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“If I had a religion, its deity would be Audysseus, the sound God, and He would be a vengeful god, dishing out eternal damnation to people with cheap stage monitors.”

Quote by Tim Minchin

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Tim Minchin, born on October 7, 1975, is an Australian comedian, singer, and songwriter. Known for his unique sense of humor and musical talent, he has gained recognition on both the Australian and international stages, most notably for his voice acting in the movie 'The Croods'. more

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