# 2026-01-24: Excused Absences

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Podcast: [Curmudgeon's Corner](https://stenobird.com/podcast/curmudgeon-s-corner-683720)
Published: 2026-01-25T03:16:21+00:00
Episode link: http://curmudgeons-corner.com/ccep.php?epnum=972
Audio file: https://curmudgeons-corner.com/ccpod/CC20260124.mp3
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Duration seconds: 937

## Resource

This week on Curmudgeon's Corner, Sam explains why neither he or Ivan are here this week. Well, Sam is here, but barely here, just long enough to explain why he isn't here. It is a fun week of injuries and health challenges. So a minimal show. Sorry folks. Hopefully back to normal next week.   Show Details: Recorded 2026-01-24 Length this week 0:15:37 <!— /meta --> 0:00:27 - One and Only Ivan Out Sam Out Peace Out The Curmudgeon’s Corner theme music is generously provided by Ray Lynch . Our intro is The Oh of Pleasure (Amazon MP3 link) Our outro is Celestial Soda Pop (Amazon MP3 link) Both are from the album Deep Breakfast (iTunes link) Please buy his music and support his GoFundMe . <!— /credits -->

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