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The Let Them Theory

If Books Could Kill by Michael Hobbes & Peter Shamshiri

Apr 23, 202553:44Society & Culture

Peter and Michael discuss The Let Them Theory, a self-help guide to seeking bliss through unmitigated complacency. Where to find us: Peter's newsletter Peter's other podcast, 5-4 Mike's other podcast, Main...

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The Let Them Theory is an episode from If Books Could Kill by Michael Hobbes & Peter Shamshiri. Peter and Michael discuss The Let Them Theory, a self-help guide to seeking bliss through unmitigated complacency. Where to find us: Peter'...

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