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Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 62: Lacey HendersonThis episode features an American- and World-record holding Paralympian in the long jump and pole vault, respectively, who is the current Timbers Mental Performance Coach: Lacey Henderson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-12-1155 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 61: International Call-ups [Pt. 2]This episode features conversations about the recent international window with Equatorial Guinea defender Charles Ondo and US Youth International Sawyer Jura This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-10-3022 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 60: International Call-ups [Pt. 1]This episode features conversations about the recent international window with Canadians Maxime Crépeau and Kamal Miller, Venezuelan Kevin Kelsy, and New Zealand International Finn Surman #RCTID This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-10-1733 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 59: Tom DutraEpisode 59 features an Olympia, Washington native who has won championships with the Sounders as both a player and a coach: Seattle Sounders FC Director of Goalkeeping: Tom Dutra This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-10-021h 05
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 58: Merritt Paulson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-09-101h 07
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 57: Diego CharáJoin the Timbers Saturday August 16 for Diego Chará Bobblehead Night (click on picture for more information)#RCTID This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-08-1236 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 56: "Groundbreakers" Opening Night at INDUSTRY One FoundationThis podcast features a conversation with 7 guests as part of the INDUSTRY One Foundation’s 12th exhibition: GROUNDBREAKERS: Exploring Portland’s Impact on Global Soccer Culture.The exhibition runs through mid September at INDUSTRY One Foundation (415 SW 10th Avenue) in Portland.Below is a description of the exhibition from INDUSTRY One Foundation, and you can follow links throughout these notes to find information about these panelists and to support and/or get involved with their organizations. From the INDUSTRY One Foundation release:“Here in Portland, we do soccer differently. Groundbreakers explores the un...
2025-08-081h 14
This Day in Sports HistoryDid Bo Jackson Get Thrown Out of a Game on Purpose...or not? - This DiSH for July 21Bo Jackson claims this is the day that he got thrown out of a game on purpose so he could go see his newborn and his wife at the hospital. The thing is ... if it happened, it most certainly didn't happen on this day and may not have ever happened. In 2024, San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin got tossed before the first pitch. How common is it for a manager to get tossed before the game even starts? In 1959, the Boston Red Sox became the final team in Major League Baseball to integrate their roster...
2025-07-2117 min
Sports History NetworkDid Bo Jackson Get Thrown Out of a Game on Purpose...or not? - This DiSH for July 21Bo Jackson claims this is the day that he got thrown out of a game on purpose so he could go see his newborn and his wife at the hospital. The thing is ... if it happened, it most certainly didn't happen on this day and may not have ever happened. In 2024, San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin got tossed before the first pitch. How common is it for a manager to get tossed before the game even starts? In 1959, the Boston Red Sox became the final team in Major League Baseball to integrate their roster...
2025-07-2117 min
Green is the Color PodcastMore Lovely and More TemperateI love the story and lore of the 35-yard shootouts from the middle years of the NASL and early seasons of MLS. I’ve lived through them, and I’ve written at length about them here on this site. It’s possible things I probably should know and remember have been forcibly evicted from my hippocampus by pretty much all there is to know about something as trivial as starting 35 yards from goal with 5 seconds to get off a shot when the game is on the line. I’ve even tracked down the exact Washington DC-area house where the idea was...
2025-07-1115 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 55: Dennis O'MearaThis is a 2010 interview with one of the first NASL Timbers employees, who named the team and also helped University of Portland Soccer become an intercollegiate sport: PR Director Dennis O'Meara This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-06-101h 17
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 54: Jim TaylorThis episode features the Portland Timbers General Manager from when professional soccer returned to Soccer City, USA in 2001: Jim Taylor This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-06-031h 33
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 53: Other Podcasts/Outlets, V. 3This podcast features a conversation with the hosts of The Timber Review: Adam Susman and Adam Booker This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-05-1657 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 52: Jim GorsekThis episode features the first homegrown NASL Timber, who went on to win 6 indoor championships before returning home with then-new franchise Portland Pride: Jim Gorsek This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-04-291h 25
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 51: Steven Lenhart (aka Nevets)This episode features a Portland native & NASL Timbers fan who followed the club through all iterations since, and was there from Day 1 of what the soccer world knows now as the Timbers Army: Nevets This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-04-231h 18
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 50: Phil Neville and Santiago MorenoThis episode, recorded live at the Portland adidas Employee Store, features a conversation with Timbers head coach Phil Neville and forward Santiago Moreno This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-03-2847 min
Green is the Color PodcastAnnouncement: Join Me for the 50th Podcast Episode Live Recording at the adidas Employee StoreI’m excited to announce that I have two very special guests scheduled to appear for the milestone 50th episode of the Green Is the Color podcast: Phil Neville and Santiago Moreno from our 2025 Portland Timbers!And I want you to join us, in person, as we record live on Thursday March 27 at the Portland adidas Employee Store.It is a free event, but you do need to register because only the first 200 guests to register are guaranteed entry. Just click on the sign-up link below and follow the directions from there. And, of course, pl...
2025-03-1903 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 49: Darren SawatzkyThis episode features one of the first Timbers signed when the club returned in 2001, a former UP Pilot who was taken by New England Revolution in the inaugural 1996 MLS Draft: Darren Sawatzky This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-02-251h 38
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 48: Other Podcasts/Outlets, V. 2As I mentioned in Podcast Episode 46: Other Podcasts/Outlets, V.1, I’ve been able to get to know some of the talented, passionate people at other outlets who work to bring us coverage of the Timbers and Thorns. Before and during the 2025 season, I’m going to have a few episodes where I talk to them and hopefully get to share what they and their work are about. This second episode of those features Talk Timbers and The Morrisonic Podcast.Talk Timbers* Talk Timbers (on Timbers.com)* Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: Talk...
2025-02-141h 14
Sounds of BlueSOB 480 Features: John Scofield, Martin Fierro, Gary Burton, Eberhard Weber & Cyrus ChestnutArtist Song Album Label Notes- Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's SOB Twilight Zone Theme- Gary Burton Country Roads by Burton w/Pat Metheny, Chick Corea, Roy Haynes & Dave Holland Like Minds - 1998 Concord Records - GRP Gary Burton - 82- Gary Burton Reunion by Mitch Forman w/Mitch Forman, Pat Metheny, Will Lee & Peter Erskine Reunion - 1990 GRP Records Gary Burton - 82- Gary Burton Will You Say You Will by Vince Mendoza (same musicians as "Reunion" Re...
2025-02-024h 08
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 47: Eric Beck and the Bevy CupAlso, in Eric’s interview, he talks about when he wrote and performed a song that would not only outsell Paul McCartney & Wings in our local market but would also become the theme song of our podcast, “Green Is the Color.”Link to: The Bevy Cup website#RCTID This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-01-231h 22
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 46: Other Podcasts/Outlets, V. 1In my time doing Green Is the Color, I’ve been able to get to know some of the talented, passionate people at other outlets who work to bring us coverage of the Timbers and Thorns. Before the 2025 season starts, I’m going to have a few episodes where I talk to them and hopefully get to share what they and their work are about. This first episode of those features Stumptown Footy and The I-5 Corridor. Stumptown Footy* Stumptown Footy (webpage, which incudes a link to their podcast)* Stumptown on X (@StumptownFooty)
2025-01-151h 25
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 45: Byron AlvarezThis episode features the Timbers USL/A-League era all-time leading scorer who played over 100 matches in the green and gold: El Matador, Byron Alvarez This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2025-01-101h 24
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 44: Scott MeiggsThis episode features a Portland native who turned a one-day tryout into a two-year stint with his hometown NASL Portland Timbers: Scott Meiggs This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-10-141h 10
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 43: Brian WintersAs mentioned in the interview, below are 4 resources where you can learn more about prostate cancer:* American Cancer Society* Prostate Cancer Foundation Patient Resources* Zero Prostate Cancer* BACPAC (Black & African-Descent Collaborative for Prostate Cancer ACtion) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-10-041h 15
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 42: Shannon MurrayThis episode features Pacific Northwest native, former professional player, and current Portland Timbers assistant coach: Shannon Murray This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-09-2037 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 41: Craig MitchelldyerThis episode features an Oregon native who first shot the Portland Timbers in 2003 and is now the Portland Timbers Director of Photography: Craig Mitchelldyer This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-09-031h 31
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 40: Art Dixon This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-08-271h 06
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 39: Bernie FaganTo get a sense of Bernie’s passions, consider reading up on and participating in the following organizations:* Bernie Fagan Memorial Endowment at Warner Pacific University* Special Olympics Oregon* Oregon Brain Bank at Oregon Health & Science University#RCTID This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-08-221h 09
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 38: Dario ŽuparićThis episode features the first active Timber to join the podcast—the player who scored the MLS-Is-Back-Tournament-winning goal and has been anchoring the Timbers back line since 2020: Dario Župarić This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-08-0124 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 37: Tracy NelsonThis episode features a University of Portland star who is the first American to win the FA Cup. She is currently the Portland Thorns Academy Director: Tracy Nelson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-07-231h 00
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 36: Clyde BestDocumentary film about Clyde mentioned in the podcast: Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-07-1949 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 35: Jim RilattThis episode features someone who was in Civic Stadium from Day 1 in 1975 and eventually coached the 2010 Portland Timbers U-23 team to an undefeated record and PDL National Championship: Jim RilattAs mentioned in this episode: Josh Brown Memorial Youth Soccer Scholarship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-07-021h 15
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 34: Matt SheldonThis episode features current Detroit City FC defender, a Portland native with a 10-year professional soccer career, and two online platforms where he shares his knowledge and experience: Matt Sheldon.Learn more about Matt’s story, professional soccer, training for the game, and the stories of many others through Matt’s online content:* Become Elite YouTube* Against All Odds Podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-06-251h 27
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 33: Tymon Emch of Cada CasaThis episode features Tymon Emch, founder of Cada Casa, discussing two PTFC-themed mural projects happening this summer—one at Tursi Soccer’s downtown location and the other in North Portland.Links mentioned in this episode:* Support and get involved with Cada Casa* Support Cada Casa’s 2024 PTFC-Themed Murals* Attend the Portland Timbers T2 Matches for Free This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-06-1840 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 32: Justi BaumgardtThis episode features a US Soccer International who is in the University of Portland Hall of Fame and currently the head coach of USL 2’s Midlakes United: Justi Baumgardt. * Train with Justi: https://www.topcornerconnections.com/* Follow Midlakes United: https://www.midlakesunited.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-06-121h 02
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 31: Ignacio BaezThis episode features the youngest Timber, who was also the first Mexican-born member of the club. He tried out for the 1975 Timbers at the age of 15 and later signed in 1978: Ignacio Baez! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-06-041h 41
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 30: Chris HersheyThis episode features the person who was the life behind Portland indoor soccer mascots in the 90s. He was the Portland Pride's Louie the Lion and the Portland Pythons' Stryker Python: Chris Hershey This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-05-2857 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 29: Scott RossThis episode features Scott Ross, a Florida-based illustrator who created some of the most recognizable illustrations from the North American Soccer League.Find Scott’s work below and at his Official Website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-05-2151 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 28: Gary Singh“In the case of all four clubs—San Jose, Portland, Seattle and Vancouver—such details were part of what defined the sports experience. Connections. History. Stories. Heritage. Only a nincompoop would suggest that the current Quakes or the current Seattle, Vancouver, and Portland squads were isolated entities operating outside of history.” Gary SinghOrder The Unforgettable San Jose Earthquakes: Momentous Stories On & Off The Field:* History Press* Bookshop.org* Powell’s* Amazon This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss th...
2024-05-1446 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 27: Michael OrrOrder The 1975 Portland Timbers: The Birth of Soccer City, USA:* Arcadia Publishing* Powell’s* Amazon This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-05-071h 39
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 26: Shaun HigginsThis episode features a two-time USL Timber who now owns PRO Football Consultants, the only US soccer agency fully owned and operated by former professional players: Shaun Higgins This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-04-3058 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 25: Ned Grabavoy This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-04-2335 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 24: Mark Baena This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-03-121h 21
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 23: Rob Baarts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-02-271h 28
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 22: Chris Brown This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-02-201h 19
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 21: Joey Leonetti This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-02-131h 39
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 20: Rob Hawksford This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-02-061h 32
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 19: Bobby Howe This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-01-301h 27
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 18: Phil Neville This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-01-2429 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 16: John Strong This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2024-01-161h 20
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 17: Scot Thompson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-12-191h 26
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 15: Jim Tursi This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-12-121h 20
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 14: John Polis This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-12-051h 22
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 13: Bill Irwin This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-11-281h 31
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 12: Nick Vorberg This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-11-211h 19
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 11: Noeleen ConwayResources mentioned in this podcast where you can participate in CTE research:* Concussion Legacy Foundation Helpline* Concussion Legacy Foundation Research Registry* Head Impact & Trauma Surveillance Study (HITSS) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-11-141h 09
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 10: Andy McNamara This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-11-071h 23
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 9: Brian Gant This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-10-311h 27
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 8: Clive ToyeTo order and read Clive Toye’s book about the NASL, A Kick in the Grass, follow this link: A Kick in the Grass, via Amazon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-10-2454 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 7: Dragan Radovich This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-10-1752 min
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 6: Tony Betts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-10-101h 12
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 5: Willie Anderson This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-10-031h 21
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 4: Timber Jim SerrillFor more about Timber Jim Serrill, please watch and listen:* Anger is a a fuel for love: TEDx* Timber Jim, Soccer Legend, OPB* The Story of Timber Jim, Portland’s Former Chainsaw-Wielding Mascot, City cast of PortlandTo Support with Jim:* Portland Community Football Club This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-09-261h 26
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 3: Chris Dangerfield This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-09-191h 05
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 2: John Bain This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-09-121h 22
Green is the Color PodcastPodcast Episode 1: Mick Hoban This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-09-051h 20
Green is the Color PodcastGreen Is the Color Podcast AnnouncementThis is an announcement of the Green Is the Color Podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenisthecolor.substack.com
2023-08-3002 min
The Mindful Midlife CrisisEpisode 60--Back to Life with Near-Death Survivor Danny BaderText your questions, comments, & topic suggestions here! You can also email billy@mindfulmidlifecrisis.com.This week, Billy and Brian talk to near-death survivor Danny Bader. Danny is a best-selling author and sought-after speaker whose life was transformed after he died when 8,000 volts of electricity ripped through his body. Danny then came back to life from a place where he connected with “something bigger than us.” He uses his experience to lead people to create more perspective, joy, and a love that replaces weariness with inspiration, drives vision, and creates momentum for people in all areas of their lives...
2022-05-2558 min
The Host Unknown PodcastEpisode Joe 90 - Filmed in SuperMarionationThis Week in InfoSec (07:20)With content liberated from the “today in infosec” Twitter account and further afield26th January 2011: Facebook Enables HTTPS So You Can Share Without Being Hijacked. Facebook announced Wednesday it would begin supporting a feature to protect users from having their accounts hijacked over Wi-Fi connections or snooped on by schools and businesses.19th January 2012: Feds Shutter Megaupload, Arrest Executives. Since the shutdown of Megaupload, stories have erupted about the life and exploits of the company’s founder, a self-styled “Dr. Evil” of file sharing. Kim Dotcom’s opulent digs, high-end cars...
2022-01-2844 min