Comedic duo The Fan Brigade talk about finding yourself, finding some help and finding your best friend.
Livi and Amanda's chicken of choice? Rotisserie chicken from Bird On A Wire (plus coleslaw, naturally)
Content Warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual assault and suicide.
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