What we wanted before 16

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It’s the age that you’re considered a proper teenager and 16 isn’t always an easy time. You’re starting to decide about what subjects to take in your senior years, possible career paths, and you’re starting to learn what it means to be an adult. What are some of the things someone needs to do before 16?

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Phil de Lange
Phil de Lange
Phil de Lange is the producer of the Ryan O'Connor Breakfast show and has been with Smile 90.4FM since it's inception in 2013. Through his work on the breakfast show he has won two national radio awards. He has been in broadcasting for 15 years and has honed his talent at 6 different radio stations. Outside of radio he is also a podcast producer and award winning stand-up comedian.

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