The Roof Trollz
by Roman's Roofing
The Roof Trollz is where Elijah and Mike from Roman's Roofing keep it real about everything roofing, business hustle, and leveling up. We're talking tips, tricks, and stories from the field—mixed with plenty of laughs and the grind of building something great. Expect wild stories, behind-the-scenes vibes, and a sneak peek into our company culture. If you think roofing is all work and no play, we’re here to show you just how fun (and a little crazy) it can get.
Episodes
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 50 | Tiger King Exposed: From Prison to Podcast ft. Joe Exotic
In Episode 50 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Angelo dive into an exclusive prison phone interview with Joe Exotic, the larger-than-life zookeeper and star of the unauthorized Netflix docuseries "Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness," which exploded in popularity during the 2020 COVID-19...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 49 | This Ain’t Spirit Halloween: Horror Is a Full-Time Job ft. Justin Hill
In Episode 49 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Eddie sit down with Justin Hill, the creative force behind Haunted Hills Haunted Attractions in Merrillville, Indiana. From a backyard garage party to an eight-acre Halloween empire, Justin shares how Haunted Hills grew into a Midwest landmark...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 48 | We Got an Intern?! Inside Jokes & Missed Shots ft. Austin The Intern
In Episode 48 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Angelo, and Jim welcome Austin the Intern to the table for his first ever appearance. It’s chaos, comedy, and a little roasting, from Pokémon runs to camera fails to the infamous missed accident footage. Austin shares what it’s like stepping into...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 47 | The 50 Yard Bet ft. Nate Holmes & Dustin Cates (Part 2)
In Episode 47 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, we’re back with Part 2 of our convo featuring Nate Holmes of Statement Roofing and Dustin Cates of 3 Kings Roofing. This one’s less business and way more chaos, drinks are flowing, football debates are flying, and a 50-yard bet takes center stage. From…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 46 | From Roofing to Kids’ Books ft. Nate Holmes & Dustin Cates...Again! (Part 1)
In Episode 46 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah Muhm and Jeff Semko sit down with Nate Holmes of Statement Roofing for a fast, funny, and real convo on roofing, sales, and why he wrote a children’s book. Dustin Cates of 3 Kings Roofing drops back in and keeps the room lively with his trademark...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.45 | Portage Power Rising ft. Austin Bonta (Part 2)
In Episode 45 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah Muhm and Jeff Semko continue their conversation with Portage Mayor Austin Bonta, and this time, it’s all about growth, planning, and what it really takes to lead a modern city. From emotional stories about his late dog to controversial opinions on...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.44 | Mayor with A Mission: Rebuild Portage Inside-Out ft. Austin Bonta (Part 1)
In Episode 44 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Jeff sit down with one of the youngest mayors in Indiana history, Austin Bonta, the current Mayor of Portage. What happens when a former special ed teacher becomes mayor… and then changes the entire game? From streamlining outdated city codes…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 43 | You Gotta Create Chaos First ft. Dustin Cates (Part 2)
In Episode 43 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, we’re back with Part 2 of our wild ride with Dustin Cates from 3 Kings Roofing. This time, we dive deeper into expansion mindset, culture clashes, and the real cost of growing fast. Dustin opens up about learning from failure, building trust across…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 42 | Roofing’s About to Change Forever ft. Dustin Cates (Part 1)
In Episode 42 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo sit down with Dustin Cates of 3 Kings Roofing (TX) for a brutally honest look at the future of the roofing industry, and it’s not what you think. From private equity takeovers to collapsing margins and MRP gatekeeping, this…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 41 | We Lost Power, Came Harder: Blackout Didn’t Stop the Hustle ft. Dashaun Bryant
In Episode 41 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, we’re back after the blackout, literally. The livestream got cut mid-convo in Ep. 40, but we’re reloaded for Day 2 with Dashaun Bryant, aka Roof Hustlers. Fresh off the doors and still fired up, Dashaun comes back harder: dropping mindset bombs, breaking...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 40 | Kill the Sales Rep You Are: Rewire Your Hustle ft. Dashaun Bryant
In Episode 40 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Mike go LIVE with none other than Dashaun Bryant, also known as Roof Hustlers, for a raw, on-site session during his 3-day sales training with the Romans Roofing team. Dashaun is known nationwide for his door-to-door grind, closing over 650…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 39 | Don’t Need Everyone Watching, Just the Right Ones ft. Selah Brooks
In Episode 39 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah chops it up with Selah, an energy-first sales pro who built his brand by showing up real, not loud. They get into what it really takes to build your audience the right way: not just numbers, but alignment. Selah talks social media, sales burnout,...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 38 | More Than a Bar: Hobart Roots, Damn Good Food ft. The End Zone Bar & Grill
In Episode 38 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah Muhm and Angelo Saia sit down with Doug Granger, owner of The End Zone and Granger's at the Clock Tower, and longtime bartender Sarah Berkley, to talk about what it really means to build something for your hometown. Doug went from grilling ribs in…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 36 | Adulting with Pokémon ft. Joshua Couwenhoven with Relianz Restorations
In Episode 36 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah Muhm and Angelo Saia link up with special guest Joshua Couwenhoven, GM of Relianz Restorations of NWI and a longtime friend from their MidAmerica days, for an unfiltered mix of pack ripping, real talk, and roofing business. They open Pokémon cards...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 35 | Million-Dollar Hot Dogs: From Rooftops to Relish ft. Ken Dawgs
In Episode 35 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, the crew chops it up with the one and only Ken Dawgs, also known as Ken Koval, a former million-dollar roofing sales who walked away from sales to sling serious heat on a bun. Elijah Muhm, Angelo Saia, and Mike Cortes take a walk down memory lane with…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 34 | Name That Shingle: Inside the Roof Game ft. John Senac
In Episode 34 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah and Mike sit down with John Senac, aka John the Roof Pro, for a high-value, no-fluff deep dive into the roofing industry's evolution, ethical standards, and how real training separates the pros from the posers. Known for his game-changing Name That Shingle...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 33 | Short King Rises: Friendship & Loyalty ft. Kevin Hutson (again)
In Episode 33 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah and Angelo welcome back their fan-favorite "little worker bee" Kevin Hutson for a no-agenda, shoot-the-shit session that delivers height jokes, childhood trauma, and the business philosophy that's driving Roman's Roofing to new heights! The trio dives into...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 32 | Public Adjusters Unleashed ft. National Adjusters
In Episode 32 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah brings in his ride-or-die crew from National Adjusters, Mike Cortes, Josh Grah, and his fiancée Amanda Vavrek, for a no-filter chat that'll make insurance companies squirm! These claim-crushing pros spill the tea on how they battle billion-dollar insurance...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 31 | Big Durish Energy: From Trash Cans to Cash Plans ft. Derek Durish
In Episode 31 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah and Eddie sit down with Derek Durish, local real estate agent, former garbage truck driver, and living proof that grit pays off. Derek shares how he spent over a decade grinding on a garbage truck before flipping the script and building a six-figure real...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 30 | They Told Me Don’t: The Ones You Overlooked ft. Ashley Kotalik & Abigail Durks
In Episode 30 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah and Angelo sit down with two of Roman’s Roofing’s fiercest teammates: Ashley Kotalik and Abigail Durks, for the podcast’s very first all-female staff feature. Ashley shares how she jumped into roofing despite being told it was “financial suicide.” Abigail...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 29 | Fueled by Chaos: Jessie’s Round 2 ft. Jessie Vega
In Episode 29 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah and Angelo sit down with Jessie Vega, a guest returning for his second round, despite his initial appearance being taken down. Jessie shares his wild story of getting fired over that long-lost episode and how it ignited a fierce new start at Romans…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 28 | Multi-Biz Maverick ft. John Jordan
In Episode 28 of The Roof Trollz, host Elijah sits down with John Jordan, a true multi-business maverick from Northwest Indiana. John breaks down his journey running a party rental empire, a private investigation service, and an appliance repair company, all while exposing the dark side of...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 27 | 22 Years. No Filter. One Real Mayor. Ft. Tom McDermott Jr.
In Episode 27 of The Roof Trollz, Elijah, Jeff, and Angelo sit down with Mayor Tom McDermott Jr. — Navy veteran, attorney, and the longest-serving mayor in Hammond, Indiana. With 22 years in office, Tom opens up about the real challenges of leading a city, the pressure of public service, and what...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 26 | Purpose Over Paycheck ft. Aaron T Bethke
In Episode 26 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Mike sit down with Aaron T Bethke from NexGen Exteriors, a Minnesota roofer who’s all about grit, heart, and modern hustle. Recorded at Hook Agency’s Minneapolis spot, this one’s a raw, no-filter convo about roofing with purpose, mastering...
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The Roof Trollz Bonus: MADD Indiana Special | Don’t Drink and Drive – Save Lives Now
In this raw, unplanned bonus episode of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah brings in heavy hitters: Bernard Carter (Lake County Prosecuting Attorney), Yolanda Coriano (MADD Victim Service Specialist), Mayor Josh Huddleston, and Councilman Michael Rodriguez—to tackle a real issue: drunk driving....
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 25 | Brand Like a Boss ft. Sydnee Olsen with Hook Agency
In Episode 25 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Mike and Angelo (no Elijah this time—Sydnee’s stealing his thunder!) sit down with Sydnee Olsen, the CRO of Hook Agency, a digital marketing crew that’s got roofers crushing it on Google. Recorded in Hook’s badass Minneapolis office, this episode is a...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 24 | Prison Rise to Riches ft. Ryan Stewman
In Episode 24 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Sean (first time!) sits down with Ryan Stewman, the unfiltered entrepreneur who turned a prison sentence into a multi-million-dollar empire. From selling dope in the '90s to mastering mortgages, building a ranch, and coaching others to...
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 23 | Hustle Evolved: From Doors to Dynasty ft. Dan & Tiffany Walrack
In Episode 23 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah sits down with Dan and Tiffany Walrack, the powerhouse couple behind Go Beyond the Hustle™, to unpack their epic 26-year journey in the roofing industry. From knocking doors with no safety net to Dan’s jaw-dropping $18.5 million in sales and…
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The Roof Trollz Ep. 22 | The 65M Secret: From Knocking to Owning ft. Tony Flattum, Built Strong Exteriors
In Episode 22 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Angelo welcome Tony Flattum, the visionary behind Built Strong Exteriors, to unpack the jaw-dropping story of how his company scaled to a staggering $65 million in a single year. From humble beginnings knocking on doors to becoming a real…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.21 | NFL Champ to Real Estate Pro (and now a Roof Troll?) ft. Michael Floyd
In Episode 21 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Mike sit down with Michael Floyd—Notre Dame football legend, Super Bowl champion, and now a top-performing real estate pro. From catching touchdowns in the NFL to closing deals in real estate, Michael’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.20 | Why Roofing Changes Lives ft. Ty Adams
In Episode 20 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Mike welcome Ty Adams, a construction executive, entrepreneur, and industry leader with over 22 years of experience. From navigating the complexities of the insurance claims sector to scaling multimillion-dollar businesses, Ty offers unmatched...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.19 | The Journey to 20 Years Strong ft. Reed Asher
In Episode 19 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo sit down with Reed Asher of Built Strong Exteriors to unpack his incredible journey of two decades in the roofing industry. From navigating the ups and downs of leadership to managing a $65M sales team, Reed shares powerful…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.18 | New Guy, Who Dis? Herbie Haskins Joins the Chaos
In Episode 18 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo welcome the newest addition to the Roman's Roofing family, Herbie Haskins, for his podcast debut. From his hilarious takes on roofing culture to an unexpected favorite movie reveal, this episode is packed with laughs, industry...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.17 | Confessions of Trollz ft. The Sales Squad
In Episode 17 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Mike sit down with Romans Roofing's sales dynamos David Serrato and Eddie Castillo for an unfiltered conversation filled with industry insights, hilarious confessions, and genuine camaraderie. Key highlights include: David and Eddie's...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.16 | Stache & Sass Reunion feat. Dante Sabel & Dalia Doherty
In Episode 16 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Jim reunite with Dante Sabel (owner of CORE Exteriors, co-founder of Roof CoLab and Illinois Roofing Institute) and Dalia Doherty (CORE Exteriors team member and co-founder of both Roof CoLab and Illinois Roofing Institute) for a...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.15 | From Steel to Strength feat. Jessie Casas & Bold Strength Fitness
In Episode 15 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Angelo welcome Jesse Casas, owner of Bold Strength Fitness, for a raw conversation about entrepreneurship, personal transformation, and building an elite training facility from the ground up. Key highlights include: Transitioning from…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.14 | BIG BOIZ HAPPY HOUR: End of Year Special feat. Matt Polus & Josh Muhm
In Episode 14, Roman's Roofing owners and The Roof Trollz hosts Elijah and Angelo welcome two members of their sales team, Matt Polus (Sales Manager) and Josh Muhm, for an end-of-year celebration and candid conversation. Over craft cocktails, the owners and team members reflect on their…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.12 | Winning Claims the Viking Way feat. Gio & Viking Public Adjusters
In Episode 12 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Angelo sit down with Giovionni V Braviere (aka. Gio) from Viking Public Adjusters to discuss the world of public adjusting, storm claims, and how Gio helps homeowners win against billion-dollar insurance companies. Gio shares his journey...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.11 | Relationships Over Sales feat. Tyler Stevens & Teddy Hoffman
In Episode 11 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, hosts Elijah and Mike welcome Tyler Stevens and Teddy Hoffman from Complete Contractor Group, based in Texas, to discuss why conversations are more powerful than contracts in roofing sales. Tyler and Teddy share how building genuine connections with...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.10 | Sales Made Personal feat. Jim Mendoza
In Episode 10 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah welcomes Jim Mendoza to dive into the art of making sales personal. Forget the old-school sales tactics—Jim shares how building genuine relationships and trust can transform not just your business but your customers’ lives. From connecting over...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.9 | Proof or Denied: Insurance’s Dirty Secrets Exposed feat. Mike Cortes
In Episode 9 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo sit down with Mike Cortes from National Adjusters LLC to uncover the hidden truths of the insurance industry. From unlicensed inspectors being "glorified picture takers" to the uphill battles homeowners face with claims, this…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.8 | Lightning Bolt Moments: Lessons in Leadership and Fulfillment feat. Wade Tutt
In Episode 8 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah, Mike, and Angelo are joined by Wade Tutt, a roofing industry veteran with a career spanning over two decades. Wade takes listeners on an incredible journey, sharing pivotal "lightning bolt moments" that have defined his path—from scaling roofing...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.7 | From Law to Roofing, Chaos to Growth feat. Jeff, Original Founder and Attorney
In Episode 7 of The Roof Trollz Podcast, Elijah and Mike sit down with their fellow co-owner, Jeff, the original founder of Roman's Roofing. Jeff shares the wild journey of starting the company, including some of the biggest challenges, like a stolen truck and $8,500 trailer just six months in....
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The Roof Trollz Ep.6 | From Roofs to Roasts: Angelo & Eli Unfiltered 🎙️
In Episode #6 of The Roof Trollz, Angelo and Elijah bring their signature humor and unfiltered banter as they share stories from the roofing trenches. This week, we dive into: ✅ The legendary tale of Chuck, the man who hired himself. ✅ Late arrivals, basement roasts, and the art of roofing…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.5 | Industry Insights and Storm Chasing Realities feat. Sam the Roof Guy
In Episode #5 of The Roof Trollz, we’re joined by Sam Paredes, aka Sam the Roof Guy, for an unfiltered dive into the roofing industry. From navigating saturated markets and storm chaser myths to the unexpected lessons of storm restoration, this episode is packed with valuable insights for...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.4 | Million-Dollar Viking: Eddie Castillo’s First-Year Triumph
In Episode 4 of The Roof Trollz, we sit down with Eddie Castillo, the rookie who smashed expectations by crossing $1 million in storm restoration sales in just his first year! Eddie shares his inspiring journey from delivering building materials to becoming a top performer in the roofing…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.3 | Horror Movies Showdown – Cult Classics, Guilty Pleasures & Questionable Cuts!
Halloween might be over, but the horror is far from done! In this episode, Elijah and Mike dive deep into the creepiest, cheesiest, and most controversial horror movies ever made. From dissecting cult classics like Halloween and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre to defending guilty pleasures (Maniac…
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The Roof Trollz Ep.2 | Not-So-Scary Halloween Special with Art the Clown, Kevin, and Eli
Join us for Episode 2 of The Roof Trollz, where we bring a NOT-SO-SCARY Halloween Special to your screens! 🎃 In this episode, hosts Elijah and Mike (aka Art the Clown) team up with Kevin for some light-hearted roofing talk, goofy antics, and Halloween-themed fun. It's a mix of humor, roofing...
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The Roof Trollz Ep.1 | Roofing the Fun Way
Episode 1: Roofing the Fun Way – Our Journey Begins In our very first episode of The Roof Trollz, we’re taking you back to where it all began. From starting out as a small crew with no real plan to growing into the company we are today, we're sharing the highs, the lows, and the unexpected twists...
About this show
The Roof Trollz is where Elijah and Mike from Roman's Roofing keep it real about everything roofing, business hustle, and leveling up. We're talking tips, tricks, and stories from the field—mixed with plenty of laughs and the grind of building something great. Expect wild stories, behind-the-scenes vibes, and a sneak peek into our company culture. If you think roofing is all work and no play, we’re here to show you just how fun (and a little crazy) it can get.
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