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    May 17, 2020
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    #326 While We Weren’t Looking
    In the face of a global pandemic, it’s hard to focus on anything else.
    Jesse Brown
    Host & Publisher
    Andréa Schmidt
    Managing Editor, Podcasts

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    Three journalists tell us stories that have broken on their beat that you might’ve missed, but could have far-reaching consequences.

    This episode is brought to you by SquareSpace and PolicyMe.

    Additional music:

    “Here’s Where Things Get Interesting” by Lee Rosevere

    “Breathing Out” by Mid-Air Machine

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