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    September 24, 2015
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    #39 Fahmy/Weaponization of Public Affairs/Polaris
    Freelance writer John Semley and food podcaster Jessica Walker discuss Mohamed Fahmy's long-awaited release from Egyptian prison, Chief of Defense Staff General Jon Vance's recent announcement of strategic DND leaks to journalists, and the Polaris Prize Gala.

    Twitter: @johnsemley3000

    Twitter: @foodstuffslife

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    Mohamed Fahmy’s release:

    Weaponization of Public Affairs:

    Viet Cong

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