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“Sports is a bloodless rehearsal of confrontation, and everyone shakes hands or high fives or fist bumps at the end to show that everything is okay.”

Quote by John Hodgman

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John Hodgman, born on June 3, 1971, is an American author known for his unique humor and satirical style. His works, including 'The Areas of My Expertise' and 'More Than You Ever Wanted to Know About the Internet', are celebrated for their wit and insightful commentary on internet culture. Hodgman has worked as a writer for the Comedy Central channel and has appeared as a guest on various television shows. more

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