A Brief History of Bro Culture

A Brief History of Bro Culture
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Ovid (43 B.C.- 17 A.D.) — The Original Bro
The Latin poet is the author of Ars Amatoria (The Art of Love), one of the world's first makeout guides, which includes such tips as, "In fact, you will have to sit close — that's one of the rules...Whether she likes it or not, contact is part of the game." Pound it, bro!

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