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Today's episode of the GaryVee Audio Experience is conversation I had with the CEO of Sesame Workshop, Steve Youngwood! We discuss what Sesame Workshop is all about, Steve's upbringing and the beginning of his career, what's going on with Sesame Street right now, the most surprising thing that Covid brought from a brand standpoint, who my favorite muppet is (hint: he's green) and much more!

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