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Part One: Andrew Tate, and the Mythopoetic Men's Movement
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Published: Tue Jan 17 2023
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Robert is joined by Cool Zone Media editor, Ian Johnson to discuss Andrew Tate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This podcast episode delves into the rise of Andrew Tate and the mythopoetic men's movement, with a special guest discussing their upcoming JFO Vancouver show.
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Mythopoetic Men's Movement
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