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I’m about to handle my business and may get a little personal because of what has transpired over the last few days and what’s to come as I roll up my sleeves and share all of the feels in the world of sports as the latest podcast has arrived. On deck:

(6:33) After a brief mention of a Cowboys-Steelers matchup that lasted until 1:00am, the hunt for Red October in baseball shifts to a Division Series as the top two seeds are introduced in the AL & NL. First, I have to unpack how the Mets have gotten here. Where does Game 3 in Milwaukee rank in Met history after Pete Alonso’s heroics in the 9th inning? What about their Game 1 comeback of the LDS? And doing it again in Game 2 before losing? There is an issue regarding the magic that this team produced, which I’ll be sure to dissect as they come home with a chance to wrap up the series at Citi Field. There’s an all out battle on the West Coast. The Dodgers win Game 1 behind Shohei Ohtani’s game tying home run early in the contest. The Padres answer with a 10-2 win in Game 2, becoming testy with some of the Padres players and the fans in the stands. How much pressure are the Dodgers to win this series? The Guardians show up and tame the Tigers in their first game. Can they go deep into October and make a run for the title? Then the Yankees had to eke out a win in unimpressive fashion vs. Kansas City. I’ll get the full 30,000 foot view to date of what has taken place and see what lies ahead as we get into the middle of the week. Also, Terry Francona surprised the baseball world as he’s returning from a one year retirement to become the manager of the Cincinnati Reds.

(32:45) There are three teams that are facing a crossroads of their NFL season. The Jets lose over in London to fall to 2-3. The 49ers had no business losing at home to Arizona, but also fall a game under .500. And the Bengals could be over and out after squandering a 10 point lead in the 4th quarter to the Ravens, as their record stands at 1-4. Will these teams dig out of their respective holes to qualify for the playoffs in January? Of course, I’ll get into all of the craziness yesterday throughout the league, including my beloved Steelers whose defense were unable to answer Dak Prescott in the closing minutes of a gut punch of a loss against the Cowboys. And a belated farewell to Mercury Morris, the former Dolphin running back of the undefeated team back in 1972, who died a couple of weeks ago at the age of 77.

(57:25) If you thought the NFL had a crazy Sunday, college football said, I’ve got something for you. There were five major upsets in the sport, headlined by #1 Alabama losing to Vanderbilt. You also had #9 Missouri get whacked by #25 Texas A&M. Arkansas topping #4 Tennessee. #10 Michigan losing a championship rematch in Washington to the Huskies and USC gets stymied by Minnesota. What do these losses mean in the grand scheme of college football playoff things?

(1:05:27) The puck has already dropped on the NHL season with two games that the New Jersey Devils won in Prague vs. the Buffalo Sabres, but I’ll unpack the top storylines, over/under point totals, surprises, disappointments and a Stanley Cup Final prediction as the curtain will raise in earnest tomorrow night.

(1:24:21) Alex Pereira retained his light heavyweight title at UFC 307 in a tussle that turned out to be more than what it was, stopping Khalil Rountree in the fourth round on Saturday night.

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The end of January may be near, but another fiery, passion filled podcast is even closer as I bring the fury and energy on all that's happening in sports. On deck:

(2:42) Super Bowl LVII is set. The Eagles and Chiefs are the last two teams standing as the NFC Championship Game was a big letdown due to the injury of 49ers quarterback, Brock Purdy. In the AFC, it was a fight to the finish as it boiled down to the guts of Chiefs QB, Patrick Mahomes and a personal foul that set up the game winning field goal for Kansas City as they get back to their third Super Bowl in four years. I'll have complete analysis of both games, some early storylines for the big game in two weeks, plus some off the field news involving Aaron Rodgers (a rant that you definitely won't want to miss), former Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett (now Jets offensive coordinator, another rant, I might add) and Frank Reich is your new coach in Carolina where the previous coach, Steve Wilks, got a raw deal.

(37:13) It was another down to the wire Lakers-Celtics contest, Saturday night in Boston. It was quite obvious that LeBron James was fouled in the final seconds of regulation in a tie game, but the officials missed a call prior to the controversial non call that no one discussed. As the game went into overtime, what was coach Darvin Ham thinking by some of the moves he made and the effort of his team as they eventually fell to the Celtics? With the Lakers coming to New York the early part of this week, why is it that LeBron AND Anthony Davis are sitting out before they play the Nets tonight? Load management, anyone? (You guessed it, another rant!) The recent ankle injury to Mavericks guard, Luka Doncic. I'll get into the log jam out West from seeds 4-13. And the Sixers are emerging as a threat to the Celtics in the East behind MVP candidate, Joel Embiid as we're a couple of weeks away from the All-Star Break.

(48:10 ) Just as I was praising the Boston Bruins and their regular season record setting pace on Thursday's podcast, they're in the middle of a three game losing streak. They lost last night to the Carolina Hurricanes, who are playing well. Do the Canes have what it takes to threaten the Bruins and the rest of the East?

(51:02) Novak Djokovic wins his tenth Australian Open and his 22nd Grand Slam overall, tying Rafael Nadal for first all time. With the next major not until May at the French Open, which by the way, is Nadal's favorite surface, will the two greats be on a collision course for title #23? Also, is Novak Djokovic the greatest men's player of all time? Aryna Sabalenka wins her first major on the women's side, defeating Elena Rybakina as the first Grand Slam of the year comes to a conclusion.

(55:35) Two weeks from tomorrow, pitchers and catchers will report in MLB. There are a couple of things to bring up off the field. Angels owner, Arte Moreno needs to put his money where his mouth is as he's not going to sell the team and do his best to bring a World Series back to Anaheim. If that's the case, he MUST sign former MVP, Shohei Ohtani to a long term deal. The latest with White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger as he's being investigated for domestic and child abuse. And Jeff McNeil signs an extension with the Mets as their payroll continues to balloon.

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Another feisty, passionate hour of sports talk delivered to your favorite device as I survey the entire sports landscape. On deck:

(3:10) After a brief mention of Scott Rolen being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, which I'll go IN on at the back end of the podcast, the NFL has its final Sunday (I don't count the Super Bowl) as Championship Sunday draws near with both the AFC & NFC Title Games for the right to go to Glendale, AZ to play in Super Bowl LVII. Will the clock strike twelve on Brock Purdy? Will Jalen Hurts continue his dream MVP season against the best defense in football? Have the Bengals peaked after last weeks dominating performance vs. Buffalo? And the health of Patrick Mahomes's right ankle are the biggest storylines heading into these critical contests. I'll have predictions, what I think is the best Super Bowl matchup as I prepare you for what should be a compelling and riveting pair of Championship Games.

(30:21) It's time to start the LeBron Watch as he's just 158 points away from becoming the NBA's All-Time Leading Scorer, that has been held for decades by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. When may he break it? Anthony Davis is back in the lineup for LA as he chips in 21 points and 12 rebounds in a win before they make their way East. Sadly, today I'll reflect on the three year anniversary of the tragic passing of Lakers legend, Kobe Bryant, and the impact he's had on me since his death. I'll take a peek at the Ben Simmons-Joel Embiid battle in Philadelphia last night. And the Pelicans have been slipping out West, with no sight of Zion Williamson coming to save them in the near future.

(41:24) Is there any team in the NHL that can slow down the juggernaut that is the Boston Bruins this year? There are on a pace to have the most wins and points in regular season history. Is it Stanley Cup Champions or bust for the B's?

(46:59) Purdue is back to being #1 in the nation when it comes to college basketball. Break up the Georgetown Hoyas as they snapped their 29 game losing streak in the Big East. But I have a question that I'll bring up in next Thursday's podcast that'll be sure to get the biggest college hoops fan thinking on how this season could play out.

(48:05) The Australian Open is into the homestretch as Novak Djokovic is looking like the clear cut champion on the men's side (and what that may do for the French Open if he faces Rafael Nadal) On the woman's side, Victoria Azarenka may be the favorite heading into the final which will conclude the first Grand Slam of the year over the weekend. I'll have a complete recap of it all on Monday's pod.

(49:59) Scott Rolen has been voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers. What did these writers watch? I'll have a FULL deep dive on why she should NOT have been elected into Cooperstown?

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Your favorite little podcast host is back on the scene with another action packed, rapid fire, passionate filled hour of sports talk surveying the entire market for your one stop shopping needs. On deck:

(2:49) We're now down to the final four in the NFL. The Divisional Round left us wanting a little bit more considering the anticipation of the best weekend the league has to offer. Was there any doubt that Kansas City was going to win vs. Jacksonville, even with Patrick Mahomes compromised with a high ankle sprain? Speaking of doubts, so much for Jalen Hurts playing tentative wondering if he would respond in a big way after playing in one game over the last five weeks. The Bengals put a hurting on the Buffalo Bills in their backyard as they embarrassed the AFC East Champions. And the 49ers won a hard fought, defensive battle in a not so impressive low scoring affair. I'll also delve into the outlook for the losing teams and their future (Jaguars looks bright. Giants, the same? Bills licking their wounds as they have to wait another year. Is Dak Prescott the guy to lead the Cowboys to the promised land?) I'll take a peek into Conference Championship Sunday as we're literally three games until the conclusion of another season.

(39:13) In the NBA, the Grizzlies were riding an 11 game winning streak into LA vs. the Lakers last Friday night. The big story was NFL Hall of Famer, Shannon Sharpe getting under the Grizzlies players skin as there was a confrontation right before the half courtside as Memphis ending up losing. Was Sharpe out of line? Should the Grizzlies not have gotten involved? The Celtics lose two key pieces to their team as both Marcus Smart and Robert Williams suffer injuries as their winning streak hits nine on Saturday. Anthony Davis is set to return to the Lakers this week as he's been nursing a foot ailment. What will that do to a Laker team that's looking to get back to .500 with an East Coast trip looming?

(45:44) The top two teams in the nation were upset at home over the weekend. TCU storms into #2 Kansas and destroys the Jayhawks handing coach, Bill Self, his second worst losss at home. And #1 Houston was shocked by Temple as the Owls eked out a win as this wild and unpredictable college basketball season continues to not disappoint.

(49:28) There's a new sheriff in Vancouver as Bruce Boudreau was fired and replaced by former Lightning & Coyote coach, Rick Tocchet. The Hurricanes will not have Max Pacioretty in the lineup as he'll be out with a torn Achilles. What does this do for a team that needs goal scoring? Speaking of which, Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon is back as his squad is on a five game win streak, looking to get back in the playoff mix out West.

(53:49) Pitchers and catchers will report throughout MLB in, count 'em, three weeks. A big trade was made between the Marlins and Twins where pitcher Pablo Lopez goes to Minnesota and INF Luis Arraez, the reigning AL batting champ goes to South Florida. Plus, a couple of other signings involving a return home for Andrew McCutchen in Pittsburgh and Aroldis Chapman (Royals). Some sad news came down over the weekend as Sal Bando, the former A's 3B of their early 70's dynasty, dies of cancer at the age of 78.

(58:50) Three top seeds were ousted at the Australian Open as we head into the second week. On the men's side, #2 Casper Ruud was bounced in four sets, while on the women's side both #1 Iga Swiatek and #2 Ons Jabeur were taken care of pretty handily. The women's side is more intriguing, in my opinion, whereas Novak Djokovic is your clear cut winner to come out as champion later this week.

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On this day filled with romance, flowers and candy, it's a sports lovefest on this Valentine's Day as Episode #238 has plenty of hearts and cupid arrows (and maybe some black roses) to dish out. On deck:

(4:45) A Super ultra, mega recap of the big game last night as the Rams squeak out a Super Bowl victory in the final moments out at So-Fi Stadium vs. the Bengals. I'll highlight the talk surrounding Sean McVay (the win/his coaching future), Matthew Stafford (cementing the trade to LA/Hall of Fame legacy?) and Aaron Donald (big game production, possible retirement?). As for the Bengals themselves, another bitter Super Bowl loss in their franchise's history, the Logan Wilson 'hold' and a full deep dive of this game. From Odell Beckham Jr.'s injury, the non-call on Tee Higgins's TD catch, the game defining drive by McVay, Stafford and Cooper Kupp, and much more. I'll also touch on the Halftime show (good, not great) the commercials (another Peacock ad?) lackluster 2022 Hall of Fame class, new coaching hires in New Orleans and Houston, more off the field transgressions from players (Alvin Kamara, Adrian Peterson) and is the Kyler Murray/Arizona Cardinal marriage on the rocks?

(48:25) The NBA had an eventful trade deadline with the highlight being the blockbuster between James Harden and Ben Simmons. Which team will benefit from this deal in the short term? Long term? Plus, other deals that were impactful throughout the league.

(1:02:52) The college basketball season will start to pick up as we're less than a month away from Selection Sunday. Auburn will drop out of the top spot in the country as the sport is wide open as to who'll rise to the top come March.

(1:04:59) There were a couple of coaching changes in the NHL, but the big one comes in Edmonton as the Oilers look to get themselves right and have a big postseason run that many expect. Will this be the boost that they need to become a threat out in the West? Also, I'll spend a minute on the Brad Marchand suspension. How does he get away with his repeated actions on the ice?

(1:10:50) As for the MLB, we're still on hold on whether the 2022 season will start on time. What about spring training? Where do we stand as of today? Some sad deaths of former players in the sport (Gerald Williams & Jeremy Giambi) and Trevor Bauer isn't charged for the allegations over rough sexual intercourse with a woman out in California. Will he be suspended by baseball? Will he be back on the Dodgers once the CBA comes to pass?

(1:19:04) And to close out, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Gearing up for a Super Week with the Big Game coming this Sunday and everything else that's happening in sports, I've got you covered as Episode #237 packs a big punch. On deck:

(4:33) I kick off the podcast with a sincere apology for some sloppy 'play' last week as I own up to a few mistakes that took place in Episode #236.

(7:37) With the Super Bowl just six days away, you know what's coming? The Sports Dead Zone #1 is on the horizon. I'll share some thoughts about that and enjoying this upcoming week ahead as we lead into Super Bowl LVI.

(11:41) All of the storylines, key matchups, the point spread, over/under number, the Halftime show, even the commercials are full game during this segment as I get into everything about this Super Bowl between the Los Angeles Rams vs. Cincinnati Bengals, which'll include my prediction of who'll win. I'll also get into the following: the 2022 Hall of Fame Finalists, the retirement of Tom Brady (Is he the GOAT? Is he the greatest athlete of all time?), Brian Flores's lawsuit vs. the NFL, the latest head coaching vacancies, the Rooney Rule and the new name for the Washington Football Team.

(56:32) The NBA trade deadline is upon us. There have been a couple of moves in the past week (in particular Cleveland acquiring Caris LaVert) but the rumblings throughout the league have centered in Brooklyn and Philadelphia as both James Harden and Ben Simmons may be shipped between now and Thursday. It's quite possible they may be traded for each other! Is there potential for a deal between the two teams? Is there a fit for each player in their possible new destination? I'll have the low down of the pros and cons of each player if a trade is made between the Sixers and Nets. Also, why the Nets may not trade Harden by the deadline? And is it time to push the panic button if you're Steve Nash & co.?

(1:10:33) The NHL looks to get back on track to make up games that were lost in the first half due to COVID. I'll have a synopsis of some surprises (i.e. Rangers & Kings) and disappointments (i.e. Oilers & Islanders) and look ahead to the second half as we're past the All Star Break heading into the deeper part of the schedule. To wrap up, the Winter Classic in 2023 will be hosted in a familiar place. Hint: it'll be in a baseball stadium in the Northeast.

(1:20:27) Armageddon has come in MLB as the owners and players will be in a complete royal rumble to hammer out a deal as spring training isn't too far away. Is it too early to say that the season is in jeopardy? Baseball is playing with fire at the moment as they avoid being obliterated off of the sports map. I'll explain why.

(1:30:40) I'll have a quick update of the college basketball scene as Auburn is still #1 in the country.

(1:31:53) In closing, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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A Super recap of Championship Sunday in the NFL and lots more that the sports universe has to offer as Episode #236 has chock full of analysis, thoughts and opinions. On deck:

(6:15) The stage is set for Super Bowl LVI as the surging, upstart Cincinnati Bengals defeat the reigning AFC Champion Kansas City Chiefs as they come back from an 18 point deficit to punch their ticket to Los Angeles in two weeks. As for the Rams, they won't have to get on an airplane and can sleep in their own beds as they exorcised some demons and beat the San Francisco 49ers. They'll be in familiar surroundings as they'll play the game in the building that they occupy at So-Fi Stadium. I'll dissect both of these conference title games. The unflappable Joe Burrow. The Bengals stifling second half defense. A bitter Chiefs loss. A hit on Patrick Mahomes legacy. Poor coaching decisions by Andy Reid/Eric Bieniemy. Another great showing by Matthew Stafford. Awful challenges by coach Sean McVay. The non interception by Jaquiski Tartt. Aaron Donald gets a pass (and saves the day in the process) Another gut punch of a Niner playoff loss over the past decade. I'll get into some of the early Super Bowl storylines, more Tony Romo broadcasting blunders, head coaching hires throughout the league and why haven't there been any black coaches promoted to run these teams? Also, some words on the retirement of Ben Roethlisberger, but what about Tom Brady? Word came out over the weekend that he's s

(58:07) Is there trouble percolating in Brooklyn as James Harden is reportedly unhappy with the head coach and the Kyrie Irving situation? Could a trade be forthcoming? What about the ongoing saga with disgruntled Sixers All-Star guard Ben Simmons? I'll take a trip around the Association and the Lakers dysfunction

(1:06:52) The NHL is looking to exhale as the All-Star Break in Vegas is on the horizon. They'll use what was the Olympic break to make up these lost games in the first half of the season due to the coronavirus. There's a new NHL Iron Man as Flyers defenseman, Keith Yandle surpasses Doug Jarvis as the all time leader in consecutive games played. There is someone in the league who is not too far behind. Could this record be on the verge of being broken sooner than we thought? I'll see what else is happening on the ice (including the Oilers controversial signing of forward, Evander Kane) in each conference.

(1:15:42) Rafael Nadal has become the all time winningest men's Grand Slam player with 21 victories as he wins his second Australian Open. Can he extend his record lead over his contemporaries in Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer as his favorite Slam tournament (French Open) is on deck?

(1:20:55) David Ortiz was elected to the Hall of Fame by the Baseball Writers of America. Is he deserving of this achievement with the report of him using performance enhancing drugs in the past? This is the end of Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens being on the ballot. Should those two have been voted in as well? Plus, an update of the latest labor strife between the players and owners.

(1:26:26) Does anybody really care about the Winter Olympics which is set to start this coming Thursday?

(1:28:23) To wrap up, my Hero and Zero of the Week. CORRECTION: In discussing my Hero of the Week, I made a reference to New Orleans Pelicans guard as Jose Alvarez. My apologies, but it's Jose Alvarado.

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Get ready for an action packed, fast paced, sports podcast party as Episode #235 delivers that and then some with all that's taking place in the world of competition. On deck:

(4:25) The NFL experienced the best Divisional Round in the history of the playoffs, where three of the four teams won on the road in the final seconds and the fourth was a game for the ages!

First up, was the horror show of coaching and quarterbacking by Mike Vrabel & Ryan Tannehill of the Tennessee Titans as they were upset at home by the cool, calm and collected Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Next, was the Green Bay Packers imploding at home as Aaron Rodgers couldn't deliver in the clutch, same for their special teams as the 49ers escape out of Lambeau Field with a big time road victory by their stout defense and some key throws by QB, Jimmy Garoppolo. What's next for Aaron Rodgers? Is this it for him in Green Bay?

The Rams jumped out to a big lead in Tampa, but slowly and surely gave it back due to a few costly turnovers to draw the Buccaneers even. In the end, it was Matthew Stafford's connection to his safety blanket, Cooper Kupp as they marched down the field as time was expiring and hit the go ahead field goal at the final gun. So the defending champions are dethroned as Stafford outplayed Brady, the Bucs defense was awful and now the questions will arise...is this is for Tom Brady?

Just when we thought the three games prior were tough acts to follow, the Bills & Chiefs played an epic, classic playoff game to top them all. It was a near flawless game with only four penalties flagged, zero turnovers, A+ play from both QB's (Josh Allen & Patrick Mahomes) lead changes late in the game, a botched kickoff by Buffalo with :13 seconds left, another final second field goal in regulation. Then the clincher as the Chiefs win it with a TD in OT, which brings up an interesting topic...should both teams get the ball in OT no matter what happens? KC's grit and talent rises to the top. As for the Bills, as heroic as Josh Allen and WR Gabriel Davis was, a long offseason of 'what if's' will be replayed over and over as they were thisclose from hosting the AFC Title Game in their building.

I'll preview both Conference Championship Games, the intrigue and storylines of the 49ers-Rams. Why I don't like the Bengals this time around vs. KC? What would be the best possible Super Bowl matchup be? And some off the field news regarding personnel on some teams throughout the league.

(1:07:06) The Bulls have suffered a couple of injuries to their roster as they lose their standing as the top dog in the East, but the Association is rather quiet as we approach the end of January.

(1:08:52) The same could be said in college basketball as Gonzaga still has the #1 seed in the country as there were no major upsets in the sport over the past week. It's looking as if we're going to have a wide open March Madness which isn't for another month and a half.

(1:09:41) Sadly, I'll remember one of the great New York Islander players who passed away too soon as Clark Gillies died this past Friday. I'll go over how tough and what type of player he was, what he meant to this historic Islander team and the mark he left on those he touched after his playing days were over. Also, the schedule makers have revamped the games that were lost in the early part of the year due to COVID, as well as, taking a look to catch up on what's happening out on the ice.

(1:16:11) The players will step in on Monday (today) and propose their deal to the owners as they try their best to get something done with pitchers and catchers scheduled to report in three weeks. Is there hope for any progress as February nears? MLB did one smart thing. Not having the Rays split their seasons with the city of Montreal which would've been disastrous for the sport.

(1:19:58) I'll have the latest update with what's going on in the Australian Open. It looks like the #1 seed in Ash Barty on the women's side is the favorite to win it all at the moment. Rafael Nadal is still alive on the men's side. Does he have a chance to get to his 21st career Grand Slam win?

(1:22:02) I'll briefly touch on the heavyweight MMA bout between Francis Ngannou vs. Cyril Gane as Ngannou unifies the UFC heavyweight title. Did the match live up to the hype?

(1:23:55) In closing, my Hero and Zero of the Week.

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Dropping a late surprise podcast on your device as Episode 234 has not one, but TWO special guests.

Joining me to discuss the excitement and euphoria are two diehard Cincinnati Bengals fans as they’re set to kick off the Divisional Round of the NFL Playoffs. First up, is young podcaster Jai Shields. (5:39) This is his second appearance on the pod (for more about Jai, check out Episode 145 in the archives) as he shares his thoughts of witnessing his first ever Bengal playoff win, his recollection of the very first playoff game at the age of seven and what are the keys to the Bengals advancing to the AFC Championship Game?

Next up, is my longtime friend and former resident of the Queen City, Risa Saslow, (50:31) as she delves into an interesting story about her birthday and Super Bowl XXIII, being a long suffering fan and what her expectations are in the second round vs. the Titans? What better way than to have two perspectives from opposite ends of the spectrum as they detail what it’s like to root for a team that’ s been down for so long, that’s now on the rise in the NFL.

You can follow Jai on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/TheJShield?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

On Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/thejshield/

For more on Jai’s podcast, go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imma-tell-it-like-it-t-i-is-with-jai-shields/id1435730648

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Intro/outro music by Cyklonus. Interlude music by Bensound.

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