Chris Kluwe nerds out, Brian Babylon on Star Trek and Game of Thrones 101

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NFL punter and vocal LGBTQ ally Chris Kluwe talks about making up new curse words, Carmen Sandiego and his new book Beautifully Unique Sparkleponies. Comedian Brian Babylon talks nerdy to us (about his favorite Star Trek movie) and our pal Meghan lets us listen in as her stepmother convinces her to watch Game of Thrones.

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Chris Kluwe nerds out, Brian Babylon on Star Trek and Game of Thrones 101

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