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A (0:00)
Oh, could this vintage store be any cuter?
B (0:03)
Right? And the best part, they accept Discover.
A (0:06)
Except Discover in a little place like this? I don't think so, Jennifer.
B (0:10)
Oh, yeah. Huh? Discover's accepted where I like to shop. Come on, baby. Get with the times.
A (0:16)
Right.
B (0:16)
So we shouldn't get the parachute pants. These are making a comeback, I think.
C (0:23)
Discover is accepted at 99% of places that take credit cards nationwide, based on the February 2025 Nielsen report.
D (0:30)
Honey, do not make plans. Saturday, January 24th. Okay?
B (0:33)
Why?
A (0:34)
What's happening?
D (0:34)
The Walmart Wellness event. Flu shots, health screenings, free samples from those brands you like.
A (0:39)
All that at Walmart.
D (0:40)
We can just walk right in, no appointment needed. Who knew we could cover our health and wellness needs at Walmart?
A (0:45)
Check the calendar. Saturday, January 24th, Walmart wellness event.
D (0:49)
You knew?
A (0:50)
I knew. Check in on your health at the same place you already shop. Visit Walmart Saturday, January 24th for our semi annual wellness event, flu shot. Subject to availability and applicable state law. Age restrictions apply. Free samples while supplies last year.
B (1:01)
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