Being James Bond

Episode 263 - The Morning After: Fans React to the Amazon MGM Takeover

Being James Bond

Show Notes

COMMENTARY -- Once again, I find myself in the minority; Bond fans are none too happy about the news. Am I getting it wrong?

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