The Unseeing Critics

Jesse and the Sped Balls

1 h 10 min · 11 jun 2025
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In this episode, we are introduced to Sped Home Ec, Jesse and his band, "Jesse and the Sped Balls", as well as we discuss "The Great Outdoors" and "Young Guns". Be sure to like, share, subscribe, rate, and review if you want Jesse and the Sped Balls to play at your wedding!

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