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Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates
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Locked On Pirates podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Major League Baseball. Hosted by Ethan Smith, a writer for Inside the Bucs, the Locked On Pirates podcast provides your daily Pirates fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pirates franchise. Locked On Pirates takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Pirates locker room and all over MLB. The Locked On Pirates podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
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PIRATES POSTCAST: Esmerlyn Valdez HOMERS 3 TIMES and Drives in 8 Runs as Pirates Sweep the Doubleheader
Yesterday00:17:38Tap to summarizeThe Pirates sweep the Brewers in a doubleheader today winning game one 8-7 and game two 3-2. Valdez clubbed two home runs in game 1, including a go-ahead grand slam in the 7th inning to put the Buccos up for good 8-7. Valdez followed it up with a two-run homer in game 2 to put the Pirates on the board for his 10th homer in just 27 games. Braxton Ashcraft struggled in game 1, allowing five runs in five innings and Bubba Chandler only went 4.2 innings and gave up two runs in game 2, struck out six but walked three. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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QUESTIONABLE DECISIONS: Pittsburgh Pirates Manager Don Kelly Faces Scrutiny as Injuries TEST Roster
2d ago00:35:39Tap to summarizePittsburgh Pirates face a crossroads as Don Kelly navigates his first full season at the helm—has organizational philosophy become the biggest roadblock to true contention? With the offense surging behind the likes of Oneil Cruz, Jake Mangum, and Ryan O'Hearn, questions loom over the Pirates’ bullpen management and the heavy reliance on analytics over gut decisions. Gary Morgan scrutinizes Don Kelly’s coaching staff shakeups, the controversial move from Oscar Marin to Bill Murphy, and the uneven integration of young talent like Esperlin Valdez and Tyler Callahan. The episode spotlights persistent bullpen struggles, including the use of Dennis Santana and the ongoing debate over workload management for starters such as Mitch Keller and Braxton Ashcraft. As the Pirates chase a playoff spot, can Kelly break free from the front office’s steadfast adherence to projections and adapt in real time to seize crucial wins?Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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PIRATES POSTCAST: Mitch Keller's CONTINUED Struggles Lead to Series Loss Against Braves
3d ago00:20:31Tap to summarizeWe'll be live immediately following the final out for our instant reaction. Mitch Keller struggled in today's matchup, only going 3 innings and allowing 3 runs with 2 walks. Dennis Santana also continued to show his struggles this year in relief efforts. Jake Mangum, Bryan Reynolds, and Esmerlyn Valdez all went yard in the comeback efforts. The Pirates will welcome the Brewers to town to start a weekend series tomorrow. Odoo Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo. Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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STAY CALM: Pittsburgh Pirates WILL SURVIVE Without Big Shortstop Deal After Konnor Griffin Hits IL
3d ago00:35:38Tap to summarizePittsburgh Pirates lose Konnor Griffin to the IL, but panic isn’t the answer. Should the team trade for a shortstop or trust internal depth? Gary Morgan breaks down why Jared Triolo, Nick Gonzales, and Jack Brannigan are up to the challenge, and pushes back against costly trade targets like Willy Adames and Trevor Story. The episode compares Griffin’s current defensive output to Triolo’s, highlighting the Pirates’ offensive depth and arguing roster stability over reactionary moves. The spotlight turns to Ryan O’Hearn, whose historic performance against Atlanta has fans asking if he’s already the franchise’s best free agent signing in 20 years. Gary Morgan weighs O’Hearn’s leadership, consistency, and record-breaking moments against past signings like Russell Martin and Francisco Liriano. Listener questions touch on All-Star hopes, Pirates history, and the ongoing pitching debate after Jared Jones’ early exit. Can Pittsburgh’s deep roster weather adversity and stay in playoff contention?Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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PIRATES POSTCAST: Jared Jones PULLED After 6 PERFECT Innings in 3-0 Loss to Braves
4d ago00:16:25Tap to summarizeThe Pirates three-game winning streak is snapped with a 3-0 loss to the Braves after Jared Jones was pulled with a perfect game. Jones went six perfect innings with 8 strikeouts, but was pulled due to a strict pitch count at 77 pitches. Former Pirates catcher Joey Bart hit a 2-run home run off Dennis Santana to give the Braves a 3-0 victory. The offense for the Pirates had just four hits and no extra-base hits against Braves starter Grant Holmes and the Braves bullpen. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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CURSE BROKEN: Pirates' Offense EXPLODES, Ryan O'Hearn Delivers 10 RBI, Paul Skenes Gets Support
5d ago00:31:30Tap to summarizePittsburgh Pirates shatter records as Ryan O’Hearn delivers a historic 10-RBI performance in a 12–4 rout of the Atlanta Braves. Has this offensive explosion reignited the squad’s postseason hopes? Gary Morgan spotlights Paul Skenes finally earning run support while analyzing the significance of O’Hearn’s unforgettable night. The episode unpacks the latest on top prospect Konnor Griffin’s injury and lays out three bold trade deadline strategies—from conservative bullpen upgrades like Kyle Finnegan and Taylor Rogers, to aggressive targets such as Robbie Ray, AJ Minter, and even a blockbuster Tarek Skubal deal. Key topics include the Pirates’ evolving lineup chemistry, playoff-caliber rotation needs, and the front office’s willingness to gamble big. Can this version of the Pittsburgh Pirates become the team nobody wants to face in October?Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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PIRATES POSTCAST: Ryan O'Hearn's HISTORIC NIGHT Propels Bucs in Blowout WIN Against Braves
5d ago00:19:47Tap to summarizeNathan breaks down the series opener between the Pirates and Braves. Have a night, Ryan O'Hearn! O'Hearn would smash 3 HR, and a team and career record 10 RBI in ONE game! Paul Skenes looked better tonight, than previous during his rough stretch, but O'Hearn stole the show. The Pirates will look to take game two and the series tomorrow night with Jared Jones on the mound. Today's episode is brought to you by Odoo ( OH - DO ). Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at Odoo Dot Com Slash lockedon. That’s O D O O dot com slash lockedon. Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Locked On Pirates discusses MLB Draft strategies, key prospects, Pittsburgh's playoff chances, pitching issues, and Pirates lineup decisions for 2026.
6d ago00:39:30Tap to summarizePittsburgh Pirates prepare to shape their next decade with the MLB Draft’s fifth overall pick and the league’s largest bonus pool. Will Jackson Flora become the latest ace to emerge from Pittsburgh's elite pitching pipeline, or will the front office target high-upside prep stars like Eric Booth Jr. or Jacob Lombard? The conversation focuses on draft strategy, the organization’s pitching development success, and the flexibility offered by coveted supplemental picks. Attention shifts to the Pirates’ playoff push, fueled by a top-five offensive unit led by Bryan Reynolds, Brandon Lowe, and Esmerlyn Valdez. With the team’s biggest obstacle now clearly the pitching staff, key questions arise: Can Paul Skenes and Mitch Keller return to form? Is a veteran starter or bullpen arm the missing piece? The discussion explores roster construction, the likelihood of cutting ties with Marcell Ozuna, Nick Yorke’s future, and how internal talent and possible trades could define the Pirates’ 2026 outlook.Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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UNYIELDING: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Braxton Ashcraft and Konnor Griffin OUTPLAY Nationals, Impress
1w ago00:35:37Tap to summarizeGonzales and Esmerlyn Valdez fueling a 4–3 stretch on the road. Are the Pirates building real momentum for a second-half surge? Gary Morgan breaks down how aggressive baserunning from Konnor Griffin, critical late-game rallies, and improved pitching are reshaping expectations for the Bucs. All-Star roster debates heat up as Paul Skenes receives the lone Pirates nod, but should Brandon Lowe, Bryan Reynolds, or Ashcraft have made the cut? Gary Morgan tackles fan frustrations over runners in scoring position stats, explains why on-base percentage and consistent traffic matter more, and forecasts Pittsburgh’s outlook heading into the All-Star break. Can this surging offense and deepened rotation keep the Pirates’ postseason hopes alive?Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Proton It’s easy to get started. Right now, Proton VPN is offering our listeners 70% off a two-year plan when you go to https://ProtonVPN.com/LOCKEDONMLB. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at https://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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PIRATES POSTCAST: Pirates TAKE SERIES in DC!
1w ago00:18:59Tap to summarizeNathan breaks down game three of the series between the Pirates and Nationals. The Pirates offense started out hot with 4 runs against Cade Cavalli but then were quiet until an 8th inning rally. Bryan Reynolds, and Brandon Lowe both went yard. Bubba Chandler had a rocky start today against the Nationals. The Pirates will head back to PNC Park this week the face the Braves and Brewers. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The biggest stage in world soccer is here, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit FANDUEL DOT COM to get started now. Amazon This Back To School Season, spend less on your kids, with Amazon. With Amazon’s low Back To School Prices, just spend less on your kids. Because every dollar you don’t spend on them, is a dollar you haven’t spent on them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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