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Psych for Life with Dr. Amanda Ferguson

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Welcome to Exile, a podcast about Jewish lives under the shadow of fascism. Narrated by award-winning screen and stage actor, Mandy Patinkin. Untold stories and firsthand accounts drawn from intimate letters, diaries and interviews found in the Leo Baeck Institute’s vast archive. Each episode, a story of beauty and danger that brings history to life. Because the past is always present. Starting November 1, episodes are released weekly every Tuesday. The Leo Baeck Institute, New York | Berlin is a research library and archive focused on the history of German-speaking Jews. Antica Productions produces award-winning non-fiction podcasts, films and series which inform and inspire audiences around the world.

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Liked this topic? Grab a copy of my book, Life Works - Rediscover yourself and transform your relationships and begin your pathway to deeper self-connection and happiness (available from my website).
If you enjoy listening to the Psych for Life podcast, please rate, review and subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you're listening now.
Is there a pressing issue or topic you'd like me to discuss? Head to my instagram @dramandaferguson and send me a DM! I love hearing from my listeners.

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#Fitness #Self-Improvement #Mental Health #Dr Amanda Ferguson #Psychology #Psych #Professional Development #Entrepreneur #Business #Podcasting Education #After Life #Relationship

Celebrating Christmas and other celebrations in a cost of living crisis

Psych for Life with Dr. Amanda Ferguson

published منذ عام واحد

MP3•منزل الحلقة

129 حلقات

#Fitness #Self-Improvement #Mental Health #Dr Amanda Ferguson #Psychology #Psych #Professional Development #Entrepreneur #Business #Podcasting Education #After Life #Relationship

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