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Showing Emotion

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Showing Emotion

Tim from New Gloucester criticizes Janet Mills’ speaking style, comparing her to a kindergarten teacher and mocking her attempts at showing emotion. Tim also comments on the end of the major ice agent part of a protest. Matt shifts the conversation to a more philosophical tone, urging listeners to reflect on their happiness and criticizing the constant exposure to negative news. He notes that his emotional outbursts on the show are popular with listeners, but warns against constant outrage, suggesting that people should find hobbies and step back from social media to avoid emotional exhaustion.

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