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Down Ballot Banter

Monèt Marshall and Quay Weston

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Welcome to Down Ballot Banter, the podcast that puts the spotlight on local elections and what local government actually means for you. Hosted by Monèt Marshall and Quay Weston.
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Ballot to Talk About

Sam Rippon and Chern Han Mah

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An international politics podcast discussing elections and political events around the world. Each episode will discuss upcoming elections and offer insights into significant events. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ballot-to-talk-about/support
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"Before the Ballot" is a podcast series focused on Singapore's next general election, co-hosted by Isaac Neo and Jin Yao Kwan. socialservice.sg is a website, podcast, and newsletter dedicated to social service research, practice, and policies in Singapore. Cover art photo by Kelli McClintock on Unsplash.
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2 BLONDES IN A BALLOT BOX

2 BLONDESI N A BALLOT BOX

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WE, THE REST OF THE PEOPLE. Not -The fake news dictators Or - The Prostesters WE, THE REST OF THE PEOPLE. America in your face thoughts, opinions, wants, needs, goals and how to win the best American life.
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Down Ballot

Matthew Moore

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People tend to pay attention to politics when there's a heated Presidential election happening. But what about all of those other names and items, just a little bit lower on the ballot? Down Ballot is a podcast that discusses government and politics on a local level.
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In 1981, ten young men starved themselves to death in a prison on the outskirts of Belfast. They were all members of the Irish Republican Army, and had been protesting their right to be treated as political prisoners. Their deaths shocked the world. The Hunger Strikes made martyrs of the young republican men who died and were the apex of a thirty year conflict in Ireland that – by its conclusion – had claimed the lives of 3,500 people, and gained a euphemism: The Troubles. The strikes also m ...
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Hosted by Adam Darowski of Baseball Reference, Building the Ballot covers takes a deep dive into candidates for the Baseball Hall of Fame’s Era Committees. The Era Committee process replaced the old Veterans Committee process for the 2011 election. This podcast covers the Classic Baseball Era (beginning of time until 1979) and the Contemporary Baseball Era (1980 to present, split into a players ballot and a non-players ballot).
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Battleground: Ballot Box

Georgia Public Broadcasting

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It’s been nearly three years since a failed attempt to overturn Georgia’s presidential results. Now, a grand jury in Atlanta will soon decide if former President Donald Trump and his allies will face criminal charges for their actions. In this special season of Battleground: Ballot Box, Georgia Public Broadcasting political reporter Stephen Fowler continues to track the fight for who we vote for and how those votes are counted with an in-depth look at historic investigation into election int ...
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Bots & Ballots

Yahoo News

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In the digital era, information and the social media platforms used to spread it have become weapons of choice for those seeking to short circuit American democracy. Yahoo News' new weekly podcast Bots & Ballots explores the intersection of politics and technology as told by those in Washington, DC, and Silicon Valley trying to prevent a repeat of the infiltration of the 2016 presidential election. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Never Mind the Ballots

Reach Podcasts

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Never Mind the Ballots is a podcast tackling the biggest political issues in Bristol. The show is hosted by Bristol Live's politics editor, Esme Ashcroft, who will be joined by a different politician and member of the public each week. Each episode will address stories from the past week, with guests offering their opinions and values.
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Monét and Quay wrap up the season of Down Ballot Banter with humor, gratitude, and grace in this reflective and heartfelt finale. From celebrating hard-fought wins to pondering big questions about the future of local politics, they share their lessons learned, challenges faced, and hopes for what’s next. Tune in, take a deep breath, and join us as …
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This week’s episode breaks down results from elections in three Canadian provinces and looks ahead to an upcoming snap polling day in Nova Scotia. Sam and Chern discuss differing fortunes for incumbents in British Columbia, New Brunswick and Saskatchewan as the federal parties look ahead to the imminent election. Why did incumbents survive in BC an…
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Gerry Adams stands down as the President of Sinn Fein and is replaced by Mary Lou McDonald, a middle-class Dubliner with no personal connection to the Troubles. Sinn Fein achieves an historic result in the 2020 election and announces itself as Ireland’s main opposition party. That’s until Dublin explodes into far-right riots and Sinn Fein’s uneasy …
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Connect with Andru Ballota: @andru-ballota www.andruballota.com twitter.com/AndruBallota instagram.com/aballota mixcloud.com/AndruBallota/ tinyurl.com/Airborneradio play.spotify.com/artist/7ptqPIUtY…&utm_medium=open #AirborneRadio 114 Tracklist Vomee - Bring It Back [Siamese] MAUR Vs Dave Spoon - At Night (Extended Mix) [Toolroom] Beat Inside, UNDE…
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In Omagh, a car bomb kills 29 people, including two unborn children. It is the biggest single atrocity of the Troubles and comes just four months after the Good Friday Agreement is signed. The peace holds… but the Omagh Bomb shows that Pandora’s Box of paramilitary violence opened decades earlier will not be straightforward to close. Nonetheless, a…
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The Provisional IRA end their ceasefire in spectacular fashion, and the scale of the bomb detonated in the middle of Canary Wharf sparks renewed attempts to end the Troubles. Britain and Ireland have new Prime Ministers, who share a personal connection and a desire to get an agreement over the line, fast. And.. behind closed doors, Monica McWilliam…
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Two IRA men – John Crawley and Martin Ferris – are caught with seven tons of ammunition on their boat, just off the coast of Kerry. They are sentenced to 10 years in prison. Meanwhile, the IRA take their fight to the British mainland with renewed vigour. Bombs explode in Brighton, Hyde Park, and Manchester, killing thousands of innocent civilians a…
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Ten young men starve themselves to death in a prison outside Belfast. One of them – Bobby Sands – is an elected MP. Their deaths bring widespread sympathy to the Republican cause and the Provisional IRA’s little-known political wing, Sinn Féin, is bolstered by increasing electoral success. Two years later – at the height of the hottest summer on re…
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The Provisional IRA run a disciplined and efficient operation and prove capable of bringing bloody war to the British Army. A cat and mouse game on the streets of Belfast and Derry intensifies with each passing week, each side becoming further entrenched in a brutal cycle of violence that will define the 1970s. And, at a pub in Armagh, near the Iri…
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In 1969, violence explodes across Northern Ireland. Catholics, who were treated as second-class citizens by the Protestant majority, march in protest and are beaten back by the country’s sectarian police force. The British Army arrives to restore order, but the violence escalates further into guerrilla war, led by a revived Irish Republican Army. T…
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Margaret Brunson, a seasoned leader in mental and behavioral health, brings a fresh perspective on leadership and authenticity. With a background in social justice movements and government collaborations, Brunson is all about empowering communities through self-leadership and genuine transformation. Join us as she shares her insights on the importa…
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Monèt and Quay welcome the inspiring Wesley Morris, a true North Carolina native, activist, and Reverend, who shares his journey from the church pews to political organizing in the streets. Wesley reflects on how growing up in a tight-knit church community and later experiencing campus activism at NC A&T shaped his political identity. With stories …
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This week’s episode discusses the results from the US Presidential and Congressional elections that saw Donald Trump return to the White House and his Republican Party seemingly take full control of Congress. How did Trump become only the second person to win two non-consecutive presidential terms? What do the Democrats need to do next? Why did dow…
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Sinn Féin, the party that emerged as the political wing of the Provisional IRA, made history when it won the popular vote in the Ireland’s 2020 General Election and came within touching distance of taking power on both sides of the Irish border. Whatever you think of them, Sinn Féin remain one of the most consequential political movements in recent…
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Tomorrow's the big day, and Monét and Quay are fired up! From grieving the grind of unenthusiastic voting to embracing unexpected “little dreams,” get reminded of why we show up and what we’re fighting for. This one’s for everyone who feels disillusioned yet hopeful, tired but inspired, and ready to build something better, together. Are you ready t…
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This week’s episode discusses results from legislative elections in both Lithuania and Japan. In Lithuania, the Social Democrats have topped the polls, ending Ingrida Šimonytė’s premiership. How did they manage to win the election? What will the next Government look like, and who will be Prime Minister? In Japan, new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s…
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Connect with Andru Ballota: @andru-ballota www.andruballota.com twitter.com/AndruBallota instagram.com/aballota mixcloud.com/AndruBallota/ tinyurl.com/Airborneradio play.spotify.com/artist/7ptqPIUtY…&utm_medium=open #AirborneRadio 113 Tracklist Jewel Kid - The Key (Original mix) [Toolroom] IN/ROTATION (Insomniac Records) Adam Beyer - Don't Go (Orig…
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Are young voters really disengaged, or are they just demanding a better system? Find out in this episode! Recorded live at No Preference Fest, Monét and Quay are bringing you a conversation featuring Mary Black, Aminah Jenkins, and Brea Perry that breaks down the myths about voters under 30. They share their perspectives on the political system, wh…
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This week, Sam and Chern dissect results from two regional elections in Australia, in the ACT and Queensland. In the ACT, the Labor Party continued their dominance, but there is a change of the guard in Queensland, with the Liberals preventing a fourth Labor term. Can Labor be beaten in the ACT? Why did they lose control in Queensland? What will th…
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#ElectionDay November 5th 2024 Americans will vote for #America! #TooBigToRig The #Polls, Who do you trust? EVERY VOTE COUNTS! EVERY SINGLE VOTER CAN VOTE FOR PRESIDENT TRUMP, IT DOESN'T MATTER WHAT PARTY YOU'RE IN. Early #voting #terrorism #war #Pray #peace #President #Republican #ElectionIntegrity #USA #Israel #Hamas #Gaza #Hostages #Beepers #Ele…
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With environmental consultant Bertrand Seah, we discuss the progress made in environmental policies since GE2020 and what gaps still exist. We also talk about the state of climate advocacy in Singapore, how environmental issues have impacted politics in other countries, and discuss whether environmental issues will still be an important election is…
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Monét is flying solo in this episode as Quay enjoys some well-deserved family vacation time, but she’s joined by an incredible guest: filmmaker and media storyteller Saleem Reshamwala. Together, they dive into how local media is changing in North Carolina, why it’s harder than ever to get good political coverage, and how YOU can spot bias in the ne…
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This week’s episode continues the preview of the upcoming elections in the US, focussing on the Gubernatorial races and the Harris-Trump presidential contest at the top of the ticket. Sam and Chern unpack the state of the race heading into the final few weeks. What have been the main themes of the election? What are the states to watch out for? Are…
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In this special bonus episode, hosts Monét Marshall and Quay Weston take you to the North Carolina Labor Commissioner debate. Held on October 1 in Smithfield, NC, the debate featured Democratic candidate Braxton Winston and Republican candidate Luke Farley. Monét and Quay catch up with attendees to find out why they came, which candidate spoke to t…
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Join Monét and Quay as they talk with the inspiring Dreama Caldwell, Executive Co-Director at Down Home NC, who went from navigating the criminal justice system to leading a movement for change in small-town North Carolina. Dreama shares how she found her political home (spoiler: it involves a lot of butcher paper and a whole new take on small-town…
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We will get through this! Don't give up, you have help! We are America! Americans are strong #Hurricane survival #Helene #Milton #Florida, #relief #support, resources #UnitedCajunNavy HELP IS HERE. The entire #USA #VOTES FOR #TRUMP #AmericaFirstALWAYS episode 11.mp32 BLONDESI N A BALLOT BOX
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Recorded live at No Preference Fest, this panel breaks down the powerful intersection of the Black church and North Carolina politics. Monét leads the conversation as Jesse Huddleston, Brea Perry, and Donna Coltrane Battle explore the Black church's expansive traditions, role in liberatory movements, and deep connection to justice work. Tune in as …
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This week, Sam and Chern dissect results from the Austrian legislative election, and the presidential contest in Sri Lanka. In Austria, the Freedom Party came first for the first time, but why were they so popular in this cycle? Why did the Peoples Party perform so poorly? And despite this, why are they still the kingmakers in Government? In Sri La…
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Monèt and Quay get into the critical aspects of election oversight with Erica Porter, chair of the Wake County Board of Elections. Learn about legislative control over election regulations, acceptable forms of identification for voting, and the impact of college IDs on voter participation. Erica shares insights into building electoral trust and enc…
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This week, Sam and Chern unpack results from three German Landtag elections in the East of the country – Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg. As the AfD scored their best regional results ever, what has been key to the far right’s success in Germany? Does the Brandenburg result suggest a glimmer of hope for the SPD on the federal level? Can the CDU c…
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Connect with Andru Ballota: @andru-ballota www.andruballota.com twitter.com/AndruBallota instagram.com/aballota mixcloud.com/AndruBallota/ tinyurl.com/Airborneradio play.spotify.com/artist/7ptqPIUtY…&utm_medium=open #AirborneRadio 112 Tracklist Crusy - Hey Girls, B-Boys (Extended Mix) [Toolroom] Illyus & Barrientos - D.A.N.C.E (Extended Mix) [Toolr…
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Ever wondered what the Commissioner of Labor really does or why a picture in an elevator just doesn’t cut it? Join us for a special live episode of Down Ballot Banter recorded at No Preference Fest, where Monét and Quay sit down with Braxton Winston—labor union advocate, former Charlotte City Council member, and current candidate for NC Labor Commi…
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Following our earlier conversation with former nominated member of parliament Anthea Ong on the current state of mental health and well-being in Singapore, we invited her back to chat about her stint in parliament. In particular, we discussed a 2022 book she edited, which gathered the perspectives and personal reflections of 20 past and present NMP…
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Ever IG-stalk your political heroes? Well, Quay has. In this episode of Down Ballot Banter, we’re joined by Blair Reeves, the man behind Carolina Forward, who’s been out here fighting the good fight for state-level sanity (think: keeping loaded AR-15s out of schools – yep, that was almost a thing). We break down why local elections matter, how gerr…
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This week, Sam and Chern begin their preview of the upcoming US elections, focussing on the battle for Congress in the House and Senate. How has Biden’s decision to exit the presidential race affected the battle to control the legislative chambers? What are the competitive House districts and Senate seats that will decide control? Will there be any…
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The calendar has changed to September. The air is cooler. The leaves are changing colors. The kids are back at school. That means it's Hall of Fame season! This winter, the Classic Baseball Era Committee will meet to discuss candidates who made their mark on the game prior to 1980. I've been anxiously awaiting this ballot because it seems like an i…
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In the debut episode of Down Ballot Banter, hosts Monèt Noelle Marshall and Quay Weston kick off the conversation about the world of local politics. Have you ever wondered how local elections impact your daily life? From zoning laws to public schools, these often-overlooked decisions shape our communities in surprising ways. Monèt and Quay share pe…
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This week, Sam and Chern turn their attention to Australia, reviewing the election in the Northern Territory, and previewing upcoming polls in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Queensland. In the Northern Territory, why did the Labor Party lose power so decisively? Why were the Country Liberals so successful? After a period of complete con…
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Connect with Andru Ballota: @andru-ballota www.andruballota.com twitter.com/AndruBallota instagram.com/aballota mixcloud.com/AndruBallota/ tinyurl.com/Airborneradio play.spotify.com/artist/7ptqPIUtY…&utm_medium=open #AirborneRadio 111 Tracklist Papa Smurf - Believe (MAJIK) ANII , Aurora Blasi & Pjero -Somebody That I Used To Know (Original Mix) [To…
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With PhD student Joel Yew (The University of Texas at Austin), we discuss the record number of vacancies in parliament as well as his research on the parliamentary representation of marginalised communities in Singapore. We also briefly explore the political and electoral aftermath of the government's repeal of Section 377A of the penal code. Joel …
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Returning earlier than expected for an emergency episode, Sam and Chern discuss Joe Biden’s historic decision to withdraw from the 2024 Presidential Election and the state of this renewed race. Why did Biden choose to withdraw from the race, and was it a surprise how quickly the party adopted Kamala Harris as the replacement? Why did Harris pick Ti…
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Connect with Andru Ballota: @andru-ballota www.andruballota.com twitter.com/AndruBallota instagram.com/aballota mixcloud.com/AndruBallota/ tinyurl.com/Airborneradio play.spotify.com/artist/7ptqPIUtY…&utm_medium=open #AirborneRadio 110 Tracklist Tinlicker - Blowfish (Extended Mix) [PIAS/ELECTRONIQUE] Nicky Romero Press Monocule & Marcus Santoro - Fi…
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Issues of migration, citizenship, multiculturalism, and nationalism have featured prominently in both our politics and elections. Across two episodes with Dr. Rebecca Tan of the National University of Singapore, we take a deep dive into these issues. Fundamentally, she asks, what is fair and what is right? And how do we treat individuals more equit…
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We have returned for a special look at the UK's dramatic 2024 election, which saw Labour win a landslide majority on a record low share of the vote and Ed Davey humiliate himself for attention. Features some unavoidable discussion of Chris' mortgage. Chris also published this insightful piece, and Jonathan was inspired to rant about FPTP a bit.…
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In this week’s episode, Sam and Chern discuss the surprise results from the snap French legislative election and unpack the Starmer Cabinet in the UK just over a week on from the General Election. How did the New Popular Front pull off a first place finish in this snap election? Why did the National Rally fall far short of expectations? And as talk…
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Issues of migration, citizenship, multiculturalism, and nationalism have featured prominently in both our politics and elections. Across two episodes with Dr. Rebecca Tan of the National University of Singapore, we take a deep dive into these issues. Fundamentally, she asks, what is fair and what is right? And how do we treat individuals more equit…
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In this 2024 UK General Election special, Sam and Chern discuss the results as they unfolded throughout the night. Sir Keir Starmer has become UK Prime Minister following a landslide victory, but there were so many stories underneath the surface. How did the Labour Party win such a commanding majority? Which seats provided the most interesting stor…
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HOW TO DEBATE ASLEEP #JoeBidenObviously there's not a single competent cabinet member. WAKE UP #SleepyJoe #YoureFired #BIDEN #Debate #Trump #POTUS #Election #Vote #Kamala #SanFrancisco #MayorWillieBrown #AskBlanche #Secretary #Mayorkas #Buttigieg #KarineJeanPierre #Press #Conventions #Whitehouse #DefenseSecretary #LloydAustin #FreedomofSpeech #Amer…
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Sam and Chern look back at results from South Africa’s General Election, and conclude their preview of the UK General Election, focussing on Northern Ireland and Scotland. In South Africa, the ANC have failed to obtain a majority for the first time since 1994 and have formed a unity coalition with the Democratic Alliance. Why did the ANC choose the…
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Connect with Andru Ballota: @andru-ballota www.andruballota.com twitter.com/AndruBallota instagram.com/aballota mixcloud.com/AndruBallota/ tinyurl.com/Airborneradio play.spotify.com/artist/7ptqPIUtY…&utm_medium=open #AirborneRadio 109 Tracklist Zsak-Take It (Extended Mix) [There Was Jack Ahmet Atasever - Deja Visite (Extended Mix) [AVA Recordings] …
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