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We’re a married atheist couple raising two wonderful, strange children. We ask big questions, dissect weird parenting moments, and examine how society ignores or misrepresents families like ours. If you’re any stripe of non-believer who’s involved in raising children, welcome! You are our people.
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Rachel White is modern-day shaman and the owner of TOTEM Readings, a decades-old spiritual practice. In the Skeptical Shaman, we engage fascinating folks-- from psychics to healers to skeptics and cynics-- in a dialogue designed to help the spiritually homeless navigate the landscape of woo. Are you curious about spiritually but worry about falling into a cult? Do you want to learn more without falling into a con? The Skeptical Shaman is the place for you.
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Welcome to the Two Skeptical Chaps, with three Skeptical Chaps; Dr Dan, Spike and Ollie. Everything from news, politics, current affairs and social media. Anything that annoys or delights us. And if you are easily offended or underage, you probably shouldn’t be listening. But we want you to!
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They look alike, they talk alike, they even live across the street from one another. But when it comes to the debate over the paranormal, these two sisters couldn’t be more opposite. Listen in, while one sister tries to convince the other that ghosts do, in fact, exist. They may never get to the bottom of the truth, but they’ll sure laugh a lot while trying.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/skepticalleftist/subscribe Promoting critical thinking, social justice, and left wing politics by covering current events and talking to a variety of people. Include the Red Reviews podcast where Justin Clark talks about a book relevent to leftist theory or practice
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Pan Psax, El léñas, Ameely a Lichlelle vážně a převážně nevážně hovoří o skepticismu, skeptickém hnutí, vědě a pseudovědě, a věcech podobných. Amatérský podcast - snížená kvalita vynahrazována nadšením tvůrců. Poslech doporučuje jeden z 9,766×10na46. homeopatů! Kontakt: kontakt@mosl.cz mosl.cz https://discord.gg/g4QTnaB
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Welcome to the Skeptical Brotha podcast. Politics, particularly Black Politics, is our focus. Cover art photo provided by Sam Burriss on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@samburriss
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The Skeptical Pervert

Franklin, Joreth, Eunice

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Welcome to the Skeptical Pervert podcast, where we take a rational, skeptical look at many of the beliefs, attitudes, and ideas surrounding sex and human sexuality. The Skeptical Pervert is a fun, entertaining (we hope!) look at the weird, wonderful world of sex, seen through a rational, skeptical, evidence-based eye.
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Skeptical Thinker

The Skeptical Thinker

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Discussion on current issues that affect the skeptic community. We like to discuss issues regarding religion & atheism, human rights issues, bogus product claims, social trends, current events, and anything else that seems to use alternative "facts".
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All of us have been students at some point or the other in our lives but how many of us were Skeptical Students? Indian students have a mind, they can ask 'why' and 'how' and aren't afraid to challenge conventions. Unravel this podcast with us where we talk about schools, education system, it's loopholes, preconceived notions and the much needed changes. Packed with ideas, arguments, facts and real experiences Tune in! Because questions spark conversations, conversations ignite debates and d ...
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Welcome to the Completely Unnecessary Skeptical Podcast - A Skeptical Podcast brought to you from the bottom of the planet that's jam-packed with really interesting, random, (mostly) skeptical content with a distinctly unique Kiwi flavour. * Although we focus mainly on NZ skeptical issues (and skeptical issues that impact Kiwis), we’re pretty sure you’ll enjoy our podcast (if you're a skeptic!) – no matter where you’re from. * Note: Kiwi refers to a small flightless bird indigenous to New Ze ...
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Philosophically honest conversations about existence & humanity - mingled with music. Aunt Kristin is a Wife, Mom, Teacher & Mystic Uncle Matt is a Husband, Dad, Trial Attorney & Skeptic Together we are - Skeptical Mystics with our partners in life: D.M.T* COGNITIVE WARNING - SOMETIMES WE USE RUDE WORDS! Topics include Drugs - Sex - Love - Violence & Death. We may use raw and vivid imagery and put words in uncomfortable orders to explore the limits of reality. * Not the Molecule
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Skeptical Skeptics

RJ and Rachel Metzger

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This is a podcast for people somewhere in between believer and skeptic. Whether it's aliens, bigfoot, or just creepy Dan down the hall, we'll talk about it. Feedback, reviews, subs, and all are super appreciated, but we want to talk to you as well, so connect with us on Twitter and Facebook: @SkepSkepPod on both! Or visit our website at SkepticalSkeptics.com!
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We're tired of pertinent social and science news being buried by claptrap. Our podcast is here to bring you relevant, under-reported current events, as well as in-depth discussions from a scientific, critical, skeptical, and humorous point of view. Derek and Swoopy are your hosts, filling your pod and your brain with skeptical insight and conversation, sometimes heated, on a plethora of topics that are ripe for critical examination. Bringing truth to podcasting, and all who choose to listen. ...
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The non-Christians we speak to today are generally post-churched, post-reached and post-Christendom. If we’re going to tell our friends about Jesus, we’re going to need new approaches that take into account who they are, and the world they live in. This is a six-part super-podcast by Sam Chan, author of Evangelism In A Skeptical World and evangelist for City Bible Forum. Sam talks Mark Hadley through a collection of 15 minute evangelism life hacks that will help you give your friends the Gos ...
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Join Katie Stahler, Psy.D. for short, guided meditations for anyone who struggles with a more traditional approach to mindfulness. As a therapist with ADHD, Dr. Stahler recognizes the importance of slowing down and being in the moment but that has always been very difficult for her to do in practice. So, through her own personal journey and her work with clients, she has worked to make these things more accessible to those with different brains. Enjoy!
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In this episode, I chat with psychoanalysts Avgi Saketopoulou and Ann Pellegrini about their new book, Gender Without Identity. We dig into how gender isn’t some fixed core identity but something shaped by cultural interactions, and yeah, sometimes trauma. Avgi and Ann take apart the mainstream ideas of gender, questioning the whole "core identity"…
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In this second episode in our special Supernatural Stories series, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with client and friend Hannah Schwartz all about her recent connection with the ancient Norse God Odin-- aka "Mr. Wednesday". Hannah first encountered Odin as a person-sized raven watching over a flock of chickens in a dream, not immediate…
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Wild things happen when demons and past lives collide! Our fan favorite this week is Kara! If you, like Kara are a caretaker for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia, please check out this wonderful resource, The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementias (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book) P…
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Squeee! First interview in the books. We started out talking about seeing The Wild Robot with the boys. And then we spoke with Betsy Deville about her book, Grief for Atheists: A Compassionate Guide with Evidence-Based Strategies to Navigate Your Loss. Grief may not sound like a fun topic, but discussing ways to handle grief for kids and parents wi…
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In this stream, we gather a diverse group of progressives to discuss the U.S. election—an event we all wish was over but can't ignore. Our panel, including Foxy Jazzabelle, my usual cohost Justin Clark, Steve Shives, Chrisi from Chrisiousity, and SomeRandomG33k (who organized the stream), dive into the messy reality of the election and its conseque…
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In this first episode in our special Supernatural Stories series, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with client KC Gale all about her now *infamous* visit from a Mayan Death Bat! Despite what spooky or downright terrifying images the phrase "Mayan Death Bat" might initially conjure, KC is here to flip the script-- and explain how this unu…
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The birds are whispering, the cats are smoking, its chaos over here. Our fan favorite this week is Dianne!! Thanks for being a fan! Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find our social handles, go to our website,⁠ www.myskepticalsister.com You c…
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In this episode of Red Reviews, Justin and I take a deep dive into Christian Parenti’s Radical Hamilton to explore the side of Alexander Hamilton that mainstream history often overlooks. Far from the establishment figure he’s made out to be, Hamilton had some truly radical ideas about how to structure the American economy. We break down his bold vi…
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In this episode, we dig into Technofeudalism by Yanis Varoufakis and ask: Are we just digital serfs in today’s world? We break down how tech giants have created a new kind of feudalism, controlling our data and our lives without us even realizing it. From social media to cloud services, these corporations are the new lords, and we're left doing the…
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It’s our 200th Episode! And we completely forgot to mention it! Our bads! Enjoy! Our fan favorites this week are all of you! Everyone who took a moment to vote for us in the Leo! Thank You so much! Please consider donating to the American Red Cross and/or Direct Relief to help those affected by Hurricane Milton and Helen. Please remember to Rate, R…
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Erin’s wrong about a lot of things, but this might be the most wrong she has been yet! Our fan favorite this week is Cassie!! Thanks for being a fan Cassie! Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find our social handles, go to our website,⁠ www.my…
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In this episode, I sit down with Jessa McLean, a political organizer turned grassroots activist, to explore her journey from running with the NDP to embracing direct action. We dive into the realities of party politics, the power of tenant organizing, and why Jessa believes real change has to come from the ground up. She shares candid insights on t…
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This week, we get to hear Erin’s scariest ghost story yet! Our fan favorite this week is Brandon! Check out his youtube channel @BAMMEDIA. Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find our social handles, go to our website,⁠ www.myskepticalsister.co…
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In this episode, Justin and I take a critical look at Lenin through the lens of Anton Pannekoek’s Lenin as Philosopher. We dig into whether Lenin was the revolutionary he claimed to be or if his vision ended up reinforcing the authoritarian systems he was supposedly against. We break down Pannekoek’s arguments, challenge some common ideas about Len…
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Send us a text Thoughts about the emergence of The Cyber Age. What do I think are the 5 major technologies and their applications which are forming The Cyber Age and are continuing to form it. I also discuss my thoughts about cyber-forming, cyber risks, and the cyber attack space. My LinkedIn home page is: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryrabkin/ -…
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In this episode of Red Reviews, Justin and I dig into Less is More by Jason Hickel. We break down the core ideas behind degrowth, challenge the myth that endless growth is necessary, and explore how ditching growth-obsessed capitalism could create a fairer, more sustainable world. We also talk about how the public wouldn’t need to sacrifice as much…
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Don’t worry everyone, this week’s episode has stories from credible sources…as in real humans…Meghann fact checked just for you! Our fan favorite this week is Maggie! She would like to plug thestore.org, a free grocery story in Nashville founded by Brad Paisley and Kimberly William Paisley. Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Po…
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Do one topic I thought. Make it short and easy I thought. Annnndddd… cue the Divine Mocker (who definitely doesn’t exist, but when things go off the rails it makes me happy to think about someone getting joy from my situation). We started out talking about how our move has shown us just how adaptable the kids can be while at the same time being per…
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FIXED If you ever wondered why Meghann is such a skeptic, you will wonder no more after this episode! Our fan favorite this week is Kellye! Kellye would like for you to support your local animal shelter. Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find…
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In this episode, I talked to Lucretia McEvil to dive deep into anarchist and leftist theory, exploring how these ideas shape our worldview and guide us in a world that often feels like it's falling apart. We discuss the challenges of staying positive when it seems like the world resists change at every turn, and reflect on how we navigate the strug…
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We said what we said.... This week's fan favorite is Erin. She would like for us to plug https://www.savethesaola.org Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find our social handles, go to our website,⁠ www.myskepticalsister.com You can also suppor…
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In this episode, we dive into Stephen J. Gould’s Rocks of Ages and explore his compelling argument for "Non-Overlapping Magisteria" — the idea that science and religion each have their own domains and don’t need to clash. Join us as we unpack how Gould’s perspective offers a refreshing take on the age-old conflict between fact and faith, and what i…
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We came up with a great idea for a new podcast…but don’t worry, we are too lazy and it sounds like too much work! Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find our social handles, go to our website,⁠ www.myskepticalsister.com You can also support us…
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In this episode, we dive deep into David Halberstam's classic book The Best and the Brightest, exploring how some of America's most esteemed minds led the country into one of its most significant foreign policy disasters—the Vietnam War. We unpack the failures of leadership, the hubris of the so-called "best and brightest," and the devastating impl…
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Is it Freaky Friday, cause the sisters have swapped places! Please take a moment to vote (up to once a day) for our podcast for Best Local Podcast at https://vote.leoweekly.com/media/best-local-podcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawEfw4tleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWxAjdJe_q8vwl-rpIrHVson3TMns0uAn8u_bdU55bAFTG0FbLMWzeRJxw_aem__z_4WuIbkUlhqiw5U9eDEw Please remember to Rate, …
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Hey everyone, welcome back to the show. Today, we’re revisiting some older bonus content, originally from August of 2021, part of our Red Reviews series—this one’s Red Reviews #6. Even though it’s been a while since we recorded it, the issues we discuss are still very much relevant today. We’ll be diving into how some on the left can lose their way…
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In this episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with Voodoo practitioner, author and business owner Sallie Ann Glassman all about the realm of spirits, otherwise known in Voodoo as "loa". Sallie has been practicing Vodoo in New Orleans since 1976 and is the owner of the Island of Salvation Botanica, a st…
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We have been in the thick of moving, and it has been… at time. We didn’t even think to mention the weird AirBnBs and hotels we had to stay at. (If you’re going to categorize something as a bedroom, it should have a door, right?) But we’ve been coping, and we discuss how much skepticism has played into handling these kinds of situations better. We a…
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Turns out Erin’s not the only one we need to worry about when it comes to joining a cult! Our fan favorite this week is Morgan! If you want to support her cause, help support your local animal shelter, or if you need a place to donate, please check out https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfHancockCountyAnimalShelter/. Please take a moment to vote (up t…
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I had a great chat with Eric Wickham from Big Shiny Takes. We covered a range of topics from Canadian politics and homelessness to the state of media bias. It was a fun and informative conversation that I think you’ll enjoy. Here are some links for stuff we talked about https://www.unrigged.ca/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/capital-gains-tax-bud…
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In this episode of The Skeptical Shaman, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) reconnects with "friend of the show" Abigail Kochunas, owner of of Sacred Healing Art AND an incredibly talented energy worker and animal communicator. Abigail outlines her journey discovering her natural talents with animal communication and energy work, and how she's a…
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Send us a text Thinking about some AI Technology Applications for the insurance industry. My LinkedIn home page is: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryrabkin/ ----------------------- The first book I wrote about the insurance industry and technology is titled: "From Stone Tablets to Satellites: The Continual Intimate but Awkward Relationship Between …
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I got 88 problems, but a ghost ain’t one! Our fan favorite this week is Ahhna Lee! Please check out her podcast called But First, Cafecito and Spirits and follow their instagram @butfirstcafecitoandspirts. Please take a moment to vote (up to once a day) for our podcast for Best Local Podcast at https://vote.leoweekly.com/media/best-local-podcast?fb…
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Unearth a forgotten gem from our archives! In this episode, we revisit a discussion on the decline of the secular movement, the Intellectual Dark Web (IDW), and the impact of sexual misconduct allegations. Join us for a nostalgic look back at a pivotal time in cultural and intellectual discourse. Here are a few links for subjects we touched on http…
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In this episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with friend of the show Roger Oney about her super-duper, not-so-fun week with an ancient Sumerian demon. Yah. You read that right. Listener beware: this episode IS spooky. So spooky, in fact, that it took Rachel more than a year to decide that it was ultim…
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Did we learn nothing from Poltergeist?!?! Our fan favorite this week is Ashley! Please check out her cause at www.autismdelaware.org.. Please take a moment to vote (up to once a day) for our podcast for Best Local Podcast at https://vote.leoweekly.com/media/best-local-podcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawEfw4tleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWxAjdJe_q8vwl-rpIrHVson3TMns0uAn8u_…
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In this episode, we're exploring the life and legacy of "the man who shook the world," J. Robert Oppenheimer. Our deep dive into Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin's American Prometheus takes us on a journey through the mind of the brilliant physicist who led the Manhattan Project. From his early academic days to his pivotal role in creating the atomic…
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In this episode of the Skeptical Shaman Podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) sits down with Britt Sandkulla-Sinclair (of Golden Thread Alchemy) to discuss the crucial need for release and surrender as we enter a new epoch on planet earth. Not only is Britt an astrologer and witch, but she's also a certified Death Doula--and very well vers…
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Nothing is scarier than a doppelganger….except maybe an angry Swifty. Our fan favorite this week is Iviana! Check out their sister, Anally’s podcast, But First, Cafecito and Spirits, and follow Iviana on instagram at ivi_hairandnails.Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us …
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In this episode of The Skeptical Shaman podcast, host Rachel White (of TOTEM Readings) chats with Rebecca Szymczak, aka Cardsy B (of The Hex and the City Podcast and The Saturn Diaries). Cardsy B returns to The Skeptical Shaman to dig deep into the turbulence hitting planet earth-- and all of the other planets, for that matter-- at the present mome…
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We’re back - again with questionable audio issues. If my computer noises are too much for you, skip to the 31:00 mark because they basically resolve in the last topic. We begin by talking about how we choose movies for the boys and use Common Sense Media - probably not as it’s intended. Then we briefly return to the topic of posting the 10 Commandm…
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In this enthralling episode, the Chaps explain their absence over the past two months. Frankly, it's down to one of them being bone idle and lounging around in bed for weeks. Also, we don't play The Snopes Game, we don't drop in on Sir Michael and we don't pay a visit to The Bunker. But we do have some confessions and a lovely chat, which we invite…
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Is it cheating…if it’s with a ghost? Our fan favorite this week is Julia! If you would like to visit their resale shop, check out poshmark.com user name ivygraceshop. And you can support their cause by supporting your local animal shelter! Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, fi…
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