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The Multiverse: a Podcast about Tribalism in America

The Multiverse: a Podcast about Tribalism in America

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The Multiverse is a podcast about modern tribalism in America. 3 Seasons: DC Politics, Cannabis, & the "Mom Tribe."
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S3 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Ann Crittenden

The Multiverse: a Podcast about Tribalism in AmericaNov 04, 2019

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Season 3 Debrief w/Caitlin & Katie

Season 3 Debrief w/Caitlin & Katie

Extra long, extra juicy, extra momtastic: Caitlin & Katie (both moms of two, if ya didn’t catch that) debrief the issues explored in Season 3 with our expert guest hosts, Paula & Nina. From the attitudes and practices surrounding vaccines, infant feeding, and moms and work, to the attitudes and practices (read: policies) that our country imposes on moms at large, C& K ponder how the state of the “Mom Tribe” might point to some larger issues facing America today.  

CREDITS: 

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Caitlin Scholl

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “Mama” by Caitlin Scholl 

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Dec 05, 201942:38
S3E4 Part II: Workin' It

S3E4 Part II: Workin' It

Expert guest hosts Paula & Nina shine with compassion and wit as they take on their last episode here at the Multiverse. They respond frankly to Randi Zuckerberg’s interview about (not) having it all (at once), and share their own experiences of being a stay-at-home and/or working mom. They also field three stories from our listening audience about motherhood and work, shining a little light – and lightheartedness – on what looks like an all around impossible situation for moms out there today.  

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Caitlin Scholl

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “Mama” by Caitlin Scholl

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Dec 02, 201933:23
S3E4 Part I: Workin' It
Nov 27, 201933:59
S3E3: Having it All
Nov 25, 201934:08
S3E2: Got Milk?
Nov 21, 201932:27
S3E1 Part II: To Vax or Not to Vax?

S3E1 Part II: To Vax or Not to Vax?

In this episode, Paula and Nina respond to letters from listeners regarding vaccines and the decisions parents make. They explore multiple perspectives, data based outcomes, the question of education as an equalizer, and share some of their own experiences – both personal and drawn from their many years of experience working with new parents. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Caitlin Scholl

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “Mama” by Caitlin Scholl

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Nov 18, 201930:13
S3E1 Part I: To Vax or Not to Vax?
Nov 14, 201936:23
S3 Debrief: Ann Crittenden & Emma Johnson

S3 Debrief: Ann Crittenden & Emma Johnson

Cait & Katie discuss the special interviews with Ann Crittenden and Emma Johnson, and break down some of the realities about the labor of mothering, parenting with and without a partner, burnout, policy, and what might have to happen in America for things to actually change.  

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Caitlin Scholl

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “Mama” by Caitlin Scholl

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Nov 11, 201939:47
S3 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Emma Johnson
Nov 07, 201924:56
S3 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Ann Crittenden
Nov 04, 201939:55
S3 Teaser: Mom Tribe

S3 Teaser: Mom Tribe

Caitlin and Katie introduce the next world they’ll investigate here on The Multiverse – the Mom Tribe – and T-up some of the contentious issues they’ll tackle this season. Dropping some sound bites from an all-star roster of moms, including a slew of bestselling authors, we begin our journey to understand the sector of society who arguably still does the most important job in the world.  

Guests: Emily Oster, Suzanne Barston, Jennifer Reich, Laura Richards, Randi Zuckerberg, Ann Crittenden, Emma Johnson.  

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Caitlin Scholl

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “Mama” by Caitlin Scholl

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Oct 30, 201907:29
S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Noah Shaw

S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Noah Shaw

Katie chats with Noah Shaw about getting green to go green and the environmental impact of the pot industry. Is the idea of the happy hippy weed guy just an elaborate smoke screen? Who’s gonna end up paying for the intense carbon footprint of greenhouses and grow ops? Our guest has some good answers to these sticky questions. 

Guests: Noah Shaw

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief 

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Oct 28, 201922:59
S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Susan Driscoll

S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Susan Driscoll

Katie chats with Susan Driscoll, who went from being dean of an agricultural college to starting Florida’s first legal weed dispensary. Hear how this weed maven holds true to the old dealer’s maxim of “don’t smoke your own product,” never using but happy to give others the medical comfort they need.  

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 24, 201925:43
S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Jeanne Sullivan

S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Jeanne Sullivan

Jeanne Sullivan talks about investment in the cannabis sector, what’s holding legalization back, and how the future of cannabis research is happening in... Israel? 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 21, 201941:42
S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Mira Gonzalez

S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Mira Gonzalez

Katie chats with Mira Gonzalez (poet, journalist, and former editor at Snoop Dog’s Merry Jane) about her career as a pot writer, her issues with “elevated” weed marketing, legalization without reparations, and how capitalism may end up killing everyone’s vibe. 

Guests: Mira Gonzalez

Links: Mira's Twitter, Mira's book, & the article she wrote about drinking a whole bottle of weed lube

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 17, 201931:53
S4E4 Part II: Higher Dimensions Debrief

S4E4 Part II: Higher Dimensions Debrief

Is plant wisdom the key to what we’re seeking? What about unlocking your personal creative vision? Caitlin & Katie talk weed, healing and interconnectivity in this recap of the final episode of this season. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 14, 201934:22
S2E4 Part I: Higher Dimensions

S2E4 Part I: Higher Dimensions

Our hosts explore the higher dimensions of cannabis: how it affects us creatively, and perhaps even spiritually (if that really is a thing). So tune in to find out whether “high thoughts” are all they’re cracked up to be. 

Guests: Tara Rose, Ken Jordan

Links: PeaceLoveTara.com; The Alchemist's Kitchen & The Evolver Podcast 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 10, 201940:38
S2E3 Part II: Pipe Dreams Debrief

S2E3 Part II: Pipe Dreams Debrief

Caitlin and Katie talk about what it’s like to live in this burgeoning pot scene. Katie shares stories from Denver, and Caitlin talks about this country’s challenging history with “reform.” 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 07, 201925:24
S2E3 Part I: Pipe Dreams

S2E3 Part I: Pipe Dreams

Caitlin and Katie talk with two tribes of people who are clamoring for marijuana policy reform: those unfairly targeted by the “War On Drugs” because of the color of their skin, and those who are poised to make big money once the feds give the legal thumbs up. 

Guests: “Vanessa,” David Fuhrer, Olivia Naugle, Ricky Fitts, Jake Browne, & Neale Gibbons. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Oct 03, 201945:02
S2E2 Part II: Pot Doctor Debrief

S2E2 Part II: Pot Doctor Debrief

Caitlin and Katie dig in to the science (or sometimes lack thereof) backing the cannabis industry, share CBD mishaps, and ponder the future of medical marijuana.  

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Sep 30, 201927:23
S2E2 Part I: Pot Doctor

S2E2 Part I: Pot Doctor

Caitlin and Katie take a look into the world of medicinal cannabis and find out there’s much more than meets the eye. The facts are obvious that cannabis can help manage pain, but why do we know so little about how it really works? And why are some doctors so reluctant to prescribe it? We get some answers from guest Kurt Levy and special anonymous guests, “G” and “Dr. S.” 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Sep 26, 201935:36
S2E1 Part II: Growing Pains Debrief

S2E1 Part II: Growing Pains Debrief

Caitlin and Katie get real about marijuana culture, why stereotypes are sometimes still funny (what?!), not being as hip as they pretend to be (WHAT?!), and parenting around pot (WHAT??!?!??!?). 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Sep 23, 201931:55
S2E1 Part I: Growing Pains

S2E1 Part I: Growing Pains

Caitlin and Katie bring home the truth about ol’ Mary Jane. This week’s big episode touches on branding, immigrant rights, regulatory corruption, and perhaps the scariest topic of them all… talking to your kids about weed. Grow your brain with the dank insights of guests David Fuhrer, Mira Gonzales, Ricky Fitts, and Doug Terbeek; as well as special “anonymous” marijuana aficionados, Scooter and Vanessa. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Sep 19, 201937:32
S2: Dr. Kevin Sabet Debrief

S2: Dr. Kevin Sabet Debrief

Caitlin and Katie cue up the big questions around Big Cannabis, and discuss the looming corporatization of weed, use and abuse of current systems of distribution, and whether they are pro-legalization or pro-decriminalization. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Sep 16, 201931:50
S2 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Dr. Kevin Sabet
Sep 12, 201930:52
S2 Teaser: Cannabis

S2 Teaser: Cannabis

In this episode Caitlin and Katie prepare to shift worlds and dive head-first into the world of the marijuana industry by teasing some dank content from the upcoming season. Featuring choice audio clippings from guests:  Kevin Sabet, Mira Gonzalez, and Ken Jordan. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “For You and Me” by Robber & Thief

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Sep 09, 201905:22
S1: Up Close & Personal with Courtney Sieloff

S1: Up Close & Personal with Courtney Sieloff

In this final episode of Season 1, guest Courtney Sieloff gives us her candid take on breaking into the world of politics from an economically challenged background, and what it’s really like behind the scenes of a major political campaign. Followed by a conversation by C & K, where they dissect the complicated tribal undertones of class and privilege in America today.  

Guests: Courtney Sieloff

Links: Asana Creative Solutions

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Sep 05, 201938:42
S1: Up Close & Personal with Loryn Wilson Carter

S1: Up Close & Personal with Loryn Wilson Carter

In this important episode we hear guest Loryn Wilson Carter talk about race, space, and coming up black in a white community. Followed by a conversation with C & K, where as white women they unpack their own biases, as well as what they have in common. 

Guests: Loryn Wilson Carter

Links: Loryn’s Blog & Patreon

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Sep 02, 201938:21
S1 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Bill McKibben

S1 *SPECIAL INTERVIEW*: Bill McKibben

In this exclusive one-on-one interview, Katie chats with legendary environmentalist and author of The End of Nature, Bill McKibben, who offers his thoughts on the global warming crisis, what we can do to solve it, and how you just can’t argue with physics. 

Guests: Bill McKibben

Links: BillMcKibben.com; 350.org; The End of Nature

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Aug 29, 201926:46
S1E4 Part II: Let's Get Wonky Debrief

S1E4 Part II: Let's Get Wonky Debrief

In this debrief episode, Caitlin & Katie dig deeper into the themes and issues of S1E4 “Let’s Get Wonky,” including #pumpcasting, passing judgement (and trying to stay safe) in the North Country, plus the things people don’t want to hear about progressive reform. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Aug 19, 201929:51
S1E4 Part I: Let's Get Wonky

S1E4 Part I: Let's Get Wonky

In this episode: Caitlin and Katie talk messaging, image, and what it feels like to be judged (politically and personally), 24-7. Guest Trey Grayson (former director of the Harvard Institute of Politics) offers hope for progress through paying more attention to policy than politics. 

Guests: Trey Grayson

Links: Listen to Trey on AVR

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by BRZOWSKI

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Aug 15, 201931:44
S1E3 Part II: Government Man Debrief

S1E3 Part II: Government Man Debrief

In this debrief episode, Caitlin & Katie dig deeper into the themes and issues of S1E3 “Government Man,” getting real about the flaws and insecurities that make us oh so human. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Aug 12, 201922:27
S1E3 Part I: Government Man

S1E3 Part I: Government Man

In this episode: Caitlin and Katie find that ‘Government Man’ is no stranger to mental health issues. They unpack stigmas around alcoholism and a culture of over-achieving with the help of interviewee Brad Bauman. 

Guests: Brad Bauman

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Aug 08, 201928:51
S1E2 Part II: I'm So Special! Debrief

S1E2 Part II: I'm So Special! Debrief

In this candid “debrief” episode, Caitlin & Katie dig deeper into the themes and issues of S1E2 “I’m So Special!” including tribalism and social media, the tribes you choose versus the tribes chosen for you, and how little people actually know when stepping into the booth on Election Day. 

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Aug 05, 201925:40
S1E2 Part I: I'm So Special!

S1E2 Part I: I'm So Special!

Caitlin and Katie explore a historical and psychological perspective on our current times, and talk Founding Fathers, the Republican judicial takeover, and punk rock political reform with interviewees Dimitri Bam, Carl Hulse (from the NYT), and Scott Goodstein.  

Guests: Dimitri Bam, Carl Hulse, and Scott Goodstein

Links: Confirmation Bias by Carl Hulse; ScottGoodstein.com

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by BRZOWSKI

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Aug 01, 201933:22
S1E1 Part II: Tribal States Debrief

S1E1 Part II: Tribal States Debrief

In this candid “debrief” episode, Caitlin & Katie dig deeper into the themes and issues of S1E1 “Tribal States” including baked-in elitism, the power of the woman-tribe, and why you should never yell at your server.  

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Jul 29, 201919:48
S1E1 Part I: Tribal States

S1E1 Part I: Tribal States

Caitlin and Katie talk tribalism on the campaign trail, Katie offers her takeaways from her 2018 congressional race, and interviewee Kodiak Hill-Davis from Republican Women for Progress offers a unicorn of hope in these increasingly partisan times. 

Guests: Kodiak Hill-Davis

Links: Republican Women for Progress

CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Jul 25, 201930:22
S0E0: The Multiverse - Teaser

S0E0: The Multiverse - Teaser

The Multiverse is a storytelling project about American Identity. From the world of DC politics to the pot industry, the environmental movement to spirituality and religion, we’re exploring origins, interrogating insiders and tapping outsiders while feeding the voyeur in all of us...After all, behind every subculture, tribe or machination of American society is a group of people who eat, shit, fall in love and feel pain, just like you and me. 

Multiverse (noun): a theoretical reality that includes a possibly infinite number of parallel universes.- The Merriam-Webster Dictionary


CREDITS:

Hosted by: Caitlin Scholl and Katie Wilson

Sound Design & Editing by: Ian Carlsen

Mixing & Mastering by: Chris Burns

Opening music: “America” by Bill Callahan

Closing music: “This Land is Your Land” by Caitlin Scholl

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Jul 12, 201904:34