Not so much a meet-cute as it is a meet-kill-them-both-please. I need a break to do actual work. Or at least be present in a meeting or two. I'll get to the rest of Fridays shows in a couple hours. Impressions: Not to be glib, but having the title screamed at me every couple […]
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