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" Let's be honest: I call myself a titan. I've got issues. "

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" I always like to say our shows should be something that, you know, before 10 o'clock, if your kid wanders into the room, they should be able to glance at the TV, watch what's happening, but not quite know what's happening. That's always my standard. "

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