Best The David Spoon Experience Podcasts (2025)

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05-28-25 part 2: From Ruins to Radiance: God’s Glory in New Beginnings 57:27

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A) The Greater Glory of the New Temple In Haggai 2:8–9, God declares that the silver and gold are His and that the glory of the present house will surpass that of the former. This declaration is made in a context where a rebuilt temple seemed inferior to Solomon's grand structure. However, God’s reassurance is profound: what may appear less gloriou…

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The Zodiac Killer: Part Two | #401 1:03:31

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Last week we left you with the absolutely massive cliffhanger of a 408-character cipher, which in theory contained valuable information on the Bay Area’s most infamous killer “The Zodiac”. But first it needed to be solved. And amazingly it wasn’t cracked by the police, or the FBI: it was solved by a 41-year-old history teacher and his wife, and we’…

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05-28-25 part 1: Praising, Praying, and Proclaiming Anchored in Psalm 65 29:49

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A) Praise with a Purpose Dr. Spoon opens the reflection in Psalm 65 by reminding us that praise isn’t just a formality—it’s an expectation and an expression of our trust in God’s unwavering faithfulness. David declares, “Praise is awaiting You, O God, in Zion,” and Dr. Spoon unpacks this as a call to live with an “attitude of gratitude.” The Psalmi…

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05-28-25 part 1: Praising, Praying, and Proclaiming Anchored in Psalm 65 29:50

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A) Praise with a Purpose Dr. Spoon opens the reflection in Psalm 65 by reminding us that praise isn’t just a formality—it’s an expectation and an expression of our trust in God’s unwavering faithfulness. David declares, “Praise is awaiting You, O God, in Zion,” and Dr. Spoon unpacks this as a call to live with an “attitude of gratitude.” The Psalmi…

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05-27-25 part 2: The Hope We Carry Sharing Christ in a World That’s Starving for It 57:22

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A) The Message of Hope In Romans 10, Dr. Spoon emphasizes the profound truth that anyone who calls upon the name of the Lord will be saved. But how can they call if they haven’t believed, and how can they believe unless someone tells them? The passage draws attention to the critical role Christians play in communicating the gospel—not with bullhorn…

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05-27-25 part 1: The Two Commands That Change Everything 30:05

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A) The Trap in Disguise Dr. Spoon leads us into Matthew 22:34–40, where the Pharisees attempt to trap Jesus with a deceptively simple question: “What is the greatest commandment in the law of Moses?” This wasn’t a genuine inquiry—it was a setup. Dr. Spoon highlights that not every question posed to believers (or to Jesus) is sincere. Many aim to tr…

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Encore: Will Poulter, Dave Beran, and The Bear 52:22

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Season 3 of the smash hit FX/Hulu show “The Bear” roared to life just days ago, but Will Poulter (the actor who plays fan-favorite Luca) and 2014 F&W Best New Chef Dave Beran had been prepping for weeks. Poulter — like his co-star Jeremy Allen White — staged with Beran at his Santa Monica restaurant Pasjoli to learn how to accurately portray a prof…

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05-27-25 part 2: The Hope We Carry Sharing Christ in a World That’s Starving for It 57:23

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A) The Message of Hope In Romans 10, Dr. Spoon emphasizes the profound truth that anyone who calls upon the name of the Lord will be saved. But how can they call if they haven’t believed, and how can they believe unless someone tells them? The passage draws attention to the critical role Christians play in communicating the gospel—not with bullhorn…

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05-27-25 part 1: The Two Commands That Change Everything 30:06

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A) The Trap in Disguise Dr. Spoon leads us into Matthew 22:34–40, where the Pharisees attempt to trap Jesus with a deceptively simple question: “What is the greatest commandment in the law of Moses?” This wasn’t a genuine inquiry—it was a setup. Dr. Spoon highlights that not every question posed to believers (or to Jesus) is sincere. Many aim to tr…

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05-23-25 part 2: Ask Boldly, Pray Humbly, and Trust Deeply The Sacred Rhythm of Divine Partnership 57:10

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1. A Great Daily Starter Prayer Dr. Spoon opens with what he calls a “Great Daily Starter Prayer” from Genesis 24:12: “Oh Lord, the God of my master Abraham, please grant me success today.” He unpacks this simple but profound prayer phrase by phrase. The direction of prayer—“Oh Lord”—acknowledges who we’re speaking to. The identification—“God of my…

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05-23-25 part 1: False Teachers, Real Tragedy, and the Church That Must Stay Awake 30:06

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1. Springs Without Water and Storm-Driven Mists Dr. Spoon opens with a powerful and sobering continuation of 2 Peter, where the apostle describes false teachers as “springs without water” and “mists driven by storms.” These are not harmless wanderers; they’re deceptive voices exploiting the church for selfish gain. Dr. Spoon emphasizes that these i…

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05-22-25 part 2: Unity in Truth, Boldness in Faith: Fighting the Lies That Divide 57:42

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1. Greet the Church—Not Just Your Denomination Dr. Spoon brings Colossians 4 to a powerful close by emphasizing the unity of the church across geographical and denominational lines. Paul tells the believers to greet the brothers in Laodicea and the church that meets in Nympha’s house—no qualifiers, no conditions. Dr. Spoon unpacks the spiritual imp…

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05-22-25 part 1: Crowns, Creatures, and the King Worship at the Center of Everything 29:49

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1. Revelation Revealed—And Contested Dr. Spoon dives into Revelation 4 with a mix of awe and scholarly honesty. He highlights how the image of the 24 elders sitting around God’s throne has sparked no fewer than nine distinct theological interpretations. Are they the raptured church? The 12 apostles plus the 12 tribes of Israel? Priestly representat…

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The Zodiac Killer: Part One | #400 58:59

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Violent attacks, sadistic taunting, and uncrackable puzzles; in some ways “The Zodiac” laid the foundations for every murderous TV psychopath and movie villain of the next half-century. For our 400th episode we decided to dedicate three whole episodes to the potentially the most famous serial killer in history: how he operated, how his puzzles were…

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05-21-25 part 2: From Comfortable to Called Why You’re Not Done Yet 57:27

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1. The Real Promised Land Is Ahead Dr. Spoon opens with a deep reflection on what the "Promised Land" truly is—not just heaven at the end of life, but eternity with God, a destination so vast that it redefines our hope. But between now and then, God walks us through many “mini-promised lands”—points of growth, change, and challenge. The journey isn…

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05-21-25 part 1: Flaming Arrows and Preventative Prayers: Fighting Fear with Faith 29:55

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1. When Fear Creeps In Dr. Spoon dives into Psalm 64, highlighting David’s deeply personal plea: “Preserve my life from fear of the enemy.” It's not just the attack itself that wounds us—it's the fear that often accompanies it. Dr. Spoon reminds listeners that fear is not neutral; it’s invasive. And while Scripture tells us not to fear, sometimes w…

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05-21-25 part 1: Flaming Arrows and Preventative Prayers: Fighting Fear with Faith 29:56

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1. When Fear Creeps In Dr. Spoon dives into Psalm 64, highlighting David’s deeply personal plea: “Preserve my life from fear of the enemy.” It's not just the attack itself that wounds us—it's the fear that often accompanies it. Dr. Spoon reminds listeners that fear is not neutral; it’s invasive. And while Scripture tells us not to fear, sometimes w…

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05-20-25 part 2: Faith That Speaks: Confession, Disappointment, and the God Who Rewrites the Script 57:18

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1. Confession That Connects Heaven and Earth Dr. Spoon opens this heartfelt episode with a powerful teaching from Romans 10, reminding listeners that salvation hinges not on religious rituals or endless striving, but on two things: confessing Jesus as Lord with the mouth and believing in the heart that God raised Him from the dead. He emphasizes th…

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05-20-25 part 1: The Power We Forget Praying to the God Who Breathes Universes 30:00

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1. When Scripture Meets Supernatural Power Dr. Spoon returns to Matthew 22 and revisits Jesus’ bold statement to the Sadducees: “You don’t know the Scriptures or the power of God.” While most Christians agree on the need for Scripture, Dr. Spoon argues that we often forget the second half—God’s overwhelming, unimaginable power. We’re good at reciti…

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Curtis Stone and the Clandestine Charcuterie Closet 49:54

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The first food memory Curtis Stone has is getting in trouble for eating too much butter. Then again, the Australian chef and TV host has never been one for restraint. Once he realized he wasn't going to be a professional athlete, he went to work for Marco Pierre White — notoriously one of the most hard-driving chefs of all time, then hosted 140 epi…

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05-20-25 part 2: Faith That Speaks: Confession, Disappointment, and the God Who Rewrites the Script 57:19

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1. Confession That Connects Heaven and Earth Dr. Spoon opens this heartfelt episode with a powerful teaching from Romans 10, reminding listeners that salvation hinges not on religious rituals or endless striving, but on two things: confessing Jesus as Lord with the mouth and believing in the heart that God raised Him from the dead. He emphasizes th…

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05-20-25 part 1: The Power We Forget: Praying to the God Who Breathes Universes 30:01

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1. When Scripture Meets Supernatural Power Dr. Spoon returns to Matthew 22 and revisits Jesus’ bold statement to the Sadducees: “You don’t know the Scriptures or the power of God.” While most Christians agree on the need for Scripture, Dr. Spoon argues that we often forget the second half—God’s overwhelming, unimaginable power. We’re good at reciti…

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05-19-25 part 2: When Prayer Feels Like Power: Intercession, Pain, and Perseverance in the Family of Faith 57:30

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1. Praying Through Pain: The Power of Community Intercession Dr. Spoon opens this segment of his show with a heartfelt moment of intercession for two listeners, Angelina and Rosalyn, along with Pastor Lash. As Angelina shares about her physical struggles and embarrassment over going to church, Dr. Spoon reminds her—and all listening—that the church…

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05-19-25 part 1: Healing, Honoring, and Giving God Your First Fruits 29:52

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1. A Healing That Could Only Be God The devotional begins with a powerful testimony shared by a listener named Shel, who called into Dr. Spoon’s show to express gratitude after experiencing a miraculous healing. Scheduled for a heart stent due to concerning scans, Shel arrived for surgery—only for doctors to discover the blockage was no longer sign…

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05-19-25 part 2: When Prayer Feels Like Power: Intercession, Pain, and Perseverance in the Family of Faith 57:31

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1. Praying Through Pain: The Power of Community Intercession Dr. Spoon opens this segment of his show with a heartfelt moment of intercession for two listeners, Angelina and Rosalyn, along with Pastor Lash. As Angelina shares about her physical struggles and embarrassment over going to church, Dr. Spoon reminds her—and all listening—that the church…

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05-19-25 part 1: Healing, Honoring, and Giving God Your First Fruits 29:53

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1. A Healing That Could Only Be God The devotional begins with a powerful testimony shared by a listener named Shel, who called into Dr. Spoon’s show to express gratitude after experiencing a miraculous healing. Scheduled for a heart stent due to concerning scans, Shel arrived for surgery—only for doctors to discover the blockage was no longer sign…

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05-16-25 part 2: God’s Masterpiece and the Message of Peace You Are Not the Artist 57:33

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1. You Are God’s Masterpiece—Not the Painter Dr. Spoon launches into Ephesians 2 with passion and joy, highlighting verses 8–10: salvation is by grace through faith, not by works. But he emphasizes that we shouldn’t stop reading at verse 9. Verse 10 reveals that we are God’s “workmanship”—in Greek, poiēma, meaning a poem or masterpiece. Dr. Spoon d…

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05-16-25 part 1: Donkeys, Deception, and the Danger of Spiritual Fakery 30:01

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1. Wolves in the Church: Discerning Hidden Agendas Dr. Spoon revisits 2 Peter 2 to expose the kind of people who infiltrate churches not to worship or serve, but to exploit. These individuals use religious environments to build their own platforms—driven by lust for power, money, or influence. Peter calls them “stains” in the congregation—people wh…

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05-16-25 part 2: God’s Masterpiece and the Message of Peace You Are Not the Artist 57:34

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1. You Are God’s Masterpiece—Not the Painter Dr. Spoon launches into Ephesians 2 with passion and joy, highlighting verses 8–10: salvation is by grace through faith, not by works. But he emphasizes that we shouldn’t stop reading at verse 9. Verse 10 reveals that we are God’s “workmanship”—in Greek, poiēma, meaning a poem or masterpiece. Dr. Spoon d…

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05-16-25 part 1: Donkeys, Deception, and the Danger of Spiritual Fakery 30:02

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1. Wolves in the Church: Discerning Hidden Agendas Dr. Spoon revisits 2 Peter 2 to expose the kind of people who infiltrate churches not to worship or serve, but to exploit. These individuals use religious environments to build their own platforms—driven by lust for power, money, or influence. Peter calls them “stains” in the congregation—people wh…

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05-15-25 part 2: Patience, Prayer, and Wrestling Faith When Waiting Feels Like Drowning 57:05

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1. The Danger of Impatience and Control Dr. Spoon begins by illustrating how modern impatience creeps into every aspect of life, from complaining about a nine-minute wait for food to trying to force God’s hand when His timing doesn’t match ours. Using the example of Abraham and Sarah, Dr. Spoon warns against taking matters into our own hands when w…

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05-15-25 part 1: First Things First: God’s Order, Our Burdens, and the Power of Humble Dependence 29:37

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1. God’s Order Matters Dr. Spoon opens by bringing clarity to the breakdown of the Ten Commandments, teaching that the first three focus on our relationship with God, the fourth addresses our need for rest, and the remaining six deal with our relationship with others. He humorously reminds listeners that God doesn’t need rest—we do. Dr. Spoon chall…

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Sarbjit Kaur Athwal: Life Without Honour | #399 1:28:11

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When her sister-in-law never returned from a trip to India, Sarbjit Kaur Athwal knew exactly what had happened: her mother-in-law had made no secret of her plan to “get rid of” Surjit – the outspoken thorn in the family’s side. But Sarbjit also knew what she was up against: a strict code of honour; the threat of shame and total rejection by her com…

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FROM THE VAULT - Fred & Rose West: Parts 1&2 1:38:33

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With the release of a new Netflix documentary on the Wests, we dove into the archive (way way back to episodes 27 and 28) to get you up to date with our in-depth two-parter on one of the UK's most infamous cases. -- Incest, rape, murder and torture dungeons; the girls take on one of Britain's most notorious serial killer couples - Fred and Rose Wes…

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05-13-25 part 2: Righteousness by Faith Alone: The Gospel Bridge That Cannot Be Broken 57:31

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1. The Impossible Standard of the Law Dr. Spoon opens with a deep dive into Romans 10, where Paul presents the impossible standard of the Law. Quoting Moses, he highlights that the Law demands full obedience to every command—a task that no one outside of the power of the Holy Spirit could ever accomplish. Dr. Spoon humorously yet soberly points out…

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05-13-25 part 1: You Don’t Know the Scriptures or the Power of God: The Double-Edged Problem of Today’s Church 29:49

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1. Exposing the Sadducees’ Error Dr. Spoon dives into the confrontation between Jesus and the Sadducees in Matthew 22. These religious leaders, who denied the resurrection, angels, and spiritual realities, sought to trap Jesus with a trick question about marriage in the afterlife. Jesus’ response wasn’t merely intellectual; it was a direct rebuke t…

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Hawa Hassan and the Hot Dog Habit 48:16

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When Hawa Hassan was five years old, she was living in a refugee camp in Kenya. By seven, she was resettled in Seattle with a few other refugees from Somalia, and waiting for her family to join her. Then the political climate changed, and she came to realize that they were never coming; she was on her own. The thing to know about Hawa Hassan is tha…

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05-13-25 part 1: You Don’t Know the Scriptures or the Power of God: The Double-Edged Problem of Today’s Church 29:50

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1. Exposing the Sadducees’ Error Dr. Spoon dives into the confrontation between Jesus and the Sadducees in Matthew 22. These religious leaders, who denied the resurrection, angels, and spiritual realities, sought to trap Jesus with a trick question about marriage in the afterlife. Jesus’ response wasn’t merely intellectual; it was a direct rebuke t…

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05-12-25 part 2: Signs, Circumcision, and the Everlasting Covenant of the Heart 57:14

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1. The Covenant That Never Fails Dr. Spoon dives into the rich text of Genesis 17, where God establishes His everlasting covenant with Abraham and his descendants. This isn’t a one-time promise—it’s a commitment that stretches across generations, reaffirming that God will always be their God. Dr. Spoon highlights how this commitment extends to beli…

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05-12-25 part 1: Chosen Love, Undeserved Favor, and the God Who Doesn’t Let Go 30:06

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1. God’s Declaration of Undeniable Love Dr. Spoon leads us into Malachi 1, where the Lord makes a profound and often misunderstood statement: “I have loved you deeply.” Yet Israel responds with skepticism, asking, “How have You loved us?” God answers by reminding them of His choice of Jacob over Esau—a deliberate act of love and covenant commitment…

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05-12-25 part 2: Signs, Circumcision, and the Everlasting Covenant of the Heart 57:15

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1. The Covenant That Never Fails Dr. Spoon dives into the rich text of Genesis 17, where God establishes His everlasting covenant with Abraham and his descendants. This isn’t a one-time promise—it’s a commitment that stretches across generations, reaffirming that God will always be their God. Dr. Spoon highlights how this commitment extends to beli…

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