You know, summer always changes how I get dressed.

I need pieces that feel lighter and more breathable things that are easy, but still put together.

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and 365-day returns. Quince.com slash John.

Simon Moyes Smith is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. Simon's a contributing

writer at NBC News and The Nation.com.

He is the author of the forthcoming book. Your Spirit Animal is a jackass, and he's the adjunct professor of Indigenous Studies at the University of Colorado, Denver. Simon, it is so good to see you. Welcome back. Thanks for having me, man. Thanks for being here.

Julie Franchella is with us as well.

Julie is a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience,

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