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The Stages of Life, Socialism & Jesus Christ is a Mirror | YP Hour

Yannis Pappas moves through the stages of life and how they shape our interactions as we cross paths—before and after getting kicked in the D. Then he explains what socialism really is and reflects on Jesus of Nazareth as a mysterious mirror. How you react to him is what matters, ...  Show more

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