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Why EVERYDAY CARRY Matters: EDC Optimization. THE ISMONO PODCAST Nov 21, 2025

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Welcome to a new essay-style episode for Season 2! Today, we dive deep into the philosophy of Everyday Carry (EDC) and introduce a new concept: EDC Optimization.

Everyone has an everyday carry—your phone, wallet, and keys are the non-negotiables. But for enthusiasts, EDC is about so much more. I discuss whether carrying extra items (like a camera, gaming device, or multi-tool) is bogging you down, or if it's providing essential creature comforts and a much-needed security blanket.

I also cover practical steps on how to evaluate your EDC loadout, choose high-value gear (like a quality Leatherman vs. a dollar-store tool), and stress the importance of understanding local laws regarding items like knives.

My Personal EDC Loadout: I reveal the gear I'm currently carrying, including my favorite mechanical watch (Steinhart Ocean 500), my preferred multi-tool (the Gerber Dime), and why a power bank and flashlight are essential.

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00:00 Intro

00:16 Welcome to the Essay Style Podcast (Season 2)

00:46 Question: Is Your Everyday Carry Making Your Life Worse?

01:16 Defining EDC: Beyond Phone, Wallet, Keys

02:41 Expanding the Loadout: Multi-Tools, Headphones, and Watches

03:36 Why EDC is Special: It's Highly Individualized

05:04 The Struggle: Carrying a Gaming Device (Anbernic RG35XX Plus) & Camera (DJI Pocket 3)

06:33 Psychological Benefits: The Security Blanket Argument

07:27 A Real-Life Example: My Multi-Tool Saved Me in a Hotel Room

08:24 Why a Dedicated Camera is Better Than Your Phone

10:14 Experience Over Convenience: Dedicated Items vs. Phone Distractions

12:13 How to Start: Organizing and Deciding Your EDC Items

14:57 Sling Bag vs. Backpack: The Loadout Limit

15:53 Value Proposition: Balancing Cheap vs. High-Quality Gear

17:10 Evaluating Your EDC: Fun & Utility Check-ins

18:53 IMPORTANT: Abide by Your Local EDC Laws (German Knife Laws)

20:46 The Hobby: Introducing EDC Optimization

21:54 My Current EDC Loadout: Phone, Watch, Wallet

23:03 My Sling Bag Contents: Camera, Gaming, and Power

24:00 My Multi-Tool & Flashlight: The Gerber Dime and Wuben X2 Pro

25:05 Support the Podcast! (Affiliate Links Below)

A female perspective. Talking to @gearbywomen THE ISMONO PODCAST Feb 26, 2025

Talking to Orlaigh from @gearbywomen and her female perspective to the bag enthusiast space

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Full Transparency. My Youtube Terms&Conditions Oct 09, 2024

In this episode I go over my Terms and Conditions that I send to all brands before I consider making a review.

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What to bring on a flight and other Travel Preparations Sep 11, 2024

I will be going on vacation in a few month. I take you into my thoughtprocess in preparation for this long distance travel to Thailand for a Muay Thai Camp.

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€20000.- for bags?! Talking about ridiculously expensive bags Jul 31, 2024

In this podcast episode I answer your questions from Instagram, but also react to a bunch of ridiculously expensive bags. One if over €20.000.- Check the video version here If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Getting to know AER. Talking to founder and head designer of AER Jun 05, 2024

My very first episode talking to a brand's designer. I pick AER's founder and head designer's brain.

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Roland drops some hot takes. Talking to Roland from Rushfaster May 08, 2024

I talk to Roland from Rushfaster and he drops some hot takes

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No more packingcubes? Talking with DannyPacks Feb 28, 2024

I talk to Danny if he ist still using packing cubes, his current favorite bag, PLC20 bust of the year and his favorite candy?

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Bags, Content Creation and new Career paths. Talking with Odie Matthews Sep 13, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Odie Matthews about new career paths, favorite style to pack, content creation and more

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Watches, Cameras, bags and more. Talking with Bigheadtaco Aug 02, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Take aka Bigheadtaco about photography, camerabags, edc, watches and more...

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Nitpicks from the perspective of a bag store. Talking to Edward from Urbancred May 24, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Edward from Urbancred, a store for bags and edc.

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Using a vacuum cleaner as a backpack?! Talkings withRoland from Rushfaster Apr 12, 2023

I talk to Roland from Rushfaster about nitpicks, favorite features and using a vacuum cleaner as a backpack????

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Plans for Youtube content on the Carryology channel. Talking to JTinseoul Feb 15, 2023

In this episode I talk to JT who is a fellow bag reviewer and Carryology Contributor. We talk about living in Korea, being the "father of the youtube bag niche", what are JT's plans for the Carryology Youtube channel, Favorite items of 2022, and more Find JT on Instagram @JTinseoul If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Interviewing Tom from Packhacker Jan 04, 2023

This podcast was recorded in June 2020. Tom from Packhacker and I talked about nitpicks, brands we look forward to and more...

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No Pricing in Reviews? EP02 with Aaron from Nomads Nation Dec 21, 2022

Aaron from Nomads Nation and I talk about bags and reviews. But also if prices should be mentioned in any product review.

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The Podcast is going public Dec 21, 2022

Until now all of my Podcasts have been Patreon only. But I have had so many inspiring and interesting conversations in the past, that it would be a shame if not more people would be able to enjoy all of the great information and topic as well.

So I will publish most of the recent episodes, but also old ones that I recorded years ago (eg. Packhacker) here on this Channel.

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The Ismono Podcast is coming back Oct 21, 2025

The podcast is coming back

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Getting to know Bellroy. Talking to JJ Designer @ Bellroy Aug 28, 2024

Getting to know JJ who is a designer @bellroy_official We talk about bags, travel tips, what influenced his designs, what he packs and more. Check the video version here If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

I am biased. THE ISMONO PODCAST Mar 26, 2025

I'm biased. Are reviewers bieased?

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My Travel Hacks Oct 23, 2024

This episode is all about my Travel Hacks that I have been using for years and that I recently learnt and want to try out.

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Time to quit Youtube? Feb 14, 2024

A very clickbaity title, I know. But I don't want to quit, I did talk to other creators though that are contemplating to quit unfortunately.

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Favorite Camera gear. Talking with Desy Cheng Mar 13, 2024

I talk to Desy Cheng his favorite camera, gear, bag and more

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Q&A Feb 2023 Feb 13, 2023

I was actually supposed to record a Podcast last Friday, but my guest had to get a raincheck. Therefore I just quickly recorded a Q&A episode. If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Talking to fellow bag reviewer George Defined Jan 03, 2024

In this podcast episode I talk to fellow bag reviewer George Defined about how he started, what's his favorite bag, his packing style and more.

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It’s difficult to make a bag. Talking with Stephen Jones (BagBuff) Feb 01, 2023

Stephen Jones is a bag designer who shares designes on BagBuff, was a part of Moment and overall is a cool dude. We talked about how difficult it is to design a bag, his past in the military and how it influenced making bags. We talked a bunch about designing and creating bags. Find Stephen Jones on Instagram @Mr.Jones If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Traveling with Purpose. Talking to Ron Kwok Mar 01, 2023

In this episode I talk to Ron Kwok who is a fellow Youtube creator. He reviews bags and edc. And is know by his "Live with purpose" philosophy. Find Ron @RonKwok If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Nightmare clients, thoughtful consumerism, better photography and more - Q&A Dec 20, 2023

In this podcast episode I answer your questions If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Dannypacks creates a backpack. Talkings with Danny aka Traveling Salseros Mar 29, 2023

I talk to Danny about packing for a business trip, creating a second channel, sponsorships and more. Furthermore, I ask him to create his favorite bag.

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Talking to Matt Ritscher (Known from Carryology) Oct 11, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Matt Ritscher also known from Carryology

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The ultimate bag stress test?. Talking withJBoutside Apr 26, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to JBoutside about what bag to wear with a suit, the ultimate bag stress test and travel tips from his experience as a pilot.

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Inside the team of MKBHD. Talking to Adam Molina Apr 10, 2024

I had the great pleasure to talk to Adam Molina who is part of the MKBHD team. We talk about the daily carry to work inside the Studio, favorite purchases, Youtube and more.

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Being a bag connoisseur. Talking to The Perfect Bag Dec 04, 2024

I talk to Klint of The Perfect Bag about his incredible bag collection, his packing and travel style and more.

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Protect yourself from cyberattacks while traveling. Talking to cybersecurity expert Chris Mar 27, 2024

While traveling your phone is a very important tool, that is also very prone to cyberattacks. I talk to cybersecurity researcher Chris about what dangers you could encounter on public wifi for instance and how to protect yourself.

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Transition into one bag travel. THE ISMONO PODCAST with @UnPackD  Apr 23, 2025

Talking to one of the newer bag reviewers. This is John from Unpackd.

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Bag and EDC creators selling their designs. Talking to Keifro Jul 05, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Keith from Keifro on Instagram and Youtube about how he shoots his amazing Instagram EDC posts, bag designers selling their designs, AI in bag design and his packing essentials.

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Going minimalist for traveling? Talking to Keifro Apr 24, 2024

In this podcast episode I talk to Keith from Keifro on Instagram and Youtube about traveling minimal, how to prepare for flights, most important items while traveling, vlogging and more.

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Swiss Army Knives, watches and more. Talking to James aka Gearetal Jan 17, 2024

In this podcast episode I talk to James aka @gearetal on Instagram. We talk about EDC and SAK, watches and more.

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Talking to Jed from ”The perfect Pack” May 10, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Jed from The Perfect Pack

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What's a bad movie? Talking to Odie Matthews Jun 19, 2024

In this podcast episode I talk to Odie Matthews about his new channel, his new view on bags and bad movies

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Goruck, Overlanding and Star Wars? Talking to Matt Ritscher (Known from Carryology) Nov 22, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Matt Ritscher also known from Carryology about bags, Goruck, Overlanding, but also if Star Wars sucks at the moment?

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Unknown benefits. Talking to Life Behind Bars Feb 12, 2025

Talking to Life Behind Bars @lbbjkt Co-Founder Aldo and Designer Deus.

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Traveling to Thailand to train Muay Thai Nov 06, 2024

In this episode I have been traveling to Thailand to train Muay Thai. These are my thoughts and experiences

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Advice for new Content Creators. The Ismono Podcast Sep 25, 2024

I am reating to the first video on my channel. So I'd recommend to watch the video version on my Youtube Channel.

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The bag scene in HongKong. Talking to Suburban HK Jul 19, 2024

In this podcast episode I talk to Greg the owner of Suburban HK. A store for bags, edc and more in Hong Kong. We talk about the scene in Hong Kong, why he created a bag centric store and more

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Going into hiatus? Talking to JBoutside Jul 03, 2024

Talking to JB about going into hiatus, bags and more.

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We finally talk and get personal. Talking to Chase Reeves May 22, 2024

Finally Chase and I talk. Getting to know a personal side of Chase.

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The year of the Totebags Jan 29, 2025

I believe 2025 will be the year of the totebags

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D&D Special with Jed and JT Aug 30, 2023

In this episode Jed, JT and I who are all Dungeons and Dragons fans and players are transported to a D&D world in which we need to run a store for bags. We help heroes and adventurers to find their perfect bag. If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

Are bags too expensive? Talking with David from Carryology Jul 19, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to David of Carryology about the bag world being divided, bags being too expensive, his favorite bag and more.

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How to prevent content getting boring? Talking to Excessorize Me Jun 21, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Vincent of Excessorize Me, about bags, edc but also Youtube and being a content creator.

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Packingcubes? Yes or No? Talking with Tom from Packhacker Jun 07, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Tom founder of Packhacker: Where do we see our niche being at and going in the future? Have Tom's taste and requirements for bags changed over the years? Tom is a barkeeper now?!

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Favorite Bags and what's inside an engineer'sbag? Talking to @Pack_roam  May 07, 2025

Talking to one of the newer bag reviewers. This is Kevin from Pack & Roam.

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My Favorite Items 2024 Jan 01, 2025

These are my favorite bags, my favorite Everydaycarry and my favorite tech items of 2024

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Travel setup, favorite purchase, getting older, vacation prep and more Aug 14, 2024

In this episode I ask myself a few questions that I asked my Podcast guests. We delve into my favorite camera gear, travel essentials, and the challenges of staying relevant in the ever-evolving digital landscape. From packing hacks and in-flight entertainment to the future of content creation. Check the video version here If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

How to pack less. Talking with @packingless Aug 16, 2023

In this podcast episode I talk to Dean from Packingless about his approach on packing less, packing for a five day trip, bag or luggage setup and more

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Most surprising bag 2023? Talking with David Samwel from Carryology Jan 31, 2024

In this podcast episode I talk to David known from Carryology about his favorite item, most surprising bag of 2023, if Blackember might has become mainstream and more.

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Incorporating minimalism into packing. Talking with Outenthelights Dec 18, 2024

In the last episode with Alex we had some technical difficulties to record the whole conversation. This time I was able to record the whole conversation about his minimalist packing style, retro gaming and more.

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What are boobysquishers?! THE ISMONO PODCAST with @NightShift_EDC  Mar 12, 2025

Talking to Nightshift EDC about what's in her bag as a medical professional and more

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Comics, Bags, EDC and more. Talking with James Nov 08, 2023

In this podcast episode from 2021 I talk to YKT Original James about Bags, Comics, EDC and more If you want to check out my Youtube videos or my Instagram you can find me here. YOUTUBE main channel YOUTUBE 2nd channel INSTAGRAM And if you like early access to the podcasts + their video versions or you want to support my content, check out my Patreon

I quit May 21, 2025

Tha analytics got to me. I am doing an hiatus.

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What bag made Odie come back? THE ISMONO PODCAST with @OdieMatthews  Apr 09, 2025

Talking to Odie Matthews on why he came back to the bag world and what he has done during his hiatus.

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Talking to Wandering Dots Sep 27, 2023

This episode was recorded in 2020 and I talk to Sasha from Wandering Dots.

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Buying the first proper bag. EP04 with Chris (YKT Originals) Jan 18, 2023

Chris is one of my YKT Originals Patreon Supporter. One topic we talk about is "Buying the first proper bag". If you also want to be a guest of my Podcast in the future, as a Patreon you have the option to be a guest in my future Podcasts.

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Youtube can be stressful. Talking with Drizlax aka OGtalks Mar 15, 2023

In this episode I talk to Drizlax aka OGtalks. We talk about Youtube, EDC, bags and more

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Talking to photographer and leather EDC creator Christian McGuinness Oct 25, 2023

In this podcast episode from 2021 I talk to photographer and leather craftsman Christian McGuinness

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Is the bag world dead? Discussion with Aaron from Nomads Nation Dec 06, 2023

Is the bag world dead? Have consumers lost interest in bags? THis is what Aaron from Nomads Nation and I will discuss. Aaron has prepared some visuals. We tried to make everything as understandable as possible if you are just listening, but we would recommend to watch the video version here. https://youtu.be/z4kXyf2iiAY

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Evolving your Youtube Channel in one year with Outenthelights Nov 20, 2024

It was such a fun conversation. However, due to some technical issues the recording stopped after 14 min. We will rerecord the conversation in the future.

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Why Having Two Kids Changed My EDC & YouTube THE ISMONO PODCAST with @RonKwok  Nov 02, 2025

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Back with Ron Kwok! Why Having Two Kids Changed My EDC & YouTube Welcome back to the podcast! 🎉 For the first episode after a six-month hiatus, I'm thrilled to welcome back the incredible Ron Kwok from Live with Purpose!

Since our last chat in March 2023, Ron’s life and content creation journey have seen some big changes—including becoming a dad of two!

In this episode, Ron opens up about his recent content sprint, experimenting with new video formats (like his viral interview-style EDC video), and the evolution of his gear setup. We deep dive into what it really means to have a practical Everyday Carry for Dads when your hands are full 🍼.

Spoiler: Say goodbye to the knife!

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00:00 Intro 0:15 - The Podcast is BACK! (And I'm rusty) 1:12 - Ron Kwok Update: Family Life, Content Sprint, and the 5 AM Grind 2:58 - Ron's New Netflix-Style Interview EDC Video 5:01 - Ron’s Camera Gear: Why the Sony a7C is Still the Workhorse 7:00 - Filming at Home: The Challenge of Work/Life Balance for Creators 7:45 - What is Ron's Current EDC? (The Dad Edition) 9:40 - The EDC Essential: Why Ron Rocks a Sling Bag (Front-Slung) 11:04 - The No-Knife Rule & Why He Carries a Leatherman PS Style 11:33 - Why Ron Switched to a Fountain Pen (Big Idea Designs) 14:59 - Power Banks, Tech, and Preparedness for Day Trips 18:31 - The Daddy Diaper Bag Dilemma: Ron's Solution 19:23 - Ron’s Day Pack: The Able Carry Daybreaker 20:35 - Organization Secret: Using Color-Coded Pouches (No Cavemen Here!) 23:37 - X-PAC vs. Ripstop: Do You Need Expensive Materials? 25:35 - Ron's System for Unpacking Every Bag to Stay Organized

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