Best The Forgotten Initiative Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 277: Pursuing Reckless Faith (w/ Beth Guckenberger) 39:56

1d ago39:56

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Whether it’s across the world or in all four corners of her home, my guest today has over two decades of experience in the foster care and adoptive community. Beth Guckenberger lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with her husband, Todd. Together, they serve as the Co-Executive Directors of Back2Back Ministries, a nonprofit dedicated to providing comprehensiv…

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Armando Mei: 36,400 BCE, The Secrets of the Gods 1:41:13

3d ago1:41:13

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Long before the rise of known civilisations, when the Earth was still shrouded in the veils of myth, an advanced intelligence walked among men. Hidden in the sands of time and protected by ancient codes, their legacy whispers through sacred texts, monumental architecture, and cosmic alignments. In 36,400 BCE – The Secrets of the Gods, acclaimed res…

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EP74: The Initial Conversation You Should Have About Emails with Your Executive 26:26

6d ago26:26

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Managing your Executive’s inbox isn’t just about clearing emails - it’s about saving them time, reducing stress, and protecting their reputation. In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, host Nicky Christmas shares the essential first conversation you should have with your Executive about email management. We’ll explore: How to agree on who replie…

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Destiny: Daniel Bourke, Telepathic Tales 1:17:04

6d ago1:17:04

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A compendium of rare cross-cultural and historical accounts of extrasensory perception • Provides accounts of ESP ranging from ancient Greek myth, traditional North and South American, African, and Polynesian stories to individuals like Rumi, Charles Dickens, and Carl Jung • Considers unexplained ESP-related happenings, including bilocation, the ab…

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John Michael Greer: Way of the Secret Temple 1:27:45

10d ago1:27:45

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A one year course for students of the occult in their quest for wisdom, revelation and enlightenment.In the third volume of his popular series of textbooks for students of the Western mystery tradition, John Michael Greer conducts training for a self-taught course for students to advance to the third degree of the Golden Section Fellowship.Building…

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Ep73: How to Be an Interested and Interesting EA 24:59

13d ago24:59

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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we explore one of the most overlooked but powerful dynamics in the Executive Assistant role: the ability to be both interested and interesting. Nicky shares personal stories and honest reflections on how curiosity and personality can shape your career path—from missed promotions in roles that felt uninspiri…

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Destiny: Dr. Dean Mitchell, Allergy and Asthma Solution 1:05:19

13d ago1:05:19

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Over 50 million Americans suffer from a range of frustrating allergy symptoms from hay fever to asthma, hives to sinusitis. Many have tried medications, visited allergists, and used various treatments, desperate to find a reliable way to alleviate their pain, but just can't seem to get the dependable relief they need. Now, one of New York's top all…

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Episode 276: More Than How Your Story Began (w/ Hope Watts) 28:56

16d ago28:56

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Adoption and foster care are often depicted in dramatic ways in the media. Whether it’s an adult suddenly discovering the truth that they were adopted or a depiction of constant conflict between a child involved in the foster care system and their caregivers, media can easily give us a skewed perspective of what life is actually like for the real p…

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Geoffrey Drumm: The Land of Chem 1:36:54

17d ago1:36:54

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My name is Geoffrey Drumm I must admit that I have a bit of an Indiana Jones complex, and watching the Raiders of the Lost Ark when I was a kid first ignited my interest in Egypt . In 2012, I began researching the Egyptian pyramids and some of the alternative theories about their true purpose as a serious side hobby. One of my life’s greatest aspir…

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Ep 72: Getting Real About Your Executive’s Calendar 31:10

20d ago31:10

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When your Executive’s calendar is bursting at the seams, it’s tempting to feel responsible, like somehow, you should have prevented the chaos. But guilt doesn’t belong in your job description. In this episode, we’re flipping the script on calendar management and giving you the tools to start strategic conversations that lead to real change. We’re d…

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Destiny: Miles Neale, Return with Elixir 1:46:07

20d ago1:46:07

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A step-by-step guide to reclaiming the soul • Shares four maps for spiritual rebirth based on Joseph Campbell, Carl Jung, Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, and the precession of the equinoxes • Traces the author’s journey of rebirth, covering his transformation through a spiritual crisis and the creation of a more meaningful life • Provides visualizatio…

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Mike Ricksecker: The Lost Science of Egypt 1:16:18

24d ago1:16:18

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Continue your journey in the Connected Universe with Portals to the Stars, an exploration into the mysteries of stargates, ancient sites of power, and lost civilizations. Ancient cultures around the globe held secrets of harnessing the power of the Earth, traversing the cosmos, and interacting with beings from other worlds – or, perhaps, other dime…

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Special Edition: Dr. Avi Loeb, Alien Probe, 3i/Atlas 59:30

26d ago59:30

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A Harvard astronomer is suggesting that an interstellar object nearing Earth could be an engineered object — rather than a natural one — after making similar claims in in 2023 and 2017.Avi Loeb, the chair of Harvard's astronomy department, told CNN on Thursday that the 31/ATLAS interstellar object detected by the Deep Random Survey remote telescope…

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Ep71: The secret to successfully working with multiple Executives 25:51

27d ago25:51

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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we’re diving into the real-life juggle of supporting multiple executives—because yes, it’s a lot. But with the right systems, honest conversations, and a bit of forward planning, it can be done without losing your mind (or your lunch break). I’m sharing the strategies that have helped me stay on top of it a…

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Destiny: Norma and Nisha Burton, Navigating Liminal Realms 1:21:26

27d ago1:21:26

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Safely explore inner worlds through altered states of consciousness • Investigates drumming-induced trance states through shamanic journeying • Provides advanced lucid dreaming training, sharing techniques for inducing lucidity and skillfully navigating our inner cosmos • Explores the mindful use of psychedelics, offering guidance on setting intent…

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Episode 275: Finding Your Role in the Foster Care Community (w/ Thomas Dent) 45:49

30d ago45:49

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If you’re listening to this, chances are it was passion that first pulled you into your role in the foster care community—whether you’re a professional, a caregiver, an advocate, or a faithful supporter. But here’s something you might not have realized yet: just because you started in one role doesn’t mean that’s where you’ll stay. As we grow and g…

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Trevor Grassi: The Labyrinth of Hawara 1:44:38

1M ago1:44:38

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The lost labyrinth of Egypt, or the Hawara labyrinth is a buried complex in Egypt. Built beneath the pyramid of Hawara, it is said to have contained mortuary temples, galleries, courtyards, and libraries that hold unseen information about Ancient Egyptian society, as well as other ancient civilizations, including some prior to commonly recorded his…

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Ep70: 10 ChatGPT Prompts I Use in My Business (That You’ll Want to Steal as an EA) 39:10

1M ago39:10

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Ever feel like your brain has 47 tabs open – and not a single one is loading properly? In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, I’m sharing 10 real ChatGPT prompts I use every week to streamline my business, clarify my thinking, and save serious time – and I promise, they’re not just for techies. Whether you're writing tricky emails, planning even…

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Destiny: Jason Offutt, Chasing North American Monsters 1:14:33

1M ago1:14:33

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Discover more than 250 Humanoids, Howlers, and Scaly Swimmers from Across North AmericaHere in North America, there be monsters! Jason Offutt takes you on a thrilling adventure across all twenty-three countries—as well as every state and territory of the US, Canada, and Mexico—to meet one or more monsters in each location. Featuring illustrations t…

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Patrick Chouinard: Giants of Atlantis 1:15:44

1M ago1:15:44

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Deep beneath the waves of myth and time lies Atlantis, a lost empire of unparalleled splendor, whispered to have birthed a race of giants whose legacy endures in ancient stone and scattered lore. In *Giants of Atlantis: The Legacy of the Fallen Race*, we embark on a speculative journey into the heart of one of humanity’s greatest enigmas. Were the …

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Ep69: Is It a Task or a Project? Why That Distinction Matters for Executive Assistants 19:55

1M ago19:55

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As Executive Assistants, we’re no strangers to juggling a hundred things at once, but how often do we stop and ask: Is this a task, or am I actually running a project? In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we are diving into why recognising the difference between tasks and project work matters more than you might think. We’ll talk about how to …

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Dr. Elena Gross: Overcoming Chronic Migraines, and the Brain Ritual Solution 1:10:53

1M ago1:10:53

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Brain Ritual® is a Swiss medical food founded by Dr. Elena Gross that addresses the dietary management of migraine. Crafted with high quality, bio-identical ingredients, it supports optimal brain metabolism through clean nutrients. Developed by neuroscientists in Switzerland, Brain Ritual® contains clinically tested ingredients. Our revolutionary f…

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Episode 274: Everything’s in His Hands (w/ David and Julie Zimmer) 41:12

1M ago41:12

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“Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.” – James 1:27 (ESV) You’ve probably heard this verse if you’ve ever been to an adoption or foster care training, attended a conference that discussed child welfare, or even just sat throu…

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Randall Carlson: The Great Upheaval 1:45:03

2M ago1:45:03

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Randall Carlson is known for his interdisciplinary work as a geomythologist, architectural designer, and researcher into the connections between ancient mysteries and modern science. He is particularly recognized for his exploration of sacred geometry, catastrophism, and the Younger Dryas impact hypothesis. He is also known for his work on ancient …

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Ep 68: From EA to People Manager with Gisele Karame-Kemp 52:58

2M ago52:58

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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, host Nicky Christmas sits down with Gisele Karame-Kemp for a candid and inspiring Day in the Life conversation. Gisele joins us from Sydney, Australia, where she leads a global team of Executive and Administrative Assistants at Atlassian. With a career that’s taken her from the University of Sydney to the p…

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Destiny: Susan Plunket, Paranormal Perspectives 1:14:10

2M ago1:14:10

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This book will introduce you to yourself in a new way. It will transform how you thnk about yourself and help you recognize your own self-limitimg beliefs about who you are and can be. It is the author's story but it is also all of our story. The book moves through time from right after World War II, when the author was born, through the fifties, s…

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Special Edition: Freddy Silva, Megalith, a Documentary 1:13:24

2M ago1:13:24

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Over 100,000 megaliths covered the French region of Bretagne, to the point where it once resembled a forest of stone. It is the world’s largest megalithic metropolis. And yet in central Portugal and the isles of Scotland there exists the same phenomenon. Why were these three locations chosen above all others by Neolithic architects? And why were st…

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Rafael Eissman: Forgotten Civilizations of South America 1:20:42

2M ago1:20:42

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Rafael Videla Eissmann is a historian from Chile (Santiago, 1979) who has written several books and articles about the Antarctic origins of mankind, the vestiges of the primal civilization of the Americas and its symbols, as well as other fields of the Pre-Columbian cultures. Some of his books are Raza Primigenia (“Primal Race”, 2003), El Diluvio y…

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Ep67: The EA Work That Gets Forgotten (But Shouldn’t) 22:38

2M ago22:38

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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we’re taking a deep dive into the Eisenhower Matrix — specifically the quadrant that too often gets overlooked: important but not urgent work. As Executive Assistants, it’s easy to get caught in the whirlwind of urgent requests, Slack pings, and last-minute diary dramas. But real strategic impact? That live…

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Andrew Gallimore: Death by Astonishment, Confronting the Mystery of the World's Strangest Drug 1:17:52

2M ago1:17:52

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For fans of the compelling critical and investigative style of best-selling authors Graham Hancock and Brian Muraresku, the first detailed account of the history and science of the world’s strangest and most mysterious drug - DMT. DMT is the world’s strangest and most mysterious drug, inducing one of the most remarkable and yet least understood of …

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Episode 273: Finding Hope While Healing from a Painful Past (w/ Destini McAlister) 43:21

2M ago43:21

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Content / Trigger Warning: This episode does contain mentions and descriptions of abuse, neglect, and sexual abuse. If any of this may be triggering for you, we recommend you either listen carefully, listen with someone else, or you may even consider skipping this episode. Unfortunately, so many children who enter foster care have experienced some …

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Filippo Biondi & Armando Mei: The Khafre Pyramid Project 1:18:18

2M ago1:18:18

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In March 2025, the world was stunned. Headlines across the globe reported that a team of Italian researchers had detected massive underground structures beneath Egypt’s iconic Pyramids of Giza. Utilizing a combination of synthetic aperture radar (SAR), acoustic data from the Earth’s surface, and AI-enhanced geospatial analysis, the team—known as Th…

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Destiny: Michael Pilarski, Communicating with the Fairy Realm 1:22:44

2M ago1:22:44

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Volume One of Daphne Charters' Collected Fairie Manuscripts By Daphne Charters (Author) & Michael Pilarski (Editor) This book offers readers of all ages an incredible view into the lives of 34 intelligent fairies. True fairy tales told by the fairies themselves. Plant fairies live wherever there are plants, even in the cities. In 1950, Daphne Chart…

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Andre Chaisson: Telepylos, from Myth to Reality 1:20:57

2M ago1:20:57

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Telepylos and Homer’s Odyssey In Homer’s Odyssey, Telepylos is described as the city of the Laestrygonians, a race of giants who ambush Odysseus and his crew. The vivid depiction includes towering cliffs, a narrow harbor entrance, and dramatic landscapes, suggesting a location of strategic maritime importance. Traditionally dismissed as myth, these…

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Destiny: Kathy Callahan & Helen St. Pierre, Old Dog, New Dog 1:22:54

2M ago1:22:54

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From two revered experts, a concise guide to caring for a beloved senior dog and skillfully introducing a puppy to the household in a way that allows both dogs to flourish It’s a natural impulse: As you watch your canine best friend age, you think about getting a puppy, hoping that the new pup will be influenced by the older dog while softening the…

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Episode 272: Striving for Racial Equity in the Child Welfare System (w/ Shanelle Dupree) 43:28

2M ago43:28

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The child welfare system can be confusing and complex. Families are often expected to navigate administrative systems, the criminal justice system, the legal system, and the social system—all at the same time and with no prior instruction. Our guest today knows the child welfare system inside and out—and she’s passionate about helping families navi…

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Praveen Mohan: The Sacred Temples of Thailand 1:18:59

2M ago1:18:59

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Hi, thanks for landing here! This channel was previously known as 'Phenomenal Travel Videos'. I am Praveen Mohan and I like to travel to ancient sites around the world. My subscribers are awesome and they have helped me appear on TV shows (yes, Ancient Aliens on History Channel also) , magazines, podcasts, etc, etc. I am deeply interested in Ancien…

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Special Edition: Lydia & Arturo de Leon, The Maya-Atlantis Connection 1:05:14

3M ago1:05:14

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Embark on a Transformative Journey into the Heart of Ancient Mesoamerica Join Earth Ancients’ host Cliff Dunning and Geophilia’s founders Dr. Lydia and Arturo de León for a once-in-a-lifetime 12-day adventure through Guatemala’s sacred landscapes, ancient cities, and living Maya traditions. This exclusive retreat blends archaeological discovery wit…

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Ep66: Creating a User Manual for Executives 32:51

3M ago32:51

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Ever wish you had a clear roadmap for working seamlessly with your Executive? In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, host Nicky Christmas guides you through the powerful process of creating an Executive User Guide - a strategic tool that captures everything you need to know about your Executive’s preferences, communication style, and leadership …

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Destiny: Janine Lowe, Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance 1:18:34

3M ago1:18:34

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Unlock the Power of Your Space to Attract Abundance with Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance This book is for you if you want to change your life and attract more Abundance. This book holds the key to unlocking more Wealth, Love, Good Fortune and so much more. In Feng Shui Your Way to Abundance, author and renowned Feng Shui Consultant, Eastern Astrolo…

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EP65: This Is What I Want To Do Long Term 40:49

3M ago40:49

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In this episode of The EA Campus Podcast, we sit down with freelance Executive Assistant Kaitlin Bekken for one of our ever-popular Day in the Life conversations. Caitlyn shares her journey into the EA world, how she transitioned into freelancing, and what a typical day looks like supporting multiple clients across industries. From managing inboxes…

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Douglas Beechwood: Mystic Maya, Journey of Initiation 1:23:09

3M ago1:23:09

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"Mystic Maya: Journey of Initiation," is a cinematic masterwork that unveils the ancient wisdom of the Maya. Prepare to be captivated, challenged, and forever changed by this extraordinary exploration of esoteric knowledge.Step into a hidden realm beyond the pyramids as this captivating documentary unravels the truth about these enigmatic structure…

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Destiny: Marzcia Techau, Your Soul Your Life 1:17:25

3M ago1:17:25

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Human life is full of challenges that can make it difficult to live in accordance with your true self, your inner core, your soul. Sometimes your surroundings react negatively to you, and survival mechanisms stemming either from experiences in this life or from the soul's experiences in previous ones, can cause you to shut off particular sides of y…

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Episode 271: Foster Fathers (w/ Chris Easley & Kyle Seick) 47:41

3M ago47:41

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Note: In this episode, Jami talks about her pregnancy—but don’t worry, you didn’t miss another baby announcement! If you’re part of our TFI family, you know her sweet little one has already arrived. This episode was recorded back in January! Sometimes, it can feel like the conversation within the foster care community is predominantly shaped by fem…

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