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Avoid Being Hated - Teaching you to be kind in every situation.

Liz Saunders and Toni Anderson


    • Nov 20, 2017 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 61 EPISODES


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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Listeners: Episode 58

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2017 11:55


    Toni and Liz beg for your forgiveness and discuss all the ways the things they've done that you possibly hate them for....and discuss what's next and how we recover from here!

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Budget: Bonus Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2017 20:41


    Join us as we record LIVE from FinCon 2017!  One of our favorite places because we are face to face and get to see some of our favorite people! Today we are joined by Deacon Hayes from WellKeptWallet.com.  We chat about household finances, challenges and benefits of managing your money.

    Avoid Being Hated in a Hurricane: Episode 57

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2017 35:08


    Liz evacuates to Toni's house which sustains more damage from Irma than her house in Miami.  Hear about how their friendship survived the storm, and Toni's most vulnerable story ever told on a public forum!

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    Avoid Being Hated in the Lumberyard: Episode 56

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2017 32:56


    Chatting with our friend Chris Osborne from the Play Comics podcast about the ins and outs of the lumberyard, something Toni and Liz have no context for.  We learn about sheets of plywood and all the things to avoid, like Pinterest before you go to the yard.

    Avoid Being Hated by a Cuban: Episode 55

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2017 17:23


    A little different from our usual conversations, we are enthralled with the Lectors story of Cuba and America and how El Lectors came to be and how they are continuing on here in the US. Today, Toni and Liz finish of part 2 of our conversation with Marcos Ruiz from the El Lector podcast!

    Avoid Being Hated by a Cuban: Episode 54

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2017 24:27


    This week we are visiting with our friend Marcos about how to note be hated by Cubans.  This is the first part of our two part conversation.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Child'sTeacher: Episode 53

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2017 42:52


    Are you ready for school to begin? Avoid being hated by your child's teacher and listen to this podcast with Jess. In this week's episode she shares insider tips on how to get your kids ready for the school year and how to have a great relationship with their teacher. Take Aways: 1. Make sure bed times and routines are in place before the school year starts. Start practicing a week before school starts so your kids are use to waking up early and going to bed earlier.  2. Read to your kids in the evenings. 3. Introduce yourself to your child's teacher and follow up a few days later with an email. 4. If you do have a problem with your child's teacher, communicate using "I" and always assume the best. 5. If you need to have a conversation with your child's teacher, make an appointment. The carpool line is not the place to have an in depth discussion about your child's grade.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Whole 30 Friends: Episode 52

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2017 30:42


    Liz and Adam have embarked on a 30 day journey to rid their lives of all happiness and joy, otherwise known as the Whole 30 Diet. In this week's episode we chat with Beki, a Whole 30 graduate, and she shares some tips and pointers to help make getting along with your friends easier during this time of sadness. ;-)

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Uber Driver, Part 2: Episode 51

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2017 23:52


    This week they talk with Myk O'Connor, a driver for the ride share company Fasten and host of the Can I Get a Ride podcast to get another perspective. You'll need to take a listen as Myk shares one experience that left Toni speechless. Take Aways: Don't send drunk friends home alone! This is both dangerous for your friend and the driver! You can sit in the front or the back, it's your choice. When you are inside the car, remember to use your inside voices. Remember to tip! Uber allows in app tipping, so make sure you share the love (and the money) with your driver.

    Avoid Being Hated by Your Uber Driver, Part 1: Episode 50

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2017 23:15


    Yay!!!! We made it to our 50th episode! Go us!  Last week Toni & Liz gave their perspective on using ride share companies to get around. This week they talk with Myk O'Connor, a driver for the ride share company Fasten and host of the Can I Get a Ride podcast to get another perspective.

    Avoid Being Hated in Your Uber: Episode 49

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2017 33:08


    Have you ever ridden in an Uber, Lyft, or Taxi? If so you might be able to relate to this week's podcast episode. Liz and Toni are discussing ride sharing etiquette and a few tips for their drivers. Take Aways: Drive assertively, but also safely. Don't kill your passengers, they still have to pay, tip, leave a review at the end of the ride. This isn't the Daytona 500. Take turns at reasonable speeds. We like a car that smells clean... not SCENTED. We also like a car that is clean. You don't have to drive a BMW, but please make an effort to keep the back seat useable.

    Avoid Being Hated by the ER Nurse, Part 2: Episode 48

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2017 23:32


    Finishing up our conversation with Guire about not annoying your ER nurse.  We wander into not annoying other patients and how Toni transports her husband to the ER.  Guire has more good tips about conversation etiquette with your nurse and we finish up with our final take aways.

    Avoid Being Hated by an ER Nurse: Episode 47

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2017 30:17


    What really constitutes an emergency?  Does anyone really like needles and shots?  Do I need to clarify that I do not like shots or needles?  Meet our friend Guire.  He is the ER nurse we all hope to get when we have to visit the ER!  ...and, let's be serious, we've all been there!  Today, we chat all things ER. Take Aways:  Stick with the 1-10 scale.  Don't tell the nurse it's a 12...it doesn't help. Triage is an algorithm of 1-5 emergencies.  You are being skipped for a reason...someone else's emergency is more ....um, urgent! Think of our medical system as one of finite resources.  If you are there for a scrape you will be using a resource that someone else, in more urgent need may need.

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    Avoid Being Hated by a Blogger, Part 2: Episode 46

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2017 19:25


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    Avoid Being Hated by a Blogger, Part 1: Episode 45

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2017 22:09


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    Avoid Being Hated this Summer: Episode 44

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2017 37:17


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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Therapist: Episode 43

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2017 36:10


    Can you be hated by therapist?  Turns out the answer is no, but just in case, you should listen to this episode. And. Who should see a therapist? ...um, everyone.  Hear why.  Today Toni and Liz are joined by Courtney, the QuadFather from the QuadCast and discuss etiquette in counseling sessions and which couch to lay on.

    Avoid Being Hated by a Hero, Part 2: Episode 42

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 19:02


    Finishing up our conversation with Brett from last week, we talk more about his experience.

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    Avoid Being Hated by a Hero, Part 1: Episode 41

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2017 20:18


    Liz and Toni both cry in this episode. Bring your tissues and join us as we chat with Brett.  Brett is a veteran of the US Navy who lost the lower part of his right leg in a heroic act. He has recently competed in Prince Harry’s Invictus Games in both Sitting Volleyball and Swimming where Brett was awarded the Gold medal (Sitting Volleyball) and a Silver medal (Swimming: 200 Relay). Brett is also on the USA Sitting Volleyball team and is eyeing the World Championships next year and the Paralympics in Tokyo in 2020.

    Avoid Being Hated by Your Pool Guy: Episode 40

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2017 23:59


    We are diving into the life of pool guys.  Our friend Paul joins us from the Varmints podcast to chat pool maintenance and the dos and don'ts that go along with having someone clean your pool.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Jewish Friend: Episode 39

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2017 33:48


    Dr. Julie Kinn is a clinical and research psychologist and the co-host of the comedy show The Station Wagon Podcast.  She grew up Jewish and shares her experiences and insights with us this week as she endeavors to raise her kids in the Jewish faith as well. Take aways for this episode: 1. Check your Hebrew tattoo with someone before putting it on your body to make sure it says what you want it to. 2. Respect people's beliefs. Have conversations and listen more than you speak. 3. Don't assume American muslims and jews hate each other.  

    Avoid Being Hated Financially by Your Ex: Episode 38

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2017 23:31


    Financial decision made while you are in a relationship can long outlast that relationship.  A little forethought, planning and communication can alleviate issues later in the relationship, and if the relationship comes to an end.  Our guest today, Sarah Li Cain is a financial story teller who joins us to chat about how to succeed financially in relationships.

    Avoid Being Hated in Text: Episode 37

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2017 27:24


    TEXTING IN CAPS SHOULD BE USED SPARINGLY, LIKE FOR SARCASM AND URGENCY. Liz and Toni discuss this and other useful texting tips to help you be liked in your text threads.

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    Avoid Being Hated at the Movies: Episode 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2017 36:40


    Movies. Sitting in a theater for any amount of time can be fun or trying depending on the people around you.  Being part of an enthusiastic crowd can make your night, but a loud talker who can't follow the plot can ruin the experience.  Liz and Toni chat about the little things you can do to make everyone's experience better, including your own! Take Aways: Buy your tickets ahead of time and avoid the lines!  Using a site, or app like Fandango makes the process quick and painless! Be considerate of those around you.  Turn your phone off, or at least to silent and lower the brightness of your screen for crying out loud! Hang in there for the plot reveal and learn to whisper if you have to ask questions. Pick up your trash. No one wants to wade in or out through your cartons of popcorn. If you have a small bladder, pick your seat accordingly. #PodernFamily moments The One Good Thing podcast comes up while we are discussing the Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez movie "Gigli," because we wonder if there is anything good from this one star wonder. Our very own Lord Saunders co-hosts The Gravity Beard podcast this week.  Their discussion of current events and things that happened on this day in history is riveting. About Liz and Toni: Liz has been to the theater more and more in the past 6 months, while Toni stays home to avoid napping at the theater.  They have varying whisper volumes and are passionate about helping people be kind to one another on all occasions. Join them by subscribing to Avoid Being Hated's email list, and on iTunes.  They would appreciate an honest review.

    Avoid Being Hated by Your Passengers: Episode 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2017 33:26


    Today we tackle a current event because it needs to be talked about.  United has a history of mishandling situations, but more importantly the follow up for these situations.  When a company makes a mistake and forces their customers to pay the price, the issue compounds itself.  The initial United situation could have been handled, even poorly, without the public backlash if they had only used a little common sense in how they handled their customers. Take Aways: Not every United employee would have handled this situation, and are not to blame. Do not take your frustration out on those employees.  Write or tweet United directly. Be kind to our gate agent. Follow Wendy's on Twitter.  United, this means you too. Don't be disingenuous in your apology.  When you make a mistake fix it, own it, apologize sincerely. At the end of the day, we believe United needs to use some common sense in how they treat customers and handle the backlash of a mistake.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Other Parents: Episode 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2017 40:08


    Parenting is difficult.  Dealing with other parents can be too. Toni and Liz discuss the different ideaologies and challenges that go along with parenting. 

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    How to Avoid Being Hated in Traffic: Episode 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2017 32:32


    Today Liz and Toni are joined by Hannah (who Toni can't believe is even old enough to drive) who shares what she's learned during her three hour daily commute.  Take Aways: 1. Don't block the intersection. Seriously people... WHY??? 2. Traffic circles, if you don't know what these are (aka you didn't learn to drive in the Northeast), watch and observe before entering one. It isn't tricky if you do what everyone else is doing.  3. Blinkers don't mean speed up so we can't get over. Also, it's good to use them when you are making a turn so you don't get rear ended.  4. SLOW DOWN. We all get there eventually. 

    Avoid Being Hated on April Fool's Day: Episode 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2017 29:00


    #PodPrank! Enjoy and have a Happy April Fool's Day!  ~ Liz and Toni

    Avoid Being Hated at a Restaurant: Episode 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2017 41:18


    Waitresses, hostesses and guests.  Liz and Toni spend time talking about the easy ways you can avoid being hated. at a restaurant.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Neighbor: Episode 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2017 31:51


    Toni is out sick! Ack!  Thankfully, The Toph from The Gravity Beard podcast joins Liz for an episode about being a good neighbor. Some of our favorites? Don't' be a weird room mate. Don't speed through the neighborhood streets. Don't be inconsiderate with noisy activities and animals!

    Avoid Being Hated by Your IT Guy: Episode 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2017 26:03


    Today Liz and Toni are joined by Mark Norman.  Mark runs an IT Consulting firm in Miami, Florida where he provides white glove service to high end clients. We learned lots of useful tips on things to do before calling technical support, AND information to have handy when you do make the call. Take Aways: Reboot your computer.  It really is a remedy.  There are scripts and things that run when the computer starts up that are designed to fix things. (that's the non-technical explanation....haha) If you are calling a friend for help, try Googling your issue or asking someone else in the office before you call IT. Pay attention to the problem you need solved.  The more information you have when you talk to IT, the easier it will be for them to solve your issue. Don't be that guy. Seriously.

    Avoid Being Hated by Your Wardrobe: Episode 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2017 33:02


    Kelly Snyder joins Toni and Liz to discuss wardrobes, clothes and the dos and don'ts of how we dress. Kelly Snyder is the author and founder of AdoreYourWardrobe.com. Adore Your Wardrobe helps women solve the dilemma of having a closet full of clothes, but feeling like they have nothing to wear. Through principles based on math and science, Kelly teaches how women how to dress their individual bodies the best way possible. She holds in-depth course four times a year in January, March, May and August.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Realtor: Episode 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2017 38:36


    Ray Wood joins Liz and Toni to discuss real estate and how to avoid being hated by your realtor.  After discussing our love for all things realty we learned how to prep the house before a sale and to always knock before looking at a house you'd like to buy.  

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    Avoid Being Hated at Theme Parks: Episode 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2017 30:53


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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Podcast Editor: Episode 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2017 30:42


    Joined by Adam, Lord Saunders, Liz and Toni discuss the annoying things we do when recording the podcast that audio engineers have to adjust and cut out.

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    Avoid Being Hated at a Sporting Event: Episode 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2017 23:29


      Show Notes: Toni and Liz discuss their love of Florida sports and how to avoid being hated when you attend a sporting event either live or in someone's home. Take Aways: Remember to bring your manners to the stadium or arena. Avoid drinking too much, swearing too much, and SIT IN YOUR ASSIGNED SEAT. (All caps for emphasis- from Toni) The world does not end if your team loses. No one likes a sore loser, or a gloating winner. If you are watching an event at someone's house, offer to bring a snack or drinks, or both. Clean up after yourself. You might not be invited back to watch the game on the 72 inch HD television if you leave a gigantic mess. About The Liz & Toni: Liz is a diehard Miami Hurricanes fan and Toni is a diehard Florida State Seminoles fan. In spite of their college football differences they are still able to maintain a friendship except for that one day of the year when the teams play each other. Then all bets are off.  Liz and Toni are passionate about helping people be kind to one another on all occasions (except when the Hurricanes play the Seminoles). Join them by subscribing to Avoid Being Hated's email list, and on iTunes.  They would appreciate an honest review. Credits: Audio post production by Lord Saunders Music: Actionable – Bensound

    Avoid Being Hated by Your Spouse: Episode 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2017 26:00


    The Toph from the Gravity Beard podcast joins Liz and Toni to discuss how to avoid being hated by your spouse.  What are some of the challenges that commonly face married couples throughout a marriage?  Toph give us the male perspective and how he keeps the romance alive. Take Aways: Listen. Learn to listen.  You don't always have to solve the problem, sometimes your spouse just needs to be heard. Keep the romance alive.  Bring home flowers and continue to date your spouse. Rescue.  Men, sometimes your wife needs to be rescued from kids and house life.  Rescue her. Budget.  Have budget meetings.  Money is the number one source of marital fights.  Have a budget, talk about the budget and stick to the budget. About The Toph: The Toph hosts the Gravity Beard podcast where he, and sometimes friends, talk about sports, entertainment, current news, daily life and whatever is interesting. He has been married for 9 years and has 3 kids.  He has become quick friends with Toni and Liz, so you can expect to hear more from him in the future.  ABH recently did a guest appearance on the Gravity Beard podcast.

    Avoid Being Hated by Your Accountant: Episode 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2017 33:22


    Eric Nisall joins Liz and Toni to discuss all the ways we annoy our accountants....okay, we did try to avoid being hated while doing the interview so we didn't bring up all the things we do for our accountants.  Eric brings a voice of reason to the accounting conversation we we talked about deductions and timelines. Take Aways: Ask questions when hiring a new accountant. Interview them and find someone who specializes in your area.  Not every accountant is an expert in every area. Make sure the preparer form is attached and they are signing the tax return so they are accountable for their work. Ask how they are getting paid. Going to places with high volume and general services may mean that you miss out on more specialized deductions. The more organized your records, the less you spend.  There is a direct correlation. Pay your accountant on time. Do NOT call the day after submitting your paperwork to ask if the return is done.

    Avoid Being Hated by a Single Mom: Episode 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2017 26:26


    Liz and Toni chat with Kim Sorgius, single mother of four.  You can find her at NotConsumed.com.

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    Avoid Being Hated by a Professor: Episode 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2017 36:12


    Meghan Martinez joins Liz and Toni again to discuss some of the little things that can irritate a professor.  Want a good grade? Make sure you don't tick your professor off and set yourself up for a rough semester!

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    Avoid Being Hated by Resolutions: Episode 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2016 13:19


    Resolutions and goal setting for the new year.  Do it well!  Set goals that are lofty, that can be broken into bite size pieces and measured to show your progress!

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    Avoid Being Hated at Christmas: Episode 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2016 37:19


    Christmas is here and we are announcing our contest winner along with chatting about performances, travel and cards. Send Toni a card!

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    Avoid Being Hated by Your Event Planner: Episode 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2016 38:20


    Toni and Liz discuss the work they have done as event planners.  The funny stories and the challenging moments.  

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    Avoid Being Hated by Fast Food Workers: Episode 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2016 24:21


    Drive thru or walk up. Fast food workers have seen it all. Today we discuss the unique challenges of dealing with the pubic from the fast food cash register.

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    Avoid Being Hated on the Internet: Episode 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2016 34:16


    Is this even possible?  Why yes. Yes it is?  Do I have to stay offline forever? No. You can participate in the online conversation and still be loved by your friends and family members.  Liz and Toni chat about proper online etiquette and how to manage with people you love, and keep them loving you!

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    Avoid Being Hated on Black Friday: Black Friday Bonus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2016 30:29


    Black Friday. To shop or not to shop.  That is the question.  Do you head out and brave the crowds?  Today we visit with Andrew Bartlett, long time retailer who has managed 12 Black Fridays.  Take some time with us today to consider what's worth the wait, and how to manage the crowds!

    Avoid Being Hated on Thanksgiving: Episode 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2016 39:23


    Liz and Toni chat about family gatherings, hosting people and visiting another turkey get together. They also discuss Toni's love for turkey carcass Santa's sleighs.

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    Avoid Being Hated by a Fire Wife: Episode 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2016 32:59


    Show Notes: Today Liz and Toni chat with Lori Mercer about how to avoid being hated by a fire wife. Chances are you probably know someone who is the spouse of a first responder and they face many unique challenges. Lori provides insight into how we can better serve our first responder community. Take aways Consider the wife of the firefighter while on shift.  Be compassionate towards her while the only parent at home and try to understand the emotional stress. Give them their space when they are off work. Be respectful of their "off time." Don't take advantage of their passion to want to help people. About Lori: Lori Mercer is the co-founder of 24-7 COMMITMENT. Married for 13 years to Dan, a full-time firefighter, Lori is a wife, mother, and executive director of 24-7 COMMITMENT. Between running 4 kids from school to sports to activities, firefighting, and heading a national nonprofit, Lori and Dan still make each other a priority. Find Lori online: 247commitment.org Facebook Twitter Instagram Credits: Audio post production by Lord Saunders Music: Actionable – Bensound

    Avoid Being Hated on Election Day: Episode 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2016 26:25


    Toni and Liz join Josh Elledge to discuss election day and etiquette at the polls.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Johnson Supporters: Episode 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2016 23:18


    Jacob Brad Johnson joins Liz and Toni as they discuss Gary Johnson and Bill Weld supporters.

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    Avoid Being Hated by Hillary Supporters: Episode 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2016 32:50


    Tackling the second week of our pre-election series with Meghan Martinez, we discuss Hillary supporters and how to be nice to them.

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