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Each weekday Greg McElroy and Cole Cubelic deliver college football’s number one program featuring some of the top names in the sport.  The show features fan interaction, news from the sports world, and a lot of fun. McElroy and Cubelic in The Morning is

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    • Aug 12, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 5,498 EPISODES

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    The McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning podcast is a must-listen for any college football fan. With hosts Cole Cubelic and Greg McElroy, this show brings together two incredibly knowledgeable and intelligent broadcasters who provide insightful discussions on the ever-changing landscape of college football. As a fan of the show, I appreciate their perspectives and the unique insights they bring from their experiences playing at a high level.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the depth of knowledge that both Cole and Greg possess. They provide intelligent analysis and break down games, strategies, and player performances in a way that is both informative and entertaining. Whether it's discussing game plans, evaluating players, or predicting outcomes, they always bring a well-informed perspective to the table. Additionally, their chemistry as co-hosts is evident, creating an enjoyable dynamic that keeps listeners engaged.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its focus on football rather than unnecessary drama or controversy. Unlike other sports shows where callers dominate with vitriolic comments, The McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning stays true to its mission of providing valuable football discussion. The hosts prioritize insightful conversation about the sport itself, allowing listeners to gain a deeper understanding of the game without being distracted by unnecessary noise.

    While there are many positive aspects to this podcast, one potential drawback is its tendency to often reference Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M as villains. While I understand that these references may be made in jest or for entertainment purposes, some listeners may find it repetitive or tiresome after a while. However, I believe that overall this does not significantly detract from the quality of content provided by Cole and Greg.

    In conclusion, The McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning podcast is an excellent choice for fans seeking intelligent information about college football. With hosts who have played at a high level themselves, listeners can trust that they are getting expert analysis from individuals who truly understand the game. Their ability to provide unique perspectives, their chemistry as co-hosts, and their focus on football make this show a standout in the sports podcast industry. I highly recommend giving it a listen if you want to stay informed and entertained in the world of college football.



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    Are you buying the OU, A&M, and LSU hype? | Charlie Potter updates Bama camp | Connor Riley talks Georgia camp | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 47:27


    Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with Connor Riley, from Dawg Nation, telling us the latest from Georgia's fall camp; then, the guys discuss more teams we should slow down on; later, Charlie Potter, who covers Alabama for BamaOnLine, says what separation he's seen between Keelon Russell & Austin Mack, where the team is at this point in fall camp, and what he hopes to learn after the upcoming scrimmage; and finally, Cole & Greg like what Kane Wommack & the defense have done during Fall Camp. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Charlie Potter, who covers Alabama for BamaOnLine, tells McElroy & Cubelic what separation he's seen between Keelon Russell & Austin Mack, where the team is at this point in fall camp, and what he hopes to learn after the upcoming scrimmage

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 15:25


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Connor Riley, from Dawg Nation, tells McElroy & Cubelic the latest from Georgia's fall camp

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 12:09


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How the College Football Playoff format SHOULD look | Hyped teams we should under sell | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 47:33


    The 8am hour of Wednesday's Mac & Cube kept on with a determination of which College Football Playoff format is ideal; then, listeners weigh in on how the Playoff format SHOULD look; later, fan "favorite" Golden Domer issues a proclamation on Notre Dame & his kilt; and finally, Cole & Greg go over the teams with a bunch of hype we should probably slow down on. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Team photos OVERREACTION | Do we care about SEC vs. Big Ten | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 47:43


    Wednesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with a surprising discussion on the team pictures of Alabama & Auburn because now that's a thing; then, do we actually care if the SEC or Big Ten is the better conference; and later, listeners chime in with their thoughts on the relevance of conference supremacy. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Alabama fall camp updates | Texas fall camp updates | Austin Price updates Tennessee's fall camp | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 47:37


    Tuesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube kept on with Austin Price, who covers Tennessee for On3, telling us what'll happen with the Arion Carter suspension, how Jim Knowles has established his defense, and why a starter should be named fairly soon; then, we update the latest from Alabama's fall camp; later, Cole & Greg get into Texas's fall camp and how the Longhorns should look in 2026; and finally, another set of Bad Box Scores of the Day close out this Tuesday. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Austin Price, who covers Tennessee for On3, tells McElroy & Cubelic what'll happen with the Arion Carter suspension, how Jim Knowles has established his defense, and why a starter should be named fairly soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 14:03


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SEC vs Big Ten - who's best | Heather Dinich talks 20-team Playoff | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 47:50


    The 8am hour of Tuesday's Mac & Cube saw Heather Dinich, from ESPN, tell us about the discussions surrounding a 20-team Playoff, why access is the reason for all the changes, and what to expect from this CFP committee; then, the guys look at the top of the SEC and Big Ten to look for differences; later, Cole & Greg debate if the SEC or Big Ten is the better conference this season; and finally, we pose the question - Would you rather your team have stability or reach their ceiling over 10 years. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What's wrong with a 12-team Playoff | 9-game conference schedule screwing SEC?! | McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 47:53


    Tuesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with the debate on whether or not the 20-team College Football Playoff is the right way to go; then, listeners weigh in with their thoughts on what's wrong with a 12-team CFP; later, is the extra conference game for the SEC dooming their Playoff chances; and finally, Cole can't handle one person's thoughts on how Alabama could've won against Indiana. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Heather Dinich, from ESPN, tells McElroy & Cubelic about the discussions surrounding a 20-team Playoff, why access is the reason for all the changes, and what to expect from this CFP committee

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 13:45


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Recapping Auburn's fall camp | Phil Steele previews the season| Jay Tate on Auburn camp| Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 47:53


    Monday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube saw Phil Steele, publisher of Phil Steele's College Football Preview, tell us why he's high on Auburn & Alex Golesh, which teams he feels will be the most improved, if Alabama is flying under the radar, and why only 7-8 teams could ultimately win it all; then, Cole & Greg give their thoughts on Auburn's fall camp; later, Jay Tate, who covers Auburn for On3 Sports, says whether or not the team is actually soft, what newcomers have stood out at Auburn's fall camp, and who's in the QB room after Byrum Brown; and finally, the guys wonder if the proposed 20-team Playoff is the best option. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jay Tate, who covers Auburn for On3 Sports, tells McElroy & Cubelic whether or not the team is actually soft, what newcomers have stood out at Auburn's fall camp, and who's in the QB room after Byrum Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 9:29


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Phil Steele, publisher of Phil Steele's College Football Preview, tells McElroy & Cubelic why he's high on Auburn & Alex Golesh, which teams he feels will be the most improved, if Alabama is flying under the radar, and why only 7-8 teams could u

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 16:03


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Recapping Alabama's fall camp | Viral highlights changing CFB perceptions | Nick Kelly talks Alabama | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 47:37


    The 8am hour of Monday's Mac & Cube started off with a recap of Alabama fall camp; then, Cole & Greg are annoyed that viral highlights are changing everyone's perceptions of certain teams; later, Nick Kelly, who covers Alabama for AL.com, tells us what he learned from the team during Alabama Media Day, why Adrian Klemm is the most important person on this Bama roster, and what's the latest in the QB battle; and finally, the guys breakdown the new-look offenses we'll see this fall. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Nick Kelly, who covers Alabama for AL.com, tells McElroy & Cubelic what he learned from the team during Alabama Media Day, why Adrian Klemm is the most important person on this Bama roster, and what's the latest in the QB battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 12:42


    "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Is Auburn soft?! | Can cut NFL players return to CFB | Paul Finebaum talks SEC | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 47:33


    Monday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with a look into whether or not recently cut NFL players could join CFB rosters; then, Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells us whether or not Alex Golesh is soft for having his team stay at a hotel during fall camp, what frustrations & doubts he has around Kalen DeBoer, and if there's a future for the Protect College Sports Act; later, Cole & Greg try to figure out if Auburn has gone soft; and finally, as Cole finally get in on "The Pitt," toe guys discuss their most painful injuries. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paul Finebaum, from the SEC Network, tells McElroy & Cubelic whether or not Alex Golesh is soft for having his team stay at a hotel during fall camp, what frustrations & doubts he has around Kalen DeBoer, and if there's a future for the Protect C

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 11:13


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    What do teams need to learn in fall camp | Biggest CFB villains | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 47:31


    Friday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube started off with a debate on whether or not Alabama & Notre Dame have proven, repeatable production; then, the guys lay out what they want the teams to learn in fall camp; and later, we figure out who were the biggest College Football villains of all-time. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ceiling & Floor for Alabama and Auburn in '26 | McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 47:35


    The 8am hour of Friday's Mac & Cube continued with everyone weighing in on the floor and ceiling for both Alabama and Auburn. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Alabama & Auburn look after first few days of practice | McElroy & Cubelic

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 47:44


    Friday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube kicked off with a recap of first football game of this season & whether or not we should believe in Carson Beck & Haynes King; then, the guys go over how they feel about Auburn after the first few days fall camp; later, we do the same for Alabama & their early practices in Tuscaloosa; and finally, listeners have questions regarding what both teams will look like. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Alabama players you NEED to know | Wimp Sanderson backs Curt Cignetti | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 47:23


    Thursday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube saw Wimp Sanderson, former men's basketball coach at Alabama, tell us why Curt Cignetti & Indiana have the perfect scheduling philosophy, and why players must listen to coaches; then, Greg finishes his list of players from each SEC school you need to know before the season starts - including Alabama; later, and listeners chime in with their thoughts on new players in the conference. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

     Wimp Sanderson, former men's basketball coach at Alabama, tells McElroy & Cubelic why Curt Cignetti & Indiana have the perfect scheduling philosophy, and why players must listen to coaches 

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 18:13


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    Players from each SEC team you NEED to know | McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 46:57


    The 8am hour of Thursday's Mac & Cube continued with people wanting something simple from the future starting QBs in the SEC; and then later, Greg goes over players from each school you need to know before the season starts. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What will decide Alabama's QB competition | SEC vs. Big Ten debate finally answered | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 47:30


    Thursday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube began with a breakdown of Alabama's QB competition and what you should be looking for; then, the debate of SEC vs. Big Ten gets settled once & for all (for now); later, Greg explains why the Coaches Poll is probably the best indicator ahead of the season; and finally, a reminder that the Coaches Poll is NOT media driven. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Alabama will finish in 2026 | McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 46:56


    Wednesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube got underway with a game-by-game breakdown of Alabama's schedule and how the Tide will fare in 2026; then, we get reaction to our thoughts on Alabama's 2026 predictions; and later, the guys point out how every team in the SEC is relatively close to each other. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Auburn will finish 2026 | McElroy & Cubelic in the Morning

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 46:46


    The 8am hour of Wednesday's Mac & Cube kept on with a game-by-game breakdown of Auburn's schedule and how the Tigers will fare in 2026; later, listeners weigh in with their reaction to our Auburn predictions; and finally, Damian gets challenged to a friendly bet involving Auburn going 8-4. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Preseason Rankings are flawed | Why it's harder than ever to win a natty | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 47:51


    Wednesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with an explanation of why preseason rankings are, and always have been, flawed; then, Greg gets into the major reasons why it's harder than ever to put together any type of Top-25 list; and finally, we say why it's harder than ever to win a national title. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Auburn & Alabama trending upward | Expectations for the SEC | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 47:24


    Tuesday's 9am hour of Mac & Cube kept on with a look at how both Alabama and Auburn seem to be trending upward heading into 2026; then, we point out that Texas appears to be all-in for this season; later, listeners weigh in with what expectations are for various SEC squads; and finally, the guys say how about half the league COULD win the SEC...but that's not the case throughout the rest of CFB. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What we want to see from fall camp - Auburn, Texas, Tennessee | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 47:45


    The 8am hour of Tuesday's Mac & Cube saw Greg, despite being a Dodgers fan, feeling a little miffed that the Dodgers are assembling the Avengers and it feels unfair; then, the guys lay out what they're looking forward to see in fall camp from Texas and Tennessee; later, Greg points out what got Auburn got last year and what needs to be addressed in fall camp; and finally, the margins are so thin for teams to either be okay, or good, or great. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Stop doubting Kalen DeBoer | Recruiting rankings are broken | Greg vs. airline travel | Mac & Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 48:01


    Tuesday's 7am hour of Mac & Cube started off with a recap of the travel woes that everyone experienced ; then, Greg explains why everyone down on Kalen DeBoer has got it all wrong; later, the guys lay out why recruiting the 5-stars today isn't what it's used to be; and finally, listeners weigh in with their thoughts on Kalen DeBoer "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MLB Trade Deadline updates| Titan Up Power Hour| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 44:28


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    WHO will be QB1 for some teams in the SEC?| Keelon Russell a TOP 3 QB IN THE SEC?? (potentially)| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 44:48


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    Protect College Sports Act good to go? | Paul Finebaum on Bama and Auburn 2026 outlook| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 44:11


    Paul Finebaum of the SEC Network and host of "The Paul Finebaum Show" tells McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning the latest on Protect College Sports Act and the expectations for Alabama and Auburn this fall!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 13:20


    Wait a minute...watching football is BORING?? | Ian Fitzsimmons talks Big Ten| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 45:58


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    NCAA is a joke!| Protect College Sports Act with Steven Godfrey| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 45:55


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    Steven Godfrey of Yahoo Sports joins McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning to discuss the Protect College Sports Act and how the NCAA has played themselves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 22:54


    Are we downplaying Indiana's greatness?| James Larsen on UFL taking our Birmingham Stallions away| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 46:29


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    James Larsen of Pro Football Newsroom tells McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning the loss of the Birmingham Stallions and what the future will look like for the UFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 17:18


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    Wild MLB stats with Wimp Sanderson| Evan Vieth tells us what Texas is up to? | Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 45:16


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    Evan Vieth of "Inside Texas" tells McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning what the Texas Longhorns expect in 2026 and what the future of the Longhorns looks like in potential revenue initiatives

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 11:49


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    Former Alabama men's basketball head coach Wimp Sanderson joins McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning to discuss the outlook on the 2026 season and why offensive line makeup is so important

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 16:29


    SEC Mike says WHO is a CFP contender? | Birmingham Stallions are gone| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 43:00


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    Michael Bratton from "That SEC Podcast" joins McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning to discuss what the SEC could look like in 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 15:42


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    Is the NCAA out to get Tennessee?| Jersey patches changing the game| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 45:51


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    Adam Sparks of the Knoxville News Sentinel tells McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning the latest on Tennessee LB Arion Carter's suspension by the NCAA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 14:28


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    "Are you tough?" continued| Brandon Marcello on Save College Sports Act| Ben Garrett talks Ole Miss lawsuit| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 45:51


    Ben Garrett, who covers Ole Miss for The Spirit of Ole Miss, tells McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning the details on the Rebels legal course of action against LSU players that left

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 14:29


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    Brandon Marcello of CBS Sports tells McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning the latest on the "Saving College Sports Act" and previews the CFB season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 12:58


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    Brett Ciancia, owner of Pick Six Previews, joins McElroy and Cubelic in the Morning to share his thoughts on the CFB outlook for the 2026 season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 15:55


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    ARE YOU TOUGH?| Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews talks CFB preseason| Mac and Cube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 45:23


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