Karl Pilkington: Satisfied Fool

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Karl Pilkington, best known for his podcasts with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant and his travel show An Idiot Abroad goes on a quest to find out if intelligence really makes you happier.

Released: Mar 7, 2007

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