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  • T1C 05 | The 1% Closer With Reed Goossens

    T1C 05 | The 1% Closer With Reed Goossens
    Oct 17 2025

    Title: The 1% Closer With Reed Goossens

    Summary: Reed emphasizes that grit, consistency, and continuous learning are the keys to long-term success. He attributes his achievements to showing up daily, evolving constantly, and embracing discomfort. The biggest risk he ever took was moving to the United States with no set plan — a move that completely changed his life and career trajectory. He believes in “falling forward,” taking action before having everything figured out, and letting growth happen through persistence and adaptability.

    Bullet Points Highlight: * Grit and determination drive long-term success. * Consistency and daily discipline create compounding results. * Continuous learning and evolution are essential for growth. * Confidence matters more than being the smartest in the room. * Resilience during tough times separates top performers. * Taking calculated risks opens life-changing opportunities. * Growth happens outside your comfort zone. * Start before you’re ready—action leads to progress. * Accountability and mindset fuel entrepreneurship. * Embrace a “fall forward” mentality—learn and keep moving.

    Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links:

    Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq / @sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq / sethbradleyesq / sethbradleyesq https://passiveincomeattorney.com/set... https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/s... / sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyes...

    Reed Goossens’s Links: https://www.instagram.com/reedgoossen... / reed-goossens / reedgoossenspage / @reedgoossensrei https://reedgoossens.com/
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  • TME 19 | The Interest Rate Shock & What It Really Means for Your Deal With Reed Goossens

    TME 19 | The Interest Rate Shock & What It Really Means for Your Deal With Reed Goossens
    Oct 15 2025

    Title: The Interest Rate Shock & What It Really Means for Your Deal With Reed Goossens

    In this episode of Raise the Bar, Seth sits down with Australian real estate entrepreneur and syndicator Reed Goossens for a deep dive into the current state of multifamily real estate, capital raising challenges, and lessons learned from recent market cycles. Reed shares why he believes now is still a great time to buy despite economic uncertainty, citing historic absorption rates, long-term demand drivers, and significant pricing resets since the 2022 market peak. He discusses how operators must get creative with deal structures, partner with institutional capital, and stay relentlessly consistent in raising money. Reed also opens up about his journey from civil engineer to real estate investor, the importance of betting on yourself, and how grit and perseverance separate those who thrive in tough markets.

    Links to watch and subscribe:

    Bullet Point Highlights:

    - Multifamily pricing is 20–40% below 2022 peaks, making it a prime time to buy.

    - Demand remains strong with historic absorption in key Sunbelt markets, even with new supply.

    - Class C vintage assets are distressed, creating opportunities for deep value acquisitions.

    - Rate hikes crushed values, but early rate cuts and stabilization are setting up recovery.

    - Stimulus roll-off and inflation drove delinquencies, exposing weak rent assumptions.

    - Capital raises have shrunk dramatically, forcing operators to get creative with structures.

    - Relationships and consistent investor outreach are outperforming online marketing efforts.

    - Experienced operators who can actually close deals hold a major advantage right now.

    - Reed’s focus is on grit, consistency, humility, and staying grounded while growing.

    - His next big move is a CPA firm roll-up, creating cash flow and cross-sell opportunities.

    Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links:

    Seth Bradley’s Links:

    https://x.com/sethbradleyesq

    https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq

    www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq

    https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq

    https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/

    https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/

    https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq

    https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq

    https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en

    Reed Goossens’s Links: https://www.instagram.com/reedgoossens/?hl=en

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/reed-goossens/

    https://www.facebook.com/reedgoossenspage/

    https://www.youtube.com/@ReedGoossensREI

    https://reedgoossens.com/
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    29 m
  • MDM 04 | Million Dollar Monday With Sandhya Seshadri

    MDM 04 | Million Dollar Monday With Sandhya Seshadri
    Oct 13 2025

    Title: MDM 04 | Million Dollar Monday With Sandhya Seshadri

    In this Million Dollar Monday episode, Seth interviews Sandhya about her journey to making her first, last, and next million dollars. She shares that her first million came from trading stocks and options, leveraging stock options from her employer and learning to trade independently. While Seth points out that alternative investors often dismiss traditional markets, both acknowledge that liquidity is the unmatched advantage of the stock market. Her last million was earned through multifamily real estate investments during what she calls the golden era of multifamily, taking profits before the 2022 interest rate hikes. Looking ahead, she plans to make her next million through a combination of stocks, oil and gas investments, and multifamily—if the market rebounds.

    Bullet Points Highlight: - Sandhya made her first million through stock trading and options, including company stock options. - Seth notes that while alternative investors often overlook stocks, they still have a role—especially for liquidity. - Both agree that liquidity is a key advantage of the stock market. - Her last million came from multifamily real estate deals, selling properties before interest rates rose in 2022. - She refers to that time as the golden era of multifamily. - Her next million will come from a diversified mix of stocks, oil and gas, and multifamily investments. - She’s optimistic about a future rebound in the multifamily market. - The conversation highlights a balance between traditional markets and alternative investments. - Seth reinforces the theme of adaptability across market cycles.

    Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links:

    Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq / @sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq / sethbradleyesq / sethbradleyesq https://passiveincomeattorney.com/set... https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/s... / sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyes...

    Sandhya Seshadri’s Links: / sandhya_multifamily / engineered-capital / sandhya.sseshadri
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  • T1C 04 | The 1% Closer with Sandhya Seshadri

    T1C 04 | The 1% Closer with Sandhya Seshadri
    Oct 10 2025

    Title: The 1% Closer With Sandhya Seshadri Summary:

    In this short exchange between Seth Bradley and Sandhya Seshadri, Seth asks what separates Sandhya as a top 1% performer. Sandhya shares that her resilience and fearlessness stem from humble beginnings — arriving with almost nothing, living frugally, and learning to rebuild from scratch. She attributes her success to persistence, adaptability, and surrounding herself with positive energy. Sandhya emphasizes removing negativity, outsourcing low-value tasks, and maintaining the determination to find a way forward no matter what.

    Bullet Points Highlight:

    • Came to the country with only two suitcases and $8 per week for food.

    • Not afraid of failure or starting over — knows exactly how to rebuild from scratch.

    • Maintains low expenses and simple living (still drives an 11-year-old car).

    • Values persistence and finding a way forward no matter what.

    • If one route fails, takes another — “go off-road and make your own trail.”

    • Believes success leaves clues — find someone who’s done it before and follow their path.

    • Never gives up — persistence and consistency drive results.

    • Removes naysayers and negative influences from life.

    • Outsources draining tasks and avoids time-wasting relationships.

    • Focuses on protecting energy and replacing negativity with productive, positive people.

    Transcript:

    Speaker 2 (00:00.174) You're clearly in the top 1 % of what you do. What is it about you that separates you from the rest of the field?

    I'm not afraid of failing and starting from scratch because I came here with nothing. I came here with two suitcases. Eight dollars a week was my food budget. I know exactly what I need to cut back if I was to lose everything and start over again. And I still drive an 11 year old car. I don't have fancy, fancy expenses other than the need to travel for which I'll always find a way. So that's the other thing is persistence.

    and always finding a way to get there. So if path one fails, you know, go off road and find your own trail to get to that destination. Don't give up. There's somebody has done it before you. Just go find that person and follow their footsteps.

    Is there any other mindset or habit you think that puts you in that top 1 % of performers in the field?

    Never give up and delete the naysayers from your life. Sometimes it's like just freeing up your time from all the people that drain you and the tasks that drain you. So outsource the tasks, get rid of the people. Just be busy when they want to get together with you and replace them with somebody else and just that energy shift can make such a big difference.

    Speaker 2 (01:19.662) Thank you so much.

    Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links: Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/ https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en Sandhya Seshadri’s Links: https://www.instagram.com/sandhya_multifamily/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/engineered-capital/ https://www.facebook.com/sandhya.sseshadri/
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  • TME 18 | The Underwriting Lie: Most Capital Raisers Don’t Know Their Own Deal With Sandhya Seshadri

    TME 18 | The Underwriting Lie: Most Capital Raisers Don’t Know Their Own Deal With Sandhya Seshadri
    Oct 8 2025

    She began in corporate tech with an Electrical Engineering degree and an MBA, then pivoted to real estate — and now oil & gas. Sandhya Seshadri explains why she focuses on pre-drilled, proven wells for stronger cash flow and tax advantages, how she underwrites energy deals (breakevens, operator scale, transparency), and why trust and education win in capital raising. We cover temporary GP elections for year-one tax treatment, modeling crude-price scenarios, and how to speak to LP risk honestly. If you raise capital, this will sharpen your pitch — and your due diligence.

    Bullet Point Highlights:

    - Corporate tech → real estate → oil & gas pivot

    - Focus on proven locations / multi-well programs to reduce dry-well risk

    - Double-digit cash flow; many investors target capital back in ~2–3 years

    - Due diligence: operator scale, track record, county records, breakevens

    - Year-one GP elections for IDCs/depletion; confirm with your CPA

    - Raising in 2025: radical transparency, education, fewer but deeper LP relationships

    - Only promote deals you’d invest in yourself; diversify and address risks up front

    - Core values: integrity, health, balance, and building a business that lasts

    Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links: Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/ https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en Sandhya Seshadri’s Links: https://www.instagram.com/sandhya_multifamily/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/engineered-capital/ https://www.facebook.com/sandhya.sseshadri/

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    38 m
  • FBF 05 | Flash Back Friday | Why the Ultra-Wealthy Pay Less Tax And How You Can Too with Rich Dad Poor Dad Tax Advisor Tom Wheelwright

    FBF 05 | Flash Back Friday | Why the Ultra-Wealthy Pay Less Tax And How You Can Too with Rich Dad Poor Dad Tax Advisor Tom Wheelwright
    Oct 3 2025
    Title: Why the Ultra-Wealthy Pay Less Tax And How You Can Too with Rich Dad Poor Dad Tax Advisor Tom Wheelwright Summary: In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, host Seth Bradley and tax expert Tom Wheelwright discuss the intricacies of tax strategies for high-income professionals, particularly in the realm of real estate investments. They explore how to leverage tax incentives, the importance of depreciation, and the benefits of real estate syndications. Tom emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to taxes, focusing on long-term wealth building rather than short-term deductions. The conversation also touches on the significance of having a strong team of advisors and the importance of education in achieving financial freedom. Links to watch and subscribe: https://youtu.be/rvqgik6QCtI?si=U9Rc-6cHI6Ik57QU Bullet Point Highlights: Highly paid professionals bear the biggest tax burden.Investing in alternative assets can work with tax incentives.Depreciation allows for tax deductions without cash outlay.Real estate syndications can provide significant tax benefits.Understanding the real estate professional status is crucial for tax advantages.Avoiding Schedule C can reduce audit risks.Education is essential for making informed investment decisions.Building a team is key to successful investing.Passive income provides freedom from traditional work.Tax strategies should align with long-term financial goals. Transcript: Seth Bradley (00:10.154) What's up law nation? Welcome to the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, the best place for learning about the world of alternative passive investments so that you can have more freedom, flexibility, and fun. If you're ready to say bye-bye billables no more, start by going to attorneybydesign.com to download the Freedom Blueprint to get started. This will also get you access to opportunities to partner with us on one of our next passive real estate investments. We'd love to get you started, get you on board and get you on your way to financial freedom. All right, kiddos, let's talk about taxes, baby. Boring to some, but not to us. We're highly paid professionals and we've worked damn hard to get where we are. We make this economy spin round and round, but what's the reward? We bear the biggest tax burden. Highly paid W-2s hit the hardest with taxes because... Well, that's just the way that our beautiful system is set up. On the other side of the tax spectrum though, are investors and entrepreneurs. Now you might be asking yourself, you know, why is that? Because that's the beautiful system that we have set up and it's just set up to incentivize certain behaviors that the government deems the most important things like energy. things like entrepreneurship, things like housing or real estate. See, when we invest in alternative assets like businesses, energy and real estate, we are working with Uncle Sam, not against him. He becomes our friend rather than our foe. Notice that I did not mention stocks, bonds and mutual funds in that category, in those categories of things. Those traditional investments are not tax incentivized unless you lock them away in a retirement account. which you can't access without penalties until you're gray. So how do we as attorneys, doctors, engineers, the friend, Uncle Sam, you got it. We just said it. You jump into tax incentivize alternative investments, but there are other tools in your arsenal as well. That's not the only game in town. You can stack these things. Have your other half become a real estate professional and we'll dive what that is into later. Seth Bradley (02:30.926) Now your passive losses can offset your active income. Set up a tax sheltered infinite banking policy. You still have access to your capital. Plus you accrue compounding tax free interest. So your money works in two places, at least in two places at once. Saving is for losers. Lazy money disappears, especially in a hyperinflationary environment like the one we're in right now. Make your money work. and make it work with Uncle Sam, not against him. And no one knows more about how to create tax-free wealth than our legendary guest today, Rich Dad advisor and Robert Kiyosaki's right-hand CPA, Tom Wheelwright. Tom is a tax and wealth expert, CPA, CEO of WealthAbility, bestselling author of Tax-Free Wealth. It's part of the Rich Dad advisor series. speaker, entrepreneur and host of the WealthAbility show. Tom has spoken on stage on every continent to over 100,000 entrepreneurs, small business owners and investors. His goal is to help people achieve their financial dreams faster by permanently and legally reducing their taxes. Real Right is a contributor to Entrepreneur Magazine and his work has been featured and seen in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post and on Fox and Friends, NPR. And the list goes on super stoked for this. If you're ready, let's jump in. This is the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, where ...
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  • TME 17 | Scorched Earth Real Estate: Why You Don’t Want a Billion Dollar Business with Gino Barbaro

    TME 17 | Scorched Earth Real Estate: Why You Don’t Want a Billion Dollar Business with Gino Barbaro
    Oct 1 2025
    Title: TME 17 | Scorched Earth Real Estate: Why You Don’t Want a Billion Dollar Business with Gino Barbaro In this episode, Seth Bradley sits down with multifamily investor and coach Gino Barbero for a deep conversation on real estate investing, mindset, and values. They discuss the reality of today’s uncertain market and why deals are still possible if you stick to timeless frameworks like Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right. Gino emphasizes that choosing between syndications, joint ventures, or long-term holds should come after reflecting on your personal patterns, values, and lifestyle goals. Seth shares his journey from a blue-collar upbringing to med school, then law school, before breaking free of the W-2 mindset after discovering Rich Dad Poor Dad and BiggerPockets. Both reveal how emotions like anger or a thirst for freedom became catalysts for entrepreneurial growth and how inherited beliefs from parents shaped, and sometimes limited, their early choices. Gino outlines his core values, People First, Unwavering Ethics, Extreme Ownership, Make It Happen, and Growth Mindset, and explains why values-based decision making is the foundation of success in business, partnerships, and life. The conversation ends on legacy: living by values, helping families, and leaving the world a better place. Bullet Point Highlights: Market Reality, deals are harder but not dead, framework Buy Right, Manage Right, Finance Right still applies JV vs. Syndication, JVs may better fit lifestyle goals, decide based on whether you want scale or freedom Mindset Shift, success starts with identifying empowering vs. disempowering patterns before picking a vehicle Seth’s Story, from coal miner’s son, med school, law school, house hacking, real estate entrepreneur Catalysts for Change, Seth’s thirst for freedom and Rich Dad Poor Dad, Gino’s anger channeled into growth Inherited Beliefs, parents’ caution or W-2 mindset often shape early decisions until consciously broken Values-Based Decisions, align investments and partnerships with personal values to avoid costly mistakes Gino’s Core Values, People First, Unwavering Ethics, Extreme Ownership, Make It Happen, Growth Mindset Redefining Success, question vanity goals like “a billion in real estate”, align goals with lifestyle vision Parallel Lives, closed doors in Wall Street and med school led Seth and Gino to better aligned entrepreneurial paths Legacy, Gino wants to be remembered for living by values, helping families, and leaving the world stronger Links from the Show and Guest Info and Links: Seth Bradley’s Links: https://x.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.youtube.com/@sethbradleyesq www.facebook.com/sethbradleyesq https://www.threads.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.instagram.com/sethbradleyesq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethbradleyesq/ https://passiveincomeattorney.com/seth-bradley/ https://www.biggerpockets.com/users/sethbradleyesq https://medium.com/@sethbradleyesq https://www.tiktok.com/@sethbradleyesq?lang=en Gino Barbaro’s Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gino-barbaro-03973b4b/ https://www.instagram.com/barbaro_360/ https://myworstinvestmentever.com/ep732-gino-barbaro https://www.facebook.com/JoinGinosFamily/ Transcript: Seth Bradley, Esq. (00:00.169) but man, that's, I was like, I was being sarcastic. Like, is that volume up? Gino (00:03.278) . No, actually, sarcasm is, I'm Italian and I'm from New York, so sarcasm works really good. So how you been? Seth Bradley, Esq. (00:12.105) There you go. I've been good brother, been good man. How about you? Gino (00:18.54) I mean, on the deal front, last year or so, it's been pretty painful. I mean, everything else is great. I got no complaints. Everything else is excellent, seriously. But other than that, I'm doing okay. What are we talking about today? What do you want to touch on today? Seth Bradley, Esq. (00:20.359) Yeah Yeah, sure. Yeah. Yeah. Seth Bradley, Esq. (00:30.707) Good, Cool, yeah, man, so I rebranded, so I changed it from, and I did this because my audience is different now. My audience used to be passive investors, because I raising capital, doing all that kind of stuff. You still probably get back into that at some point when it makes sense, but started selling the shovels a little bit, and working on growing my securities law firm, and I'm chief legal officer for TribeVest, so we put together fund to funds for people to raise capital into for bigger deals. So now we're. Gino (00:54.67) Seth Bradley, Esq. (01:01.927) So now I'm talking to active capital raisers, entrepreneurs, real estate investors, as opposed to passive investors. So a little bit different. Gino (01:08.494) Good, let's go a little scorched earth because I'm feeling a little annoyed today, especially after this volume thing. And I want to go at it from a perspective of real estate. Like, I don't even know what data to believe anymore. I think it's all bullshit. I think the whole thing is,...
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  • FBF 04 | Flash Back Friday | Escape the Tax Trap: Build Global Wealth with Second Residencies With Mikkel Thorup

    FBF 04 | Flash Back Friday | Escape the Tax Trap: Build Global Wealth with Second Residencies With Mikkel Thorup
    Sep 26 2025
    Title: Escape the Tax Trap: Build Global Wealth with Second Residencies With Mikkel Thorup Summary: In this episode of the Passive Income Attorney podcast, host Seth Bradley interviews Mikkel Thorup, founder of Expat Money. Mikkel shares his unique journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful consultant for expatriates. He discusses the benefits of living abroad, the importance of financial freedom, and the various strategies for obtaining second residencies and mitigating tax liabilities. The conversation delves into the emotional aspects of relocating, the rise in interest for expatriation, and the practical steps individuals can take to create a backup plan for their families. Mikkel emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility in achieving financial independence and living a fulfilling life. Links to watch and subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9zyPxUOrnI Bullet Point Highlights: Mikkel Thorup’s journey highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability.Expatriation offers opportunities for freedom and adventure.High net worth individuals often seek second residencies for tax benefits.The emotional aspect of relocating is as important as the financial.Understanding the difference between expats and immigrants is crucial.Investing in foreign real estate can provide residency benefits.Tax implications for U.S. citizens abroad require careful planning.Personal responsibility is key to achieving financial independence.Mikkel emphasizes the need for a backup plan in uncertain times.Exploring new cultures can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Transcript: Seth Bradley (00:00.206) Hey y'all Seth Bradley here. Thank you so much for tuning in and spending your valuable time learning with us. Absolutely appreciate each and every one of you. I've got a small ask. If you'd please just take a few seconds and leave us a rating and review on Apple podcasts or wherever you're listening from. It goes a long way in landing the best new guests for our show. That's it. Thanks again. Let's go. This is the Passive Income Attorney Podcast, where you'll discover the secrets and strategies of the ultra wealthy on how they build streams of passive income to give them the freedom we all want. Attorney Seth Bradley will help you end the cycle of trading your time for money so you can make money while you sleep. Start living the good life on your own terms. Now, here's your host, Seth Bradley. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Passive Income Attorney podcast, your favorite place for learning about the world of alternative passive investing. And today's show is spectacular. We have an incredible guest, Mikkel Thorpe. He's the founder and CEO of Expat Money, a private consulting firm started in 2017 that helps private clients to legally mitigate tax liabilities, obtain a second residency in citizenship. and assemble a portfolio of foreign investments, including international real estate, timber plantations, agricultural land, and other hard money, tangible assets. He's really speaking my language there. He's also the number one bestselling author of the definitive expat book, Expat Secrets, and he's the host of the popular weekly podcast, The Expat Money Show. All right, folks, without further ado, let's jump in. Michele, what's going on, brother? Welcome to the show. Very happy to be here, Seth. think this is going to be a fun conversation and an amazing program you have. So I'm very happy to be here and hopefully share a little bit about my experience and hopefully some insights for your audience. Seth Bradley (02:06.222) Thank you, appreciate that. Yeah, this is gonna be very interesting, really unique background and really unique how you help people out. So excited to get started with all that. But first, let's jump a little bit into your background, your backstory, take it back as far as you'd like, man. Sure, absolutely. For my story, I do have to go quite far back in time, but I will try to make it as concise as possible. So Seth, what happened was when I was a child, I was actually diagnosed with a learning disability. And what happened was one day a teacher pulled me out of class and sat me down in a little room and said, Mikel, something doesn't work quite right in your brain. And what we want to do is we want to send you to a special school, special school for special boys. So that's what I did every day for three years. I got on a little white bus and I took a little white bus across town and I went to this quote unquote special school. Now the only problem Seth was it was actually not a special school. It was a regular school with a special class. So you can probably imagine what happened. I got in tons of fights. I got picked on, I got bullied and all around a pretty crummy experience. Now this is no woe is me, poor Mikkel victim, victim type of story. Certainly not. mean, I got hit and I hit back. And if I could, twice as hard. Like I ...
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