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Read by Scott Brick
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Cognition
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Read by Scott Brick
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Read by Scott Brick
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Written by Dom Cooke
Read by Scott Brick
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The Many Failures of Larry David
Published 19 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] There are, of course, countless character witnesses who could be called upon to refute this allegation. And surely, if presented in a courtroom, their testimonies would sway a jury.' But for Larry, who has forever been his harshest critic, no amount of evidence will ever persuade him. No, it's true, Larry reiterates, though not laughing as he does so. That's why I don't like going places or being anywhere, because I don't like paying attention to people. I'm just not present. I have a terrible inability to be present. I shouldn't be invited anywhere. I don't participate. I don't contribute. I sit there, like a lox. […]
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