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THE DESI EM PROJECT
by Ankur Verma
Founded & created by Dr. Ankur Verma, The DESI EM PROJECT endeavours to bring you discussions on everything emergency medicine, cases, myths, dogmas, concepts, evidence based approaches, fitness, nutrition and much more. We would also be focusing on the Indian emergency medicine scenario. EM, nutrition,wellness guests from India and across the globe would be invited to chat on different topics. This is the 1st Emergency Medicine podcast from India. DM on X with suggestions and feedbacks - @anksv25 or on IG - @thecarnivore.ep. Disclaimer - Do YOUR own research before you believe what you hear
Episodes
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 211 - THE ONE WITH "17 YEAR VEGAN TURNED CARNIVORE ANGELICA"
Angelica Belyaeva went vegan-vegetarian in 2006. She tried whole food, fruitarian and much more. Developed and Suffered from multiple illnesses over the years like prediabetes, acnes, hirsutism, early premenopause symptoms, fatigue, hunger etc.. Till she went Carnivore and reversed all symptoms…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 210 - THE ONE WITH "REVERSING DISEASES WITH AASHIM TAGGAR"
Aashim suffered for many years with constipation, Psoriasis, GERD, Tinnitus, Degenerative Cartilage, Costochondritis, Anxiety and much more. Mostly from a vegetarian background, he took his health in his own hands and went Carnivore. And never looked back. Follow him on IG - @aashimtaggar
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THE DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 209 - THE ONE WITH "CANCER MASTERCLASS WITH PROF THOMAS SEYFRIED 2.0"
It is always a pleasure to speak to Cancer Biologist Prof. Thomas Seyfried regarding cancer metabolism and metabolic management strategies. In this episode he opens up about the Glucose Ketone Index, their new publication, why oncologists are not waking up and much more ! Download his new paper -...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 208 - THE ONE WITH "MEAT OF THE MATTER WITH DR SYLVIA”
Dr Sylvia Karpagam MD, a Public Health Expert and Author of The Meat of the Matter talks about food politics in India, Nutrition, Mid day meals, Indiginous tribes of India and their diets and much much more. Follow her on IG - @sylviakarpagam Get her book from Amazon - https://amzn.in/d/02thgtAl
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 207 - THE ONE WITH "DR SHILPA ARORA"
Dr Shilpa Arora is Nutritionist and Dietician who followed the standard practices and guidelines she was taught for years. But she realised through her practice and journey that this was not helping her patients - they got sicker and continues to be on meds. Then she found Low carb and Carnivore...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 206 - THE ONE WITH "DR SLOCUM, CANCER & CHEMOTHERMIA"
Dr. Abdul Kadir Slocum M.D. is originally from the United States, but grew up in Turkey and completed his medical training at Marmara University, Istanbul. He is an oncologist dedicated to improving his patients’ outcomes with innovative treatment modalities and integrative therapeutic…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 205 - THE ONE WITH "8 YEAR KETO CARNIVORE SHEHROZ ALAM"
Shehroz became a nutrition and fitness coach many years ago. After reversing his parents' chronic illnesses with a keto/carnivore approach, he now trains many clients in the same. He does competitive body building and relies on a No Carb Carnivore approach for the same. Follow him on his IG -...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 204 - THE ONE WITH "DR VEENA SHATRUGNA AND CHANGING DIETARY GUIDELINES"
Dr Veena is an ex-deputy director of the National Institute of Nutrition in India. She has worked on promoting nutrient dense foods for children and poverty-stricken populations as well as advocated for more meat and eggs in the diets of the Indian population. Watch this eye-opening conversation…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 203 - THE ONE WITH "STEPHANIE AND HAPPY SEXY HEALTH"
Stephanie Taylor did everything she was told to do to be healthy. She ate the porridge, went vegetarian, then vegan, and was diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer anyway. Working out what had gone wrong changed the direction of her life. Along with her sister Nicky, she now helps hundreds of…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 202 - THE ONE WITH "DR MANOSHI BHATTA
Manoshi Bhattacharya is an ex-Indian Navy physician. Having discovered her passion for history and storytelling, she has to her credit many books like No Food Off Limits, Chittagong Summer of 1930, Charting the Deep: A History of the Indian Naval Hydrographic Department and The Royal Rajputs:...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 201 - THE ONE WITH "THE UK GANG"
What a fun conversation with Rachel, Olivia and Richard Smith. Carnivores from the UK. Sharing their experiences, knowledge and wisdom regarding carnivore and different tips and tricks for all. Follow them on IG - Richard - @keto_pro Rachel - @carnivore.fitness Olivia - @oliviakhwaja
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 200 - THE ONE WITH "BRIANA STOPPING 15 MEDICATIONS ON CARNIVORE""
7-year Carnivore, Briana suffered from Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, Interstitial cystitis, Acne, Rotator cuff injuries, IBS, GERD, Acne, Anxiety, Depression and was on 15 pills. Vegan made her worse. Carnivore healed her. She is not on any medications now. You connect with her on IG…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 199 - THE ONE WITH "EX PLANT EATER TURN CARNIVORE JOSIE"
Josie turned vegan at the age of 13 as she was influenced by PETA and wanted to turn her health around. She was depressed through her vegan years and developed Ulcerative Colitis and suffered even more... Till she found salvation in Carnivore. Her book "Coming around to Carnivore" is also out now...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 198 - THE ONE WITH "VEGAN TURNED CARNIVORE DR JAMI DULANEY"
Dr Jaimela Dulaney is a cardiologist practising diagnosis and wellness medicine in Florida. She was and based her practice on veganism and vegetarianism till she noticed, her health and her patients' health were not doing so great. She then went down the rabbit hole of nutrients, animal based and...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 197 - THE ONE WITH "METABOLIC DR. K"
Dr Kishlay joins me on this episode discussing his journey into Carnivore, his metabolic practice, myths around Carnivore and the types of cases he sees. He has been carnivore for more than 6 years and is an OG of Indian Carnivore Doctors. To get in touch with him, visit his IG - @metabolicdr.k ....
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 196 - THE ONE WITH "JAMES THE CARNIVORE"
James tried it all - vegetarianism, pescatarian, vegan, fruitarian till he knew Carnivore was the ultimate and most optimal lifestyle for fitness and good health. We delve into his journey and how restaurant chains make you think they are healthy but their ingredient list is longer than anything...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 195 - THE ONE WITH "Drs. DAVID AND JEN UNWIN"
It was an absolute pleasure to have Drs David and Jen Unwin on the show! Watch them dissect through Diabetes, Metabolic diseases, low carb, food addiction and much more! Dr. David Unwin is an award-winning general practitioner (or family doctor) known for pioneering the low-carb approach in the…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 194 - THE ONE WITH "VEGAN TURNED CARNIVORE KIMBERLY"
In this episode Kimberly, a mother of 4 takes us through her journey of plant based omnivore, vegan and carnivore diets. She sheds light upon her health deterioration during her veganism days and how she healed on carnivore. We also talk about menstrual, reproductive and sexual health. She is…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE - 193 - THE ONE WITH "NIKLAS GUSTAFSON"
Niklas was diagnosed with coeliac disease before he even turned one year old and only after months of tests and not getting any better. He learned an important lesson later on asas a young boy, which was how to read labels. He quickly learned what was good for his body and what was bad. NIklas is...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 192 - THE ONE WITH "KETO SAVAGE ROBERT SIKES"
Robert is a natural body builder who followed a traditional, "bro-dieting" approach to nutrition. He followed this protocol for the first 5 years of his bodybuilding career. He experienced "success" in the sport in the sense of building muscle but developed serious eating disorders and had a...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 191 - THE ONE WITH "10 YEARS CARNIVORE JOE"
Joe Dalle Vedove went into fitness and nutrition when he was 14. Nutrition training was different then and he went into macros and carbs leading him to suffer from hypertension, diabetes, eating disorders, weight issues, IBS, Crohn's. he has been training clients for 35 years and tried every diet...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 190 - THE ONE WITH "BEE- THE GIRL GONE CARNIVORE"
Watch as the hot and super intelligent Bee from Tampa, Florida talks about her story and her journey into carnivore and putting GER, PTSD and PMDD symptoms into remission and thriving! Best place to catch her - IG - @girl_gone_carnivore
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 189 - THE ONE WITH "DR. VIPUL INDORA CHANGING LIVES"
Watch as Vipul and I dissect health in India and bust a lot of myths. Dr Vipul is the founder and chairperson of MAICAT (Metabolic And Immune Correction Approach to Treatment) Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. The team treats Diabetes | Weight Loss | Cancer | PCOS & PCOD | Thyroid | Auto Immune | Infertility…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 188 - THE ONE WITH "ARM WRESTLER AND HEALTH COACH THEON AJAX"
Theon had a lot of gluten intolerances, Wolf Parkison White syndrome leading to tachycardias, inflammation. He tried a lof of diets including vegan and fruitarian but found the best results on Carnivore. Contact him on his IG - @theonajax
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 187 - THE ONE WITH "18 YEARS YOUNG ANUSHKA"
Home schooled Anushka went paleo and then carnivore to get over her acnes, skin issues, gastric issues, Asthma and much more. She was a national level Badminton player and now lifts weights in the gym. She is all of 18 years young. her father had a cardiac arrest in January 2026 and did not…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 186 - THE ONE WITH "THE LOW CARB CONSULTANT - MAX HELMER"
in this episode, Max takes us through his journey of getting over ADHD and the meds he was on. His crossfit phase, podcasting, workouts, carnivore, carb cycling and much more! Get in touch with him on his social - IG - @thelowcarbconsultant Youtube -...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 185 - THE ONE WITH "FIT AND FAB CLAUDIA"
Claudia went into her nutrition and fitness journey when her father fell sick and she had to take care of him. But when she had pericarditis as a side effect of a jab, she went carnivore and recovered in a month and a half shocking her doctors! There has been no looking back for her! Watch her…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 184 - THE ONE WITH "VEGAN TURNED CARNIVORE JESSICA"
Jessica was a vegan and used to troll people who were not! She thought being gassy and have multiple bowel movements a day was normal. Constantly fatigued, had low energy and could injure easily - Till she found Carnivore. And now there is no looking back. Catch her on IG - @thecuriouscarnivore_
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 183 - THE ONE WITH "ANTHONY CHAFFEE 3.0"
It is always a pleasure to have Dr. Anthony Chaffee on show! We discuss the new US dietary guidelines, his upcoming book, people adding carbs back and much more!! Anthony's Socials - IG - @anthonychaffeemd X - @anthony_chaffee His Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@anthonychaffeemd…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 182 - THE ONE WITH "REVERSING EATING DISORDERS WITH FRANCES"
Frances suffered for years with eating disorders. Losing her periods and feeling miserable. Till Carnivore changed her life around. And for her parents too! You can also meet her at Meatstock 2026! Catch her on IG - @ladyandhersteak
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 181 - THE ONE WITH "AGEING GRACEFULLY WITH CAROLINE LABOUCHERE"
Discovered as a model as she approached 60, Caroline Labouchere is committed to aging gracefully and joyfully, on her own terms. Caroline's mission is to empower women, providing support and guidance as they navigate life's transitions together. Caroline works to connect with experts from around...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 180 - THE ONE WITH "MIMI MORGAN AND HER MIRACULOUS HEALING"
Having Mimi back on the show was surreal. She suffered for decades and was on medications all her life. Asthma, Dupuytrens contracture, rheumatoid arthritis, Parkinson's disease, muscle atropy, neurogenic bladder, dystonia, MRSA, spinal abscess. She almost died and was given < 50% chances of...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 179 - THE ONE WITH "SHANNON AND AMERICAN DIABETES SOCIETY"
In this episode, Shannon - a registered dietician and I discuss the global epidemic of chronic diseases, nutrition, disease reversal, the new US dietary guidelines, the new American Diabetes Society and much more. To connect with her catch her on socials - Facebook - Shannon Davis IG -...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 178 - THE ONE WITH "33 YEAR VEGAN TURNED CARNIVORE - FAITH CANTER"
In this episode Plant based nutritionist and therapist Faith Canter takes us through her journey of 33 years of veganism which made her suffer with Hasimotos thyroiditis, thyroid nodules, dysrhythmias, mitral valve prolapse, fatigue, etc. She researched and when all roads led to meat went...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 177 - THE ONE WITH "TAG TEAM WITH COACH PETER AND EDDIE GOEKE"
I had Peter and Eddie back on the show together and it was awesome.We discuss recent updates to the American dietary guidelines, the implications of the food pyramid, and the importance of scientific literacy in health coaching. Eddie and Peter share insights on carnivore diets, coaching ethics,...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 176 - THE ONE WITH "NORA WELLNESS MUM"
In this episode, Nora Aron shares her inspiring journey to metabolic health, emphasizing natural methods over medications like GLP-1, and discusses her postpartum challenges, dietary choices, and health improvements through a carnivore diet. She takes us through her struggles with Bulimia and how...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 175 - THE ONE WITH "VEGAN TURNED CARNIVORE AUSTIN"
Austin and his late wife went vegan in 2015 with the belief that they will heal and thrive. Instead, a world of pain awaited them unfortunately. They suffered a lot. And then Austin found Carnivore and changed his health around. Watch this episode as he shares his journey about veganism…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 174 - THE ONE WITH "GARY TAUBES""
In this episode Gary Taubes discusses the flaws in conventional nutrition science, the history of the diet-heart hypothesis, and the impact of scientific misconceptions on public health and dietary guidelines.Gary Taubes is an American science journalist, investigative writer, and author known…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 173 - THE ONE WITH "DOMINIK'S JOURNEY"
In this episode, I have an insightful conversation with Dominik Vidjak from Croatia as we explore nutrition, carnivore diet, health hacks, fruits, cancer and more. He shares his journey and inquisitiveness into health, fitness and nutrition.
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 172 - THE ONE WITH "VEGETARIAN TO ANIMAL BASED WITH DR HANNAH MATHEW"
Dr Hannah Matthew is a young and dynamic NHS Internal Medicine doctor.Dr. Hannah Mathew shares her journey from Kerala, India, to England, discussing her cultural roots, dietary choices, and the challenges she faced in medical school. She reflects on her struggles with body image, health issues,...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 171 - THE ONE WITH "THE KENT CARNIVORE LEE COPUS"
In this episode, Lee Copus shares his transformative journey from struggling with ulcerative colitis to discovering the carnivore diet. He recounts the challenges he faced with his health, including multiple flare-ups, emergency surgery, and the mental health struggles that followed. Lee…
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 170 - THE ONE WITH "RAYMOND DENTE"
Raymond has been into fitness and exercise for decades. Has tried the standard carb loading, keto and carnivore and seen many changes. At 65, he does not look or feel his age! Still pumping it out and offers 1 on 1 coaching. Follow him on his IG - @coachalldayray
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 169 - THE ONE WITH "LEAF TO BEEF WITH BIANCA"
In this episode, we have Bianca, who shares her extensive journey from being a raw vegan for 19 years to transitioning to a carnivore diet. Bianca discusses the initial benefits she experienced on a raw vegan diet, the challenges she faced, including health issues and cheat days, and her eventual...
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DESI EM PROJEST - EPISODE 168 - THE ONE WITH "ALESSANDRA AND HER JOURNEY"
Alessandra travelled the world and was advised to eat a whole load of carbs, put through CICO by trainers, fiber which was destroying her body. One she went animal based and then carnivore, everything reversed! Catch her on her socials - IG - @primalhealthcode YouTube -...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 167 - THE ONE WITH "MANAGING TYPE 1 ON CARNIVORE WITH SUSAN"
In this episode of the Desi EM project, Susan Colonna, a retired nurse from Montana, shares her remarkable journey through health challenges and her transition to a carnivore diet. Susan discusses her early interest in biology, influenced by her mother's career in medical laboratories, and her...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 166 - THE ONE WITH "19 YEAR KETOCARNIVORE COLLEEN"
Welcome to Season 5 of THE DESI EM PROJECT. Kicking off the season is Colleen from Australia who has been keto for 16 years and carnivore for 3 and reversed diabetes, hypertension, got her eyesight fixed and lost about 20 kgs on the way! She is living the life and does not look the 69 years she…
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THE DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 165 - "THE ONE WITH JESSICA AND MMIHS RECOVERY"
In this episode, Jessica Roman shares her daughter's remarkable health journey on a carnivore diet. After facing severe health challenges due to a rare genetic condition - macrocystis microcolon intestinal hypoperistalsis syndrome 9MMIHS), Jessica and her family turned to dietary changes that...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 164 - THE ONE WITH "LAUREN JOHNSON"
In this episode, Lauren Johnson shares her transformative journey into the carnivore diet after facing severe health issues, including anxiety, joint pain, and digestive problems. Through her experiences, she highlights the importance of understanding how diet impacts overall health and wellness....
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 163 - THE ONE WITH "DR JOHN UMHAU AND OMEGA 3's"
A practicing addiction medicine specialist, Dr. Umhau directs AlcoholRecoveryMedicine.com, and provides telemedicine treatment for people with alcohol use disorder in Arizona, California, Florida, Maryland, North Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. For over 20 years Dr. Umhau was a senior clinical...
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DESI EM PROJECT - EPISODE 162 - THE ONE WITH "MENTAL AWAKENING FOR ANDREA"
Andrea shares insights into her weight issues for decades and how she not just lost weight but reversed inflammation and other issues on the Carnivore diet. She's now helping women lose weight and coaches them. You can follow and contact her on IG - @brazen.and.bold.wellness Website -...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Founded & created by Dr. Ankur Verma, The DESI EM PROJECT endeavours to bring you discussions on everything emergency medicine, cases, myths, dogmas, concepts, evidence based approaches, fitness, nutrition and much more. We would also be focusing on the Indian emergency medicine scenario. EM, nutrition,wellness guests from India and across the globe would be invited to chat on different topics. This is the 1st Emergency Medicine podcast from India. DM on X with suggestions and feedbacks - @anksv25 or on IG - @thecarnivore.ep. Disclaimer - Do YOUR own research before you believe what you hear
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