Best Cymbals Podcasts (2025)

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151: You Can't Tune Cymbals (What Gear Matters + What Motivates You) 1:05:11

1d ago1:05:11

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By Holy Ghost Notes

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S13E10 - Off the Rails 43:53

3d ago43:53

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Off the Rails Have no fear, today’s episode title isn’t suggesting that Drew and Sam are straying from the straight and narrow, nor have they lost all reason (well no more than usual anyway!) Thankfully, Drewling Samantics will continue to be the very best it can be. In actual fact, “Off the Rails” refers, rather appropriately, to this week’s fabul…

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S013E09 - It's A No From Me 45:40

10d ago45:40

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It's A No From Me The boys are back in the flat this week, and Drewling Samantics regulars will know that Drew and Sam being together in the same room means there’s potential for perhaps even more chat, banter (and beers) than usual! Today’s episode deals with the tricky business of turning down work, or having to say no to a job (be that before it…

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The Life & Times of Marie Equi 28:41

13d ago28:41

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Glove-wearing rebel Hanna tells Andy & Fish about the life of teacher, doctor, and out-and-proud lesbian Marie Equi. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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150: Getting Grounded (Writer's Block + Earning Love) 1:09:47

16d ago1:09:47

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On episode one hundred and fifty of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt and Tim realize they’ve hit a milestone episode number and reflect on how the podcast has impacted them over the years. Tim tees up the topic of writer’s block — a timely and relevant to both of them. Tim shares about his recent motivation and steps he’s taken to make music a regular part o…

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S13E08 - Cruising and Conjuring 52:00

17d ago52:00

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Cruising and Conjuring This season’s guests are a well-travelled lot, and that is equally true with Drewling Samantics’ latest visitor - Paul Burley. After discovering at a young age that he had a joy and skill for performing, Paul pursued a career that has enabled him to travel and entertain across an impressive variety of locations and discipline…

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S13E07 - So... How did it go? 39:55

24d ago39:55

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So... How did it go? It’s straight in in today’s episode, with a subject that is very much a regular topic of consideration for our podcasting pair - Drew and Sam are discussing auditions! A necessary evil some might say, but actors and performers spend a great deal of time trying to get, prepare for, and (with any luck!) nail them! Castings, test-…

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Prioritizing Faith without Compartments 1:01:50

26d ago1:01:50

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In which our pilgrims are joined by Pastor Nicholas Hanges from Foundation Church here in Spencer four our season finale!!! This talk we focus on making church and building our faith the priority in our lives.By Watershed Media

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S13E06 - Multi National, Multi Skilled 44:21

1M ago44:21

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Multi National, Multi Skilled This week the Drewling Samantics boys happened to be recording on a rather significant day, and a little word play hints at just that… but no spoilers here - all is revealed in the episode! And that is far from being the limit of the excitement in today’s show, as the chaps are also joined by yet another superb guest! …

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149: Going Through The Motions (Peer Pressure + Distractions) 56:23

1M ago56:23

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By Holy Ghost Notes

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Wandering Wonderers 38:39

1M ago38:39

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In which our pilgrims are joined by Coach Andy McGaffin and attempt to take in the whole arc of the Old Testament; seeing in this beautiful story a plan by God to show each one of us how we are worthy of being redeemed.By Watershed Media

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John H. Hammond, the Electronic Sorceror 29:11

1M ago29:11

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Hanna covers the life of overlooked inventor, John H. Hammond Jr. as Andy and Fish debate why he's not more of a household name. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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S13E05 - At the Tap of their Game 39:46

1M ago39:46

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At the Tap of their Game An illness has targeted one half of our podcasting pair, but did that stop this week’s recording? Absolutely not! Drewling Samantics remains resilient, and a mere virus can’t halt the boys on their quest to bring entertaining content to the masses! Inadvertently though, being temporarily resigned to watching daytime TV in b…

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Don’t be a Cymbal 40:29

1M ago40:29

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In which our pilgrims go for a deep dive into the “love chapter” and wonder why Paul took his time to point out what love is not? Is this a way to help us know what love actually is?By Watershed Media

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S013E04 - Tween Sensation 43:02

2M ago43:02

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Tween Sensation It could be said that every actor or performer takes some form of risk when working in the industry or has “skin in the game” to use modern parlance. Well, that is certainly true of this week’s guest, and in more ways than one! Colleen Daley is a truly multi-talented actor and has certainly embodied the aforementioned phrase (no spo…

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148: A Pathetic Way To Be (Apathy) 1:10:34

2M ago1:10:34

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By Holy Ghost Notes

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Teshuvah in the Dirt 45:14

2M ago45:14

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In which our pilgrims crack open the Parable of the Sower and ponder the different heart-conditions this classic text teaches. How do people keep their “soil” in good condition? What are the “gardening" tools in our Christian-toolbox to help us to do the same?By Watershed Media

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Mary in the Window 27:56

2M ago27:56

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Sleepy caffeine junkies Hanna, Andy, & Fish discuss the 2003 alleged apparition of Mary in a window at Milton Hospital. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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A Wabi-Sabi Kinda Church 45:39

2M ago45:39

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In which our pilgrims take a look at the early church in Acts as well as the church of today and ask the question - why can’t the church be perfect? Is there a way to be an “imperfectly perfect” kind of church?By Watershed Media

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S13E03 - All Work and No Play... 40:16

2M ago40:16

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All Work and No Play... Just when you thought you knew someone, they catch you off guard you with something surprising! Drew and Sam may be pretty confident in their knowledge of each other (it’s to be expected having spent this long working together) but in this week’s show they actually learn new information about one another! Following on from a…

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S13E02 - A Cymbal of Success 49:24

2M ago49:24

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A Cymbal of Success The first guest of Season Thirteen makes a timely entrance and delights Drew and Sam with his wit, knowledge, joy for what he does, and a rather large helping of cheeky irreverence to boot! Robin Payne joins the Drewling Samantics boys this week and having already given the taller half of the podcast pair the immense pleasure of…

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The Unforgivable Nothing 55:21

2M ago55:21

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in which our pilgrims tackle the big question, "What is the Unforgivable Sin?" Joining us in our unpacking of this big topic is our third time special guest Pastor Mark Feauto.By Watershed Media

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147: One-volume Drummer (Dynamics + Forgiveness) 1:03:42

2M ago1:03:42

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On episode one hundred and forty seven of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt gives a quick tour update and the guys describe and explore how it feels to perform live. Then, in a topic recommended by Adam Gray, Matt and Tim talk about the importance of drumming dynamics and what goes into progressing in that ability. Finally, they discuss the power of forgivene…

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The New King of the Railroad 47:45

2M ago47:45

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Is Edaville Railroad cursed? Why is King Richard's Faire moving down the street? Does Fish like trains as much as Andy & Hanna think he does? Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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S13E01 - Unlucky for Some 39:38

2M ago39:38

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Unlucky for Some It’s Easter time and whilst some of Drewling Samantics’ faithful listeners and viewers are on the hunt for Easter Eggs and the Easter Bunny, there is no need to search for the new season of Drewling Samantics - it’s finally here, in all its glory! Yes the boys are back, despite popular demand (only joking of course!), and are ready…

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Watershed Live! 49:54

2M ago49:54

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In which our pilgrims record their first ever live podcast wherein the studio audience attempts to “stump the pastors.” Turned out to be a wonderful evening conversation are those tough questions about our faith with some surprising answers!By Watershed Media

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Sabbath Supermodels 35:37

3M ago35:37

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In which our heroes wander through Matthew 11:28–29, exploring questions like: What does it truly mean to find rest in God? And what might Jesus be saying when he claims his yoke is easy and his burden is light?By Watershed Media

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Canal Bridges Over Troubled Waters 33:20

3M ago33:20

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Hanna, Andy, and Fish discuss planned extensive renovations planned for the Sagamore and Bourne Bridges, and are worried about the potential effects of budget cuts to the National Park Service to the Cape Cod National Seashore. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.…

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146: Spank Those Drums (Discipline + Weakness) 57:44

3M ago57:44

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On episode one hundred and forty six of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt and Tim take a deep introspective look at their podcasting careers and comment on some aspects they’ve improved upon over the years. The guys talk about having discipline when it comes to practicing drums and Matt proposes a unique hypothetical that inspires Tim to share about placing m…

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Salvation: a Stronghold or an Open Gate? 50:54

3M ago50:54

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In which our pilgrims journey to ancient times and listen to the prophet Isaiah’s vision of salvation as a fortified city, but with open gates. Then they put this beautiful text into conversation with the story of Peter walking on water and wonder what God’s salvation looks like for us today.By Watershed Media

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Heard It Through the God-vine 43:42

3M ago43:42

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In which our pilgrims dive into how we can hear God’s voice and what it takes to protect ourselves from being fooled by false voices pretending to be the truth.By Watershed Media

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Bird Flu Dos & Don'ts 37:29

3M ago37:29

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Hanna's here to tell Fish & Andy about Plymouth's H5N1 Bird Flu epidemic. If you learn nothing from this episode, DON'T touch dead birds! Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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145: Reap the Rewards (Investment + Go Hard) 47:57

3M ago47:57

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On episode one hundred and forty five of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt and Tim settle a 7-year debate while talking about Matt’s recent visit over Tim’s house and Tim’s tendency to “nerd-out”. The guys decide to kick things off with their faith topic of Investment and how investing into your relationships is essential. They shift slightly to their drum to…

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Season Twelve: Best of Drew & Sam 46:41

3M ago46:41

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Season Twelve – Best of Drew & Sam This is it, truly the last Drewling Samantics show of Season Twelve! So what do we do after this finale? There are no more episodes! (Well not until Season Thirteen anyway - but more of that in due course). The simple answer of course is to enjoy this last outing, especially seeing it’s another highlights show - a…

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Season Twelve - Best of Guests 48:00

3M ago48:00

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Season Twelve – Best of Guests Another season is coming to an end, and we’ve been lucky enough to experience six more action-packed and content-filled episodes where Drew and Sam welcomed visitors to the podcast. The levels of talent and quality have only been matched by the laughs, banter, fascinating facts and overall brilliance these wonderful g…

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We Only Get What We Give 32:45

3M ago32:45

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In which our pilgrims consider the troubling sin of consumerism and how it has infected even the way we do church.

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Tales From the Zildjian Cymbal Vault 30:28

3M ago30:28

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Special guest host Donny joins Hanna, Andy, and Fish to talk about the long, turbulent history of the Avedis Zildjian Company, a 400-year-long tale of feuding family, attempted imperial assassination, and metallurgy. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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144: The Riddler (80/20 Rule) 54:05

4M ago54:05

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On episode one hundred and forty four of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt and Tim talk about taking on challenges then transition directly into the episode topics without hesitation. Tim confuses Matt while attempting to describe the 80/20 rule in drumming, but they manage to pull it together. Similarly, Tim presents the idea of the 80/20 rule as it pertains…

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S12E13 - Affordable Awardable 46:24

4M ago46:24

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Affordable Awardable It’s the time of awards ceremonies, where new comers and regulars, remakes and rewrites, brilliance and genius are all rewarded for a job well done, and as always there have been some pleasant shocks along with the expectedly predictable results. Looking specifically at films and their budgets, in today’s episode the boys take …

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Episode 17 - Timothy Roberts clinic on "playing with authority" 49:18

4M ago49:18

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Here's a little deviation from my normal content. I was recently invited to my alma mater, Appalachian State University, to give a series of talks and presentations. This is my clinic that I presented to the percussion studio. Let me know what you think!

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S12E12 - Coming Out of His Shell 47:08

4M ago47:08

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Coming Out of His Shell Regular listeners and viewers of Drewling Samantics will know all about how Drew and Sam found their respective ways into the industry, with their individual paths differing quite significantly, and in this week’s episode they introduce a guest who has taken another, rather uniquely timed, step into acting. Dom Thomson is a …

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The Fruit From Failure 53:29

4M ago53:29

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In which our pilgrims are joined with special guest Coach Andy McGaffin. Join them as they explore how it our response to failure that makes the most difference, giving us the opportunity to shape and build character in our lives.By Watershed Media

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Hanna Can't Stop Thinking About Bog Iron 26:34

4M ago26:34

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Andy, Fish, and special guest Donny join Hanna as she covers bog iron, the origin of the colonial iron industry, and metallic dog names. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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143: Disney Goes Hard (Hardest Thing You've Done + The Next Right Thing) 53:44

4M ago53:44

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On episode one hundred and forty three of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt and Tim chat about the changing of seasons and the rewarding feeling of accomplishment before getting into their topics. The first, they share the “hardest” things they’ve had to experience and/or overcome in their drumming careers. Second, Matt tells a story about a friend who’s tryi…

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S012E11 - What is Next for Stage and Screen? AI-AI-Oh! 40:16

4M ago40:16

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What is Next for Stage and Screen? AI-AI-Oh! Don’t worry, despite what may be apparent from social media imagery, our two favourite podcasters haven’t been replaced by robot doppelgangers! But today’s episode does have a rather futuristic feel. You see in recent times two letters have caused puzzlement, consternation, hope, anger, worry, investment…

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S12E10 - Unpacking The Trunk 47:53

4M ago47:53

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Unpacking The Trunk The Drewling Samantics boys have always been great supporters of enterprising and determined creatives, so it’s no surprise that this week’s guest is one such professional. Joe Potter is an ambitious and driven producer, and his company Trunk Theatre (that just happens to have one particularly familiar actor as part of the team.…

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The Space Between Self-Righteous & Ashamed 47:49

4M ago47:49

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In which our pilgrims are joined once again by Pastor Tyler Thomsen and they have a riveting conversation attempting to discover the way God wants us to avoid living in extremes. Namely, how God knows that our healthiest lives can be found by striking a balance between shame and self-righteousness...…

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A Very Hungry Podcaster 39:25

4M ago39:25

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Our long colonial nightmare is over! Hanna's back to tell Andy & Fish about the life of children's author Eric Carle. Intro music is from "Across the Line" by the Wellington Sea Shanty Society.By Inebri-Art

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142: Drum Language (Patterns & Sticking + Heart's Posture) 53:10

5M ago53:10

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On episode one hundred and forty two of Holy Ghost Notes, Matt shares about an unexpected set-back during the filming of his double bass course and Tim talks about modeling healthy behavior when it comes to reacting to set-backs and things in life that seem "unfair". The guys shift focus and talk about embracing the game-changing drumming practice …

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S12E09 - Didn't See That Coming 42:18

5M ago42:18

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Didn’t See That Coming Well Drew and Sam are really throwing a few surprises into the mix this season as in this episode they are unexpectedly united to do an in-person recording! It really is a nice surprise to see them back on the sofa together, drinks in hand and banter at the ready, and to keep the theme of unpredictability going, in this episo…

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