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In this episode, Mr. Greene shares his story with the Black Dinosaurs.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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In this episode, rain pours down on the clubhouse and the Black Dinosaurs ask for answers from Mr. Greene.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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In this first episode of our brand new book, we meet Rico, Ziggy, Rashawn, and Jerome, who are just starting their summer break. At the end of the chapter, they discover something that will change all their plans.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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In this episode, Mable tries to travel to the moon, inspired by the stories her sick grandma has told her. She journeys through the stars, getting some help along the way from constellations, on her quest to touch the moon.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool.

And for a special treat, the author of Impossible Moon, Breanna J. McDaniel, comes back to share why she decided to write the book. Breanna is an author, researcher, and doctor who focuses on education and representation in youth literature. Which is a really fancy way of saying that she cares about learning and characters in books a whole lot - as we all should!

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In this episode, we learn about two best friends, David and Malcolm, who each share the story of their family traditions. They discover that they both have times at the dinner table each week where food brings people, ideas, and cultures together.

This book has two readers: Candace Bazemore and Gabrielle Leon Spatt, who are also the two authors! Candace and Gabby met through an organization called the Junior League of Atlanta, a group that inspires leaders to make a difference in their community. They were inspired by John Lewis, a leader who very much made a difference in his community. Other than writing books, Candace is an expert in technology and marketing (spreading the word!) and Gabby helps people build their businesses or community organizations. You can learn more about them and Shabbat and Sunday Dinner at inourtradition.com.

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This episode takes us on a trip through Atlanta, exploring the sights, sounds, and stories of the city so that we may take it with us, wherever we go.

Atlanta, My Home Was a 2022 Mayor's Summer Reading Club selection, commissioned by our friends at the Alliance Theatre.

The person reading the story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Breanna J. McDaniel, an author, researcher, and doctor who focuses on education and representation in youth literature. Which is a really fancy way of saying that she cares about learning and characters in books a whole lot - as we all should! Breanna grew up in College Park and East Point, which makes Atlanta her home. And that makes sense because she wrote this book, Atlanta, My Home. How cool is that?

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Anisa’s International Day is here!

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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Anisa makes her apology of action and decides to do something special for the International Day.

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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Anisa discovers she's made a big mistake!

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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At lunchtime, Anisa uses a survey to help decide what makes a good friend. It reminds her of a baking recipe, how all the perfect ingredients are needed in order for things to be just right.

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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Anisa's class discovers a way to make a tough decision using math, and Anisa wonders if this might help her decide what to bring for International Day.

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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Anisa gets to school, excited to show her mendhi to Katie and share her Ingenious Idea for International Day.. when something happens that changes her mind about a lot of things!

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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In this episode, the Black Dinosaurs start their campout at the clubhouse and discover that Blackasaurus is missing! That's not the only surprise that appears in the night..

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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Anisa visits Sana Khala, her aunt, at a dholki (a celebration held before a wedding). Anisa gets her mehndi done - that's a type of henna dye on her hands that is like a temporary tattoo - when she realizes what she can bring for International Day!

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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All the students in Miss Torres' class bring in their International Day activities: crepes, origami, and empanadas. But when Prerna says she's bringing in samosas, Anisa is left without an idea!

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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In this episode, Anisa discovers her Ingenious Idea for International Day.

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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Inspired by Anisa's kurta, Miss Torres decides that the class will host an International Day, where each student will bring in food or an activity from a place they're connected to. What will Anisa bring in?

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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In this first episode of our brand new book, we meet Anisa and learn about her love of turtles, turquoise, and art! Anisa gets a package from her grandmother which contains a kurta (a flowy kind of shirt), a gharaha (a clothing set for fancy occasions), and a shalwar kameez (traditional dress).

The person reading this story is Reem Faruqi, who is also the author of this book! Reem lives in Atlanta and has written a lot of different books - she also loves doodling, photography, plants, and wearing the color blue.

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In which Christopher Robin gives a Pooh party, and we say good-bye*.

*until the next episode and a new book!

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Piglet is entirely surrounded by water.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Christopher Robin leads an "expotition" to the North Pole.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Kanga and Baby Roo come to the forest, and Piglet has a bath.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Eeyore has a birthday and gets two presents.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In this episode, the Black Dinosaurs call an emergency meeting to go over what they've found. Ziggy proves that he really is a spy for the FB of I when he shares his clues. The boys decide on what they'll do next to try to solve the case.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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In which Piglet meets a Heffalump.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Eeyore loses a tail and Pooh finds one.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Pooh and Piglet go hunting and nearly catch a Woozle!

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In which Pooh goes visiting and gets into a tight place.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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It's time for a new book! A classic and a favorite: Winnie-the-Pooh, by A.A. Milne. This is the first chapter, in which we are introduced to Winnie-the-Pooh and Christopher Robin (and the narrator, and some bees!) and learn all about a love for honey.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Adán Bean: poet, emcee, writer, host, and all around person who uses his voice to entertain, enlighten, and enliven. His work has shown up on albums and stages, and in songs, films, TV shows, and lots more. When we grow up, we want to be like Adán Bean.

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In our final episode of Ways to Make Sunshine, Ryan gets some unexpected news - first, at the Fourth Grade Talent Show, and then at home. Listen in to hear what happens!

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, Ryan and her friends find ways to make sunshine on a rainy day.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, Ryan meets a very talented classmate and searches for something to perform at the fourth grade talent show.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, Ryan goes to her best friend's pool party, in a new neighborhood, after promising her mom she wouldn't go swimming.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, Ryan's Grandma comes over to do her hair for Easter.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, Jerome and Rico both continue to find clues on the mystery, getting closer and closer to the story behind the buried bones.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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In this episode, Ryan and her family move into their new house.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, Ryan and Ray get some news, over ice cream.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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A brand new book! We're excited to meet Ryan Hart in "Ways to Make Sunshine" by Renée Watson. In this chapter, we learn how Ryan got her name.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Amena Brown: poet, author, storyteller, host, and so much more.. meaning that you might see her on stage, in a bookstore or library, or on podcasts or other shows. She's one of the coolest people we know.

Here in The Podcast Where They Read Stories, we're presenting the abridged version of "Ways to Make Sunshine." If you enjoy these selected chapters, we hope you'll find the full story wherever you check out, read, or listen to books.

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In this episode, we hear the story of a young girl overcoming her fear of the dark by listening to her heart.

Do You Love the Dark? Was a 2021 Mayor's Summer Reading Club selection, commissioned by our friends at the Alliance Theatre.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Maya Lawrence, a multidisciplinary artist. That means she's an expert in theater, performance, and poetry, bringing words and emotions to life through creativity, curiosity and compassion. She is also the author of Do You Love the Dark?, making her an expert in book-writing, too!

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In this chapter (our very last chapter of our very first book), Elmer finds the dragon!

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer has to find a way to cross the river.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer meets a gorilla. And an upset gorilla, at that!

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer meets a lion. And an upset lion at that.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer meets a rhinoceros. And a very upset rhinoceros, at that.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer meets some tigers.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this episode, the Black Dinosaurs start to look for clues! Rashawn gets some very interesting information from his dad that might be connected to the Buried Bones Mystery.

The person reading this story in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is T-Mo Goodie, a rapper from the very important and legendary music group Goodie Mob. The music that T-Mo made told stories about Atlanta and the South - it quickly spread far and wide, inspiring many other artists. All that is to say: lots and lots of people love T-Mo, because he's really, really, really cool. Sky high, sky high.

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In this chapter, Elmer finds the river. And, as you can imagine, eats a lot more tangerines.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer makes it to the port of Cranberry and then to the shores of Tangerina. 

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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In this chapter, Elmer learns about the place known as Wild Island.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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Here we are! Welcome to The Podcast Where They Read Stories. So glad you’re here!

In this chapter, our first Official Episode of The Podcast, we meet Elmer Elevator and he meets a cat. The cat then gives Elmer some very important information.

The person reading the stories in this episode of The Podcast Where They Read Stories is Jon Goode: poet, storyteller, writer, and playwright. In addition to appearing on a bunch of television shows, he was also nominated for an Emmy, which is one of the fanciest awards in the whole wide world.

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