Best Hello Steadman Podcasts (2025)

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Stumbling into failure 1:04:27

7d ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Brendan and Mark have questions and thoughts around moderation, and Brendan has questions for Mark on his sleep. (00:00) - Stumbling into failure (00:07) - Mark is weirdly on his shit (00:52) - Brendan is on his shit (04:25) - Brendan has thoughts on moderation (14:28) - Mark has a pending relevation (25:12) - Brendan doesn't trust the messages his…

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The most thing is sugar 1:07:40

14d ago1:07:40

1:07:40

The boys mostly talk about sugar, both in chocolate form a la Easter, and in pill form via placebo. (00:00) - The most thing is sugar (01:17) - Brendan describes needing a hug (03:18) - Mark describes his norming (06:10) - Mark mourns a friend (10:30) - Brendan and Mark spoil an episode of Black Mirror (16:57) - Mark describes a book (18:51) - Mark…

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Is this what normal people do? 1:21:21

21d ago1:21:21

1:21:21

Mark and Brendan figure out how to talk to people in real life. (00:00) - Is this what normal people do? (00:19) - Brendan got a visit from his mom (03:00) - Mark dreamt of Brendan (06:03) - Brendan went to a trade show (27:07) - Mark recounts his public speaking journey (45:07) - Mark reckons with his unlikeability as a child (56:46) - Mark makes …

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Get in the comments! 55:30

28d ago55:30

55:30

Mark encourages Brendan to make short-form video... not at all because he has started making his own. (00:00) - Y'all are welomed to the show (03:42) - Mark wouldn't call a dude "love" (05:19) - Mark says "y'all" ironically (08:28) - Undo is now monetised (17:17) - Brendan's killing it running a meditation group (22:25) - David chimes in (23:16) - …

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Now I have a bag of pegs 1:10:35

1M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

Mark opens a can of worms full of aspartame, and Brendan has both joined a dodgeball league and started a meditation circle. Now who's being a productive dynamo!? (00:00) - Now I have a bag of pegs (00:42) - Dopamine Nation (07:52) - Does Mark trust Brendan? (19:09) - Mark pokes the bear on aspartame (38:47) - Brendan brings up the Potato Famine (4…

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We're senseless to our selves 1:09:16

1M ago1:09:16

1:09:16

Brendan and Mark kind of have a fight a little bit. In as much as two enneagram 9s can. (00:00) - We're senseless to our selves (00:59) - Mark's chat history (05:22) - Brendan and the holy trinity (13:59) - Mark gets triggered by the word "recover" (27:56) - The tug of war (38:33) - Another parable of the blind man (43:05) - Part 1 of Mark trying t…

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Playing myself at Magic the Gathering 1:09:39

2M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

Our heroes navigate freelancing and money, and Brendan has an update for Mark on fasting, courtesy of everyone's favourite large language model. (00:00) - Playing myself at Magic the Gathering (00:12) - Brendan consulted ChatGPT on fasting (06:16) - The YouTube diet (12:31) - The forthcoming men's group (14:11) - Make a plan B (19:25) - Just exist …

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Somebody learned something at some point 1:09:34

2M ago1:09:34

1:09:34

Brendan's not eating again, and Mark has opinions about education. (00:00) - Cheesecake (04:46) - Brendan is not eating (17:32) - Teaching by experience vs study (19:47) - Profit vs compensation (28:20) - Study vs experience revisited (47:04) - Finding intrinsic confidence in your work (01:09:12) - Only Correct Links Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, by …

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How to pathologise a good time 53:59

2M ago53:59

53:59

Mark's vibrating internally but has got some funky stuff cooking, and Brendan still wants Mark to stop using TikTok. (00:00) - Brendan's tree joke (00:20) - Manic Mark (03:18) - Undo update (08:52) - It's all coming together (22:17) - Big changes and ADHD (25:32) - Pathologising a good time (29:59) - r/blocked (38:48) - Brendan tries to deprogramme…

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They're just trying to have a Tuesday 1:12:39

2M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

Brendan's going to church and Mark's starting a choir. No, like, really. Links The Problem with Time & Timezones (00:00) - They're just trying to have a Tuesday (00:12) - Mark's other podcast (11:44) - C90 Community Chorus (32:52) - Life starts now (35:06) - Brendan's going to a church (46:56) - God is a woman (56:14) - A means of control (01:05:52…

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The sweetest fruit with the bitterest finish 1:05:00

3M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

How do you like them apples? Links The paradoxical theory of change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Mark Steadman & Brendan Hutchins

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No powders 1:12:27

3M ago1:12:27

1:12:27

Brendan has an app idea and a new tattoo, and the boys both watched The Menu. And have things to say. (Spoiler: they liked it.) (00:00) - No powders (00:14) - The Godmode app (20:49) - Mark has discovered Substack (27:55) - Content as an act of service (29:47) - Brendan got a tattoo (39:42) - The wolf that wins is the one you feed (52:16) - The Men…

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I am more bit than man 1:05:43

3M ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Brendan and Mark talk about pain, shame, and programming; Mark does a recce of Brendan's website; (00:00) - I am more bit than man (00:49) - A nice little shop (04:23) - Being essential (07:30) - What doing business looks like in 2025 (16:33) - Raising rates (20:37) - Positioning (30:42) - From me to you (32:17) - Mark's regular "how do I make a re…

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Let Others Voluntarily Evolve 1:06:25

3M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Mark's chair is broken, Brendan is still obsessed with The Cable Guy, and AI always has to have the last word. Links Shell Game Guns Akimbo (2019) Deep Questions with Cal Newport We Can Do Hard Things Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Mark Steadman & Brendan Hutchins

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Our pink halves of the drainpipe 1:05:27

3M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Brendan and Mark are back in their respective homes, coming down to earth and discussing music, dancing, numbing, and more. Links My Pink Half of the Drainpipe, by the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band Open Arms, by Elbow Anjunabeats SMART goals are not so smart: make a PACT instead Men's Work: A Practical Guide to Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, and F…

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We're just going to be here until I can drive again 1:18:24

4M ago1:18:24

1:18:24

Brendan and Mark celebrated Brendan's 40th by being in the same city together yet again. This time it was Brendan's turn to host Mark, and so the pair recount their adventure. Links Watch the boys smash stuff up Brendan's 40th birthday dance party (00:00) - We're just going to be here until I can drive again (00:12) - Mark's been up mountains (03:1…

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It's not paranoia if they really are out to get you 1:00:32

4M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

Mark is packing to see Brendan who's building a bathroom. Also there's talk of vaccinations, what to do when your friends won't join you on your journey to understand yourself and the world better, and why there is a mathematically correct politics. Links Break the Mold: 5 Tools to Conquer Mold and Take Back Your Health, by Jill Crista (00:00) - It…

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Silent heart shapes 1:18:05

5M ago1:18:05

1:18:05

Friend of the show Billie Proffitt joins Brendan and Mark to discuss fasting, the stars, and how our choices affect the outside world (Mark's jury is still out). And there is a Tune Tumult to adjudicate. (00:00) - Silent heart shapes (01:23) - Fasting content (10:05) - What we teach our kids about food (15:51) - Your strange addiction is valid (21:…

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Stop doing everything 1:09:17

5M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

Mark snet Brendan a photo of himself in the bath... and also had to go to hospital. Meanwhile, Brendan is becoming more comfortable as the face of Godmode – and there's a v1 document draft! (00:00) - Episode 54 (00:36) - Mark's hypertensive crisis (18:23) - Godmode v0.1 (41:07) - The face of Godmode (46:14) - Capitalism and medicine (50:43) - Stop …

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Bro. 1:28:19

5M ago1:28:19

1:28:19

What tactical deployment of the word "bro" can do for men who need to call out other men. Also, a rundown of Heretic, which the pair saw this week. (00:00) - 2024-11-24 Episode 53 (01:17) - Brendan's birthday playlist (03:38) - Mark's 40 hour fast (09:19) - Brendan got a splinter (14:42) - Men can't help themselves (28:07) - Emasculation vs objecti…

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Yelling fire in a crowded theatre 1:36:42

6M ago1:36:42

1:36:42

Free Speech and Marshmallow Madness In this rollercoaster episode, we dive into everything from the hypothetical beauty of a 'Godmode' What To Eat podcast with Brendan Hutchins to the real-life hilarity of a live Randy Feltface puppet show. Along the way, we tackle deep issues like men's responsibility in society, the botched 'free speech' argument…

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Hymn - Tune Tumult #3 1:13:31

6M ago1:13:31

1:13:31

We open with classic podcasting clichés and dive into the aftermath of the 2024 US election. Our hosts swirl around debates, looking for silver linings in a rather grim scenario. We then transition seamlessly into music territory, with exciting new hymn compositions, vocal experiments, and the creative processes we engaged in to create our masterpi…

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God 2:01:35

6M ago2:01:35

2:01:35

Exploring Faith and Unplugging from the Matrix: Is There a God? We dive deep into our personal journeys with spirituality, discovering what 'Is there a God?' means to us. We chat about breaking free from past traumas related to religious experiences, ponder our own definitions of belief, and how music has become a transformative part of our spiritu…

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I Interrupted You First - Tune Tumult #2 1:22:33

6M ago1:22:33

1:22:33

Happy one-year podcast anniversary! Join us as we reflect on our life plans from days past—who has time for a bucket list when life keeps us on our toes? Last week's deep chat resurfaces with healing guidence and the creeping horror of Five Nights at Freddy's nightmares. We fly from bedtime Tolkien to crafting our futures one LEGO block at a time. …

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Do you have time for that? 1:32:21

7M ago1:32:21

1:32:21

We dive into the humorous and strenuous sides of physical/mental/emotional health. We discuss how some activities, despite being labeled 'not good', might just be worth it for the laughs and the unexpected benefits they bring to our well-being. Expect some funny anecdotes and a light-hearted take on the ups and downs of staying healthy. And a delig…

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Tune Tumult #1 - Game Changer! 1:00:38

7M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Life, Laughter, and AI: Unraveling Decisions, Beard Drama, and Emotional Rollercoasters Lyrics and videos for the Battle Of The Songs entries here: https://newsletter.hellosteadman.com/game-changer-battle-of-the-songs-1/ In this jam-packed episode, we tackle everything from robots threatening our podcasting gig to philosophical debates on free will…

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It's either a gimme or a skinned knee (the origin of the song challenge) 57:25

7M ago57:25

57:25

Forever to go down in infamy, this episode is where Mark and Brendan decide to start giving each other a prompt to write a song in a week. Let’s see where this goes. And now, the beautiful AI show notes. Glorious.. Join us for a roller-coaster episode as we acquire the quirky domain 'pn.ms' from 'Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' (no sandwiches inc…

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No, don't go back into Goldfinger 1:12:56

7M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

It's a musical episode where Brendan and Mark happen to break out in song, like the new Joker movie but with more sense to it. We discuss AI, dropping amazon, and how We're Mad as Hell AND WE'RE NOT GOING TO TAKE IT ANYMORE! If you want to be Mark's friend, you must listen to this and agree that it is exceptional: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9…

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The Jealous Art of Empathy; Sociopathic or Just Super Chill? 1:22:37

8M ago1:22:37

1:22:37

Gather ‘round, folks, and bring your popcorn – we’ve got a treat of emotional escapades and bean-timer antics! Join us in the men’s group saga as Brendan takes us through the wild ride of talking jealousy, empathy, polyamory, and societal norms. Who knew reflecting on divorce and friendships could be so enlightening? Sprinkle in a relentless bean t…

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Food, booze, vape, food, booze, vape, food, booze, vape. 1:20:51

8M ago1:20:51

1:20:51

Breaking down American culture and politics, focusing on the differences between programming languages and frameworks, the ongoing dismantling of the American Dream, and the problematic first-past-the-post electoral system. This episode touches on issues like capitalism, tribalism, and the historic welcoming of immigrants to the US, expressing a de…

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An answer without a question, or the profound necessity of rest 1:08:45

8M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Wholesome Surprises and the Power of Rest Explore the joy of wholesome TV content and personal encounters with the streaming service Dropout, highlighting shows like 'Game Changer', 'Make Some Noise', and 'Dimension 20.' Mark delves into a particularly emotional episode of 'Game Changer' dedicated to a contestant named Jess. The conversation transi…

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The Struggle for Quality in a Sea of Grifters 1:04:27

9M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Frustrations with substandard podcast editing, the challenges of maintaining a high-quality freelance business, mental and physical pressures, and an insightful conversation about Apple's new fee policy on Patreon subscriptions, as Mark and Brendan reflect on balancing work and creativity, they share personal stories and experiences about keeping t…

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What we talk about when we talk about care 1:47:21

9M ago1:47:21

1:47:21

Mark wants the people he works with to be delighted, and Brendan is opting out of Amazon. (00:00) - Fuck me, I’m a biscuit (08:35) - It’s grifts all the way down (18:45) - Opting out of Amazon (27:25) - Mark’s salient point about the environment (28:55) - Mark is adrift (42:15) - The robots are coming for our jobs! (48:49) - Mark tries to explain L…

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Spike me, daddy 55:04

9M ago55:04

55:04

Mark advocates for the devil of social media, Brendan addresses addiction and challenges the need for us to lean on crutches… and they both discuss ease and craft. (00:00) - Spike me, daddy (01:13) - Happy anniversary (02:15) - Escape valves (08:55) - Our strange addictions (22:49) - Needs vs wants (26:18) - Reading ahead on stoicism (30:32) - Medi…

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I don’t want to look l ike I have a Twitch channel 1:16:59

10M ago1:16:59

1:16:59

Mark echoes a fundamental question: “What are you doing to make yourself more attractive and interesting?”. (00:00) - Hey, you're cute (02:14) - 16 hour fasting (12:02) - What men need to do to date women (24:42) - Physical appearance as branding (35:33) - Physical appearance across genders (43:35) - "You're not as charming as you think you are" pt…

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Rattling around like Marley’s ghost 1:05:25

10M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

What do you give up once you’ve given up – to quote a popular Irish sitcom – cigarettes, alcohol, and roller-blading? Joy? Is it joy next? This one’s spicy if you’re a puritan. Otherwise it’s your pretty bog-standard Convergence fare. (00:00) - Rattling around like Marley’s ghost (00:23) - Mark's accidentally good idea (10:39) - Intrinsic motivatio…

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Tasty meat fire 52:28

10M ago52:28

52:28

The one where Mark and Brendan build a new society. Links Ultra-Processed People: Why Do We All Eat Stuff That Isn’t Food … and Why Can’t We Stop?, by Chris van Tulleken Why doing more exercise won't help you burn more calories – New Scientist Trying Not to Try: The Ancient Art of Effortlessness and the Surprising Power of Spontaneity, by Edward Sl…

1
This is your podcast on mushrooms 42:38

10M ago42:38

42:38

Brace yourself – Mark’s developing a theory of existence. Links Cosmo Sheldrake Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Mark Steadman & Brendan Hutchins

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We all know blue Dave 52:32

10M ago52:32

52:32

Brendan throws down a debate for the boys to chew over. Wish them luck! (00:00) - I get that reference (01:47) - Food's effects on personal identity (17:13) - Group identities (20:24) - Dunbar's number (28:29) - Brendan's joke (29:36) - MA succulent Chinese meal (31:22) - Brendan likes to get stuffed (39:52) - Dopamine dieting Links This is democra…

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The thing about rollercoasters 58:30

11M ago58:30

58:30

Strap in, pull the safety bar down tight, and prepare to launch deep into some stuff in this episode. (00:00) - The thing about rollercoasters (02:00) - Brendan's sacrificial log (09:38) - Mark's wormhole (21:53) - Self-motivation for those that live on their own (27:18) - Rollercoaster content (34:54) - The metaphor extends (47:58) - We do the swi…

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The Darkenshrub epiphany 1:16:36

11M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Mark went to London and met Rory Sutherland, and Brendan has a communion with the universe. Breaking Open the Head: A Psychedelic Journey into the Heart of Contemporary Shamanism, by Daniel Pinchbeck The Egg, by Andy Weir (00:00) - 2024-07-13 Episode 32 (00:18) - Mark at the Podcast Show London (06:38) - Brendan's Darkenshrub adventure (26:31) - Br…

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What have you ACTUALLY done, actually? 1:02:31

11M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

Mark can’t get arrested in this town, Gen X is clapping back, and Brendan’s playing a game but he needs it for his work. (00:00) - 2024-07-13 Episode 31 (04:47) - Mark can't get arrested in this town (09:10) - Gen X is clapping back (13:37) - Brendan's spicy question 🌶️ (26:10) - You can't be the one who's losing it (31:19) - 100 $1,000,000 Leads (…

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Anything can be food if you want it to be 49:51

11M ago49:51

49:51

The boys wrestle with the question of man vs bear, explore the fertility epidemic, and deliver an update on Brendan’s arbitration. (00:20) - Mark’s cat is a precious angel (01:40) - Man vs bear (03:40) - The case (14:56) - The fertility epidemic (39:36) - It’s a Jungle Out There Links How pollution is causing a male fertility crisis Electromagnetic…

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Biscuits the size of cat heads 1:01:11

12M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

Brendan kicks the new calorie knowledge, Mark talks about his vision and not his Vision Pro, and Brendan takes Mark on a virtual tour of the NFT Museum. Links Web3 is Going Great The Worst Product I've Ever Reviewed... for Now The Dropout Marissa Mayer, этот смех! laugh compilation Top 5 Korean TV romcoms – List Envy, with Anya Pearse Hosted on Aca…

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Is this what edging is? 1:10:21

12M ago1:10:21

1:10:21

The boys discuss Mark's doppelgänger, and Brendan's plans for him (Mark, not the doppelgänger). (00:17) - Followup (03:17) - Fasting and food scarcity (08:22) - Mark’s food and home (12:12) - Brendan’s 40th (22:12) - Airport content (25:59) - Brendan’s Portland plans: Food (41:39) - Brendan’s Portland plans: Activities (01:03:55) - Mark’s doppelgan…

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Save the date 1:04:14

12M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Brendan discovers his food is continuing to Gaslighting him, Mark meets the Mayor of Bike Shed, and plans begin for Brendan’s 40th. (00:00) - Your food is Gaslighting you (02:40) - Willpower (06:32) - Being right (20:08) - The Mayor of Bike Shed (26:12) - So, what do you do? (36:34) - Internal family systems (43:12) - Brendan’s 40th birthday plans …

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How do it know? 1:12:46

1y ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Profound insights and entertaining takes on life's quirks. This episode delves into a rich tapestry of personal experiences, legal challenges, and engaging banter, highlighting the Brendan’s journey through litigation, personal development, and humorous everyday observations. Key discussions include the unique wear patterns on a wooden desk, the in…

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He think's he's people 1:09:37

1y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Exploring Personal Identities, Happiness, and Human Experiences Mark and Brendan discuss individualism, happiness, and personal identity, particularly gender identity. They discuss societal pressures, the implications of aligning too closely with a specific identity, and the importance of personal happiness and acceptance. The conversation also tou…

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What's in your breakfast burrito please 50:08

1y ago50:08

50:08

Cycling, Personal Reflections, and Drug Experiences Mark starts with some cycling anecdotes that include several instances of bike theft and the acquisition of an e-bike. The discussion expands to cover topics of legality and accessibility of cycling for visually impaired individuals. Beyond cycling, they explore deeper themes of personal growth, t…

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The pleasing sight of a stocked fridge 1:01:54

1y ago1:01:54

1:01:54

Legal Battles, Lifestyle Changes, and the Value of Choice Beginning with a detailed account of a legal arbitration, where Brendan recalls a revelation about contract terms that could potentially turn the case in his favor. The discussion then shifts to the intricacies of the legal process, including the strategies and shortcomings of opposing legal…

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