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On this week’s episode, we’re recapping Halloween! Colleen and Jon showed up as Tony Soprano and Paulie Walnuts and honestly… iconic. Bridget went trick or treating with the kids before heading out with her college friends, only to discover that today’s youth don’t know, "The Call" by the Backstreet Boys. Should be a crime, honestly.

Then we get into the story of the week, HELEN KELLER. Colleen, our resident denier, stands firm that there’s no way Helen accomplished everything she did, while Bridget sets the record straight. From her early years and her bond with Anne Sullivan to her decades of advocacy and achievement, Helen’s story is nothing short of incredible.

It’s chaotic, educational, and might just make a believer out of Colleen. Grab a drink and get ready for a history lesson you didn’t know you needed! Pour one out for Anne, Polly and of course, Helen.

If you'd like to donate to charities that desperately need the help while the government is shut down, here's how you can help:

• The MSCPA helps protect animals and makes sure they get the food and care they deserve
• The Greater Boston Food Bank which helps feed families who rely on SNAP benefits

Sources:

• The Miracle Worker - Full movie on YouTube
• Helen Keller: Journey from Darkness to Global Inspiration - Biography
• Reddit
• Wikipedia
• ChatGPT

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