Best Tim Tedder Podcasts (2025)

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Eric Fortaleza: Don't wait to get picked 1:15:54

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2h ago1:15:54

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Eric Fortaleza moved to Nashville from Sydney Australia. Instead of waiting for his big break, he built a live showcase for songwriters and musicians which has already become legendary. Every Tuesday night at Analog in the Hutton Hotel, rising songwriters take the stage with the world-class Pitch Meeting band bringing their songs to life. It’s Nash…

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Kevin Leaves: His First Year 18:10

11h ago18:10

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In this second episode of Kevin Leaves, Kevin reflects on his first Christmas after leaving his family, a holiday filled with both warmth and grief. He talks about the good moments: time with his children and the pleasure in spending the holidays with his parents. But he also describes the painful parts: the tension with his ex-wife, the awkwardnes…

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Kevin Leaves: His First Few Months 18:22

7d ago18:22

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Kevin Leaves is a four-part series built from three years of recorded conversations with a man who walked away from his marriage and children to pursue a relationship that began as an affair. In this first episode, The First Few Months, we step into the early aftermath of that decision: the shockwaves, the doubts, and the small daily moments that r…

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Wayne Kirkpatrick Pt 2: Writing Broadway musicals 1:13:24

11h ago1:13:24

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Wayne Kirkpatrick transitioned from writing songs to writing musicals. His first, Something Rotten, became a Broadway hit nominated for ten Tony Awards, co-written with his brother Karey. Next came Mrs. Doubtfire, which played on Broadway before transferring to London's West End. Along with his musicals, Wayne has earned a Grammy Song of the Year A…

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Wayne Kirkpatrick Pt 1: From Song of the Year to Broadway 55:14

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From a Grammy Song of the Year to ten Tony Award nominations, Wayne Kirkpatrick embodies creativity. A Hall of Fame songwriter with more than two hundred recorded songs — and a hit Broadway composer — Wayne’s résumé is long and deeply impressive. In this episode, we look under the hood at what makes this lifelong creator so consistently inspired an…

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More Bad Advice about Affair Recovery 16:03

11d ago16:03

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In this follow-up to Some Bad Advice About Affair Recovery, Tim tackles five more common myths that often derail genuine healing after infidelity. These are the messages that sound certain: “Once a cheater, always a cheater,” “Just fix your marriage,” or “If you forgive, you should trust again.” But they oversimplify the work of affair recovery. Th…

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Tim Denbo: Nashville session player 1:03:18

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Nashville session players set the gold standard in musicianship, and bassist Tim Denbo is no exception. In this episode, Tim unpacks the tools of his trade—from the Nashville Number System to classical notation—and reveals how he brings precision and artistry to every session, whether it's country, pop, or a Hollywood soundtrack. This is a deep div…

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Some Bad Advice about Affair Recovery 18:24

27d ago18:24

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There’s a lot of advice out there about how to recover from infidelity. Not all of it is good. In this episode (the first of a two-part series), Tim Tedder explores some of the worst pieces of “bad advice” that couples often hear after an affair. From the pressure to instantly leave or immediately forgive, to the temptation to keep secrets or “stay…

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Mo Tedder: Songwriting Therapist 1:22:51

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Mo Tedder's co-songwriting sessions are not the norm. Her co-writers are trauma survivors. Mo brings together her professional songwriting and therapy skills to write songs with people healing from trauma. Whether it's a room of two or fifty, she combines the insight of a therapist with the heart of a songwriter to give voice to her co-writers' lif…

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How Long Does Affair Recovery Take? 18:38

1M ago18:38

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“How long will this take?” It’s the question every betrayed and unfaithful partner asks after an affair. Some people want to move on as quickly as possible, while others remain frozen in the pain for years. But recovery isn’t measured by months or milestones; it’s measured by movement. In this episode, Tim explores why healing timelines vary so wid…

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Matthew Nelson: Classical Chops, Pop Chops 1:32:53

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How many cellists can sight-read a Bach suite and invent a pop hook on the spot? Matthew Nelson is that rare musician — classically trained, yet fluent in the Nashville number system. A go-to player for sessions and live work alike, he bridges notation and improvisation with ease. Whether you read dots or numbers, you’ll find deep insight and quiet…

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Understand WHY: The Reasons You Cheat 18:47

1M ago18:47

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The question “Why did you do it?” is one of the hardest parts of affair recovery. In this episode, Tim Tedder explores why many unfaithful partners struggle to explain their behavior and why simple answers rarely satisfy the person who’s been betrayed. Through real-life comments and a new audio sketch, he illustrates how confusion, shame, and self-…

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Michael Estok: Leaving a Music Hub 1:03:16

2M ago1:03:16

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Producer, engineer, and artist Michael Estok made the unconventional decision to leave Nashvil for a small town in Ohio, where he rebuilt not only his studio, but his life as a professional creative, as well as father and husband. The results have been impressive and life enriching. The myth "I have to live in a music town to be a serious musician"…

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What Counts as Cheating… Really? 26:21

2M ago26:21

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By Tim Tedder, Dr. Erin Weaver

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Hector Qirko - Musician/Professor 1:05:48

2M ago1:05:48

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Dr. Hector Qirko's life dismantles a persistent myth in music: that if you don't make all your income from music, you're not a real musician. The same could be said for most any creative pursuit. Qirko does not consider himself a musical hobbyist or an amateur. A professional musician since his arrival in the United States decades ago, he has earne…

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Stop Repairing Your Marriage After an Affair 17:38

2M ago17:38

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After infidelity, many couples try to repair their marriage by patching cracks, setting up boundaries, and promising fidelity. While those steps are essential, they rarely restore the deep stability that betrayed partners long for. Why? Because real healing requires more than repair. It requires renovation. In this episode, Tim Tedder uses the powe…

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Light of Grace 28:27

2M ago28:27

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What does grace look like for those who feel beyond it? Tim Tedder and Betsy Prentice reflect on Light of Grace—a song that opens the door to honest conversation about shame, judgment, and redemption. They speak candidly about the experience of infidelity, the isolating weight of shame, and the messages that either helped or hindered healing. This …

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Savannah Conley: Singer Songwriter Reimagined 1:05:48

2M ago1:05:48

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After navigating six record labels and the demanding tour circuit, singer/songwriter/entrepreneur Savannah Conley brings a battle-tested perspective to today's fractured music landscape. Savannah Conley, singer/songwriter/entrepreneur, is reexamining what it means to be an artist in TikTok's bite-sized content economy. Her experience with rigorous …

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The Power of Forgiveness 21:27

2M ago21:27

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Forgiveness after betrayal can feel impossible. In our last episode, we explored three kinds of forgiveness that don’t work — premature, fake, and bartered. They may look like progress, but they keep couples stuck. In this episode of The Affair Recovery Room, Tim Tedder turns to the two forms of forgiveness that actually bring healing: Decisional F…

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Welcome to Off The Charts 2:58

2M ago2:58

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What if creative success isn’t just about fame or money? What myths keep us from fully embracing our creative potential? Off The Charts explores these questions through conversations with artists, musicians, writers, and other creative voices — as well as reflections from host Lionel Cartwright, a lifelong recording artist, songwriter, composer, an…

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Charlie McCoy: Session Legend 1:43:20

2M ago1:43:20

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Grammy winner and Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Charlie McCoy is one of a small group of musicians that transformed Nashville from the home of the Grand Ole Opry to a global recording hub. His genre transcending discography reads like a Who's Who of American popular music, including epic recordings with Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Pa…

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Lolo and Dane Kinser: Two Tours, One Love 1:17:09

2M ago1:17:09

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Lolo is Logistics Manager for Post Malone's tour, her husband Dane plays lead guitar for Kane Brown. How do they make 18 years of marriage work with jobs that routinely create distance between them? This episode is full of life hacks, marriage hacks, and insights into how two creative, enterprising people have learned to harmonize their passion for…

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Todd Henry: Finding Your Creative Fit 1:10:43

2M ago1:10:43

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Todd Henry became a leading voice for creatives worldwide through bestselling books, a pioneering podcast, and talks to Fortune 500 companies. But first, he had to walk away from his dream of a music career in Nashville. It takes courage to move on from a longstanding passion, to recognize that it might not be the best fit for your unique wiring. B…

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The Problem with Forgiveness 16:58

2M ago16:58

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Forgiveness after betrayal is one of the hardest, most confusing challenges couples face. Everyone agrees it’s important, but what does forgiveness actually mean? And how do you know if what you’ve offered—or received—is real? In this episode of The Recovery Room, Tim Tedder explores three common but unhealthy forms of forgiveness: premature forgiv…

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How To Sleep Again Part 2

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In the second episode of a two-part series, Tim talks further with certified sleep coach Yana Vriesinga about post-infidelity insomnia and how to heal your nights. Tim continues his conversation with Yana Vriesinga, a certified sleep coach trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). In this episode: The List Man spoils Tim’s sleep…

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How To Sleep Again Part 1 36:51

3M ago36:51

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Infidelity often wrecks sleep. In the first of a two-part series, Tim talks with certified sleep coach Yana Vriesinga about post-infidelity insomnia and how to heal your nights. EPISODE NOTES When infidelity shatters trust, one of the first casualties is often sleep. Night after night, betrayed partners describe lying awake with racing hearts, rest…

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The Truth About Affair Recovery 28:34

3M ago28:34

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Tim Tedder asks the hard question: What is the truth about affair recovery? Too often, people are given unrealistic promises on one end—“your marriage can definitely be saved”—or hopeless predictions on the other—“a satisfying relationship after infidelity is impossible.” Drawing from years of counseling experience, survey results, and conversation…

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ILYBINILWY: “I’m not IN love with you.” 22:51

3M ago22:51

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Few phrases hit harder than “I love you, but I’m not in love with you.” In this episode, Tim Tedder explores what it really means, why it often shows up in the shadow of an affair, and how to respond with steadiness instead of panic. Discover when a relationship can be rebuilt—and when it may be time to let go. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 2:20…

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Multiple Affairs: The Couple 20:12

3M ago20:12

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Can a marriage survive not just one affair, but dozens? In this episode, Ryan and Jen share their remarkable story of heartbreak, hard work, and the slow rebuilding of trust after years of betrayal. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 04:45 Conversation with Ryan and Jen 19:00 Closing Remarks LINKS & EXTRAS Truth Talk Courses: Truth Talk—Asking Questi…

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Multiple Affairs: The Counselors 33:08

3M ago33:08

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When infidelity happens more than once, recovery gets even harder. Therapists Tim Tedder and Jennifer Gingras unpack the challenges of multiple affairs—the unique characteristics and considerations for each partner. Honest, compassionate conversations for partners, strayers, and the professionals who support them. Whether you’re a partner trying to…

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6 Affair Motives 20:00

3M ago20:00

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Not all affairs start for the same reason. Discover the motives that drive infidelity and how each shapes the road to healing. Why do people have affairs? In this episode of The Recovery Room, Tim Tedder explores six common motives behind infidelity—the Alarm, Exit, Quest, Revenge, Impulse, and Habit affairs. Drawing on illustrations and real-life …

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SongTalk: Haunting of My Heart 31:04

4M ago31:04

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A song of loss, longing, and lingering hope. In this episode, Tim Tedder and guest Betsy Prentice discuss The Haunting of My Heart—a song written from the perspective of a woman left behind after betrayal. They explore how music gives voice to heartbreak, memory, and the slow return of light after love is lost. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 03:0…

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Runaway Husbands Part 2 25:25

4M ago25:25

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An abandoned wife talks about her experience and how she’s grown beyond the betrayal. Tim Tedder and Jennifer Gingras conclude their discussion of the book, Runaway Husbands. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 02:10 Elisa Talks about Her Abandonment 11:10 Tim and Jennifer talk more about the book 19:35 More from Elisa LINKS Book Review: Runaway Husba…

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Runaway Husbands Part 1 28:12

4M ago28:12

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Discussing the book, Runaway Husbands, and its message to wives who have been unexpectedly abandoned, Tim Tedder and Jennifer Gingras give their input based on their experiences as affair recovery counselors and coaches. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Overview of the book, Runaway Husbands 10:30 Hallmarks of Wife Abandonment Syndrome LINKS …

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Crossing the Line: Steps Into Infidelity 22:49

4M ago22:49

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Explore the compromising choices and justifications that lead to infidelity. This episode examines two affairs to understand how this happens in real-life experiences, then considers what can be done when crossing lines affects your marriage. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Compromises in Narnia 04:20 Episode Overview 5:00 Amanda’s Story 11:…

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SongTalk: Lovely Fruit 23:16

4M ago23:16

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The blinding pull of an affair and self-deception are explored as Tim Tedder and Suzanne Jahnke discuss "Lovely Fruit," a song Tim wrote to his former self. This episode offers more than just a conversation about music—it’s a personal reflection on brokenness and change. Whether you’ve experienced betrayal, made your own mistakes, or are simply int…

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It Feels Like Love: The Neuroscience of Limerence 35:00

4M ago35:00

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Learn about limerence, that “falling in love” feeling, from neuroscientist Dr. Tom Bellany in this candid conversation with therapists Tim Tedder and Sharon Barbour. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 01:35 What is limerence? 06:20 Limerence and Love 10:00 What's going on in the brain? 15:10 What triggers limerence? 19:27 Infidelity and Limerence 23:…

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The Ping Pong Effect 19:06

4M ago19:06

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An honest consideration of the indecision between choosing your spouse or your affair partner, based on the personal experience and professional work of Tim Tedder, LMHC. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 02:05 A Story of Indecision 05:45 The Damage of Indecision 07:35 What Keeps You Stuck? 11:30 What I Wish I’d Known 12:40 Questions to Ask Yourself…

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Gaslighting: You Make Me Crazy 33:53

5M ago33:53

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A conversation about gaslighting: What is it? Where does the term come from? How does it show up in affair recovery? What should you do if you’re being gaslighted? EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 01:25 What is gaslighting? 03:15 Origin of the term - exerpts from the movie, Gaslight 05:40 What gaslighting is not 8:00 Gaslighting in affair recovery …

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SongTalk: This Healing Place 34:41

5M ago34:41

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The song “This Healing Place” is discussed by Tim Tedder, LMHC, and Suzanne Janke, LCSW, who consider the creative process and the song’s message of healing from the wounds of infidelity. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 02:45 Tim & Suzanne discuss the song 30:50 Entire song: This Healing Place This Healing Place Lyrics written by Tim Tedder Come a…

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Elisa’s Story 3: The Children, The AP 31:40

5M ago31:40

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Part 3 of Elisa’s story, seven months after discovering her husband’s affair. She discusses dealing with her children and with the affair partner. This is part 3 of a 3-part interview conducted by Tim Tedder. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Elisa and her children 18:40 Elisa and her husband’s affair partner 25:00 The struggle and the hope EX…

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Elisa’s Story 2: Clarity, Pain, Choices 29:09

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Part 2 of Elisa’s story, seven months after discovering her husband’s affair. This is part 2 of a 3-part interview conducted by Tim Tedder. Elisa talks about gaining a clearer perspective of her husband’s infidelity, experiencing grief and pain, and making hard choices for her future. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Preview of Part 3 02:15 T…

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Elisa’s Story 1: The Betrayal 34:25

5M ago34:25

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Part 1 of Elisa’s story, seven months after discovering her husband’s affair. This is part 1 of a 3-part interview conducted by Tim Tedder. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Preview of Part 2 02:10 The Interview, Part 1 EXTRAS If you need help working through infidelity issues, our coaches are available to work with you: https://affairhealing.…

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Another Beginning 19:53

5M ago19:53

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Listen to our official welcome to an all-new season of our podcast, focusing on affair recovery issues. EPISODE NOTES 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Opening comments between Tim Tedder, Sharon Barbour, and Jennifer Gingras 02:10 Previewing the “Elisa” interviews 03:38 Previewing the This Healing Place song discussion 06:27 The three coaches discuss chang…