🤪The Design Behind the Artificial Insanity😵‍💫

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This second half of the Filter Feeders AI deep dive peels back the circuits on the big questions: Is AI threatening our creativity, or is it just another tool? Ollie and Vinny unpack the art, the ethics, and the existential dilemmas — from AI-enhanced films to machine-generated poetry that almost passes the Turing test. It’s a glitchy, glitchy world out there, and we’re decoding it together.

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🎧 Episode Highlights:

[00:34–08:19] – 🎬 AI in Film: Oscar buzz, accent controversies, and digital deception

[08:19–16:08] – 🧠 Jobs, Tools, and the Knowledge Shift: Is AI enhancing or replacing us?

[16:08–24:03] – 📚 Education in the AI Era: Academic bans, resistance, and adaptation

[24:03–32:36] – 🧪 Cognition vs Convenience: Outsourcing thought or unlocking potential?

[32:36–40:31] – ✍️ Creative Writing & Soul: Screenplays, sonnets, and the Nick Cave paradox

[40:31–48:59] – 🧬 Authenticity & AI Art: Can machines be truly creative — and should we care?

[48:59–57:29] – 🩺 Healthcare and Autonomy: AI diagnostics and the future of care

[57:29–01:05:20] – 🔮 The Next Evolution: From predicting to planning — what’s still missing?

[01:05:20–01:13:06] – 🤔 What Is Intelligence?: Dogs, dishwashers, and domain-specific smarts

[01:13:06–01:21:44] – 🪞 Poetic Mirrors & Collective Minds: Human vs AI reflection, and the final glitchy bow

🔗 Delve Deeper:

The Red Hand Files – Nick Cave on AI – Nick Cave’s poetic take on machine creativity

Daniel Kahneman – Thinking, Fast and Slow – Cognitive models that inspired Ollie’s take

AI in UK Pharmacies – How AI diagnostics are shaping NHS walk-in care

🗝 Key Takeaway

AI can create, reflect, and assist — but understanding how and why we use it defines whether it empowers or endangers us 🤯

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🦿🧠 Let's Reboot The Way We Think About AI 👩‍💻🦾

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Think AI is a modern marvel? In this episode of Filter Feeders, Ollie and Vinny dig deep into the surprising history of artificial intelligence. From ancient automata to Renaissance-era “thinking” machines and even scandalous chess-playing hoaxes, they trace AI’s roots long before algorithms ruled the world. It’s a mind-expanding ride through the tech you didn’t know was AI all along — and a sharp look at how we still misunderstand it today.

🎙️Episode Summary:

[09:56–15:21] — 🧱The Foundations of AI: Broadening and reframing what we mean by "Artificial Intelligence"

[15:22–20:17] — 🐶 From Clippy to Shakey: Early chatbots, robot dogs, and the dawn of reasoning machines

[27:16–30:28] — 🧃 Gen AI & The Milk Carton Paradox: Generative tech hype and why not every “AI” is new

[32:29–37:00] — ⚙️ Transformers Explained: What GPT really stands for and how transformer models changed everything

[38:26–41:08] — 💥 The Data Dilemma: NLP, deep learning, dataset controversies, and racist chatbots

[43:42–46:49] — 🛡 Ethics vs. Innovation: Who should govern AI safety, and how moderation affects creativity

[50:50–62:54] — 🎥 Pop Culture & Fear: How HAL, iRobot, and film tropes fuel public paranoia about AI

[63:29–66:45] — 📼 Why Humans Still Matter: The value of imperfection, bespoke leather belts, and human storytelling

🔗 Delve Deeper:

Hanson Robotics – Sophia — The eerie bot that blinks like a slow-loading gif

ELIZA Chatbot History — The original AI therapist from 1966

Stuart Russell’s AI Warnings — On AI doing exactly what we say

🗝 Key Takeaway

🤖 Artificial intelligence isn’t some overnight marvel—it’s the modern face of an age-old human obsession with replicating thought, behaviour, and intelligence through machines. Each iteration has mirrored not just our technological advancement, but our hopes, fears, and ethical dilemmas. Yet, as AI becomes more embedded in our daily lives, the real challenge isn’t about what these systems can do, but about who decides what they should do—and why.

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🎙 Episode Summary

Ah, music. The one thing that unites us all—except when it comes to deciding what to play on a road trip. In this episode of Filter Feeders, Ollie & Vinny take a deep dive into the science, psychology, and downright weirdness of music. Why do certain harmonies hit us like an emotional freight train, while others flop like a wet noodle? Can music be a universal language, or is Vinny still going to pretend he enjoys polka remixes? Why does Barry White make us feel things we shouldn’t discuss in polite company?

From the physics of sound waves to why ancient humans started banging on stuff, we’re unpacking why music moves, soothes, and occasionally confuses us.

🎧 Episode Highlights

⏳ [07:16–20:34] 🎼 The Science of Sound – Music is just organised noise?

⏳ [20:31–32:45] 🎤 Cultural Differences in Music – Is there really an appropriate time for accordion polka?

⏳ [32:46–40:15] 🔥 Why Music Gives Us Chills – That moment when a song hits so hard your spine briefly enters another dimension.

⏳ [48:01–53:20] 🎵 Personality & Music Taste – Does liking jazz make you sophisticated, or just someone who claps at the wrong time?

⏳ [53:21–End] 🎙 Don't listen to this bit Spotify & some "Real" Fan Engagement.

🔗 Delve Deeper

• 🧠 Music Psychology with Dr. Victoria Williamson – Unlock the symphony inside your skull with Dr. Victoria Williamson's Music Psychology blog.
• 🎶 Harmony Explained - A new scientific look at untangling why music is...well... music.

🗝 Key Takeaway

• Music isn’t just sound—it’s a current you step into, something that pulls you along whether you want it to or not. It’s the bass rattling through the floorboards, the off-key wail of a karaoke mic at closing time, the lonely whale singing into an ocean that doesn’t understand. It’s wired into everything, stitched through memories, through time, through the spaces between words when words won’t do. A drumbeat, a chord change, the scratch of a worn-out record—it’s all there, humming in the background, waiting for you to notice.🎤✨

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• 📩 Email us: pod@filterfeeders.fyi – for sharing thoughts (and playlists).
• 🌎 Website: https://filterfeeders.fyi/ – it won’t play music, but it might change your life.

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In this episode, Ollie and Vinny sit down with Kirrily Graham—founder of Dovetail Social Enterprises—to unravel the complexities of the charity sector and show how businesses of all sizes can implement authentic social impact. From busting myths about overhead costs to demonstrating why cause alignment matters—and offering best practices for giving effectively—this conversation will reshape the way you approach philanthropy.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

• [3:33–4:03] – 🔧 Accidental Purpose: Kirrily’s leap from power tools to non-profit leadership
• [5:38–6:01] – 🏚 Small Charities Struggle: Thin teams, no marketing, and high donor demands
• [10:35–11:05] – 🤯 Eye-Opening Stats: Why over 60,000 registered charities operate in Australia
• [14:22–15:06] – 💡 Unexpected Charity Wins: Grassroots groups defying tiny budgets
• [15:28–15:55] – 😆 Hilarious Donation Tales: Movember madness and unforgettable fundraisers
• [18:01–18:26] – ❌ Overhead Myth: Why fixating on “admin costs” misses real impact
• [33:54–34:23] – 🌱 Sustainable Giving: How monthly support and hands-on involvement go farther
• [38:49–39:19] – 🏢 CSR for SMEs: Big social impact with smaller budgets—beyond PR
• [52:03–52:50] – 🐨 Koala Costumes & Aussie Giving: Local donation drives and public engagement
• [1:01:50–1:02:55] – 🚀 Parting Wisdom & Wrap-Up: A Confucius quote on “securing the good of others,” final insights, and comedic outtakes

🔗 Delve Deeper:

• Dovetail Social Enterprises – Explore Kirrily’s approach to helping companies link social goals with genuine impact.
• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) – A hub to research organizational compliance and transparency in Australia.
• Dan Pallotta’s TED Talk – The talk that changed Kirrily’s career.
• "Uncharitable" Documentary – A deep dive into the flaws of nonprofit funding.

🗝 Key Takeaway

• Authentic corporate giving isn’t about dumping a lump sum at year’s end—it’s about aligning your business ethos with causes that matter to your team and customers. Focus on a consistent, collaborative approach that measures tangible results rather than obsessing over “overhead” percentages. By integrating social impact into everyday operations, you’ll build goodwill, empower communities, and prove that doing good is also good business.

💌 Keep Filtering Together!

• 🗣 Got a question or topic suggestion? Email us at pod@filterfeeders.fyi or join the conversation on our Discord server.
• 📱 Follow us on Instagram for bonus content, behind-the-scenes moments, and updates on upcoming episodes.

Stay generous—and keep filtering out the noise to find what truly matters.

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In this episode, Ollie and Vinny dive deep into the world of New Year's resolutions, exploring the psychology, science, and societal pressures behind this annual tradition. From the biological roots of change resistance to the commercialisation of self-improvement, they leave no stone unturned in their quest to understand why we make (and break) these yearly commitments.

Join them as they discuss practical strategies for setting realistic goals, navigating the minefield of toxic positivity, and harnessing the power of habit formation to create lasting change. With a healthy dose of humor and relatable anecdotes, this conversation will make you rethink your approach to personal growth and embrace the ups and downs of the journey.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

• ⏱️ [00:05:30] 📅 New Year, Same You? Examining the arbitrary nature of New Year's resolutions and the societal pressures that fuel them.
• ⏱️ [00:14:20] 🧠 The Science of Willpower: How our brains resist change and what we can do to overcome it.
• ⏱️ [00:28:45] 😊 The Trap of Toxic Positivity: Why embracing negative emotions is essential for personal growth and mental well-being.
• ⏱️ [00:42:10] 🎯 Micro-Resolutions and Habit Stacking: Practical strategies for setting achievable goals and building lasting habits.
• ⏱️ [00:52:12] 😅 Flops, Failures, and Small Triumphs: Vinny and Ollie (or not) share their own humorous attempts at change and learnings.

🔗 Delve Deeper:

• 🌐Reads, Feeds, and everything you need at filterfeeders.fyi.
• 📚 Atomic Habits by James Clear: A must-read for anyone looking to understand the science of habit formation and create lasting change.
• 🧐 The Filtration Station: Join the conversation on our Discord server and share your own stories, struggles, and successes.

💌 Keep Filtering Together!

• 🗣️ Got a question or topic suggestion? Email us at pod@filterfeeders.fyi or leave a comment on the reads on filterfeeders.fyi.
• 📱 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for bonus content, behind-the-scenes moments, and updates on upcoming episodes.

✨ If you enjoyed what you heard, please leave us a 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟review on your favorite podcast platform—it is literally the lifeline to keep us filtering! ✨

(...we are happy to return the favour, just tell us where!)

🗝️ Key Takeaway

New Year's resolutions are a double-edged sword—they can inspire us to strive for personal growth, but they can also set us up for disappointment and self-judgment. By understanding the science behind change, setting realistic goals, and embracing the journey (flops and all), we can create a more compassionate and sustainable approach to self-improvement. So, as you embark on your own resolutions this year, remember to be kind to yourself, celebrate the small victories, and keep filtering out the noise to find what truly matters.

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What’s life really like for monks and in monasteries? Forget the romanticized visions of perfection—this episode invites you behind the serene façades as Ollie and Vinny welcome Delson Armstrong, an accomplished meditation teacher and author whose deep dive into the monastic world offers unparalleled insight. With humour, raw honesty, and Delson’s years of experience navigating both traditional Buddhism and modern spirituality, this conversation uncovers the hidden truths of Buddhist practice. From debunking meditation myths to examining how monasteries adapt (or clash) with the modern world, Delson helps redefine what it means to walk the path to enlightenment.

So settle in—whether you’re a 🧘‍♂️ mindfulness novice or a seasoned seeker 🕉️, there’s something here for anyone curious 🤔 about the reality behind the Buddha’s iconic smile 😊.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

⏱ [00:01:07] 😲 Breaking Down Enlightenment: Delson busts myths about what it means to spiritually awaken—can you have sex, relationships, and still find your inner Buddha?

⏱ [00:06:40] 🌓 The Shadows We Fear: How repressing life’s challenges under “toxic positivity” often leads to mental burnout and the courage it takes to face our darker selves.

⏱ [00:23:00] 📜 Buddhist Ethics in a Nutshell: Can spirituality adapt to a world of social media and capitalism? Ollie questions, Vinny ponders, Delson enlightens.

⏱ [00:37:50] 📱 Monks in the Digital Era: Delson elaborates on navigating 21st-century pressures—from social media to financial obligations—and whether modern monasticism can survive.

⏱ [00:52:12] 🕒 Too Busy to Be Mindful: How modern schedules clash with traditional practice—and ways to reclaim inner time.

🔗 Delve Deeper

• ✨ All things Delson Armstrong can be found at his site delsonarmstrong.com.
• 😱 Kill the Buddha! An exclusive article written by Delson for Filter Feeders Friends.
• 📝 Catch up with the latest newsletter and be reminded (not spammed) by subscribing to our site filterfeeders.fyi.

💌 Keep Filtering Together!

• 🗣️ Join the conversation at The Filtration Station, our Discord space for debates, memes, and mindfulness chat.
• 📨 Got a question or feedback? Write to us at pod@filterfeeders.fyi.
• 📱 Links to our socials are available on the Filter Feeders site, plus updates and bonus musings.

And don’t forget to leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—Vinny’s mum awaits your thoughts.

🗝️🥡 Key Takeaway of the Week

Life behind the Buddha’s smile isn’t an Instagram filter—it’s real, complex, and incredibly human. Delson's stories and insights shed light on how modern spirituality can—and must—embrace those imperfections to grow.

So breathe deeply, question deeply, and keep seeking your own middle path.

Stay curious and, just maybe, a little mischievous. 😏

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In this edition of Filter Feeders, Ollie and Vinny throw caution (and filters) to the wind to tackle the chaos surrounding Trump’s re-election. From emotional reactions to global implications, they’re diving deep, ranting responsibly, and asking the big questions:

• “Why is everyone so obsessed with America when we live in the internet?” and...
• “Is it time to start stocking up on canned goods... or tanning oil?”  

Expect candid reflections, some healthy emotional unpacking, and even a bit of self-deprecating humor as they navigate the political circus that is modern democracy. Whether you’re democrat, republican, or don't man, we are here to commiserate, celebrate, or simply make sense of it all.  

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Episode Highlights  

0:00 – Introduction: Ollie and Vinny set the stage for a no-holds-barred discussion about Trump’s re-election. 🎤  

03:08 – Why talk about it?: Ollie dives into why Trump’s presidency matters globally—even to Australians. 🦘 

06:45 – Emotional reactions: Ollie shares how he went from denial to acceptance in 20 minutes like breaking up with a toxic ex. 

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17:47 – Media bias: Are we all just parroting narratives? 🦜

21:30 – Objectivity probably not useful: Ollie refeclts on the sisyphean reality of being objective in todays media soup.🍲

23:50 – Our resident facts guru: Vinny surprises Ollie with the numbers behind the events. What story do they tell? 🙀

44:30 – Looking ahead: Why JD Vance might make you wish for the “good old days” of Trump. 🔮 

32:50 – Embracing uncertainty: Why we all need to trust the process, and focus inwards for lifes true purpose, even if we don’t love the results. 🗳 

59:10 – Bernie Sanders drops in: He is Bernie Sanders! 👴 

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Let’s Keep Filtering Together  

🧠 Want to dive deeper? Read Ollie's full article "Maybe: A Reflection on Trump's Re-Election" on our site. 

📬 Email: Got thoughts? Send them our way at pod@filterfeeders.fyi  

💬 The Filtration Station: Join our Discord community, where debates are as lively as Vinny’s metaphors.  

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Tune in, chuck the filter out, and give your brain some peace...

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In this episode, we delve into the intricate web of sustainability, exploring how our actions today shape the world of tomorrow. Join Ollie, Vinny, and special guest Kylie Beale as they dissect the essence of sustainability, challenge the role of corporations, and discuss innovative solutions for a greener planet. From urban agriculture to the impact of policy, we're filtering out the noise to bring you the pearls of wisdom - and unlike fast fashion, these insights never go out of style!

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Episode Highlights

0:00 – Introduction: Welcome, welcome, welcome! Our hosts set the stage for a deep dive into sustainability. 🎤

01:12 – Is sustainability just a buzzword? Kylie tackles the corporate co-opting of environmental terms. 🗣️

05:47 – The reality of recycling: Kylie explains why not consuming is the ultimate sustainable act. ♻️

09:22 – Global vs. local: The importance of localized food systems in the face of global challenges. 🍅

13:31 – Greenwashing explained: How companies use sustainability for profit rather than impact. 🌿

20:03 – Urban agriculture and city design: The future of green urban spaces. 🌆

24:55 – The role of governments: Kylie discusses the need for regulatory frameworks to enforce sustainability. 🏛️

29:11 – Consumerism and capitalism: A critique on how these systems affect our planet. 💸

33:42 – Technological solutions: Innovations in farming and waste management for a sustainable future. 🌐

37:21 – The power of policy: How legislation can drive systemic change in environmental practices. 📜

40:42 – Regenerative agriculture vs. traditional farming: Understanding the shift in agricultural practices. 🌱

45:29 – The future outlook: Are we doomed or is there hope? Kylie shares her insights on humanity's path. 🌍

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💡 Don't let your curiosity go hungry, dive deeper at filterfeeders.fyi and get lost in the The Reads – our companion blog featuring episode insights and the occasional extra ramble. Make sure you subscribe now and let's keep those mental gears turning! 🧠🚀

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Tune in, filter out, and give your brain a feast...

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Where we sift through the sea of ideas so you don't have to! Join us for our first official episode as we dive into the choppy waters of technology. Is it friend or foe? Are we sailing towards a digital utopia or heading for a shipwreck? Tune in as we navigate these murky depths with a dash of humor and a boatload of curiosity!

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Meet your captains: Ollie and Vinny set sail 

00:56 - Technology: Lifesaver or anchor? 

03:03 - Vinny's birthday bash (and food poisoning bash) 

05:00 - Ancient wisdom meets modern tech: Bhagavad Gita insights 

07:36 - Ollie vs. AI: The great vacuum cleaner standoff 

10:19 - Improv class: Where "yes, and" meets tech 

15:36 - From quills to qubits: Tech's wild ride 

20:11 - First wheel, first traffic jam: Unintended consequences 

25:49 - Is tech solving problems or creating new ones? 

30:33 - Reclaiming your brain in the digital age 

37:45 - The sneaky ways tech pulls our strings 

45:02 - Modern Luddites: Resisting the robot overlords 

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Join our Discord community, The Filtration Station - where open minds and diverse perspectives collide!

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Don't let your curiosity go hungry - subscribe now and let's keep those mental gears turning! 🧠🚀

Tune in, filter out, and give your brain a feast...

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Where two global nomads sift through the sea of ideas so you don't have to! In this pre-launch bonus episode, Ollie and Vinny reunite in person for the first time in years, proving that time zones, hemispheres, and questionable taxi decisions can't keep them apart. Prepare yourself for a whirlwind introduction to the chaos of Third Culture Kids (TCKs), their globetrotting misadventures, and the beauty of asking more questions than finding answers. Strap in for a laugh, a ponder, and maybe a few awkward silences as we kick off this journey of curiosity!

Episode Highlights

00:00 - The universe aligns: Ollie and Vinny's first in-person podcast! 🤜🏽🤛🏻

01:15 - Vinny's travel saga: From wrong airports to wallet-crippling taxi rides 💸

03:40 - Border Patrol adventures: The power of smiley face t-shirts 😊

07:55 - Australian wildlife management 101: Cane toads, freezers, and the weirdest school competition ever 🐸

12:31 - The birth of Filter Feeders: From high school phone calls to podcast dreams 🎧

18:22 - Deep-diving into random topics: From sewing machines to quantum mechanics (yes, really) 🪡⚛️

23:45 - Global nomads unite: What's it like to never truly feel at home? 🏠🌎

27:58 - The Third Culture Kid (TCK) experience explained

34:12 - Patriotism vs. open-mindedness: Are we breaking down borders or building walls? 🧱

40:31 - The fine art of listening: How to survive a debate without yelling 🗣️👂

47:50 - Ollie's top tip: Don't say what you want to say, say what they need to hear 💡

52:09 - Wrapping up: Can we all just get along? (Spoiler: We're trying)

Stay Connected

• Feeling curious? Dive deeper and find our socials on filterfeeders.fyi!
• Join our Discord community, The Filtration Station - where open minds and diverse perspectives collide!
• Read our Filtered Feed - the blog accompanying each pod at filterfeeders.fyi/the-read

Let's kick off this conversation with more questions than answers, and maybe learn something unexpected along the way! 🧠💬🌊

Tune in, filter out, and give your brain a feast...

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🎙️ Filter Feeders – A Podcast for the Terminally Curious: Igniting Curiosity Soon!

From the granular to the cosmic, from the ephemeral to the eternal, Filter Feeders are cognizant explorers with open minds, casting a wide web on science, spirituality, and everything interconnected in between.

Are you constantly why-ing the world around you? Welcome to Filter Feeders, the podcast where everything is food for thought. Hosted by Ollie and Vinny—two friends with wildly different obsessions but a shared love for deep dives—this show serves up a polymathic buffet of ideas, stories, and some light chaos.

From philosophy and science to art, modern culture, and the occasional weird internet rabbit hole, we dish out smart, funny, and occasionally life-changing conversations. (Yes, we said life-changing—don’t judge.)

Expect the unexpected. Hot takes, deep explorations, guest experts, and random disputes await you. And we’ll always leave room for dessert: humour. 🍰

You are here. Filter Feeders are here. As you read this, even from afar, the neurons in our brains are firing in sync, craving new connections—a deeply ingrained yearning satiated only by diving into the thoughtforms and structures of perceived reality.

The gates of data are wide open. The reservoirs of your mind are flooded by rivers of information, shimmering beams of particulates and fractals in all directions. The fluxional matrix projects outward from binary black boxes and server rooms. The structure holds itself together, for now. What is truth? What is illusion?

Just like you, Filter Feeders are here to discover what we know and what we don't know, as individuals and as a collective.

Where have we been? Where are we now? Where are we going?

Filter Feeders are curious, but not experts! Filter Feeders have opinions, but not judgements! Filter Feeders embrace the questions, but not illusionary answers!

Let’s Keep Filtering Together  

🔗 Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts and join the conversation over at filterfeeders.fyi, for all your reads, feeds, and information you need! 

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