Episode 3: How well do you know what Americans think? Or, we’re all being played.

February 18, 2026 00:13:16
Episode 3: How well do you know what Americans think? Or, we’re all being played.
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Episode 3: How well do you know what Americans think? Or, we’re all being played.

Feb 18 2026 | 00:13:16

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Think of this as a test. Sorry about the cryptic episode title, but saying too much will be a spoiler.

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