Best Patrick D. O Podcasts (2025)

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Why peace feels unsafe: Trauma Healing Through the Lens of Polyvagal Theory w/ Carmen Dominguez 1:07:32

9h ago1:07:32

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When survival mode is all you’ve ever known, safety can feel threatening. This episode will help you understand why your body doesn’t trust what your brain says is fine—and why healing doesn’t start with your story, it starts with your body. Psychotherapist Carmen Dominguez joins us to unpack why so many trauma survivors can’t stay regulated, even …

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #155 - Outgrowing People Who Won’t Grow With You 39:12

5d ago39:12

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How Trauma Shows Up in Relationships: Codependency, Triggers & Healing w/ Jeremiah & Mallory Campbell 1:11:58

7d ago1:11:58

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If you don't address your childhood trauma, your romantic relationships will. This is episode raw look at what happens when childhood wounds show up in adult relationships—and what it takes to break the cycle, together. Andrea sits down with Jeremiah and Mallory Campbell for a brutally honest look at how trauma, codependency, and unresolved childho…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #154 - The Return of Scott 40:24

11d ago40:24

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Listen to Scott's first Shitshow Saturday episode here! ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat 📰SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CH…

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Toxic Positivity to Truth: Shame, Rage & Parenting Through Trauma w/ Alwynn 1:25:31

14d ago1:25:31

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What happens when the memories come back—but no one believes you? This is a story about shame, survival, and what it means to heal while raising the very children you’re terrified of hurting. In this episode, Andrea sits down with Alwynn, former host of Let Me Be Free, to talk about the long, messy road from toxic positivity to truth. From represse…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #153 - The Shame Cycle 40:58

18d ago40:58

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Speech by President Higgins at a Reception Marking 75 Years of the Civil Defence 16:03

20d ago16:03

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The President and Sabina Higgins hosted a reception to mark the 75th anniversary of the Civil Defence in Ireland.By Áras an Uachtaráin

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When Complex Trauma Looks Like a Personality Disorder: Dr. Kirk Honda on What Most Therapists Miss 1:08:01

21d ago1:08:01

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What if your "personality disorder" was actually trauma? The truth is, most therapists still don’t know how to spot complex PTSD — and way too many people get mislabeled in the process. In this episode, Andrea has compiled the best moments from her past conversations with Dr. Kirk Honda — licensed therapist and host of Psychology in Seattle. They u…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #152 - Victim Energy, Control Issues & Fear of Healing 38:47

26d ago38:47

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Speech by President Higgins to celebrate May Day 2025 17:39

27d ago17:39

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The President and Sabina Higgins received a number of Trade Union Representatives to Áras an Uachtaráin to mark May Day.By Áras an Uachtaráin

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The Power of Detachment: A Mother and Daughter’s Story of Addiction, Codependency and Healing 56:26

28d ago56:26

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What if the most loving thing you can do... is let go? This episode is a powerful reminder that healing sometimes means detaching—even from the people we love most. In this episode, I’m joined by Kristina Wandzilak & Constance Curry , the mother-daughter duo behind the memoir The Lost Years: Surviving a Mother and Daughter’s Worst Nightmare. Their …

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #151 - Chris K. 37:45

1M ago37:45

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The Truth About ACEs: Breaking Generational Cycles with Dr. Nzinga Harrison 1:22:20

1M ago1:22:20

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You’ve probably heard of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), but do you know how they shape your life—and how to break free from the cycles they create? In this week’s powerful episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nzinga Harrison—psychiatrist, addiction expert, co-founder of Eleanor Health, and all-around badass—as we unpack how childhood trauma, addiction…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #150 - Teresa N. 55:51

1M ago55:51

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Unpacking Dysfunctional Family Roles: 3 Sisters, 3 Very Different Childhoods 1:04:51

1M ago1:04:51

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Dysfunctional families don’t raise kids—they assign roles. In this powerful episode, three sisters unpack the parts they were forced to play and how they’re breaking free. Andrea sits down with three sisters—Kayla, Mariah, and Jackie—to explore the complex and often unspoken dynamics between siblings raised in the same dysfunctional home. While the…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #149 - Josh S. 45:49

2M ago45:49

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Healing Ancestral Wounds: The Path to Emotional Well-Being w/ Blair O'Hara 1:23:57

2M ago1:23:57

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Blair O'Hara is a Psychotherapist & Reiki Healer specializing in healing inherited generational trauma and clearing mental & emotional blocks to achieve long-lasting health & happiness. We discuss how to heal intergenerational trauma, Family Tree Pyschotherapy, how unresolved trauma manifests as physical pain, and how the ending of his marriage was…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #148 - Humility in Healing 34:50

2M ago34:50

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The Role of Humility in Healing Humility in trauma recovery isn’t about shrinking—it’s about softening. It’s the ability to face ourselves and our patterns without defensiveness or shame. So often, we expect healing to mean “getting over” something. But what if healing is about learning how to live with the parts of ourselves we can’t fully change?…

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The Deep Reveal: From Survival to Self-Compassion (ACA Steps 4-7) 1:05:31

2M ago1:05:31

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You can’t heal what you’re still afraid to look at. This is about confronting what’s been buried—and learning to stop abandoning yourself in the process. In today’s episode, Andrea is diving deep into Steps 4–7 of the ACA program. These ask us to face the pain we’ve been avoiding, break dysfunctional family programming, and peel back the layers of …

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #147 - Ashlie T. 48:19

2M ago48:19

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The Healing Sequence: Denial, Awareness, Acceptance & Action (ACA Steps 1-3) 57:45

2M ago57:45

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Ever felt trapped by your past? Today we are peeling back the layers of family dysfunction, revealing how to reclaim control and begin healing. In this raw and revealing episode, Andrea is tackling Steps 1-3 of the ACA program, which can be summed up as - "I see it, I own it, I change it." Step 1: I see it - Acknowledging and admitting the depth an…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #146 - The Return of Sandra K. 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

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Listen to Sandra's first Shitshow Saturday episode here! ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat 📰SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT C…

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The Neuroscience Behind Toxic Shame: Pathways to Healing w/ Robyn Gobbel 1:05:01

2M ago1:05:01

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Toxic shame isn’t just a feeling—it’s a state of being, hardwired into our nervous system through childhood experiences. Let's break down the neuroscience behind toxic shame and see how we can begin to rewire our brains for healing. Robyn Gobbel is a psychotherapist specializing in relational neuroscience, translating complex brain science into pr…

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Speech by President Higgins at a St Patrick’s Day Reception 27:57

2M ago27:57

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Each year, the President and Sabina Higgins mark St. Patrick's Day by hosting a reception for groups and people that have made a particular contribution to Irish society.This year the President and Sabina Higgins hosted a reception celebrating the President’s 'Samhlaíocht agus An Náisiún – Imagination and The Nation' initiative.'Samhlaíocht agus An…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #145 - Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs 41:15

2M ago41:15

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Speech by President Higgins at a Reception for the Ireland Football Team from Italia ’90 12:18

3M ago12:18

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Speech by President Higgins at a Reception for the Ireland Football Team from Italia ’90 by Áras an UachtaráinBy Áras an Uachtaráin

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Teachtaireacht Lá Fhéile Pádraig 2025 ón Uachtarán Micheál D. Ó hUigínn 12:09

3M ago12:09

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Teachtaireacht Lá Fhéile Pádraig 2025 ón Uachtarán Micheál D. Ó hUigínn by Áras an UachtaráinBy Áras an Uachtaráin

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St Patrick's Day 2025 - Message from President Michael D. Higgins 10:34

3M ago10:34

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St Patrick's Day 2025 - Message from President Michael D. Higgins by Áras an UachtaráinBy Áras an Uachtaráin

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The Relationship Recovery Process: Navigating Childhood Trauma w/ Patrick Teahan 59:49

3M ago59:49

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Patrick Teahan is a licensed independent clinical social worker and childhood trauma specialist who helps adults heal from dysfunctional family dynamics. Through his Through his online community and YouTube channel, he guides people in breaking free from toxic patterns, reclaiming intimacy, and building healthier relationships., he guides people in…

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Speech by President Michael D. Higgins at a March 2025 Afternoon Tea Party 17:54

3M ago17:54

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The President and Sabina Higgins hosted an afternoon tea reception at Áras an Uachtaráin for members of communities from around the country.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-and-sabina-host-an-afternoon-tea-reception-12-03-25By Áras an Uachtaráin

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #144 - Navigating Divorce & Separation 46:05

3M ago46:05

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Speech by President Higgins at a Reception Hosting Members of the South-East Fermanagh Foundation 18:57

3M ago18:57

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Speech by President Higgins at a Reception Hosting Members of the South-East Fermanagh Foundation by Áras an UachtaráinBy Áras an Uachtaráin

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Treating Nervous System Dysregulation: Somatic Healing for CPTSD w/ Irene Lyon 1:13:43

3M ago1:13:43

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Explore how a lifetime of chronic stress and fear can lead to nervous system dysregulation, and how somatic healing can help rewire our responses to trauma. Dive into this episode to uncover the transformative power of understanding and healing our deepest unseen wounds. Irene Lyon, MSC, is a renowned nervous system specialist and master somatic pr…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #143 - Terry O. 52:05

3M ago52:05

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190 - The Purpose of Our Pain: IFS Therapy to Heal Complex Trauma w/ Tammy Sollenberger 1:19:04

3M ago1:19:04

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What if the behaviors that cause you the most pain are actually trying to help you? Or what if those harsh voices in your head are not your enemies, but protectors that have gone off course? Tammy Sollenberger is a certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, the host of The One Inside: An IFS Podcast, as well as the author of "The One Inside…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #142 True-Self Esteem 37:32

3M ago37:32

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The Scapegoat Experience: Abuse, Healing, and Hope w/ Rebecca Mandeville 1:24:30

3M ago1:24:30

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Rebecca C. Mandeville is a Licensed Psychotherapist, Certified Complex Trauma Professional, and an internationally recognized expert in Family Systems. She began conducting her research on what she later named family scapegoating abuse (FSA) while serving as Core Faculty at the world-renowned Institute of Transpersonal Psychology (now known as Sofi…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #140 - Casey C. 45:29

3M ago45:29

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⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with discussion boards and chat 📰SIGN UP FOR SHITSHOW NATION - ADULT CHILD NEWSLETTER 👩HELP A GIRL & CAT EAT🐱 www.buymeacoffee.…

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Setting Boundaries to Heal Adult Child Wounds w/ Barb Nangle 1:08:55

3M ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Setting boundaries isn't just about saying no; it's about saying yes to a healthier, more authentic self. Dive into this episode to discover how boundaries are the cornerstone of healing from childhood wounds. Barb Nangle is a boundaries coach, host of the podcast Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery, and a fellow member of The S…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #139 - Ken D. 36:52

4M ago36:52

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President Higgins confers the Torc, Symbol of the Office of Saoi, on Paul Muldoon 12:39

4M ago12:39

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On Thursday 6 February 2025, President Higgins conferred the symbol of the office of Saoi, the gold Torc, to Paul Muldoon at a ceremony in Áras an Uachtaráin.Members of Aosdána may receive the honour of Saoi for singular and sustained distinction in the arts. It is the highest honour open to an Irish artist.https://president.ie/en/diary/details/pre…

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Balancing Mind & Sprit in CPTSD Treatment w/ my former therapist Melissa Fenton, PhD 1:17:10

4M ago1:17:10

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When the daughter of two narcissist parents turns her life experiences into empathy and understanding to help others heal. Dr. Melissa Fenton is a licensed mental health therapist who combines traditional psychotherapy with spiritual practices. She shares her personal journey from childhood trauma to healing, providing insights into how adversity f…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #138 - The Return of Faith 24:36

4M ago24:36

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Shitshow Faith shares about her growth and healing since her original episode SHITSHOW SATURDAY #65 - Faith (8/5/2023) ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly zoom support groups (Sun 3: 30 pm EST, Mon 8:30 pm EST, Tues 1 pm EST, & Thurs 8:30 pm EST) Support community at your fingertips with dis…

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President Higgins presents the 2024 Presidential Distinguished Service Awards 18:27

4M ago18:27

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Uachtarán na hÉireann, President Michael D. Higgins this presented this year’s Presidential Distinguished Service Awards for the Irish Abroad at a ceremony at Áras an Uachtaráin. The MC for the event was Doireann Ní Bhriain.This year’s ten recipients are:Séamus Coleman, Republic of Ireland international football captainPatrick Leahy, Former United …

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The Intimacy Factor: Overcoming Shame & Setting Boundaries w/ Paul Gilmartin 1:08:04

4M ago1:08:04

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Our struggles with intimacy often root back to the childhood boundaries set—or not set—by our parents. Today's a conversation is a deep dive into the complex world of emotional inheritance with Paul Gilmartin, renowned stand-up comedian and host of The Mental Illness Happy Hour. In this raw & revealing, Paul recounts his fight with addiction & depr…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #137 - Resenting Ourselves and Others 40:47

4M ago40:47

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How Epigenetics Reveals Our Hidden Inherited Trauma w/ Mark Wolynn (BEST OF ADULT CHILD) 1:04:15

4M ago1:04:15

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Today's conversation could fundamentally alter your understanding of health and heritage. We're joined by Mark Wolynn, a visionary in the field of inherited family trauma and the author of "It Didn't Start With You." From a personal medical mystery to groundbreaking therapeutic approaches, Mark shares how past generations' traumas might be influenc…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #136 - Nate H. 38:27

4M ago38:27

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Meet Nate: Confronting Parentification and People-Pleasing... Growing up with an absent father and a parentifying mother amidst the backdrop of divorce, Nate was often the glue holding his fragmented family together. From a young age, the responsibilities thrust upon him shaped his early identity as the hero child, tasked with more than a child sho…

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Therapist Shares Most Profound Transformations from Childhood Trauma w/ Catherine Gildiner (BEST OF ADULT CHILD) 1:00:18

4M ago1:00:18

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How do the shadows of childhood shape the light of our future? Catherine Gildiner, an acclaimed clinical psychologist and New York Times bestselling author of Good Morning, Monster: A Therapist Shares Five Heroic Stories of Emotional Recovery, unveils the profound transformations that emerge from the darkest of childhood traumas. Cathy shares insig…

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SHITSHOW SATURDAY #135 - The Return of Jamie W. 36:16

5M ago36:16

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BREATHE TO HEAL: A 6-Week Journey of Somatic Release - Get your spot here LIMITED CAPACITY --> adultchildpodcast.com/breathetoheal Shitshow Jamie shares about her growth and healing since her original episode SHITSHOW SATURDAY #24 - Jamie W. (10/16/2022) ⬇️DAMN THE JOIN SHITSHOW - ADULT CHILD HEALING COMMUNITY⬇️ https://theshitshow.mn.co 4 weekly z…

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