A vulnerability experiment guided by Amy and Taylore, two average Joesephine living in a glass house. Mistakes are made. But shame is toxic. Openness and vulnerability undermine the power of self-hatred and shame. Join Amy and a rotating crew of cohosts as we reflect on our own lives and the lives of our guests. We cover topics ranging from thunderstorms and trauma to pirate fetishes indecent exposure. Reflect with us; hopefully, something will resonate.
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The Podcast of dumb crimes and even dumber criminals. A bi-weekly true crime podcast featuring dumb Criminals and their poorly executed crimes, which fortunately usually results in arrests and convictions. In each episode, true-crime junky, Maria, lays out the facts of a case to her accomplices Greg and his golf buddy, Jason, for their off-the-cuff reactions. From indecent exposure to murder, here comes the dumb! It’s like Dateline, but dumb. Email comments and case suggestions to: dumblinep ...
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A weekly roundup of the week's biggest — and smallest — national news, crime, politics and entertainment stories from Japan Today with a dash of opinionated commentary and a sprinkling of readers' comments. Ready for you every Friday evening (JST).
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The POPcast is a show about Pop Culture, Friendship, and Being Unapologetically Yourself
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Laurie Bembenek was a Milwaukee police officer and Playboy Club bunny before being arrested for the murder of her husband’s ex-wife, a crime she insisted she did not commit. Nicknamed “Bambi Bembenek,” she became a tabloid fixation, a feminist cause célèbre and, after she escaped from prison, an American folk hero, though she was never exonerated. Journalist and Campside Media co-founder Vanessa Grigoriadis takes a fresh look at the case Diane Sawyer called the "most glamorous murder case of ...
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Illinois Family Institute (IFI) is an independent 501c(3) non-profit organization research, dedicated to fostering -- within Illinois -- an environment where families can flourish.
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Ryan Say and Dillon Osborne ...Two professional creatives separated by the Irish Sea brought together by the wonders of social content creation.
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Join sisters Lindsey and Lauren as they take you on an unfiltered and hilarious journey through the world of modern dating. From cringe-worthy blind dates to disastrous Tinder mishaps, our guests recount their misadventures and comical triumphs. Every Wednesday, we'll bring you stories that will make you laugh, cry, and probably even feel a little better about your own dating life. . . Have a story that needs to be shared? Reach out to us at datingthroughthecringe@gmail.com . . Want more? Fo ...
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August 30, 2024: Rice shortage, China's flyby, dolphins attack, indecent exposure and 'hump dolls'
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of trending news stories from the Japan Today website.In this episode, Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong discuss the rice shortage causing panic buying in Japan, the invasion of Japanese airspace by Chinese aircraft, dolphin attacks in Fukui Prefecture, a couple caught in an indecent …
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Noel's Episode
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BODY IMAGE. Dysphoria, confidence, and eroticism. Noel takes us there. Come along and relate with us.Από τον Amy
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of trending news stories from the Japan Today website.This week, Jeff and Kong dive into the political debates surrounding the sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel, the push for a four-day workweek in Japan, a heartbreaking teenage suicide in Yokohama, new penalties for cycling offens…
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The Dumbline team heads to Bethesda, Maryland, to dive into a true crime case where a body is discovered in a Lululemon store, surrounded by bloody footprints. You won't believe how this dummy’s lies and sheer stupidity led to their capture and conviction. Stick around for everyone’s favorite segment, “Get to Know Maria!” New true crime episodes dr…
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August 23, 2024: Shop & pray, Yasukuni graffiti, frequent flyer, 7-11 and Japanese vending machines
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of trending news stories from the Japan Today website.In this episode, hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong discuss a range of topics including the accommodation of Muslim visitors in Japanese retail spaces, repeated vandalism at Yasukuni Shrine, Prime Minister Kishida's upcoming i…
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The Dumbline crew heads north to the Canadian Arctic this week to discuss a true crime involving dummy fraudsters that take advantage of programs meant to help others, but are easily apprehended and convicted due to a litany of idiotic errors. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, "Get to Know Maria!" Catch a …
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of trending news stories from the Japan Today website. In this episode, hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong discuss Prime Minister Kishida's shocking resignation amid corruption scandals, a megaquake advisory causing panic during Obon Week, and a bizarre egg-throwing incident in G…
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of the most pressing news stories from Japan.In this episode, Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong delve into the significant drop in the Nikkei index due to global economic concerns, the tragic loss of over 100 lives in Tokyo from a severe heat wave and the arrest of a university studen…
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Taylore's Episode
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Taylore and Amy get deep into some family dynamics and the beautiful gifts of growing in a loving relationship. Come relate with us! We're back!Από τον Amy
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Dumbline is in Colorado to discuss a 2010 true crime involving a possible home invasion that ends in murder. One suspect is quickly identified after publishing their manifesto, which confirms to the world how foolish they truly are and provides the cops with a clear roadmap for an arrest. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's f…
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Aug. 2, 2024: Agony of defeat, out of OJ, Veron disappearance, suitcase drivers and 'Have Your Say'
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of the most pressing news stories from Japan.In this episode hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong discuss the emotional defeat of Japanese judo star Uta Abe at the Paris Olympics, the orange juice shortage in Japan due to various economic and environmental factors, the ongoing myst…
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July 26, 2024: Tourist trap, Harris or Trump, not-so-smooth operator, pizza party and fizzled flame
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Welcome to Japan This Week. Join hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong as they discuss the introduction of dual-pricing systems for tourists and locals in Japan, Prime Minister Kishida’s comments on the U.S. presidential race, a bizarre crime involving glue and bird poop in Nagoya, a lawsuit over a late pizza delivery in Osaka and the controversy s…
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Dumbline is all over the US this week to discuss another true crime involving a bunch of oddity buyers acquiring specimens through everyone's favorite social media platform. Police eventually catch our necrophiles and put them behind bars due to their sheer stupidity. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, 'Get…
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Welcome to Japan This Week! Join hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong as they recap the most significant news stories from Japan Today for the week of July 19, 2024. In this episode, they discuss Japan's stance on autonomous lethal weapons, the prevalence of microaggressions against people of mixed heritage in Japan, the theft of a peace symbol in…
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Dumbline covers another Air Force true crime that unfolds across Germany and New Mexico. Our unsuspecting victim takes a while to notice something off about his coffee, but once he does, the culprit’s foolish plan quickly unravels. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, "Get to Know Maria!" Catch new episodes b…
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Sweetly's Episode
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Oh what fun we had! Join Amy, Pamela, and their incredible guest, Sweetly, as they learn about BDSM, discuss fears of rejection, and Amy discloses something she never thought she'd say. Hopefully, Sweetly will be back for a Part Deux.Από τον Amy
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Kate's Episode
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Amy and Kate (no cohost this week!) explore everything from Taylor Swift, Britney Spears, and fortune-telling dreams, to racism, international dating, and the languages of love without language. Come along in as we learn new recording equipment, and a slightly different format. Reflect with us!Από τον Amy
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June 28, 2024: Poster Pranks, Death on Fuji, Military Miscreant, Hotel Israel and Royal Flush
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Welcome to Japan This Week! Join hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong as they recap the most significant news stories from Japan Today for the week of June 28, 2024. This episode covers a range of topics from political pranks in Tokyo's gubernatorial election to tragic incidents on Mount Fuji and controversial crimes involving U.S. servicemen. Plu…
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Dumbline travels back to 1960s Norristown, Pennsylvania, this week to unravel a series of homicides steeped in old-world superstitions. Detectives follow a trail of incredibly dumb mistakes and conveniently find an incriminating list that leads them straight to the suspect. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment…
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Eliza's Episode
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A very special cohost AND a very special guest. Join Amy and her partner as they talk to Eliza about anger in the home, reasoning with children, and finances. Are you a tightwad?Από τον Amy
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June 21, 2024: Castle Fees, Mt. Fuji Limit, Koike Scandal, Russia's Reach and Tickling the Ivories
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In this episode of Japan This Week, the mayor of the city of Himeji wants to raise entrance fees for overseas visitors to the iconic Himeji Castle, a gate has been installed on a Mount Fuji trail to control the crowds, Tokyo Gov Koike faces a criminal complaint over her allegedly fake university diploma, A Russian food shop in Ginza is GOING to clo…
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Dumbline heads to 2007 Ringgold, Georgia, to examine a homicide involving husband and wife wellness center owners and a whole lot of stupidity. Our perpetrator makes a series of ridiculous mistakes that, not surprisingly, lead to a quick conviction. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, 'Get to Know Maria!' Ca…
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June 14, 2024: Bacterium Infection, Maiden Names, the Mount Fuji View Controversy and Overtourism
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Welcome to another episode of Japan This Week, your weekly roundup of the most pressing news stories from Japan. In this episode, hosts Jeff Richards and Kamasami Kong bring you the latest updates on various topics:Health Alert Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS) cases are on the rise in Japan, reaching record highs.Women's Rights The ongoing…
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Katherine's Episode
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Wow, what an evolution this episode becomes. Join Amy and Annie (of Episode 3 fame) as they reunite with an old friend whom they haven't seen in 20 years.... come along as the 3 drill into the nitty-gritty of dysfunctional family dynamics, social stigma on multiple levels, and of course, sex and sexuality.…
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June 7, 2024: Price Up; Cedar Fever; Punk in Drublic; High Tech Toilets and Right Place, Wrong Crime
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In this week's news from Japan Today: Prices for over 600 food items rise in June; Japan plans to replace cedar with low-pollen trees to fight hay fever; no more street drinking in Shibuya; Japan’s high-tech toilets all the rage internationally and a criminal who picked the wrong store to rob.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts:http://itunes.apple…
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Dumbline is in Nashville, Tennessee, this week, in honor of CrimeCon 2024's host city, to discuss an unbelievable caper involving a ton of dynamite and a disastrously flawed plan. Our hapless criminals indulge in a reckless mix of drugs and alcohol just before embarking on their absurdly ill-conceived scheme. Be sure to listen to the end of the epi…
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Sarah's Episode
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Our deepest discussion yet! Join us as we travel into the realms of using people while trying to figure ourselves out, savior complexes, and cheating in relationships. Join Lauren and Amy as they discuss these issues with a real live human (and therapist!), Sarah.Από τον Amy
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May 31, 2024: Sportsmen, Cheats & Liars; Lost & Found; Run Renho Run; Human Writes and Melon, Oh My!
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In this week's news from Japan Today: Toyota plans to end its massive Olympics sponsorship deal; a record 30 million reported lost items found by Japanese police in 2023; high-profile opposition figure Renho to run for Tokyo governor; a U.N. rights group says Japan needs to do more to counter human rights abuses and a pair of premium Yubari melons …
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May 24, 2024: Break Down the Barricades, Japan Tops Travel Lists, Dirty Launderer and F-Bomb Cafe.
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In this week's news from Japan Today: A town in Yamanashi Prefecture is so fed up with tourists taking photos of Mount Fuji that it's erected a barrier to block the viral view of the mountain; Japan just ranked third in a list of top world travel destinations released by the World Economic Forum; police in Ibaraki Prefecture have arrested a man aft…
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Mike's Episode
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Amy and Lauren welcome Mike--a new friend of Amy's. They cover everything from auditorium embarrassments in elementary school to pirate fetishes and the Real Housewives. Come along on the ride to St. Thomas and back!Από τον Amy
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Dumbline is in Kilgore, East Texas this week to discuss a true crime that involves a giant greeting card and the world famous Rangerettes. Our dummy perpetrates an abduction but it does not last very long due to their idiotic decisions and a trail of evidence. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, 'Get to Know…
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Ep. 14: Rebekka Tells All
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Join Lauren as she interviews actress, clinical trial director, and YouTuber Rebekka Lien. Rebekka gets honest about her past and current dates and relationships. To learn more about Rebekka you can find her at: https://instagram.com/rebekkalien tiktok.com/@rebekkalien https://youtube.com/channel/UC0KPVREYdYVPnfzhuO-E_fg http://voyagela.com/intervi…
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Amy calls her Mom to discuss 69ing--something she has never, ever done. Lauren and Amy discuss this call as well as consent related to information, respecting other people's boundaries, and the power of vulnerability to break down barriers within families (like Amy's).Από τον Amy
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Lauren and Amy discuss the premises underlying the podcast--using vulnerability to create connection and combat shame. Come with them as they briefly introduce themselves and the newly dubbed, "California Questions."Από τον Amy
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Amy and Lauren test out the California questions, delving into some personal family dynamics and developmental moments. Amy reveals two things that previously, and sometimes currently, made her feel ashamed.Από τον Amy
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Annie's Episode
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Amy and Lauren interview Annie, their first (and definitely funniest) guest. Join them on a journey through childhood perceptions of 69ing, a specific and important song by T.I., and urinating brides.Από τον Amy
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Dumbline is in Alabama this week to discuss a 2015 true crime that involves forbidden love and a lot of phone calls. Our crazy couple's attempt to run away together, after some serious crimes, is eventually foiled by an orange car and a ton of stupidity. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, 'Get to Know Maria…
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Dumbline discusses a 1980s true crime that takes place across Europe with a little New York mixed in. Our perpetrator tries to pull off some boozy shenanigan's only to be thwarted by his incredible stupidity. This so-called sommelier continues to pawn his booze on the unsuspecting until he is ultimately found out and brought to justice. Be sure to …
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Dumbline is in 1980's San Francisco this week to talk about a true crime involving a love bombing bus boy that woos a single mother who is down on her luck with cash she desperately needed. Our busser's story begins to devolve when they visit his hometown and things don't quite add up. After a series of stupid choices and decisions, his past eventu…
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Dumbline crosses the pond to Bedford, England, to discuss a late 2000s true crime involving a mathematical game show winner who, unsurprisingly, turns out to be a huge dummy. Our trivia twit evolves from a stalker to a horrible poet and author, actions that will ultimately put this clueless creeper behind bars. Be sure to listen to the end of the e…
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Dumbline is in 2019 Missouri this week to discuss a true crime that involves a serial marrier who is on closing in on their 5th marriage. Everything begins to unravel when a body is found on an abandoned road surrounded by a treasure trove of evidence that easily links our incredibly stupid offender to the scene. Don't miss the end of the episode f…
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Dumbline is in Toronto this week to discuss true crime around a couple that reconnects later in life after meeting in a grocery store in their teens. One of our lovebirds is now a shady cop that can't stop doing shady things that begins to destroy lives, but as always stupidity leads to jail. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone…
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Dumbline is in 1980's Salt Lake City, Utah to discuss a criminal that had a knack for discovering rare historical and religious documents that are authenticated without any questions and are quickly sold to churches and collectors. Our document discoverer makes an incredibly dumb and shocking mistakes that leads to explosive consequences and their …
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Dumbline is in 1990's Australia to discuss a grift that will leave you incensed and incredulous. Wellness meets wickedness in this week's episode as we explore a true crime where the only thing healthier than the recipes is the imagination of the dumb criminal behind it. Be sure to listen to the end of the episode for everyone's favorite segment, '…
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Listen in as Lauren chats with Eden as she shares her dating stories. She educates us on the LGBTQIA+ community, her past cringey dates/relationships, and how she has found love. Instagram: Dating Through the Cringe Email: Datingthroughthecringe@gmail.com
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Listen as Lauren interviews Jennifer about her current stage five clinger, guys with poor hygiene, and the dog sitters panties. You won't want to miss this cringeworthy episode! Instagram: Dating Through the Cringe Email: Datingthroughthecringe@gmail.comΑπό τον Lindsey & Lauren
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Dumbline takes you back in time to early 1900s Los Angeles, as we journey from Milwaukee to unravel a baffling true crime story. Dive into the tangled lives of a teenage factory baron, his young wife, and an unexpected character – a teenage sewing machine repairman. Through years of deception, the shocking truth of this case emerges, not through di…
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Lauren interviews 'Big Brother 24' runner up and 'The Challenge USA 2', Monte Taylor. Join us as Monte dives into his dating experiences before and after Big Brother. Instagram: Dating Through the Cringe Email: Datingthroughthecringe@gmail.com
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This episode Lauren interviews someone who has had their fair share of shitty dates. From comedy shows, foreplay gone wrong, and so much more. Listen in as she divulges what went terrible wrong during these dates. Instagram: Dating Through the Cringe Email: Datingthroughthecringe@gmail.comΑπό τον Lindsey & Lauren
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Dumbline is in our beloved hometown of Philadelphia in the 1990s to unpack a true crime that involves latex, murder and so much dumb it could fill a dump truck. Our offender believes he has come up with an ingenious business scheme when in fact it is so moronic you can't believe people actually invested. As investors catch on to the scam, it's alre…
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