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Today on the pod, we're talking to Joan, a method actor and scratchers enthusiast.
So, Joan, what do you like about playing scratchers?
Well, as a method actor, it's about becoming the ticket.
Scratching up, down, stage left, stage right.
So what's your motivation?
Because your performance feels so real.
Oh, I was just tapping into my inner scratchers.
Incredible.
Yes.
Bravo me!
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