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"I like to think I'm a listener, and I'm fascinated by observing people - I suppose you just lock that in."

Amanda Burton, Irish Actress

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"I like to think I'm a listener, and I'm fascinated by observing people - I suppose you just lock that in."

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"I like to think I'm a listener, and I'm fascinated by observing people - I suppose you just lock that in."

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