"Hey there, I'm Sam and I love to complain," sounds like the kind of introduction one would give at an AA meeting, except instead of battling alcoholism, they're addicted to being a sourpuss, and well—if the shoe fits! Sam considers herself to be pessimistic at best and a downright bitch at her worst. Each week, she invites a talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular guest on the podcast to gab about the good, the bad, and the ugly. What began as a silly little out ...
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Are you a growth-oriented, mindful and busy mom who wants to raise strong daughters? Me too! Tune in for short episodes (under 25 min) filled with inspiration, insights and actionable tips from experts, moms who’ve been there, and host Carmelita Tiu (a mom of two girls herself). Hear about timely (& sometimes tough) topics: boundaries, self-care, creating safe spaces, self confidence, intuition, negative patterns, body positivity, friendship, body image, gender stereotypes, stress, and more. ...
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Energy is all around and when you learn to recalibrate your heart energy, you learn to release past, negative energy that's hanging around and learn to bring in a light energy to see yourself differently, positive and with a new love for who you are, your purpose and what will truly make you happy.
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Called to Stand Out: The Bold + Confident Photographer community- Balancing Motherhood and Business, Confidence and Motivation for Photographers
Marina Anaya
Hey friend! Are you a photographer mama feeling like a crazy person just trying to balance motherhood and a photography business that just isn’t paying the bills? Wonder how you’ll ever survive when you’re seemingly a tiny fish in a quickly growing photographer sea? You KNOW God put this dream in your heart but you can’t shut up the negative self-talk as you get sucked down the comparison spiral again? I’m Marina, wife, mama and family photographer saved by grace. Listen, I know the mom guil ...
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Crazy Good God, do you know Him? He's somethin' else! And He thinks you are AWESOME! My fifteen minute Episodes eventually became five minute Quick Deep Points. The QDPs will make you ponder! Episodes launch every Wednesday morning 5am. Since a child I was told about Jesus. Over the years there have been difficulties and losses that have heightened understanding of who He is. I was involved in numerous ministries and church leadership for several decades. There were many opportunities to see ...
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This is a podcast to ignite a change in the mindset of women. Allowing them to tap into themselves and fight for things they truly want, and not just what is given to them. Questions and submissions can be sent to womenempoweredpodcast@gmail.com
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My entrepreneurial journey to success.
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Live HAPPIER Longer Podcast
Molly Watts, Aging with Optimism & Building Habits of a HAPPIER, longer life!
The Live HAPPIER longer podcast is equal parts information, inspiration, education and motivation all dedicated to building the habits of a HAPPIER, longer life. The daily plan focuses on five actions that are proven to increase longevity, and improve optimism about aging. Host Molly Watts, along with her guests will teach you how to MOVE*LEARN*SHARE*GIVE* and *LET GO. The quality of your habits, equals the quality of your life. Our habits are sustainable into your 80's, 90's and beyond. If ...
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The Mastering SNAP podcast gives you an in depth look at Strategy, news in the world of Marvel SNAP, and a thoughtful examination of various gaming topics, it is bought to you by MasteringSnap.com with hosts VinKelsier and Talkwyn! Follow us on twitter https://twitter.com/MasteringSnap Join our Discord https://discord.gg/ZqdV9TgnSs Vin's Socials https://twitter.com/vin_kelsier https://www.twitch.tv/vinkelsier Talkwyn's Socials https://twitter.com/talkwyn https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6eo ...
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comic book enthusiasts discuss characters, movies, and events
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Did you know that humans cement their taste in music in their late twenties? Feeling incredibly blessed to live during a time in which my Saturn Return overlaps with Brat Summer — formative years to say the least! Mickey and I take to the podcast to discuss the ups and downs of owning a fully devel…
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On the Power of Sisterhood & a Mother's Legacy // with Amy & Nancy Harrington
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Host Carmelita Tiu interviews sisters Amy and Nancy, founders of The Passionistas Project, about their journey, sisterhood, and empowering women. Key Topics: [00:01:30] Introduction to Amy and Nancy Founders of The Passionistas Project and their sisterhood journey. [00:05:15] The Legacy of Their Mother Discussing the impact of their mother’s teachi…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) The Olympics had us singing "Party in the USA" just before the Chicago Air and Water Show came along and knocked the red, white, and blue right out of us again — because that's where we simply must stand on business! Ciara and I take to the podcast to celebrate Team USA and triangular-shaped buildi…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) We're baaaack, and much to everyone's dismay, we're better than ever! Join us for our season kick-off where James and I take to the pod to share in our love for swimming and our distaste for servers that overcompensate, and stay for an impassioned speech about how much I hate having to get up out o…
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From Business to Ballots - A Mompreneur's Path to Politics // with Tamie Wilson
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In this episode, host Carmelita (Cat) Tiu, welcomes Tamie, a passionate entrepreneur and political candidate, who shares her journey from being a single mom and business owner to running for Congress. Tamie discusses the importance of women's voices in politics, the unique challenges women face in leadership roles, and her commitment to bringing co…
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Dismantling Family Privilege // with Nicole Rodgers of Family Story
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In this episode, Carmelita welcomes Nicole from Family Story to discuss the concept of family privilege and the importance of broadening our understanding of what constitutes a family. Together, they explore the societal, cultural, and policy implications of adhering to a narrow definition of family and offer practical advice for raising children t…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Is there anything better than seeing how the other half lives? If you enjoy treating yourself to celebrity home tours or listening to Dakota Johnson ramble on about false fruit obsessions, this episode is for you! Join us for a silly little conversation about Architectural Digest tours, the impendi…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Sitting around the campfire is all fun and games until you become the chosen one and suddenly you're blind and both of your lungs collapse. Not to mention the lingering smell that adheres to everything you own — 'tis the season! James and I jump on the podcast to fawn over reunion videos, complain …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Did you have a Christian phase? Have you also been arrested? I'm not saying there's a correlation, but let's look at the facts. Kyle and I self-identify as total sweethearts, but previously we were singing hymns and doing time. Join us for an honest conversation about the joys of dating, the burden…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Picture this: It's 1:30 am, the lights come on, 'Closing Time' starts playing over the speakers, the bartenders have turned on you and there are two big burly guys telling you that you can't wait for your Uber inside. Is there anything worse? I think not! Owen, James, and I take to the podcast for …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Do you suffer from road rage or are you medicated? As a proud passenger princess myself, I typically abstain — but I understand the urge, driving is hard! Let it out, bestie! Dylan and I take to the pod to grumble about physical labor and publicly shame people who don't use their turn signals. Join…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Did your high school have an open campus lunch or were you one of the unlucky ones? I hate to break it to you, but there is truly no experience that could compare to piling seven deep in a friend's car and zipping across the street to the mall food court for a slice of Rocky Rococo's pepperoni pizz…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Do you ride or die for Steve Jobs? Don’t worry, you’re safe here! Jake and I take to the podcast to discuss the finest technological advances of our lifetime (caller ID & iPhone cases with kickstands) while simultaneously confessing our unyielding need to touch grass and perhaps create something wi…
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Speaking Up & Uncomfortable Conversations // with Rayna Rose Exelbierd
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Tough topics. Whether it's a disagreement with a coworker, or tackling uncomfortably conversations with our kids, it can be hard to know how to approach things. Today's episode focuses on communication and conversations, exploring the impact of what we say or don't say on our lives and relationships. 0:50 - Meet our guest, Rayna Rose Exelbierd, a m…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) I need to apologize to anyone who listens to this episode and purchases a ticket to Lollapalooza because I said Phoebe Bridgers is on the lineup. That is utter misinformation, she's probably busy that weekend, and I have no idea where I heard this rumor or why it came out of my mouth. Please forgiv…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Do you have a nickname? Was it self prescribed or bestowed upon you? Do you prefer your god-given name? What if god isn’t real, then what? So many questions! While you contemplate your answers, why not join us for a silly little episode about the magic of visiting your local Asian supermarket, the …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Becoming an adult means getting a printer for the home and we're officially shedding our youth today, folks. James and I take to the pod to discuss the versatility of breakfast sandwiches, lament over the incredible inconvenience of having to type in a password, and persecute anyone who willingly l…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) What ever happened to getting all gussied up for a night at the theater? We used to have class, we used to have taste, we used to have culture — now all we've got are a bunch of hussies wearing their "Kiss me, I'm Irish" t-shirts to the Saturday evening showing of My Fair Lady. Join us for a silly …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Not to be dramatic, but I would happily lay down my life for the man who sings songs to his goat on TikTok. Have you had the pleasure of encountering this sweet creature? His gentle spirit, his adoring fan, I simply can't get enough! Join us on the pod for a silly little conversation about whether …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Did you know that if you get bad news during a tarot reading it's your fault? Anyway, Jasen paid 30 dollars for a woman to tell him he was destined to get famous by coming on my podcast, so here goes! Join us for a silly little conversation about rollerskating, apartments with no personality, and r…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) When it comes to condiments, how refined is your palate? I'm a mustard girlie, but I admittedly still fuck with ketchup, is that okay? You can be honest! Join us for a silly little conversation about our favorite mayo-based dressings, our biggest red flags, and our thoughts on the ugliest running s…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Besties, are you tweaking out or are you locked in? We're asking the tough questions today on Pessimistic at Best! Personally, I'm tweaking but I'm trying sooo hard to lock in. Join us for a comically unstable conversation about bidets, movie trailers, and the Twitter comments section. Get silly wi…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Are you a cat person or a dog person? I'm not trying to start drama but personally, I've never seen a dog boots the house down, just saying!!! Zoe and take to the podcast to fawn over the feline's primordial pouch, trash talk Chicago winters, and share our hot takes on hairless pets — join in if yo…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) It's 2024 and the rumors are true, I'm popping off this year! So sorry you had to find out like this, destiny is calling and I'd be a fool to let her go to voicemail, as they say! We're back with a new season and a slightly new episode format that I'm so excited to finally pump into your sweet litt…
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Grief, Loss & Parenting // with Shameka Williams
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Grief is not exclusive to death. Guest Shameka Williams, founder of Those Without Mothers, and From Grief to Love, shares her journey with grief and the lessons she learned, including: Giving yourself permission to grieve How grief, loss, transition intertwine What can happen if we don't process our grief The difference between processing feelings …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) We’re just another internet couple creating content for our adoring fans. It’s hard work, but somebody’s got to do it. So, here we present you the final episode of season six. We’re celebrating Festivus a little early this year and airing our grievances with one another right here on the pod, so jo…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) How old were you when you learned to eat vegetables? As a former picky eater, I was admittedly a bit of late bloomer, myself. Magda and I may have grown up in different cities but we were both members of our respective middle school skiing clubs, neither of us can do a cartwheel, and we both decide…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) What's your favorite season? If the answer isn't fall, you're wrong, no offense! The weather, the clothes, the variety of soups — I mean seriously, what's not to love? Join us for a little chat about our mutual love for all things autumnal and stay for a run-down of the campiest horror movies and o…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Did you know opting out of Boom Cup could prevent you from contracting coronavirus? That's a W for my non-competitive gals if I've ever heard one! Yes, the rumors are true, James got the vid and then got his job back, and I got to be home for one whole day last week! Anyway, join us for an incredib…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Someone on YouTube commented on one of my recent podcast episodes and said, "Good video and pretty feet," so do with that information what you will! Safe to say I've been wearing socks on the pod ever since. Anyway, your favorite co-host is back, so tune into this week's ep for a breakdown of the d…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Have you ever traveled to Calabasas and back in a day? Well I have, and it stunk! Picture this—you’re flying Southwest Airlines, you unknowingly choose the seat in between a large party of 40-year old divorcees, you land at LAX and are forced to walk 2 miles to the Uber pick-up spot, you drive to y…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Do you still seek approval from Mom? Don't worry, you're amongst friends! I mean come on, there's truly nothing more validating than an endorsement from your mother, even at the ripe old age of twenty-seven. Alex, Andrew, and I take to the podcast to discuss the challenges of living with food restr…
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Girls Just Want to Play Outside
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Do you believe in astrology? Meg and I are both fire signs entering our Saturn Return, so send us your thoughts and prayers, besties! On this week's ep, we discuss the pros and cons of recreational sports, recount the trauma of running the pacer test in gym class, and share our mutual ick for grown…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Besties, what do you do when you get into a funk? Do you quit your job? Move to a new city? Guest star on a friend's podcast? All valid options, to be sure! Collin and I take to the pod to chat about when it's appropriate to run away from your problems, what not to order at your favorite fast-casua…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) My wonderful friend Clair and I take to the podcast for a philosophical discussion about a few of the very particular life experiences explicitly reserved for twenty-somethings who are post-college, but pre-normal, happy, functioning adult life — including, but certainly not limited to, teaching En…
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This One's for My Non-Sporty Girls
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) I'm not a particularly competitive person and I certainly wasn't gifted with strong hand-eye coordination—and as they say—two wrongs don't make a right. Brit, Cat, and I take to the podcast to share our mutual disdain for competitive sports, dive into our incredibly unlucky losing streaks, and give…
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Episode Fifty-Four: Static…Split? (Static Shock Blackout and Static Shock: Origin I)
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In Episode Fifty-Four of True Believers, chrs puts a shock to her own system with not one, but TWO Static fan films. Music: Synapse by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Additional voices by: Iman, Rhythm Gaming Extraordinaire Sound Effects: "Static Burst 2" by Silverillusionist Stefan Dezil’s website http://www.sdezil.com/ Static Shock B…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Fun fact: I once had a classmate give a 5-minute speech about how I'm actually not that big of an asshole despite being an only child — pretty cool right! Ray and I take to the podcast to bond over our "only child syndrome," debate over Drake's silly little habit of adopting new accents, and share …
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Episode Fifty-Three: They Had No Faith in You | The League of Regrettable Superheroes
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In the fifty-third episode of True Believers, chrs tackles assertions made by Jon Morris in The League of Regrettable Superheroes: Half-Baked Heroes from Comic Book History. Notes: Daimon Hellstrom’s sister’s name actually is SATANA and Shannon Hale did write The Princess Academy books!!!! This episode was made in partnership with Magic Mind; to fi…
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(This was supposed to post at SEVEN AM and didn't go through because of the wifi/broadband/whatever issues I've been having that delayed Episode Fifty-Three)
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Where the Hell Have You Been, Loca?
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Ok be honest, was Twilight your sexual awakening too? I think it goes without saying that we're Team Edward, but the thing about being Team Edward is that we were obviously still hootin' & hollerin' along with everyone else in the theater during that shirtless scene in New Moon. I mean come on, we'…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Do you dodge teenagers like the plague? Do you cross the street to avoid crossing their path? You may have ephebiphobia or an irrational fear of teens, and let it be known that you're amongst friends. Sarah and I take to the podcast to share our mutual fear of TikTok's target demographic and bond o…
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Kids, Tech & the Good Enough Digital Parent // with Katie Davis
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Kids and technology use – we’ve all asked ourselves, how much screen time should kids have? Am I giving my kids too much? When should they get cell phones? The list goes on. Today's guest, Dr. Katie Davis, is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington (UW) and Director of the UW Digital Youth Lab. For nearly twenty years, Dr. Davis has …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) Season 6 is here at long last! Let us catch you up on everything that's happened since we last spoke, from vowing never to travel with our cats again to waking up with a stranger in our bed to Lizzo getting canceled for body-shaming her backup dancers. It's been an eventful few weeks, to say the le…
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Episode Fifty-Two: The Further Adventures of Negative Nancy and The Fandom Optimist
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In part two of this episode of True Believers, chrs and ol Stumbleduck (special guest Jordan from The Fandom Optimists) try their best to finish Jordan's character build and convince other Hall of Pods-casters to move to the Lone Star State. TW for…racist content(?) in respect to the Dungeons & Dragons 5E Player Handbook and old supplements for Adv…
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Episode Fifty-One: Character Creation
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In part one of this episode of True Believers, chrs and ol Stumbleduck (special guest Jordan from The Fandom Optimists) try their best to build Jordan his very first Dungeons & Dragons 5e character. It……..went. TW for…racist content(?) in respect to the Dungeons & Dragons 5E Player Handbook and old supplements for Advanced Dungeons & Dragons. Follo…
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Update from my phone (because I forgot)(sorry)tldr; I'm uploading Thursdays instead
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Episode Fifty: Me, In the Multiverse
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In Episode Fifty of True Believers, chrs examines the multiverse concept through no actual science and only the lens of various forms of media. This episode was made in partnership with Magic Mind; to find out more information about the company and try out the product, you can go to https://magicmind.com/truebelievers and use the code TRUEBELIEVERS…
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) One hundred episodes in and we're feeling fine! James and I take to the podcast to celebrate with a riveting discussion about our stance on hot tubs, Chicago's breakfast spots, and the potentially life-altering decision to say goodbye to Eucerin forever, sounds fun, right? Join in! P.S. To whom it …
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Send us a love letter (or hate mail, your choice!) If it's one thing about me, I'm not competitive, but I am a sore loser. James and I just got back from a trip to Milwaukee to celebrate a friend's birthday and we played an absolutely ridiculous amount of card games, got in a fight about whether or not to go to Summerfest, ate copious amounts of ke…
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