Episodes

  • 276. Super Mega Kalos!

    276. Super Mega Kalos!
    Feb 27 2026
    Purified Podcast Episode 276: Super Mega Kalos! The road to Kalos heats up as HUGE updates arrive in Pokémon GO and beyond! This week, we break down major Mega Evolution changes, prepare for GO Tour: Kalos Global, and dive into some spicy PvP discussions. Whether you're grinding battles or planning your event strategy, we’ve got you covered. Today’s Research Topics! 🔥 Mega Evolution Update!Big changes are coming to Mega Evolutions — what’s new, what it means for raids, and how you should prepare moving forward.https://pokemongo.com/news/mega-evolution-2026-update 🎟️ GO Tour: Kalos Global Early Purchase DealEarly ticket bonuses are live! We discuss whether it’s worth grabbing now and what trainers should expect leading into the big event.https://pokemongo.com/news/gotour-road-to-kalos-live 🗺️ Preparing for Kalos Tour GlobalOur tips, strategies, and must-do prep so you’re ready when the global celebration begins! ⚔️ PvP — Get GOOD, Get REKT!Battle talk returns! We discuss the current PvP landscape and how trainers can improve their gameplay. 👀 PvP UPDATE?!New PvP adjustments are on the horizon — we analyze what’s changing and how it could shake up the meta.https://pokemongo.com/news/pvp-updates2026 🎮 Main Series TeeHee TCG Pocket reveals Paldea Wonders FireRed & LeafGreen rumored to be arriving on Nintendo Switch! And of course… Anything else, Chris!? Thank you for listening!You can find Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! Please consider leaving us a review — it helps the show grow tremendously. 🎙️ Watch Us Live!We record LIVE every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch:https://Twitch.tv/PureLighter YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS We wanna hear from you — feedback is always welcome! 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Special Thanks to Our Patrons! Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Giovanni Tier:BorisYeah Follow Us for Weekly Updates!@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz Join our Discord!https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Pokémon and all respective names are © Nintendo. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Intro & Outro Music — The Greatest BitsPokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • 275. Lunar Coins!

    275. Lunar Coins!
    Feb 13 2026
    Purified Podcast Episode 275: Lunar Coins! 🌙🪙 It’s time to cash in those Lunar Coins as we break down everything happening this week in Pokémon GO, plus a little Main Series “teehee” on the side! 🧧 Lunar New Year 2026 Eventhttps://pokemongo.com/news/lunar-new-year-event-2026 🤝 Notable Trainers! (GO Tour: Kalos Community Meetups)https://pokemongo.com/news/go-tour-kalos-community-meetups 💘 Therian Forme Enamorus Raid Day!https://pokemongo.com/news/enamorus-therian-raid-day-2026 🐱 Gigantamax Meowth Max Battle Day!https://pokemongo.com/news/gigantamax-meowth-max-battle-day-2026 We also jump into some Main Series goodness—PLUS someone pulled a TCG Pocket God Pack?! 👀🔥 (You know it’s coming.) Gym Leaders: Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and JamesExecutive Producers: Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish SmithGiovanni: BorisYeah Thank you for listening! You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more! ⭐Please leave a review—it helps a ton! 🎥 This podcast starts live on Twitch!Join us Sundays @ 9pm EST: Twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS We wanna hear from you!!! Feedback is always welcome!Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network — check us out here:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Socials:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Purified Discord!https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo 1996–2019. Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎵 Intro/Outro Music: The Greatest BitsPokémon Red and Blue theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 274. Road of Love!

    274. Road of Love!
    Feb 6 2026
    Purified Podcast Episode 274: Road of Love! 💘🚗✨ Love is in the air, Trainers—and so is a road trip’s worth of Pokémon GO news! This week on the Purified Podcast, we break down all the latest event announcements, GO Pass updates, and what’s coming next as we head toward Kalos! 🌳 PokePARK Kanto Launch!https://pokemongo.com/news/ppk_launch 🎯 Catch Mastery: Oricorio!https://pokemongo.com/news/catch-mastery-oricorio-2026 🛣️ Road to Kalos Event!https://pokemongo.com/news/road-to-kalos-event 🎟️ GO Pass: February 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/go-pass-february-2026 💝 Valentine’s Day 2026 Event!https://pokemongo.com/news/valentines-day-2026 We’ve got a little Main Series talk sprinkled in too… because we simply can’t help ourselves 😄 A brand new set is here: Fantastical Parade!We talk best pulls, what to chase, and what we’re hoping to see next! You KNOW we had to ask. 👀 Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and James Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Thank you for listening on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more!⭐ If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review—it helps a ton! This podcast starts live on Twitch: Twitch.tv/PureLighterJoin us Sundays @ 9PM EST for live discussions! 📺 YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out here:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 🐦 Socials: @PurifiedPodcast / @PureLighterGO / @PKMNtriggerplz💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ynzeTda📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎵 Intro/Outro Music: The Greatest Bits — Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeMore links: spoti.fi/2k7NiNG | apple.co/2tASClq | bit.ly/2sxTF5V | bit.ly/2r9tBwx | amzn.to/2shV6RR | bit.ly/2qkrJQC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • 273. Spirit of Carnival!

    273. Spirit of Carnival!
    Jan 30 2026
    Purified Podcast Episode 273: Spirit of Carnival! 🎭🔥 The confetti is flying and the news is STACKED! This week on the Purified Podcast, we dive headfirst into the Spirit of Carnival as Pokémon GO brings the heat with battles, events, leaks, and updates you don’t want to miss. Ho-Oh Max Battle Weekend – The Legendary phoenix rises in a massive Max Battle event!👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/ho-oh-max-battle-weekend-2026 Save the Date! – Season 22 tease has Trainers speculating already.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/save-the-date-s22 The Leak 👀 – Let’s talk about what LeekDuck uncovered and what it could mean.👉 https://x.com/LeekDuck/status/2014662395004682424?s=20 Weekly Challenges Update – Changes are here—are they a W or an L?👉 https://pokemongo.com/en/post/pgo-weekly-challenges-2025 February Community Day: Vulpix & Alolan Vulpix – Fire and Ice take the spotlight!👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/202601_communityday-february-2026-vulpix Spirit of Carnival (Carnival of Flamigo!) – Festive vibes, new spawns, and shiny potential!👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/carnival-of-flamigo-2026 Teehee — because sometimes chaos is the content. A brand new expansion drops this Thursday! What does it mean for the meta? We break it down. Anything else, Chris!? 👀 Gym Leaders:Matty G, Espeon Willow, KJ Da Man, Herbert, Brandi, Pjtrjt, FischerJZE, and James Executive Producers:Monkeybread, Xander, KateTheKonz, Tish Smith Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. ⭐ If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review—it really helps! 🎥 We go LIVE on Twitch!Join us Sundays at 9PM EST 👉 https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA 🌐 Part of the Professor Network:Check us out at https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast @PurifiedPodcast @PureLighterGO @PKMNtriggerplz💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/ynzeTda We wanna hear from you—feedback is always welcome! Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks & © of Nintendo, Game Freak, and The Pokémon Company. Pokémon GO is © Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., Nintendo, or The Pokémon Company. 🎶 Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Thank YOU for listening! 🙌 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • 272. Shadow Pals!

    272. Shadow Pals!
    Jan 23 2026
    Purified Podcast Episode 272: Shadow Pals! The shadows are moving, Trainers! 😈 In Episode 272 of the Purified Podcast, we break down all the latest Pokémon GO news as Team GO Rocket makes their move and Shadow Pokémon take center stage. Plus, some spicy main series nitpicks, TCG warnings, and Pokémon Day hype! Today’s Research Topics: Shadow Takeover!Team GO Rocket is back at it — we cover the details, bonuses, and what you need to prep for this shadowy event.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/precious-pals-tgr-2026 Shadow Raid Day!Shadow Raikou storms into raids! We discuss counters, strategies, and whether it’s worth the grind.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/shadow-raikou-raid-day-2026 Into the Depths!A mysterious new event dives deep — spawns, bonuses, and what Trainers should be watching for.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/into-the-depths-2026 Main Series Nickpick: TCG Deluxe Pack return — buyer beware! Pokémon Day predictions — what are we expecting, and what might surprise us? Anything else, Chris!? 👀 Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review! Follow our social media accounts for quick info on weekly changes and breaking news: @PurifiedPodcast @PureLighterGO @PKMNtriggerplz 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📞 Text or Voicemail: TBA 🎮 Live Show:We record live on Twitch! Join the discussion Sundays at 9PM EST👉 https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 💬 We wanna hear from you — feedback is always welcome!Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network. Check us out, meet the team, and see all the awesome projects we’re part of:👉 https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 💬 Join our Purified Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Thank YOU for listening! 💜Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)🎵 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme🎧 Spotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNG🍎 Apple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClq▶️ Google Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5V🎶 Deezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwx🛒 Amazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 271. Zappy Pals!

    271. Zappy Pals!
    Jan 16 2026
    Purified Podcast Episode 271: Zappy Pals! ⚡ Welcome back, Trainers! This week on the Purified Podcast, we’re diving into electric energy, adorable companions, and some surprising changes shaking up Pokémon GO. Tune in as we break down the latest news, share our thoughts, and ask the big question… Anything else, Chris!? ⚡ High Zaptitude!https://pokemongo.com/news/high-zaptitude-2026 🐾 Precious Pals!https://pokemongo.com/news/precious-pals-2026 🌍 A Shift in Spawns?!Major changes to wild encounters may be happening—what does this mean for Trainers?https://pokemongohub.net/post/news/pokemon-go-spawn-update-causes-major-changes-to-wild-encounters/ 🎴 TCG Pocket – Brand new set Crimson Blaze is here, and Ranked battles have officially started!🎮 Pokémon Legends Z-A – Season 5 is underway! What surprises could be coming next? Thank you for listening! You can find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review—it really helps us out! 📺 We go live every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch!Join the discussion at: https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Follow us on social media for quick updates throughout the week:@PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Purified Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out, meet the team, and see all the awesome work we do:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast 🎶 Intro & Outro Music:The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC Pokémon and all respective names are trademarks & © of Nintendo / The Pokémon Company / Game Freak. Pokémon GO is a trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast ⚡ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • 270. Happy New Year!

    270. Happy New Year!
    Jan 2 2026
    Purified Podcast – Episode 270: Happy New Year! 🎉 Happy New Year, Trainers! 🥳 We’re kicking off 2026 with a brand-new episode of the Purified Podcast, breaking down everything you need to know as the year begins. From powerful Raid Days to fresh events and main series news, we’ve got a packed show for you! Kyurem Fusion Raid Day!Get ready to fuse and battle as Kyurem takes center stage in this special Raid Day event.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/kyurem-fusion-raid-day-2026 Pinch Perfect Event!A brand-new event arrives with unique bonuses and featured Pokémon you won’t want to miss.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/pinch-perfect-2026 January GO Pass!We break down the January GO Pass, rewards, and whether it’s worth the grind.👉 https://pokemongo.com/news/go-pass-january-2026 A Year in Recap!We look back at last year in Pokémon GO, talk about what surprised us most, and discuss what to expect moving forward into 2026. TCG Pocket gets a brand-new set: Crimson Blaze 🔥 Pokémon Legends Z-A Season 4 has officially started, featuring a new Mega Stone to acquire! Anything else, Chris!? 😄You never know what extra surprises or hot takes might pop up before the episode wraps! Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more.⭐ We’d greatly appreciate it if you leave us a review—it really helps support the show! This podcast starts live on Twitch at https://twitch.tv/PureLighter🗓 Join us Sundays @ 9PM EST for live discussions and community interaction! YouTube Playlist:👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS Feedback is always welcome! 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com 📱 Text or Voicemail: TBA Follow us on social media for quick updates throughout the week: @PurifiedPodcast @PureLighterGO @PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join our Purified Discord:👉 https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Purified Podcast is part of the Professor Network!Check us out, meet the team, and see all the awesome work we do:👉 https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast Thank YOU for listening and supporting the Purified Podcast! 💙 Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast The Greatest Bits – Pokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix) SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-theme Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2k7NiNG Apple Music / iTunes: https://apple.co/2tASClq Google Play Music: https://bit.ly/2sxTF5V Deezer: https://bit.ly/2r9tBwx Amazon MP3: https://amzn.to/2shV6RR SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2qkrJQC ✨ Happy New Year, and we’ll see you in the game! 🔍 Today’s Research of the Week!🎮 Main Series News!🎧 Where to Listen📺 Join Us Live!💬 We Want to Hear From You!🌐 Stay Connected🎵 Intro & Outro Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • 269. Forever Friends!

    269. Forever Friends!
    Dec 19 2025
    Purified Podcast Episode 269: Forever Friends! Welcome back, Trainers! Episode 269 is here and we’re breaking down a huge week in Pokémon GO news, starting with a Miami recap and rolling straight into a packed list of updates, events, and dates you don’t want to miss. ❄️ Holiday Event Part 1https://pokemongo.com/news/winter-holiday-part1-2025 🤝 Forever Friends! (Remote Trading Update)https://pokemongo.com/news/pgo-remote-trade-2025 🌌 Celestial Research Dayhttps://pokemongo.com/news/celestial-research-day-2025 🌱 January Community Day – Grookey!https://pokemongo.com/news/communityday-january-2026-grookey 🏙️ GO Fest 2026 – Chicago! Save the Datehttps://pokemongo.com/news/save-the-date-go-fest-2026 ❄️ Holiday Event Part 2https://pokemongo.com/news/winter-holiday-part2-2025 🐧 Community Day Classic – Pipluphttps://pokemongo.com/news/communitydayclassic-piplup-jan-2026 🎆 New Year’s Event 2026https://pokemongo.com/news/new-years-2026 And of course… Anything else, Chris!? 😄 Thank you for listening! You can find the Purified Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more. If you enjoy the show, we’d greatly appreciate a review—it really helps us out! 📺 Live Show:We go live on Twitch every Sunday at 9PM EST👉 https://twitch.tv/PureLighter ▶️ YouTube Playlist:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNNPQkcYOvZzfwu-BfTYHDhnIThOq4sZS 💬 We want to hear from you!Feedback is always welcome. 📧 Email: PurifiedPodcast@gmail.com📞 Text or Voicemail: TBA 🌐 Part of the Professor NetworkCheck us out, meet the team, and see what we’re all about:https://pokemonprofessor.com/purified-podcast @PurifiedPodcast@PureLighterGO@PKMNtriggerplz 💬 Join the Purified Discord:https://discord.gg/ynzeTda Pokémon and all respective names are trademark & © of Nintendo (1996–2019). Pokémon GO is trademark & © of Niantic, Inc. Purified Podcast is not affiliated with Niantic, Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak, or Nintendo. 🎵 Intro & Outro Music: The Greatest BitsPokémon Red & Blue Theme (Summertime Remix)SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thegreatestbits/pokemon-red-and-blue-themeSpotify: spoti.fi/2k7NiNGApple Music / iTunes: apple.co/2tASClqGoogle Play Music: bit.ly/2sxTF5VDeezer: bit.ly/2r9tBwxAmazon MP3: amzn.to/2shV6RRSoundCloud: bit.ly/2qkrJQC #Pokemon #PokemonGO #PokemonGOPodcast #PurifiedPodcast 🎙️ Today’s Research Topics🔔 Socials Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 15 mins