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Knocks, Loans, and Lessons

Ep. 9

In the latest episode of the Are We Old? podcast, Mike and Charles dive into their excitement for the upcoming Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight. They also discuss the curious case of 18-year-olds being able to take out student loans, and the lack of financial literacy in schools—something they both wish they'd learned back in the day. Plus, they tackle fan mail, answer burning questions, and more!

Tune in for laughs, some hard truths, and more moments that’ll make you wonder, “Am I aging gracefully… or just aging?” Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review, and follow us on social media for more comedic takes on the trials and tribulations of getting older!

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