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  • Before Beef Tallow, There Was Sheep-Derived Lanolin. Everything To Know About The Lowkey Skincare Ingredient Adored By Margot Robbie, Ancient Egyptians – and Us
    Jun 25 2025
    Dry lips be gone! In partnership with our friends at Lano, we’re sitting down with Kirsten Carriol, founder of Lano, the Australian skincare brand known for its beauty editor darling “Lanolips” and what could very well be “The Best Lip Balm On Earth.” A glistening byproduct of sheep-shearing, lanolin has been favoured by the ancient Egyptians, celebrities like Margot Robbie, and us.Tune in to hear about: What Lano’s founder learned about lanolin’s skin compatibility while growing up on her grandparents' sheep farm in South Australia – supported by molecular studies learned from Kirsten’s father, a DNA scientistWhich skin types can benefit from lanolin most, and who should avoidIs lanolin an allergen? The case for not throwing out the proverbial baby with the bathwaterHow Kirsten managed to marry lanolin with SPF for the juicy new Sun Balm SPF 30 Tropical Lip Balm launched this summer – 16 years in the makingStay tuned to the end to hear about more best beauty imports that Kirsten recommends from the land down under Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok ,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: 📺Watch on YouTube: Are You Applying Your Sunscreen the Right Way? Plus Myth-Busting Those Rage-Bait SPF Headlines, Tanning on Trial and More With Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Michelle HenryThe Ultimate Lazy/Buzy Girls’ Guide to Great Summer Skin with Esthetician Cynthia Rivas 📺Watch on YouTube: Skincare products to Save and Splurge on According to Celebrity Esthetician Candace MarinoPROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! LanoCheck out the new Lano Sun Balm SPF 30 Tropical Lip Balm! Use code BEAUTY at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. Only redeemable at lanolips.com. Discount automatically applied at checkout. One time use only. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. **Discount code valid from June 23rd until 11:59 PM on Thursday 31st July 2025.NutrafolThis summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING.MaraExclusively for Breaking Beauty listeners, MARA is offering 20% off the entire MARA website with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY.QuinceGive your summer closet an upgrade with Quince. Go to Quince.com/breakingbeauty for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.BoulevardRight now, Boulevard is offering new customers 10% off your first year subscription when you go to join JOINBLVD.com/BEAUTY and book a demo. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    50 mins
  • Loading ⏳Our #DamnGood Hot Girl Summer 2025 Faves. Plus! SPF “Doping” On Blast
    Jun 18 2025
    It’s almost officially summer, so this week we’re sharing our thoughts on the new beauty launches coming in hot ☀️Is Mikayla Makeup’s skincare line, POV Beauty, legit? How many lip glosses, balms and oils are too many - does the limit exist?! Plus Do you prefer mineral sunscreens? Listen to our PSA about why some sunscreens *might* be duping you.Tune in to hear about:With skincare “milks” trending, a look at Mikayla Makeup’s POV BeautyDior’s luxe lippie - perfect sidekick to your Labubu Buh-bye nude: pop colour lips and cheeks are back!A genius reinvention of a French pharmacy cult classic that we’ll be slicking on from head-to-toe A grown-up take on the decadent fragrance mist trendWhat is SPF “doping”? And why mineral sunscreen users might be paying the price (Article by The Sunscreen Company here) What happened to Pride month? The beauty crusade that brands forgot this yearPssst! - Final call to RSVP for our live event with dermatologist, #skinfluencer and skin nerd, Dr. Shereene Idriss coming up in Toronto on June 20th! For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here Related episodes like this: M.A.C Cosmetics Co-Founder Frank ToskanMikayla Makeup Returns!Meghan Markle’s Makeup Artist Daniel Martin Reveals What He Used On Her Wedding Day PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Mara Exclusively for Breaking Beauty listeners, MARA is offering 20% off the entire MARA website with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY. QuinceGive your summer closet an upgrade with Quince. Go to Quince.com/breakingbeauty for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.Beam KidsNow's the perfect time to try Beam’s new Chocolate Chip Cookie flavor that tastes like dessert and works like a multivitamin. For a limited time, you can get up to 35% off plus 2 FREE gifts when you go to shopbeam.com/BEAUTY and use code BEAUTY at checkout. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    50 mins
  • Are You Self-Tanning The Right Way? With Khloe Kardashian’s Self-Tan Guru, Sunkissed by Jenni
    Jun 11 2025
    Glow, baby, glow! This week we’re welcoming one of LA’s most in-demand sunless tanning gurus, Jenni Blafer (AKA Sunkissed by Jenni!) to share the secrets behind acing a Hollywood-worthy glow. Tune in to hear about:The skincare “homework” that’s key to getting the most even toneThe exact application method that nixes streaks and blotchy bits The one tool that Jenni recommends to ace a faux tan on your back (no friend required!)How-to make your self-tan last longer The one, transfer-proof secret she swears by so that no dress gets ruinedWhat to do if you have an “oops!” moment Pssst! - You’re invited! Click here to RSVP for our live event with dermatologist, #skinfluencer and skin nerd, Dr. Shereene Idriss coming up in Toronto on June 20th! For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here Related episodes like this: Self-Tanning and Self-Love with Isle of Paradise Founder Jules Von Hep📺Watch on YouTube: Are You Applying Your Sunscreen the Right Way? Plus Myth-Busting Those Rage-Bait SPF Headlines, Tanning on Trial and More With Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry📺Watch on YouTube: Hot Weather Makeup Tips With Emma Stone's Makeup Artist Rachel Goodwin PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! NutrafolThis summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING.VegamourTired of dealing with shedding and thinning? Take back control of your hair with Vegamour. For a limited time, go to Vegamour.com/beauty and use code BEAUTY to get 20% off your first order. Strivectin Discover the science behind great skin with Strivectin. Plump and smooth like a pro with the NEW Peptide Plump™ Collagen Cushion Cream from StriVectin. Lead x L’Oréal Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is an award-winning, first of its kind educational program that provides accelerated pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Learn more about this bachelor of science degree in beauty and wellness by visiting LeadInstitute.Degree.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • The “Undetectable” Era Flex with Dr. Catherine Chang: From “Jellyroll” Botox to the Bijoux Lift and are 20-somethings *Actually* Getting Facelifts?
    Jun 4 2025
    Y’all know there’s no gatekeeping around here! Today, we’re dishing about the new, undetectable era in cosmetic surgery with one of the go-to experts of our time, Dr. Catherine Chang. The board-certified, quadruple Ivy league-educated plastic surgeon is known for her attention to meticulous detail, hidden incisions and faster healing at her Prive Beverly Hills clinic. In this episode, we’re getting all of her pro takes on the hallmarks of undetectable plastic surgery, what to ask for when undergoing blepharoplasty and why so many surgeons get it wrong. You’ll learn about:The “Bijoux Lift,” Dr. Chang’s signature mini-lift technique designed for people in their 20s (?!) and 30s, and why Dr. Chang doesn’t promote thread lifts for premature signs of agingThinking about blepharoplasty? The advantages of going under the knife early for this popular surgery, according to the pro“Jellyroll Botox” – while North Americans are obliterating creases under the eyes, why the Korean market is embracing under eye contours with makeup, according to the proLasers, PRP and more – The non-surgical rejuvenation treatments that Dr. Chang uses herself to maintain a locked-in-time lookEverything to know about Dr. Chang’s own line of skincare, NakedBeauty MD, that grew from cult-favourite hydrogel under eye patches (Carlene is a fan!) to her newly released growth factor eye serum Psssst - you’re invited! Click here to RSVP for our live event with board-certified dermatologist, #skinfluencer and self-described skin nerd, Dr. Shereene Idriss coming up in Toronto on June 20! Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Subscribe to our YouTube channel and find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: Is the “Plastic Surgery Lite” Trend As Breezy As it Seems? “Mini” Facelifts, “Liquid” Nose Jobs & More With Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Rady RahbanThe Biggest Celeb Transformations: The $400,000 Facelift, Lie Detectors On Blast and Ozempic is Changing Everything with Dana Omari-Harrell AKA @IGFamousByDanaArielle Lorre Reveals The Holy Grail Products That Transformed Her Skin, Her Annual Tweakments Budget and Can Cosmetic Procedures Be Addictive? PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! NutrafolThis summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING.BoulevardRight now, Boulevard is offering new customers 10% off your first year subscription when you go to join JOINBLVD.com/BEAUTY and book a demo.AryaThis is your chance – go to ARYA.FYI and use code BEAUTY for 15% off and find the best play style for your relationship today.Strivectin Discover the science behind great skin with Strivectin. Plump and smooth like a pro with the NEW Peptide Plump™ Collagen Cushion Cream from StriVectin. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    53 mins
  • Charlotte Palermino Returns! Hot Takes on P50’s Reformulation, K-Beauty SPF Scarcity and Do We Need Beef Tallow in Our Moisturizer?
    May 28 2025
    Charlotte Palmerino is back! Dieux co-founder and trained esthetician Charlotte Palermino is known for her no BS social media presence to over 800,000 followers. Today, we’re joining forces to break down some of the buzziest beauty news of the moment, like, Biologique Recherche’s iconic P50 lotion reformulation, how K-Beauty regulations will change the way we shop for our fave Korean sunscreens this summer and the big question, does she ever get tired of skincare?! Tune in to hear about:The beauty industry slowdown – fact vs. fiction and all of the nuances in between Are dermfluencers a problem?The real reason that K-beauty is so inexpensive and what to know about skincare “dusting”What’s exciting Charlotte when it comes to skincare – and what she’s de-influencing right now Plus, are we about to be inundated with Skinceuticals CE Ferulic dupes?? Watch this conversation with Charlotte on our YouTube channel Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Subscribe to our YouTube channel and find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: Charlotte Palermino on Quitting Clean Beauty, Why Skincare Dupes Aren’t a Thing & Her First Impressions of Rhode!Derm Hot Takes! The Real Deal on Those Viral Hypochlorous Acid Skin Sprays, the Most Legit At-Home Skincare Devices and the Unsexy Vitamin C Serum You Need To Know About Now, According to Board-Certifed Dermatologist Dr. Heather Rogers“Ten Toes Down” and Self-Care as Resistance: Meet The Influencer Who Can Make – or Break – a Beauty Brand Right Now, Golloria George PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Nuuly Nuuly is a subscription clothing rental service with great values at $98 a month for any 6 styles. Right now you can get $28 off your first month of Nuuly.com when you sign up with the code BEAUTY.Arya Ready to break out of routine with Arya? Visit ARYA.FYI and use code BEAUTY for 15% off get started today.Strivectin Discover the science behind great skin with Strivectin. Plump and smooth like a pro with the NEW Peptide Plump™ Collagen Cushion Cream from StriVectin. Lead x L’Oréal Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is an award-winning, first of its kind educational program that provides accelerated pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Learn more about this bachelor of science degree in beauty and wellness by visiting LeadInstitute.Degree. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • #DamnGood Special! The Best (And Worst?!) Beauty Innovations of All Time Featuring Guest Editor Brooke DeVard. Plus, Is Clarisonic Back?
    May 21 2025
    Say hello to our guest editor, Brooke DeVard! Brooke is the wonderful host of the iHeart Radio award-winning podcast, Naked Beauty. For her sophomore visit, we’re discussing the best – and worst – beauty innovations ever to hit our vanities. An Instagram alum, Brooke chats with us about the profound impact that social media has had on the industry, the beauty of artificial intelligence (including an avatar she created for herself!) and as a new perfume entrepreneur, how biotechnology is bringing back extinct scents from flora history. (RIP perfume fields of Grasse?)Plus, you’ll hear about:High tech beauty devices – Why so many promising innovations have ended up in landfills, and is Clarisonic back from the grave?Botox – A cure-all for everything from wrinkles to migraines, “skin Botox” (aka “skintox”) is the latest Korean treatment said to achieve glass skin Bond builders – Brands like K18 and Epres saved Carlene’s bleached hair, will a new bond-building nail strengthener promise save her brittle, peeling nails?Robot massages – The golden touch or a step too far?Laser hair removal – Goddess’ greatest gift, we get the scoop on the at-home IPL device that Jill is using to save $$$ and earn 18 months of hairfree bliss. In partnership with BraunWatch this episode and Subscribe to our YouTube channel Want more? Listen to our episode on Naked Beauty Podcast right here! Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: A #DamnGood DIY Beauty Special (Recipes for Skincare, Haircare and More!) Featuring Naked Beauty’s Brooke DeVardBotox Cosmetic Pioneer Dr. Jean CarruthersClarisonic Co-Founder Dr. RobbPROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! BraunYou can find the Braun IPL Silk Expert Pro 5 at your local Shoppers Drug Mart, Best Buy and walmart.ca.Beam Beam Kids is now available online at shopbeam.com/BEAUTY. Because you're a listener to our show, you can take their limited time pricing of up to 35% off plus 2 free gifts using code BEAUTY. QuinceTreat your closet to a little summer glow-up with Quince. Go to Quince.com/beauty for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. StrivectinPlump and smooth like a pro with the new Peptide Plump™Collagen Cushion Cream from StriVectin. Discover the science behind great skin. *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  • Makeup Artist Ash K Holm on How-to Create a “Snatch-ural” Lifted Look, The Throwback Bronzer She’s Resurrecting and the Lip Combo Duo She’s Got Us Sharing in The Group Chat 💄
    May 14 2025
    Celeb makeup artist extraordinaire Ash K. Holm joins us this week! The Los Angeles-based pro’s ability to create glam looks and glowing skin have endeared her to famous clients like Ariana Grande, Lindsay Lohan and Khloe Kardashian – and she’s often spotted behind the scenes on The Kardashians on Hulu. Frequently tapped by brands like Vaseline, Morphe and Kiss Lashes, Ash is sharing all of her tips on how-to create a face lift effect using only the magic of makeup in today’s can’t miss episode.Tune in to hear about:How Ash uses under eye skin care patches as a “cheat” to achieve a lifted eye makeup lookThe drugstore hair product that she loves to use to get even the straightest eyebrow hairs to stay-in-placeHow-to pinpoint conceal for a lifted lip look Ash’s absolute fave finishing powder to nix shine while keeping the “snatch” going all day Bookmark these! The makeup artist’s no-fail contour tones, the surprising bronzer-in-a-box shade that she’s giving a second life to and the affordable brush brand that she stocks up on Psssst: Watch (and subscribe!) to this episode on our YouTube so you can see everything Ash is talking about! Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Subscribe to our Substack here To shop products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: WATCH: Makeup By Mario on The Soft Glam Era, Game-Changing Makeup Hacks and Is He Writing a Book?!WATCH: Trendless, Ageless Everyday Makeup Secrets Revealed with Look Good, Feel Good Makeup Artist Katey DennoWATCH: Meghan Markle's Makeup Artist: Spring Makeup Tutorial & Trends from Daniel Martin! 💄PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! NuulyNuuly is a great value at $98 a month for any 6 styles, but right now you can get $28 off your first month of Nuuly when you sign up with the code BEAUTY at nuuly.com. Nuuly Subscription Clothing Rental. Change Your Clothes.Nutrafol This summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. Strivectin Discover the science behind great skin with Strivectin. Plump and smooth like a pro with the NEW Peptide Plump™ Collagen Cushion Cream from StriVectin. Lead x L’Oréal Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is an award-winning, first of its kind educational program that provides accelerated pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. The program transforms the beauty industry from a trade to a profession by offering a bachelor of science degree in beauty and wellness. To learn more, visit LeadInstitute.Degree*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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  • BONUS: Small Business Day Special! How-to Level-Up and Unlock $$$ Working in the Beauty Industry with Lead by L'Oréal
    May 9 2025
    Happy Friday and happy *almost* Small Business Day! If you’ve ever dreamed of being a beauty industry creative, a salon or spa owner, or a successful marketing executive with a corner office, you’ll want to tune into today’s episode on how to make it big in the beauty industry with Lead x L'Oréal Institute. This program is transforming the beauty industry from trade to profession by offering a bachelor of applied science degree in beauty and wellness. Tune in to hear from Francis Tesmer, Founder and CEO of Lead, ROLFS Global Institute, alongside Sherilynn Smart, who graduated from the program last year. This uninterrupted BONUS episode is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Lead by Rolfs Global Institute Powered by L’Oreal Professionnel USA – the award-winning, first-ever college and university degree program designed specifically for beauty professionals.You’ll discover:Accessibility – How the Lead x L’Oréal program works, including the Associate and Bachelor of Applied Science degree you can walk away with, studying online Global impact – Everything to know about scholarships and a new international apprenticeship program, so that you can earn credits and money while you workInnovation – The types of courses you can take with Lead’s beauty education curriculum, from finance to psychology and moreGrowth – What the degrees can do for you post-graduation, including valuable networking and job promotions to help empower beauticians in businessReal world success – Having begun her career as an educator and artist back in 2001, Sherilynn explains what it was like to go back to college while holding down a full-time job as Redken’s Regional Education Manager at L’Oréal, with zero regretsTo learn more, visit LeadInstitute.Degree Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Subscribe to our YouTube channel and find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here Related episodes like this: How-To Be Massively Successful In The Job You Love With Lead x L’Oréal’s Francis TesmerHow Influencer Caroline Baudino Turned Her Amazon Finds Into a 6-Figure a Month CareerMeet the Founder Aiming to Get “Medical-Grade” Jewelry for Sensitive Skin into Sephora Aisles*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 Produced by Dear Media Studio See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    37 mins