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Ep. 39: Silly Socks & Trap Lords (w/Zack Kirkland & Eddie Bower)
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One is the young founder of a local non-profit who delivers gift bags to young hospital patients. The other is a local filmmaker who's released his latest comedy flick. Learn all about Zack Kirkland and Eddie Bower as they join us this episode.
Chattin on the Ridge is a collaboration with The Daily Ridge at dailyridge.com
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