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Hey listeners, here's an update!
We're so sorry but we haven't been able to find a new home for Oh What A Time in time to bring you our new series here on the main feed today. But fear not! As we mention, we are very close.
But don't forget, if you want to hear the start of the new series now plus new bonus episodes too, you can do so over on â Patreon! đ
On our Patreon youâll now find:
- The full archive of bonus episodes
- Brand new bonus episodes each month
- OWAT subscriber group chats
- Loads of extra perks for supporters of the show
- PLUS the first two episodes of our new series (Technophobia and Memorials), which we canât wait to share with you.
Join us at đ patreon.com/ohwhatatime
And as a special thank you, use the code custard for 25% off your first month.
Thanks so much for sticking with us â and apologies we're not back yet. We will be soon!
Chris, Tom & Elis x
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