Best The Boundaries Babe Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 101: 5 Tips for Burnout 38:57

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Burnout isn’t just tired; it’s deeper. In this episode, Jess unpacks how to spot burnout, why it affects so many people, and gentle ways to move toward healing and hope. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! Grab your copy + Claim your bonuses today! (Burnout Guide) Other books mentioned in this episode: Tired of Be…

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91 - People Pleasing at Work Gotcha Down? If you're a people pleaser from 9 to 5, it's time to start setting boundaries so you can take your power back. 49:52

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It's my first in a series on people pleasing! We're looking at it from all angles, starting with people-pleasing at work. We do it to stay safe, even to get ahead in our careers—but it's actually sabotaging our success! The problem is, half the time, we don't even know we're doing it, and the other half, we've people pleased before we even have a c…

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Episode 45 - The Look 59:55

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Once a person gives you “the look”, it’s over with.

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Episode 100: What Comes Next + True Confessions of An Author with Anna Victorson 40:41

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We made it to 100 episodes of The Jess Connolly Podcast! Jess and the director of Go + Tell Gals, Anna Victorson celebrate this milestone with a behind-the-scenes look at book launches, the story behind Jess’s new devotional What Comes Next, and lessons from 100 episodes of living fully awake. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: 🎉 Giveaway time! 🎉 We’ve got some…

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Episode 99: Are Your Boundaries Selfish? 41:14

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What if boundaries aren’t selfish, but a way to honor God and love people better? In this episode, Jess explores what the Bible actually says about limits, how Jesus modeled them, and why healthy boundaries bring freedom. She also shares five simple questions to help you discern if a boundary in your life is Spirit-led. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Preord…

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Episode 44 - “When The Relationship Ends, You Begin” 50:55

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What they leave behind is way more valuable than what they take with them. 💯

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90 - When Should You End a Relationship? - How get out of toxic connections and into reciprocal, loving relationships as recovering people pleasers and children of gaslighters. 31:41

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How do you know when it's time to end a friendship, or any relationship for that matter? How do you know when you're just being "dramatic," like your family of origin always told you you were, and when you're self-advocating and standing in your power? How do you balance healthy boundaries with healthy compassion, especially when a person's toxicit…

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Episode 98: Bible Babes - Part Seven with Katie Oballe 44:21

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Bible Babes is back, and this week Jess is joined by her friend Katie Oballe to walk through James 3. This passage doesn’t hold back, reminding us that our words can spark life or lead to destruction. Together, Jess and Katie talk honestly about why taming the tongue feels so hard, how the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakness, and what it looks lik…

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Episode 97: Why I Love The Apostle Paul + Greece Interview with Emily Vogeltanz 44:55

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Jess opens up about her journey from struggling with Paul’s tone to deeply loving his writings, and why his view on suffering, weakness, and grace matters today. She also shares how Paul inspired her new book, What Comes Next, and talks with Emily Vogeltanz about their upcoming Steps of Paul trip to Greece in 2026. If you’ve ever wrestled with Paul…

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Episode 43 - “Don’t Judge My Yesterday” 57:46

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“We’ve all made mistakes, but your past doesn’t get to write your future. In this episode, we’re talking about growth, grace, and why nobody should be judged by who they used to be.”

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89 - How to Heal Anxious Attachment Style Part II - A deep dive into healing anxious attachment, bc it's time to enjoy secure attachment, babe. 57:52

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We've all been there—trying to figure out the exact right way to phrase the text so we sound cool and aloof when actually we've been crying for the last two hours. Anxious attachment style can suuuckkkkk so bad because it's rooted in deep feelings of not being good enough, not trusting people, and not loving ourselves. But what if I told you there'…

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Episode 96: What I Meant To Say + Kate Strickler 48:50

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Ever think, “I wish I’d said that differently”? Jess gets real about words she regrets before a powerful convo with Kate Strickler of Nap Time Kitchen. They discuss her new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen, contentment, marriage myths, friendship struggles, and why a bigger kitchen, or any “next thing,” won’t fix everything. Honest, funny, …

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Episode 95: How To Hear From God + What Comes Next 37:51

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What does God’s voice sound like? And how do you know it’s really Him? In this episode, Jess invites you into her own process of learning to listen and respond to God in everyday life. You’ll also hear the story of how one moment of God’s clear direction in June turned into a whirlwind season of writing that became Jess’s newest book, What Comes Ne…

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Episode 42 - “Covering your Crew in Prayer” 1:02:14

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Sometimes when the devil can’t get to you, he goes through your crew. Be mindful.

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88 - Anxious Attachment Style, Breakup Edition - Codependency in relationships can surge in the breakup stage for anxiously attached folks—let's get you out of despair and into thrive mode. 27:16

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Being anxiously attached in a relationship is hard enough, but anxiously attached during a breakup?? The feelings of abandonment, the hopelessness, the sense that you'll never get your life back—it can be a real codependent spiral. In this episode, we dive into what the breakup process can look like for anxiously attached folks, what lies we tell o…

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Episode 94: Bible Babes - Part Six with Meredith Knox 55:34

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Bible Babes is back! If you’ve been craving a Bible study, you’re in the right place. In this episode, Jess is joined by her friend, Meredith Knox, as they dive into James 2:14-26. They wrestle with the tension between faith and works, share personal stories, and offer practical ways to live what you believe without slipping into striving. Let’s go…

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Episode 41 - “Not Because You’re Flawed, But Because You’re Not Ready” 45:36

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People aren’t expecting perfection, just realness.

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Episode 93: Fall Bucket List + Tara Sun 29:55

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August has just begun, but we’re gearing up for the fall here! Jess starts this episode out by sharing her personal fall bucket list. Everything from cozy seasonal decor to staying on top of her seminary reading. It’s a fun and thoughtful look at how she’s preparing her heart and rhythms for the season ahead. Then she’s joined by speaker and author…

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Episode 40 - “ I forgive you, but you can’t sit here.” 59:50

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Second chances are not the same as forgiveness. And not knowing the difference can cost you.

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87 - Burnout Recovery 101 - How to break free from people-pleasing and emotional exhaustion (and the subconscious childhood wounds behind it) 1:04:57

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A lot of times, we think the antidote to burnout is a nap or a vacay (which, no shade, we love a vacay) but a lot of us are struggling with burnout from our own—often *subconscious*—repeated behaviors like perfectionism, overachieving (in an attempt to feel worthy or valid), people pleasing, or not setting appropriate boundaries. AKA, the call is c…

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From Bolivia to La Isla with Childfree Latina Bianca Alba 47:20

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Ep 92 - Imagine immigrating to the US as a child, becoming a public health servant, and landing in Puerto Rico during a Zika outbreak. For eldest daughter and first gen Latina Bianca Alba, that's simply been her life thus far. As the host of This Latina Travels, Bianca inspires all of us to voyage beyond our …

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Episode 92: Hot Takes From Seminary + Skyla Sale 1:08:45

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This is an episode you don’t want to miss! Jess shares some hot takes on seminary. Covering heresy, theology, and how we handle Scripture with both conviction and compassion. Then she’s joined by her friend and fellow coach, Skyla Sale, for a joyful, honest conversation about calling, singleness, and the beauty of reciprocal discipleship. Whether y…

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Episode 39 - The Eventual Return 33:25

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When you love someone and the relationship ends, there is always the hope that they will return. Will it be worth it though? Let’s talk!

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Episode 91: Behind The Business + Sara Hagerty 59:27

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Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast! Today, Jess pulls back the curtain on what’s been happening at Go + Tell Gals. With so much shifting in 2025: new rhythms, new clarity, and a fresh focus on what matters most, she fills you in on it all. Then, she sits down with Sara Hagerty, author of The Gift of Limitations, for a deeply honest conversat…

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86 - Tired of People Pleasing? - How childhood conditioning controls your work, love life, & confidence (and how to finally respect yourself without feeling drained) 27:12

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Do you ever get mad at yourself because you didn't hold a boundary? Are you SO over what a people pleaser you can be? Has anyone ever told you you need to respect yourself like they were talking to kindergartener and you STILL, to this day, carry that shame around with you? This is your epi, hunny. We're getting into the connection between people p…

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Episode 38 - Options 27:56

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We all have options. What are you choosing?

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Who's Going to Take Care of You When You're Old: A Childfree Bingo 18:05

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Have you ever played childfree bingo? If you're a childfree person, then the answer is probably, sadly, yes. But for the uninitiated, childfree bingo is a snarky reaction to the irritatingly recurrent questions and responses we receive when we reveal we don't have or want kids. They're so frequent and common …

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Episode 90: My Rant About Texting + Katie Walters 1:19:32

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In this Summer with Friends episode, Jess starts with a mini chat about texting. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not replying fast enough or overwhelmed by being constantly reachable, this short reflection will help you feel seen and encouraged. Then, Jess is joined by her sister Katie Walters for a heartfelt and honest conversation. They share pers…

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Episode 89: 5 Friendship Tips + Carlos Whittaker 43:39

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Welcome back to the Jess Connolly Podcast. Today, Jess is getting real about friendships and shares five unfiltered truths about what makes friendships thrive. Then she’s joined by Carlos Whittaker to talk about digital distraction, wonder, and the heart behind his book Reconnected. From bold online shifts to tech-free living with monks and the Ami…

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85 - Is My Mom a Narcissist? - This one's for the daughters of narcissistic mothers—and the dudes and non-binary folks—let's dig into the signs of a narcissistic mother, the impact, & how we heal. 1:09:27

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Real talk—narcissistic mothers unleash a reign of terror over their kids, and for MANY of us, we don't even realize it for years and years! We may even adore, worship, and endlessly praise our mothers (which is what many narcissistic mothers groom their children to do BTW). The way it impacts our self-worth and ability to set boundaries is WILD. In…

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Episode 37 - Boundaries and Standards 42:14

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What do your boundaries and standards look like? Do you uphold them or are you easily swayed?

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For Love or Clients with Childfree Latina Mafe Salazar 39:53

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's it like to be both a childfree Latina and a Venezuelan transplant to the Great White North? Mafe Salazar knows a little something about that. Even though she might be in the "tourist season" of her entrepreneurial journey, Mafe shares how moving from Venezuela to Canada, navigating the challenges of im…

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Episode 88: What I'd Tell My Younger Self + Nicoletta Bradley 1:02:24

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Jess is back with another Summer with Friends episode. You’ll hear the advice she’d give her younger self before diving into a heartfelt and honest conversation with Nicoletta Bradley. They unpack body shame, singleness, and the freedom found in surrendering all control to God. If you’ve ever wrestled with body image or the pressure to “fix” yourse…

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Episode 36 - Sometimes it’s just about you 32:08

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Do what makes you happy!

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Episode 87: 2025 Goals Check-In + Megan Marshman 44:18

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As we move deeper into 2025, Jess starts this episode with a gentle goals check-in, asking what it means to grow with intention without striving. If you're feeling the tension between wanting to live fully and needing to rest deeply, this one’s for you. Then, Jess is joined by Megan Fate Marshman, pastor, speaker, and author of Relaxed. Together, t…

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84 - Limerence Symptoms Driving You Crazy? - Obsessive love ain't love, y'all, & your limerent object isn't all that. Let's show you how to stop obsessing over someone else so you can LIVE. 31:39

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Literally romantic obsession SUCKS. The longing is so intense, and there's no way to satiate it. In this epi, we get into how your unmet childhood needs are feeding your limerence, how we work with them, and why self-love is both the key AND just the beginning. Birth Chart Reading Giveaway Rules! Leave me a rating and review, screenshot it, post it…

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Selfish Bitch? Nah Babe, It's Called Childfree Boundaries 23:08

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Ep #89 - Tired of being called selfish just because you know yourself well enough to not have kids? Anyone who dares to flout social conventions is typically labeled rebellious. But opt out of the sacrificial act of parenthood? HOW DARE YOU, YOU SELFISH BITCH?! Let's examine what “selfish” really means, why i…

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Episode 86: What's Saving My Life Right Now + Brenda Palmer 37:49

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It’s officially the summer of friends on The Jess Connolly Podcast, and this week Jess is joined by the incredible Brenda Palmer. She is a preacher, podcast host, and author of the powerful new book, The Journey of Yes. In this episode, Brenda shares how saying “yes” to God, especially when it meant walking away from a dream job, led her into deepe…

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Episode 35- Hope 42:44

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Never give up hope. It’s real and it matters.

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Episode 85: Sex, Conflict, and Covenant with Nick Connolly 1:11:20

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In this episode, Jess sits down with her husband Nick Connolly for a raw and honest conversation about the realities of sex and conflict in marriage. Together, they unpack what they've learned with almost 20 years of living life side by side, offering encouragement, laughter, and plenty of truth along the way. Whether you’re in a relationship, heal…

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Episode 34 - Loyalty- No Room for Grey 54:12

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Loyalty is black or white. No in between. 💯

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83 - Need Help with Anxiety? - The spin-outs suck—get help with anxiety & learn anxiety management techniques with Dr. Stephanie Lopez 53:36

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Anxiety isn't just about your thoughts, it's about whether or not you see *YOURSELF* as capable enough to handle life (OOF!). In this episode, I get into this and SO much more with anxiety expert Dr. Stephanie Lopez (you can check out her FREE training for ditching anxiety here). If you'd like a one-on-one coaching session, birth chart reading, or …

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Creating an Impact with Gay Childfree Latina Angela Briones 38:39

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Ep #88 - If you're a fan of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, then you're in for a treat!! Angela Briones (the magical voice behind that podcast) sits on the "other side" of the mic to discuss social conditioning and otherness. Angela is a double podcaster (she also hosts Thank You for Joining Me) who exists at t…

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Episode 84: Slow Burn with DawnCheré Wilkerson 28:17

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Waiting isn’t punishment, it’s preparation. On this episode, Jess talks with pastor and author DawnCheré Wilkerson about how God uses the wait to shape us, drawing from DawnCheré’s powerful story and her new book Slow Burn. If you’re tired of holding on, this conversation will remind you: He’s never late, He’s working. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Become …

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Episode 83: The Health Update I Never Saw Coming 40:18

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It’s time for a much-needed health update, and Jess is sharing it all. What’s changed since Episode 62, what’s working now, and what she’s learned along the way. From big lifestyle shifts to the small things that are making a difference, this episode is full of honesty, reflection, and encouragement for anyone navigating their own health journey. L…

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82 - Did You Grow Up Without Affection? It's time to start healing the impact of being unloved as a child, babe. 37:45

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In this epi, we're getting into the symptoms of growing up without a parent who supported and hyped you up or even hugged you—it can show up allll over your life—AND we're getting into how we heal. (Don't worry—it's a huge heartache, but we're starting small.) If you'd like a one-on-one coaching session, birth chart reading, or tarot reading with R…

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You May Also Like: Thank You For Joining Me 3:24

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Our podcast block party is wrapping up (coming to a burrito, if you will!) with a bit of déjà vu. Remember host Angela Briones from Day 4? She's back to close out the party with her second show Thank You For Joining Me. On this show, Angela offers a blend of real talk, practical advice, and encouragement that…

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You May Also Like: So, It Depends 2:01

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! On Day 14 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party, we’re dishing up a little chisme, un poquito de bochinche, with a side of business & marketing strategy. So, It Depends is hosted by Kristine, a marketing "nerd" who isn’t afraid to call out the BS and get real about what actually works. Whether you’re trying to grow…

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You May Also Like: Witch, Stitch, & Brew 2:14

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! It's lucky number 13! 13 days of this LVMC Podcast Block Party and today's featured trailer is all about the cozy, witchy vibes with Witch, Stitch, & Brew. Hosted by the charming duo of Ryan and Alina, this podcast is full of laughter, crafting, and the kind of tangents that make you feel like you're hanging …

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You May Also Like: The Cancer Caregiver 3:40

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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Day 12 of the LVMC Podcast Block Party highlights The Cancer Caregiver with host Charlotte Bayala. In a complement to Day 9's Navigating Cancer TOGETHER from the patient perspective, Charlotte brings us the other side of the experience. The Cancer Caregiver is a show that offers support and solidarity to the …