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        <description><![CDATA[What’s everyone buzzing about? Whatever it is, we’re talking about it on Group Chat — your weekly connection to the unpredictable, weird, and wonderful world of pop culture. Each week, Tiffany Bentley gathers a revolving panel of friends and pop culture enthusiasts— film buffs, music lovers, theater nerds, gamers, foodies, and more to break down viral memes & internet trends, dissect the latest blockbuster, spark playful debates, and talk about what you’re talking about. If you’re looking for levity from the news, we’ve got you covered. Group Chat feels like grabbing coffee with friends who bring fresh takes and good vibes: thoughtful, insightful, and, most importantly, fun. Listen live on Fridays at 11am, and Sundays at 4pm on BTPM NPR. No worries if you miss the broadcast — stream or download Group Chat on your preferred podcast platform, via the BTPM Listen app, or directly on our website below. Join the Group Chat! Pop culture is better when we’re all talking about it. Drop your two cents on Bluesky or X by using #BTPMGroupChat to join the conversation!]]></description>
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    <description><![CDATA[It’s Women’s History Month and we’re getting real. From Serena Williams and Caitlin Clark dominating sports, to Beyoncé and Taylor Swift shifting the music industry, women are shaping culture in powerful ways. But here’s the question: are we truly progressing, or just celebrating louder? We also unpack the modern career woman, the pressure of motherhood, equal pay conversations, and whether “having it all” is fact or fiction. ]]></description>
    
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[It’s Women’s History Month and we’re getting real. From Serena Williams and Caitlin Clark dominating sports, to Beyoncé and Taylor Swift shifting the music industry, women are shaping culture in powerful ways. But here’s the question: are we truly progressing, or just celebrating louder? We also unpack the modern career woman, the pressure of motherhood, equal pay conversations, and whether “having it all” is fact or fiction. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[It’s Women’s History Month and we’re getting real. From Serena Williams and…]]></itunes:subtitle>

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<itunes:episode>97</itunes:episode>


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    <description><![CDATA[Fashion is having a reckoning. This week on Group Chat, the team breaks down Netflix’s America’s Next Top Model docuseries and the questions it raises about reality TV, beauty standards, and what was really happening behind the scenes. Then we turn to Buffalo, where Black Carpet III takes over Shea’s on February 28th, bringing together designers, models, and creatives for a powerful celebration of culture and style. Was ANTM ahead of its time or out of line? Is community-driven fashion the future? Join the conversation and subscribe for more pop culture and real talk. ]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Fashion is having a reckoning. This week on Group Chat, the team breaks down Netflix’s America’s Next Top Model docuseries and the questions it raises about reality TV, beauty standards, and what was really happening behind the scenes. Then we turn to Buffalo, where Black Carpet III takes over Shea’s on February 28th, bringing together designers, models, and creatives for a powerful celebration of culture and style. Was ANTM ahead of its time or out of line? Is community-driven fashion the future? Join the conversation and subscribe for more pop culture and real talk. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Fashion is having a reckoning. This week on Group Chat, the team breaks down…]]></itunes:subtitle>

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<itunes:episode>96</itunes:episode>


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    <description><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat, the timeline is heavy with nostalgia and headlines. The team reflects on the cultural impact of Robert Duvall and Jesse Jackson and breaks down the reaction to TMZ’s documentary on Michael Jackson. They also cover Olympic Village headlines, legal updates involving Stefon Diggs, what it is like to cook for celebrities, and Buffalo traditions such as fish fry Fridays and pierogi. Culture commentary and real conversation, just like your group chat. ]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Olympic Village Buzz &amp; Culture Chaos </itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat, the timeline is heavy with nostalgia and headlines. The team reflects on the cultural impact of Robert Duvall and Jesse Jackson and breaks down the reaction to TMZ’s documentary on Michael Jackson. They also cover Olympic Village headlines, legal updates involving Stefon Diggs, what it is like to cook for celebrities, and Buffalo traditions such as fish fry Fridays and pierogi. Culture commentary and real conversation, just like your group chat. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat, the timeline is heavy with nostalgia and headlines.…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3240</itunes:duration>
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    <description><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat we break down Bad Bunny’s love letter to Puerto Rico, his halftime performance that included a real wedding and rumored celebrity couples making headlines. Then we zoom out and ask why we are so obsessed with messy love stories and fairytale endings. From dating show chaos to the new HBO sports romance Heated Rivalry, we explore what makes love stories so compelling on screen. Plus, a look at how people are really celebrating Valentine’s Day, from sober parties and cooking classes to choosing experiences over gifts and redefining love through friendship, community, and self-love. Tap in and join the conversation. ]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat we break down Bad Bunny’s love letter to Puerto Rico,…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3240</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>94</itunes:episode>


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    <description><![CDATA[In the final Group Chat episode of 2025, Bentley sits down with Allie Brady, Naila Ansari Catilo, and Alexa Zappia for a conversation that feels like an easy catch-up with friends. They revisit the moments, stories, and highlights that shaped their year and share what stuck with them. It’s a warm, lively wrap to 2025, and don’t fret, the fun starts up again in 2026. ]]></description>
    
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In the final Group Chat episode of 2025, Bentley sits down with Allie Brady, Naila Ansari Catilo, and Alexa Zappia for a conversation that feels like an easy catch-up with friends. They revisit the moments, stories, and highlights that shaped their year and share what stuck with them. It’s a warm, lively wrap to 2025, and don’t fret, the fun starts up again in 2026. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In the final Group Chat episode of 2025, Bentley sits down with Allie Brady,…]]></itunes:subtitle>

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<itunes:episode>93</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley takes a trip through all things Thanksgiving, from the nostalgic traditions we cling to every year to the new trends reshaping the holiday with Camille Le Caër, Krysta Mannion, and Michele Mehaffy joining the conversation.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley takes a trip through all things Thanksgiving, from the nostalgic traditions we cling to every year to the new trends reshaping the holiday. With Camille Le Caër, Krysta Mannion, and Michele Mehaffy joining the conversation, the group tackles store-run mayhem, recipe experiments, and the art of hosting without unraveling. They dive into what makes the big meal meaningful, unpack family dynamics, explore seasonal rituals, and look at the many ways communities show up for each other this time of year. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley takes a trip through all things…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3250</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>92</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title> The Sound of Storytelling: Country, Craft, and Connection</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[Bentley sits down with Josh Mullin of Uncle Ben’s Remedy and co-owner of Jack Rabbit; George Davis, veteran music educator and Dreamgirls vocal coach; and Buck Quigley, frontman of The Steam Donkeys and member of Buffalo Music Hall of Fame, to explore how storytelling and song go hand in hand.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title> The Sound of Storytelling: Country, Craft, and Connection</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley sits down with Josh Mullin of Uncle Ben’s Remedy and co-owner of Jack Rabbit; George Davis, veteran music educator and Dreamgirls vocal coach; and Buck Quigley, frontman of The Steam Donkeys and member of Buffalo Music Hall of Fame, to explore how storytelling and song go hand in hand. From classic country roots to modern Americana, they dig into how the genre continues to evolve while staying authentic, soulful, and just a little rebellious along the way. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Bentley sits down with Josh Mullin of Uncle Ben’s Remedy and co-owner of Jack…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3250</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>91</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Turning the Page: Stories, Screens, and the Future of Imagination</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[In this page-turning episode of Group Chat, we’re talking about how the next generation is redefining what it means to be a reader. Bentley sits down with Meg Howe, owner of Alice, Cory McCants, and Dr. Naila Ansari-Catilo. Plus, stay tuned for an exclusive interview with the internet’s favorite librarian, Mychal Threets.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this page-turning episode of Group Chat, we’re talking about how the next generation is redefining what it means to be a reader. Bentley sits down with Meg Howe, owner of Alice, Ever After Books; Cory McCants, host of Compact History and Compact Civics, performer, and educator; and Dr. Naila Ansari-Catilo, co-founder of AnsariSaxon Productions and professor at Buffalo State University, to explore how books live at the crossroads of culture, creativity, and connection. From TikTok-fueled book trends to libraries as community hubs, and from early literacy to the magic of escapist fiction, this conversation is a love letter to the power of stories. Plus, stay tuned for an exclusive interview with the internet’s favorite librarian, Mychal Threets. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this page-turning episode of Group Chat, we’re talking about how the next…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3480</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>90</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[In this Halloween episode of Group Chat, Bentley heads to The Great Pumpkin Farm in Clarence to dive into the world of modern mysticism, where spirituality, creativity, and pop culture collide.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this Halloween episode of Group Chat, Bentley heads to The Great Pumpkin Farm in Clarence to dive into the world of modern mysticism, where spirituality, creativity, and pop culture collide. She’s joined by Glenn White, psychic medium and paranormal investigator; Gretchen Squier, Public Relations Director of WNY Pagan Pride; and S.J. Velasquez, Director of Audio Strategy with a M.A. in Death, Religion and Culture. Together, they explore how ancient traditions like Samhain inspired today’s Halloween rituals, how Paganism and witchcraft show up in pop culture, and why our fascination with the unseen never fades. From ghost stories to good vibes, this one’s all treats, no tricks. ]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this Halloween episode of Group Chat, Bentley heads to The Great Pumpkin…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3249</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>89</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Showgirls, Spotlights &amp; Soft Spots: Putting on a show in the Age of the Scroll</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley is joined by actor and host of BTPM’s Let’s Go! Ashleigh Chrisena Ricci, choreographer and professor at Buffalo State University Naila Ansari Catillo, and co-owner of Town Ballroom and “Funtime Presents “ Donny Kutzbach to celebrate Buffalo’s theatre scene while digging into the pressures of life in the spotlight.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:05:16 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Showgirls, Spotlights &amp; Soft Spots: Putting on a show in the Age of the Scroll</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley is joined by actor and host of BTPM’s Let’s Go! Ashleigh Chrisena Ricci, choreographer and professor at Buffalo State University Naila Ansari Catillo, and co-owner of Town Ballroom and “Funtime Presents “ Donny Kutzbach to celebrate Buffalo’s theatre scene while digging into the pressures of life in the spotlight.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley is joined by actor and host of BTPM’s…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3277</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>86</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Monster Madness: Frankenstein Fever, Horror Culture, and the Big Screen Experience</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of Group Chat, the panel digs into the horror world, starting with the sudden surge of Frankenstein adaptations and why this timeless tale keeps being reinvented for modern audiences. From the challenges of modern movie manners to the buzz around the latest horror debuts, the group covers what’s shaping the theater experience now.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Monster Madness: Frankenstein Fever, Horror Culture, and the Big Screen Experience</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Group Chat, the panel digs into the horror world, starting with the sudden surge of Frankenstein adaptations and why this timeless tale keeps being reinvented for modern audiences. From the challenges of modern movie manners to the buzz around the latest horror debuts, the group covers what’s shaping the theater experience now.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of Group Chat, the panel digs into the horror world, starting…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3237</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>85</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[On this episode of Group Chat, Bentley welcomes Chelsea O’Donnell, founder of Angry Girl Music and singer-songwriter of Stress Dolls; Josh Holtzman, CEO and co-founder of Twenty6 Productions and owner of Buffalo Iron Works; and Chloe Kowalyk, marketing director at both Buffalo Iron Works and Twenty6 Productions.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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<itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of Group Chat, Bentley welcomes Chelsea O’Donnell, founder of Angry Girl Music and singer-songwriter of Stress Dolls; Josh Holtzman, CEO and co-founder of Twenty6 Productions and owner of Buffalo Iron Works; and Chloe Kowalyk, marketing director at both Buffalo Iron Works and Twenty6 Productions.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[On this episode of Group Chat, Bentley welcomes Chelsea O’Donnell, founder of…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3278</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>84</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, we celebrate the legacy of Giorgio Armani, check out the new David Bowie Center, and dish on fall trends—from pumpkin spice everything to weather-ready wardrobe hacks. Plus, the group previews the hottest fall TV and make their predictions for the upcoming Emmys.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Icons, Fits &amp; Emmy Hits: Your Guide to Fashion, Fame and Fall Trends</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, we celebrate the legacy of Giorgio Armani, check out the new David Bowie Center, and dish on fall trends—from pumpkin spice everything to weather-ready wardrobe hacks. Plus, the group previews the hottest fall TV and make their predictions for the upcoming Emmys.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, we celebrate the legacy of Giorgio Armani, check…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3278</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>82</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Dishing on Bills Mafia: Food, Fits and Fandom</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[With the Bills’ home opener on the horizon, the group digs into Western New York’s tailgate culture, from signature dishes to the game-day looks that turn parking lots into runways.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Dishing on Bills Mafia: Food, Fits and Fandom</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[With the Bills’ home opener on the horizon, the group digs into Western New York’s tailgate culture, from signature dishes to the game-day looks that turn parking lots into runways.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[With the Bills’ home opener on the horizon, the group digs into Western New…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3268</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>81</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Back-to-School Buzz, Literary Lies &amp; the Rise of AI  </title>
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    <description><![CDATA[In this episode, Bentley and friends bring three subjects to the table: the cultural pull of back-to-school season, the messy drama of fabricated memoirs, and the complicated role AI now plays in classrooms, workplaces, and everything in between.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Back-to-School Buzz, Literary Lies &amp; the Rise of AI  </itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Bentley and friends bring three subjects to the table: the cultural pull of back-to-school season, the messy drama of fabricated memoirs, and the complicated role AI now plays in classrooms, workplaces, and everything in between.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode, Bentley and friends bring three subjects to the table: the…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3279</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>79</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley and friends connect the dots between the Devil Wears Prada 2 set and the real-life evolution of workplace culture since the original film. The conversation takes a gossipy turn into some recent scandals, then ends on a lighter note: A trip to the Erie County Fair!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>From The Devil Wears Prada to Power Plays, Scandals &amp; Fairground Fun  </itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley and friends connect the dots between the Devil Wears Prada 2 set and the real-life evolution of workplace culture since the original film. The conversation takes a gossipy turn into some recent scandals, then ends on a lighter note: A trip to the Erie County Fair!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, Bentley and friends connect the dots between the…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3278</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>78</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Beauty Bias, Behind The Scenes Of Buffalo Filmmaking &amp; Theatre: The Art Of Breaking Norms</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, we unpack Hollywood’s obsession with narrow beauty standards and how those ideals influence casting and representation. Then, they celebrate Buffalo’s cinematic boom!]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.btpm.org/2025-08-08/beauty-bias-behind-the-scenes-of-buffalo-filmmaking-theatre-the-art-of-breaking-norms</link>
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    <itunes:title>Beauty Bias, Behind The Scenes Of Buffalo Filmmaking &amp; Theatre: The Art Of Breaking Norms</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, we unpack Hollywood’s obsession with narrow beauty standards and how those ideals influence casting and representation. Then, they celebrate Buffalo’s cinematic boom!]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[In this episode of Group Chat, we unpack Hollywood’s obsession with narrow…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3278</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>77</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <title>Buffalo Bills, &quot;Hard Knocks&quot; &amp; Lollapalooza: Summer’s Spotlight on Sports, Style &amp; Sound</title>
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    <description><![CDATA[From HBO’s “Hard Knocks” shining a national spotlight on the Buffalo Bills to the rise of women’s sports, this episode celebrates athletic influence and community pride.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <link>https://www.btpm.org/2025-08-01/buffalo-bills-hard-knocks-lollapalooza-summers-spotlight-on-sports-style-sound</link>
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    <itunes:title>Buffalo Bills, &quot;Hard Knocks&quot; &amp; Lollapalooza: Summer’s Spotlight on Sports, Style &amp; Sound</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[From HBO’s “Hard Knocks” shining a national spotlight on the Buffalo Bills to the rise of women’s sports, this episode celebrates athletic influence and community pride.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[From HBO’s “Hard Knocks” shining a national spotlight on the Buffalo Bills to…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3218</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>76</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[When news broke that Ozzy Osbourne had passed away at age 76, Group Chat hit pause on our regular programming to honor the rock legend. Host Bentley is joined by musicians Matt Hitch, Joe Cannizzaro, and Marc Smith to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of the one and only Ozzy Osbourne.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Ozzy Osbourne Tribute: Remembering The Prince of Darkness</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[When news broke that Ozzy Osbourne had passed away at age 76, Group Chat hit pause on our regular programming to honor the rock legend. Host Bentley is joined by musicians Matt Hitch, Joe Cannizzaro, and Marc Smith to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of the one and only Ozzy Osbourne.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[When news broke that Ozzy Osbourne had passed away at age 76, Group Chat hit…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>1833</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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    <description><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat, we celebrate food, festivals, and community — from cooking camps to charcuterie and conversations on body image and performance.]]></description>
    
    <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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    <itunes:title>Where Food Meets Family: Italian Traditions And French Culinary Techniques</itunes:title>
<itunes:summary><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat, we celebrate food, festivals, and community — from cooking camps to charcuterie and conversations on body image and performance.]]></itunes:summary>
<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[This week on Group Chat, we celebrate food, festivals, and community — from…]]></itunes:subtitle>

<itunes:duration>3159</itunes:duration>
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<itunes:episode>75</itunes:episode>
<itunes:season>2</itunes:season>

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