The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

The Springbok tighthead, the broken grip strength machine, and a bag of homemade biltong. This one had it all. Thomas du Toit sits down with the boys to talk farm life, front row dark arts, Springbok test weeks, and what England can really expect when they rock up at Ellis Park in July. Simply one of the best guests we've ever had.

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01:22 💪 Grip Strength Chaos

03:58 🥩 Biltong And Boerewors

12:49 🚜 Farm Kid To Pro Pathway

15:05 🏉 Schoolboy Rugby Rivalries

23:15 🔧 Machinery and Fixing Stuff 

His coach told him to keep the guns in the holsters. Ryan Lamb never listened. The cult Gloucester fly-half who helped light up the Premiership at just 20 years old joins Alex and Tins for a GBR classic. From locking a teacher in a cupboard to calling Stuart Lancaster "Steve", Lamby holds nothing back. He relives the iconic Bristol promotion playoff, his love-hate relationship with Dean Ryan, why he thought Premiership rugby was "quite easy," and what it's like running Plymouth Albion on their promotion charge. Honest, hilarious, and completely unfiltered - this one's not to be missed.

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With Bath chasing a historic double and a Champions Cup semi-final looming in Bordeaux, Tins is joined by two proper club legends, and his former flatmates: Matt Perry and Lee Mears. 

Bath Now: The Finn Russell era, a world-class academy at Farleigh House, 9,000 fans watching Bath University games, and a squad that has traded "hope" for "belief."

Bath Then: From Matt Perry earning £1.80 an hour in a tea room to the training-ground fights at Lambridge that led Bath to '98 European Glory.

Plus Lions Tales and wh...

From stacking shelves at Sainsbury’s to 70 England caps, Joe Launchbury joins Payno and former teammate Hask for an emotional retirement special. He reveals the "heartless" moment Wasps collapsed, the truth behind Eddie Jones’ psychological mind games, and his decision to move to Japan over Leicester. From 2015 World Cup heartbreak to “slosh” banter, this is an unfiltered look at the integrity & resilience of one of England’s most respected players.

01:42 🔥Retirement Decision

02:22 💦 The Story Behind “Slosh”

15:06 🛒 Sainsbury’s Shelf Stacker 

22:49 🐝 Wasps Breakthrough

30:11 ⭐ The Biggest Star Signings

35:04 💔 Finals Heartbreak...

Wayne Barnes returns to GBR to discuss his transition from World Cup Final referee to the RFU Board - and the tension brewing over the future of English rugby. As a member of the RFU Board, he’s at the center of a massive vote on April 24th that could change the governance of English rugby for the first time in 20 years.

01:08 ⚖️ Online Abuse and Accountability 03:02 🌱 Life After the Whistle 04:17 🏛️ Inside the RFU Boardroom 10:10 🏉 Community Game Priorities 12:14 📅 April 24 SGM Explained 15:19 🎯 What Success Looks Like 20:54 🎤 Final Pitch and Sign Off

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Payno, Hask and Tins draft their ultimate rugby wishlist: blockbuster signings, Bledisloe redemption, Champions Cup reform, and England’s shot at the Springboks. Expect big opinions and bigger laughs as they count down ten season-defining moments that they still want to see unfold this season.

02:00 🤝 Finn Russell x Gregor Townsend Red Bull Link-Up?
10:43 🇦🇺 Can Australia Finally Break Through?
14:05 💨 The “Old Fart” Problem
16:50 🏆 Can Bath Fight on 2 Fronts?
22:15👞 Saints for the Prem?
31:08 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿Welsh Regions join the Prem?
36:31 🥀Can the Red Roses Finally Be Beaten?
41:01 🔄 Does the Champions Cup Reform?
51:36 🌍 Nations Championship: Game-Chang...

From electrifying England winger to a sudden career halt.  For the first time, Marland opens up about the seismic shifts in his life: moving from St. Lucia to London, his rise at London Irish and Harlequins, and the devastating injury that nearly ended it all. He also addresses the harrowing period of being wrongly accused of rape and how he lost everything - his job, his reputation, and his peace - only to rebuild it from the ground up.

Now living in Lisbon and training to be a commercial pilot, Marland reflects on accountability, fatherhood, and w...

James O’Connor was the first of his kind - a teenage prodigy who transcended the back pages to become the face of Australian rugby. James O’Connor joins Alex, Hask and Tins to discuss the heavy crown of early fame, his global "rock star" journey which climaxed in a Parisian prison to his settled life at Leicester Tigers.

The boys dive into the week’s massive news: Henry Pollock’s alliance with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom. We ask: Is rugby finally ready to embrace a superstar, or will the "tall poppy" syndrome strike again?

England legend Lewis Moody joins Payno and Tins to celebrate his remarkable career. From untold tactics behind the 2003 Rugby World Cup triumph to the night Tommo’s uppercut left a lasting impression, “Mad Dog” lifts the lid on the hilarious, unfiltered reality of life as one of the game’s early professionals. Discover the “secret sauce” behind Leicester Tigers’ four consecutive Premiership titles, as Lewis reveals what drove their dominance, and he names the toughest Tiger of them all. It’s a high-octane trip down memory lane with one of rugby’s most fearless greats.

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Joe Marler and Mike Brown join Payno and Tins for the Anglo Inquisition, dissecting England’s Six Nations. The team tackle the 2003 legends criticism, Steve Borthwick’s leadership style, and the discipline crisis. It’s a raw, unfiltered health check on the state of English rugby.

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03:04 🍷 Why 2026 Was a Vintage Year

11:52 🏥 England Health Check

21:05 🤔 Do You Believe in Steve?

30:39 ⚔️ 2003 vs 2026: The Fallout

53:09 🥃 Rémy Martin Moment of Excellence

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After one of the wildest weekends of the Six Nations, the boys are back to break it all down. Payno, Tins, Jonny May and Ben Kayser dive into Scotland’s breathtaking performance against France. Then it’s time for the uncomfortable truth: England’s loss to Italy. Is this a rock-bottom moment for England? And is the criticism of Head Coach Steve Borthwick fair? The panel also unpacks the on-field confusion between Maro Itoje and Fin Smith, with Tins revealing what really happens when leadership, pressure and game plan collide in the chaos of a Test match. 

After a tough set of runs for England, Alex and Hask head to Allianz to speak with those at the heart of the storm. First-up, the lads sit down with Conor O’Shea, Director of Performance Rugby at England Rugby, to hear about how England are dealing with the pressure approaching Rome. Conor gives his verdict on both England and Italy and speaks passionately about developing pathways through the Continental Tyres Schools Cup. In the second half, Jamie George, Jack van Poortvliet and Manny Iyogun share the mood inside camp and what it means to wear the England shirt, fr...

Payno, Hask, and Tins dissect England's bruising Twickenham defeat to Ireland. While fans and press go into meltdown, the boys urge calm, separating emotional fallout from professional reality. Plus, the OG trio unpack the thrilling Wales versus Scotland clash and France's continued dominance.

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00:48 👑 Royal Box Banter

03:57 🚨 Panic or Don't Panic

09:46 🚪 Four Doors of Fallout

28:24 🔄 Changes for Italy

40:18 📊 Ireland's Performance Analysis

45:36 🏉 Wales vs Scotland Review

52:36 🥃 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

54:59 🇫🇷 France vs Italy Analysis

56:58 🇮🇹 Italy's Threat...

Mike Brown returns to share a slice of humble pie after Scotland’s Calcutta Cup masterclass. We dissect Finn Russell’s "matador" magic, England’s defensive lapses, and the historic stat haunting Gregor Townsend. Plus, a look ahead to England v Ireland: does Borthwick stick or twist to get England’s campaign back on track?

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05:27 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 How Scotland Tore England Apart  

07:55 🟥 Key Moments: Cards, Drop Goal, 6–2 Bench  

10:39 🧢 Mike Brown’s Early-Caps Lessons  

15:41 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿England Selection Changes  

20:26 🔄 Managing Squad Changes  

29:41 🥃Remy Martin Moment of Excellence  

33:56 🍀Ireland v Italy Re-Cap  <...

It’s Calcutta Cup week! Payno, Hask & Mike Brown preview England’s trip to Murrayfield and ask if Gregor Townsend get a response out of his team. They dissect England’s business-like win over Wales, praise Italy’s resurgence, and debate if Ireland can bounce back. Plus, Round 2 predictions.

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01:40 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Calcutta Cup Memories

02:27 🏉 Gregor’s Big Problem

06:14 🧠 England's Mindset

22:33 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England vs Wales Analysis

32:57 🎨 Italian Renaissance

36:32 🥇 Brex and Menoncello - best in the World?

38:55 🥃 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

43:16 🍀 Ireland's Challenges

50:56 🇫🇷 Fren...

Ben Kayser and Shane Horgan join Payno and Tins for the GBR Six Nations preview. They discuss Andy Farrell’s "real test" amid Ireland’s injury crisis and France’s ruthless changes. Plus, Tindall explains why "everybody hates us" suits England, and drops a shock prediction for Italy. The Championship is back baby!

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03:25 Ireland's Challenges and Rebuilding Phase

09:45 France's Squad Changes

10:04 Tribute to Uini Atonio

22:37 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

34:00 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

36:27 England Team Announcement...

Eddie "The Beast" Hall joins Payno and Hask for a a raw, unmissable episode. From becoming the first human to deadlift 500kg to being crowned the World’s Strongest Man, Eddie reveals how mental health struggles helped shape the man he is today.

He opens up about the extreme psychological triggers he used to break records including visualising his children in danger and the physical price he paid. Plus, the moment of truth: Can The Beast crush the leaderboard on our Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge?

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Northampton Saints boss Phil Dowson reveals the secrets behind their success, from the recruitment process to the brutal reality of cutting players. He discusses managing England stars like Henry Pollock, the toll of England duty, and the truth behind THAT halftime rant. Plus, can the coach beat his players on the Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge?

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03:07 Balancing Rugby and Personal Life

06:55 The Journey to Coaching

26:47 Handling Difficult Conversations

28:38 Sam Vesty Bromance

38:26 Recruitment Insights

57:56 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challen...

Join Payno & Hask, as they chat with Mike Brown about his transition from player to Sporting Director at Esher Rugby Club. They delve into his new role, challenges, and ask for his insights on the current state of Harlequins and Marcus Smith's future.

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02:26🤓 Mike Brown's Journey to DoR

04:30 🟤 The Brown Philosophy

10:30 🏉 Putting the boots back on?

16:42 💬 Difficult Conversations

27:23 👂 Learnings from Cheika et al.

46:39 🃏What's going on at Quins?

01:00:50 🙏 Marcus Smith's Future

01:15:00 👀 Browny for Quins?

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The rugby icon turned reality star spills Traitors secrets, revealing why fellow England International Jonny May would be the ultimate Traitor. He discusses why he quit rugby, his wrestling debut as "The Scrum Lord," and the potential for the GBR Panto. Plus Joe takes on the Continental Tyres grip strength challenge.

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04:29 ✂️ Truly Dreadful Haircuts

07:21 🕵️‍♂️ Inside The Traitors Experience

21:42 🤼 Wrestling Debut Chaos

34:33 💪 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

40:18 🎙️ Podcasting & Dream Guests

43:52 🎭 Acting Ambitions and Pantomime Plans

48:06 🏉 Why Marler Quit Rugby

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England’s iconic 90s back row - Mike Teague, Peter Winterbottom, and Dean Richards - reunite to discuss the "brutal self-policing" of their era. From surviving legendary drinking sessions with Jason Leonard to smashing the Calcutta Cup, the "Three Wise Men" deliver a masterclass in what international rugby was like for the last amateurs.

00:00 🛞 Sponsored by Continental Tyres 01:55 👑 Meet the Three Wise Men 03:33 🍺 Drinking Stories 15:49 🧢 Debut Memories and Early Days 30:19 🦁 The Iconic 1989 Lions Tour 36:27 🇳🇿 The very first Rugby World Cup 40:03 🥞 The Infamous Calcutta Cup Incident 47:16 🌹 The 1991 Grand Slam and World Cup Journey 49:41 📺 The Rise of Rugby's Media Profile 51:24 💼...

Hask and Tins reunite with their old pals James and Oliver Phelps, better known as the legendary Weasley twins from Harry Potter. In the muggle world, the twins are die-hard Gloucester fans and have many tales of mischief to share from the Shed, the Hong-Kong Sevens and The Women’s World Cup. Oliver even coaches his daughter’s team at Spartans. The lads get sorted into Hogwarts Houses, recast the Harry Potter films with rugby players and learn about the twins hosting Wizards of Baking on Prime. Grab a butter beer, a mince pie and ready yourselves for the ulti...

Northampton and England’s Alex Coles “The Educator” looks back on the WWE-style headlock that sparked his unforgettable nickname. He breaks down the intense pressure behind pro-rugby lineout calling, relives the glory of conquering the legendary Blakiston fitness challenge, and explains how he manages to survive the daily chaos caused by teammate Henry Pollock.

Alex also reveals the reason George Furbank should never leave Northampton Saints. A classic episode of GBR - and one you definitely don’t want to miss.

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01:57 🏷️ Why They Call Him "The Educator"

Alex Payne and Mike Tindall dive into the seismic news of ITV securing the rights to the New Nations Series from 2026-2028, making them the undisputed home of English international rugby. Next year will be the first time in 30 years that all England games will be free to air. We ask… Is this the best thing to happen to the English game since 2003? Is rugby finally ready to grasp the opportunity of free-to-air coverage to widen the sport's appeal. We're joined by Ben Rumsby, Sports Investigations Reporter for The Daily Telegraph, for a deep dive into the state of th...

This week, we welcome World Cup winner - and one of the most feared front-rowers in rugby history - Bismarck du Plessis!

Bismarck dives deep into the legendary 2009 Lions Tour and relives the moment of that tackle on Dan Carter (“I’m going to kill that man!”). He gives incredible insight into the Springboks’ scrum dominance and the genius of Rassie Erasmus, explaining how Rassie’s methods have helped build one of the greatest dynasties in the game.

He also reflects on his special bond with his brother Jannie du Plessis, as well as his fiercely c...

After one of the spiciest weekends in rugby, Payno and Tins are joined by Springbok legend Bob Skinstad and Ireland's Geordan Murphy to break down the chaotic Ireland v South Africa card fest and the drama in the Twickenham tunnel. They dig into Rassie’s thumbs-up celebration and debate this big question: Are the Springboks rugby’s ultimate pantomime villain?

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02:41 💪 BIG MOVES in the Continental Tyres Grip Strength 

05:15 👀 THAT Rassie Erasmus Celeb

06:56 🔴 Ireland v South Africa card chaos.

23:04 🎭 Springboks: The Pantomime Villains

31:31 🇿🇦 Rassie Era...

England make history by beating the All Blacks for only the 9th time in 120 years! The panel breaks down the performance, from George Ford's genius two drop goals to Ben Earl’s incredible work rate. James Haskell slams the "miserable" Kiwi media, while Jonny May reveals what the viral TikTok dance means for the squad's mentality.

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00:00🎙️Introduction 

03:21 🇳🇿Discussion on the Haka

10:40💥 Analysing England's Defence

23:37 🔟 George Ford's Impact

30:00 🎵TikTok Dance

39:45 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Scotland's Struggles

54:22 🚗 Honda Team of the Week 

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Former All Black Nick Evans joins the team to unpack an epic Test weekend! We deep-dive into the Springboks' win over France, and ask… Are the Springboks the greatest side of all time? Plus we have a heavyweight preview of England vs. All Blacks and Hask gives some mind-blowing analysis of how the breakdown will be won and lost.

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00:00🎙️ Introduction 

04:39 🛞 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Challenge

06:03 🏟️ France vs South Africa Analysis

23:00 🇿🇦 The Greatest Ever?

32:37 🥃 Remy Martin Moment of Excellence

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Join Alex Payne, Mike Tindall, James Haskell, and Ben Kayser as they look back on England’s win over Australia and discuss Henry Pollock's unbelievable luck... and genius! The team gets fired up over the "orgasmic" success of Borthwick's Borthball tactics. Plus, they preview the massive France vs. Springboks "Payback" rematch, with Ben Kayser revealing the trauma still gripping the French following RWC 2023.

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00:00 🎬 Introduction  

03:58 💪 Lewis Moody - “Nutball”  

09:05 🏆 England's Winning Streak  

26:53 🏉 England vs. Fiji  

31:09 🛞 Continental Tyres Grip Strength Chall...

The Autumn Internationals are around the corner but Welsh Rugby is due for major surgery… which region will the Welsh Rugby Union cut by the end of the 2027/28 season?

Payno, Hask and Tins are joined by the man at the heart of the Cymru Crisis: Dave Reddin, current Director of Rugby & Elite Performance at the WRU. Having worked alongside icons such as Sir Clive Woodward and Sir Gareth Southgate, Dave is a turnaround specialist renowned for creating elite winning cultures. The lads dissect Dave’s masterplan for reinvigorating Welsh rugby.

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The first major peak of the season is nearly here with the Autumn Nations Series, and the new England squad announcement has delivered two massive headlines: the departure of Tom Willis to France, and the inclusion of teenage try-scoring sensation Noah Caluorie.

But the real debate is at fly-half. From Andrew & Barnes, Wilkinson and his challengers, Farrell to Ford, the England number ten jersey has always been a national talking point. Now, with George Ford, Fin Smith, and Marcus Smith all vying for the starting spot, who will Steve Borthwick hand the keys to...

Hask and Payno explore the making of Andy Farrell, a two-time Man of Steel forged in a tough Wigan environment. Sitting down to launch his new book, The Only Way I Know, he discusses how becoming a father to Owen at 16 cemented his focus, recalling the shock: "We were devastated, we felt we'd let our parents down." That early responsibility and drive became the blueprint for his world-class coaching success. Season 6 is Sponsored by Continental Tyres.

00:00 🎥 Show Intro & Welcome: Andy Farrell

02:18 📘 The Farrell Book: From Wigan Debut at 16 to Lions Coach

07:53 🏉 Once A Wiganer A...

Former England teammates Mike Brown and Jonny May join the dream team for a revealing chat on the intense world of professional rugby. Brown, fresh from retirement and a corporate career change, offers candid insights into the psychological toll of the professional game, and the lads debate contrasting experiences under Eddie Jones. May and Brown also reveal the ups and downs of their volatile relationship on and off the field, including a training ground injury that ended in 11 stitches. Finally, the pair get stuck into an England selection debate ahead of the Autumn Nations Series.

Irish legend Peter O’Mahony kicks off the Season 6 opener. Newly retired, the lifelong Munster fan reflects on Anthony Foley’s passing and the arrival of Rassie Erasmus, offering insight into the coach’s unique style. O’Mahony also relives his career high point, Ireland’s historic series win in New Zealand, including the fiery war of words with All Blacks captain Sam Cane. He goes on to share how Joe Schmidt and Andy Farrell shaped both his game and the future of Irish rugby. Plus, Mike Tindall provides an update on the R360 proposal, confirming they are "80%" ready for launch...

The morning after the night before… Elma heads into Red Roses camp to see what state the World Cup WINNERS are in. Scaz, Mo, Meg, Hannah Botterman, Amy Cokayne, Maud Muir, Abbie Ward and captain Zoe Aldcroft join Elma with the trophy, to relive the greatest day at Allianz Stadium! John Mitchell pops by for a chat, too. Safe to say things get weird, quickly.

Warning: Adult themes & swearing.

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Before season six of The Good, The Bad and The Rugby kicks off, we’ve got something new for you.

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new show: The Good, The Bad and The Football. Hosted by Paddy McGuinness and featuring Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt, the podcast dives into nineties nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories from two legendary careers, razor-sharp takes on today’s game, and big-name guests.

Expect the same GBR energy you know and love, just with a different ball. Episodes drop every...

It's our last episode of the season and the team is in Sydney to debrief on the third and final Lions Test match. After a dramatic series, the lads discuss how Australia turned the tables and what it felt like to be pitch-side for an unprecedented weather delay. Tune in for the lads' reflections on a truly epic Lions tour, stories of wild nights out, and an accidental run-in with a former prime minister.

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James O'Connor joins Alex Payne, Mike Tindall, and James Haskell at the Establishment in Sydney to break down the highly anticipated third and final test match. Expect some incredible, stories from tour past and present. From the scandalous antics of the British & Irish legends to a passionate defence of Owen Farrell, the crew covers all the talking points, with Haskell giving his trademark unfiltered takes, including a truly wild story involving a dragon and a boat. 

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Join Payno, Hask, and Tins from stunning Sydney. The "Dream Team" shares insights from corridor chats with Maro Itoje, as they discuss pushing for an immortal 3-0 whitewash and the emotional challenge of going again after securing victory. They’ll pick their Lions team for the final Test and look ahead to the future by asking will the Lions tour Australia Again?

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00:03:35 🩸 Lions Smell Blood: 3-0 Whitewash Incoming?

00:07:49 🔁 Final Test Shake-Up: Who’s In, Who’s Out?

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The Melbourne drizzle can't dampen the glow of morning glory for the Good, The Bad, and The Rugby! After a night celebrating the Lions' historic series triumph at the MCG, we're slowly piecing together the chaotic brilliance of a game that had it all. From the colossal impact of Skelton and Valetini, to the Lions' incredible 23-5 comeback, join us for a slightly fuzzy debrief of an unforgettable day in rugby history!

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00:01:35 ✨ A Magical Day

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