Best Megan Goodwin Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 12 - "Lessons Learned" with host David Sisco 27:47

14d ago27:47

27:47

In this last episode before my book release, I share three lessons I learned while researching, writing, and trying to get the book published. No guests this week—it's just you and me. I hope this story inspires your own journey toward creativity, passion, and truth. David Sisco's Contact Information: www.davidsisco.com Stay engaged!! Subscribe to …

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What the Heck Was this Podcast? 57:22

20d ago57:22

57:22

In which we reflect on five years and 100+ episodes, and then we say goodbye. As always, check out keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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Ep. 11 - "Trauma-Informed Care in the Voice Studio" with Megan Durham 53:27

28d ago53:27

53:27

What is trauma? How do we assess trauma and activate a trauma-informed response? And how do we balance this with self-care? In this episode, I have a wonderfully rich conversation with voice teacher and vocologist Megan Durham about engaging trauma-informed care in the voice studio. Megan shares some fantastic resources and insights. See show notes…

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PENULTIMATE EPISODE: Where Did We Come From? Where Do We Go? 49:35

1M ago49:35

49:35

In which we announce, with sorrow and excitement, that we are wrapping this here pod — and we encourage you to revisit our VERY FIRST EPISODE, to reflect on what we’ve learned and how our thinking about religion has changed over this very, very long semester. As always, check out keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. …

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Ep. 10 - "Exploring Artistry with the Student" with Amer Khosla 50:50

1M ago50:50

50:50

In this episode, I have an in-depth conversation with Amer Khosla, whom I had the pleasure of working with while he completed his degree at NYU Gallatin, and now as a singer/songwriter based in India. Amer and I discuss how to help students explore artistry through the lens of his own evolution as a performer and creator. Amer Khosla's Contact Info…

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Ep. 9 - "Setting Healthy Boundaries with Students" with Dr. Harriet L. Schwartz 48:23

2M ago48:23

48:23

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Harriet L. Schwartz, author of Connected Teaching, about the importance of setting healthy, flexible boundaries with students. Using the framework of Relational-Cultural Theory (RCT), Dr. Schwartz offers helpful ways to think about the student-teacher relationship and offers real-life examples of how boundaries and cl…

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Ep. 8 - "Curiosity" with Maurice Goodwin, SLP 39:00

2M ago39:00

39:00

Curiosity is central to our work as voice teachers. But how do we express curiosity and encourage students to engage their own? How can it create a value added in the voice studio? Join me for a great conversation with Maurice Goodwin, SLP who illuminates how curiosity can be useful in both clinical and academic arenas. Maurice Goodwin's Contact In…

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Ep. 7 - "Selecting Repertoire with the Student" with Zipporah Peddle & Paul M. Patinka 45:23

3M ago45:23

45:23

There are a number of challenges voice teachers must navigate when considering repertoire selection for their students. In this episode, David speaks to Zipporah Peddle and Paul M. Patinka, who continue to bring our community scholarly research on repertoire selection and its impacts on student learning and growth. Zipporah Peddle's Contact Informa…

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CROSSOVER: Ten on Religion with Dr. Mark Banas 49:47

3M ago49:47

49:47

In which we chat about the pod and the book with the host of Ten on Religion, Dr. Mark Banas. As always, check out keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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Ep. 6 - "One Time, at Summer Camp" with Dr. Everett McCorvey 45:58

3M ago45:58

45:58

In this episode, David has a far-reaching conversation with his first formal voice teacher, Dr. Everett McCorvey, who has had an accomplished career as a singer, teacher, and conductor. Together, they discuss mentorship, adjusting to the ever-evolving needs of students, vulnerability, and much more. Dr. Everett McCorvey's Contact Information: https…

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Inked Religion 56:34

3M ago56:34

56:34

In which we (mostly Ilyse) go all in on religion & tattoos. Special interest: ACTIVATE. As always, check out keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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Ep. 5 - "Working Within the Window of Tolerance" with Marcia Lesser, SEP 45:25

4M ago45:25

45:25

In this episode, David explores Dr. Dan Siegel's theory of the Window of Tolerance and Dr. Stephen Porgress' Polyvagal Theory as frameworks for understanding how to keep singers regulated in the voice studio. Special guest Marcia Lesser, SEP offers valuable insights on the Autonomic Nervous System and how we can create learning spaces that are safe…

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CROSSOVER: Turn the Page with Jenn Jordan 42:38

4M ago42:38

42:38

In which we discuss all things RINDWY with the fabulous Jenn Jordan for the Syosset Public Library's official podcast, Turn the Page. The library is OPEN, y'all! As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplif…

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Ep. 4 - "Teachers & Therapists: Similarities & Differences" with Dr. Ritu Agarwal 45:44

4M ago45:44

45:44

In this episode, David explores the similarities and differences between teachers and therapists with the help of psychologist Dr. Ritu Agarwal. Together, they discuss how to co-create a safe environment for students and outline the signs when it may be time to refer a student to a licensed therapist. Contact Information for Dr. Ritu Agarwal https:…

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CROSSOVER: Sustainin' Conversation with the Amplify Podcast Network Crew! 27:32

4M ago27:32

27:32

In which Megan chats with a handful of folks who are also part of the Amplify Podcast Network's first Sustain stream--Sally Chivers (Wrinkle Radio), Charisse L’Pree (Critical and Curious), and M.E. Luke (Critical Technology Podcast)--plus pod bestie Hannah McGregor. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcr…

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Ep. 3 - Teacher- vs. Student-Centered Learning" with Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith & Dr. Travis Sherwood 45:05

5M ago45:05

45:05

In this episode, David highlights the differences between teacher-centered and student-centered learning—a natural off-shoot of his conversation with special guest Justin Petersen in Episode 2. This week, David speaks with Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith (Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University) and Dr. Travis Sherwood (San Diego State University). …

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RELIGION & ADOPTION: What Have We Learned? 24:52

5M ago24:52

24:52

In which we review our very depressing and important miniseries discussion on religion and adoption AND play ridiculous orphan games as a reward for having done the hard things As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be par…

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Ep. 2 - "The Master-Apprentice Model" with Justin Petersen 45:50

5M ago45:50

45:50

In this episode, David considers the relationship between voice student and voice teacher through the lens of the master-apprentice model. How has this relationship changed over the centuries? How do we view this evolution without judgment? Special guest Justin Petersen brings in-depth, thoughtful context to this conversation. Contact Information f…

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RELIGION & ADOPTION: Reproductive Freedom 1:05:03

5M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

In which Megan tries not to spend the whole hour screaming about Dobbs whilst we discuss what adoption has to do with religious freedom. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.…

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Ep. 1 - "Origin Stories" with Dr. Felix Graham 44:40

6M ago44:40

44:40

Host David Sisco shares three origin stories that inspired him to create this podcast and write Wholehearted Voice Pedagogy: An Integrative Approach to Training Vocal Artists (which will be released by Routledge Press in Summer 2025 ). Special Guest Dr. Felix Graham talks about the power of narratives and how voice teachers can help students overco…

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Monkey Man! 1:07:43

6M ago1:07:43

1:07:43

Welcome to our very first movie discussion, nerds! In which we chat about the Ramayana with no Ram, why Hanuman is the Best Beast, Hijra superheroes, and also that Dev Patel should call us. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is pr…

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RINDWY: Writing Together 22:55

7M ago22:55

22:55

In which we reflect on what it was like to find our collective voice. (Spoilers: it was really hard! But also really awesome!) As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.…

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RELIGION & ADOPTION: ICWA with Dr. Courtney Lewis 1:08:13

7M ago1:08:13

1:08:13

In which Dr. Courtney Lewis shares her expertise and personal experience with the writing of the Indian Child Welfare Act. Dr. Lewis is Crandall Family Associate Professor of Cultural Anthropology and the Inaugural Director of the Native American Studies Initiative at Duke University, as well as an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation. If you wa…

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RINDWY: Choosing Case Studies 21:56

8M ago21:56

21:56

In which we nerd out about how we chose which weirdass historical case studies to support our killjoy theories of religion. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.…

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RINDWY: Book birthday surprise bonus content! 8:57

8M ago8:57

8:57

Because--to borrow from Anne Lamott--one of the two best prayers we know is "thank you, thank you, thank you." ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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RELIGION & ADOPTION: Religious Freedom 1:01:54

8M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

What does adoption have to do with religious freedom? Quite a bit, actually. Tune in to learn more about the ways religion--and especially, you guessed it, white Christian nationalism--shapes the adoption industry. CN/TW: This episode discusses adoption, foster care, child abuse, and child removal. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for f…

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RINDWY: Why Write a Book? 14:32

9M ago14:32

14:32

Because books is what we do, nerds! Tune in to hear us geek out about why we decided to pivot to v̶i̶d̶e̶o̶ text in our almost-here new title, Religion Is Not Done With You. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part o…

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RELIGION & ADOPTION: Overview & Primary Sources 1:11:35

9M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Welcome to the first of our four episode miniseries on religion and adoption, which actually turned out to have five episodes because, well, there were just too many horrors to be neatly contained in an outline. We're starting off with some basics on adoption, including how different religious traditions do (or do not) engage in the practice. Plus …

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BOOK CLUB: Jane Steele by Lyndsay Faye 52:46

10M ago52:46

52:46

Welcome to our first ever book club episode, nerds! This one has it all: misandry, murder, and...martial religions? Join us for a very wide-ranging chat about Lyndsay Faye's Jane Steele (and also our own research, because you know academics just can't help themselves). As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, tran…

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We Now Return You to Your Regularly Scheduled Programming 8:20

10M ago8:20

8:20

Did you miss us? We missed you! Life, as y'all know, uh... finds a way. But we have beaten life back long enough to bring you this update on the pod and what we have scheduled for this, our SEVENTH season!! Look out for our first-ever book club (Jane Steele, by Lyndsay Faye), two miniseries (one on religion and adoption, one on how we wrote our for…

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LIVE! Time Bandits: How Religion and Race Are Taking Your Time (and How to Take It Back) 1:19:01

1y ago1:19:01

1:19:01

In which we are delighted to talk to the wonderful humans of Miami University Ohio about the ways calendars smuggle white christian supremacy into our everyday lives. Recorded 2 April 2024 ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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Crossover Episode: KI101 on "Amplified," with Stacey Copeland 29:22

1+ y ago29:22

29:22

In which we chat with our new bestie at the Amplify Podcast Network, Stacey Copeland, about podcasting, public scholarship, and why killing joy is the best way to have joy come back bigger, stronger, and more vibrant than ever. Be sure to check out all the other cool conversations Stacey is having with our fellow nerds for the audio blog series Amp…

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BOOK CLUB: Jane Steele by Lyndsay Faye 5:25

1+ y ago5:25

5:25

WHAT A PREDICAMENT this year has been, nerds! 2023 was in many ways, uh, not our fave. But we thought it would be good to end this chronological rollercoaster on a high note, so: You are cordially invited to join us for a cozy winter Gothic misandrist queer murder book club moment! We're reading Lyndsay Faye's delightfully dark Jane Steele, and we …

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FLASHBACK: You Still Don't Know About Islam 44:54

1+ y ago44:54

44:54

**THIS IS A RE-RELEASE, NERDS!!!*** hat's right -- there's STILL more to know about the world's second largest religion! Dr. Debra Majeed lends us her insight into Islam, gender, and agency. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more! ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is p…

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MEETUP: KI101 Office Hours at AAR!! 3:15

1+ y ago3:15

3:15

It is November, RELI nerds! And too many of you know what that means. That's right: the American Academy of Religion's annual national meeting is once again upon us, just in time for price-gouging airfare and pre-Thanksgiving travel mayhem. But it also means Megan and Ilyse are going to be at AAR together for the first time since 2019!!! And we're …

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FLASHBACK: Night at the Museum 55:41

1+ y ago55:41

55:41

**THIS IS A RE-RELEASE, NERDS!!!*** Let’s see what the World Religions Paradigm looks like when we talk curating religion with Dr. Andrew Aghapour. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more! ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Netw…

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FLASHBACK: Early Christianity Is Actually Kind of Interesting 48:44

1+ y ago48:44

48:44

**THIS IS A RE-RELEASE, NERDS!!!*** In which we (mostly Megan) walk you through three things you maybe don't know about early Christianity: Christianity was kind of a mistake The New Testament is a messy bitch Christianity = imperialism Keywords: BCE/CE, gospels, apocrypha, canon, epistles Storytime: Becket, Waiting for Godot As always, be sure to …

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FLASHBACK: Religious Nationalism 49:11

1+ y ago49:11

49:11

**THIS IS A RE-RELEASE, NERDS!!!*** In which Ilyse yells about nationalism and religion and why religion and politics are never really separate, whilst Megan agrees emphatically and consumes a bubbly beverage Keywords: nationalism (especially religious nationalism); election Storytime: we skipped it! it's summer Homework: Ramaswamy's The Goddess an…

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FLASHBACK: Intersectionality 42:48

2y ago42:48

42:48

**THIS IS A RE-RELEASE, NERDS!!!*** In which we build upon the work of Prof. Kimberlé Crenshaw to think about how race-, gender-, and sexuality-based oppressions overlap and inform how our understandings of religion Keywords: intersectionality, womanism, discrimination, oppression Storytime: Audre Lorde, "An Open Letter to Mary Daly" As always, be …

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In which we are BACK 10:06

2y ago10:06

10:06

Did you miss us? We missed you! Tell us everything you did on your summer vacation, right after we tell you what we're up to this, our SIXTH season(??!?!). As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more! ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podc…

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What Was This, Then 24:12

2y ago24:12

24:12

After another year-long season, we wrap it up, talk about what’s next, & offer some highlights and reflections. Probably swears, too. As always, be sure to visit keepingit101.com for full show notes, homework, transcripts, & more! ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.…

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SO GLAD YOU ASKED if calendars are neutral 37:53

2y ago37:53

37:53

More nerds than we can count asked why Ilyse is obsessed with calendars, so we distilled that into: are calendars neutral? They aren’t. End of episode? ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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INTERN TAKE OVER! 40:34

2y ago40:34

40:34

This season, KI101 has had help from three—3!—incredible interns, Juliana Finch (sound design), Evie Wolfe (accessibility) and Rachel Zieff (social media). They’re on the mics this episode, talking public humanities, religion, and teamwork. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.…

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The Satanic Panic 30:16

2+ y ago30:16

30:16

Content warning: Please be advised that this epsiode discusses ritual abuse and child abuse. The Satanic Panic gripped the United States in the 1980s as 12,000 people were accused of being involved with child abuse as part of the Church of Satan. Although widely discredited today, this was still a significant cultural phenomena and one that we will…

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SO GLAD YOU ASKED about the Easter Bunny 20:38

2+ y ago20:38

20:38

Strictly speaking, none of you asked about the Easter Bunny. A lot of you did, however, ask how Pagan rituals got appropriated into Christian mainstream holidays and, in turn, became global secular phenomenon. We unpack all of that (and Ilyse loses her composure epically) in this very special episode. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction t…

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New Religious Movements with Dr Megan Goodwin 32:30

2+ y ago32:30

32:30

Megan Goodwin is a researcher, podcaster author and teacher of religious studies, focusing on gender, race and sexuality. We discuss new religious movements, religious othering and more! For Megan's work: https://www.megan-goodwin.com/ Megan's Podcast: https://keepingit101.com/

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The Freemasons and the disappearance of William Morgan 37:38

2+ y ago37:38

37:38

The freemasons, although not a cult, are often described as exhibiting "cult-like behaviour" with the rituals, ceremonies and symbols. This week we discuss what we know about the group and their imprint on the making of modern western society, as well as the mysterious case of William Morgan who disappeared after threatening to publish some of the …

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INCORRECT: Yoga & Appropriation 36:30

2+ y ago36:30

36:30

We’ve talked yoga before but since it keeps coming up—on the news, in our classrooms, with our friends—we’re talking about it again. Folks are still INCORRECT when we talk about yoga, when we talk about appropriation, and when we talk about how yoga is and is not appropriated. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be…

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The Knight's Templars - what's the truth? 31:12

2+ y ago31:12

31:12

From the Da Vinci Code to National Treasure, the Knight's Templars are a key part of the public imaginary. But what was the group really about? We take you through understandings of the Templars from their origins right through to the modern day.

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SO GLAD YOU ASKED about What We’re Watching 21:25

2+ y ago21:25

21:25

Nerds, you’ve asked what we are consuming and what we are teaching, and we’ve got answers. ____ Keeping It 101: A Killjoy's Introduction to Religion is proud to be part of the Amplify Podcast Network.By Profs. Ilyse Morgenstein Fuerst and Megan Goodwin

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