DTC POD is a podcast about all things direct to consumer. We cover everything for starting, growing, and optimizing eCommerce stores and DTC (or D2C) brands. We talk with founders, marketers, platforms, creators and marketing & growth agencies to cover topics like brand building, social media, influencer marketing, website conversion, paid media, Facebook ads, consumer trends, email marketing, and more. If you're interested in the stories behind your favorite consumer brands, this podcast is ...
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Underneath it all, all most of us want is to live happier. We just have our own negative beliefs and behaviours keeping us stuck. In this podcast, we shine a light on some of those behaviours, emotions, and beliefs, and how we can free ourselves from them. Lynda is a Life and Neuroscience Coach, a Clinical Hypnotherapist, and a Rapid Transformation Therapist who specialises in working with anxiety, stress and addictions. www.yourgifttoyou.com
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The people and ideas that are shaping our patterns of consumption for the better. Hosted by Stephan Ango, co-founder of Lumi.com
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What if you could get a front row seat on a journey through the best and worst horror movies of the past half-century, all rated on Rotten Tomatoes? Brace yourself for an eerie tour with your hosts, Chad Campbell and Mike Carron, as they dissect each film with a surgeon's precision and a fan's passion. Our story began on a mundane work day, when two colleagues, Chad and Mike, decided to start a podcast centered on their shared love for horror films. The search for a genre was a winding, conv ...
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#323 - The Brand Whisperer: Revealing the Tactics behind Your Favorite DTC Brands with Emmett Shine
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Emmett Shine is the creative genius behind Pattern, taking the lead in shaping the narratives and aesthetics of its seven brands. He also co-founded a creative agency, Gin Lane, and oversaw its evolution in parallel with the burgeoning startup ecosystem that came to define New York's landscape. In this episode, Emmett discusses Pattern Brands' appr…
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Ep. 36: Stanley Kubrick's "The Shining" (1980) Part 1
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Ever wonder what makes "The Shining" not just a great movie but a study in psychological horror? Join us and our special guest TJ, as we dissect Stanley Kubrick's haunting masterpiece. Delve beyond Jack Nicholson's iconic performance and the chilling corridors of the Overlook Hotel, as we explore the film's divergence from Stephen King's novel, the…
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Self-harm is far more common than we’d like to believe. And whether is cutting, binging or destructive habits, we are all guilty of it in some way shape or form. Listen in this week where we dive in to ways forward and healthier coping strategies.
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Ep. 35: Emmett Alston's "New Year's Evil" (1980)
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Ever wondered what happens when a punk rock icon becomes the centerpiece of a murderously bad New Year's countdown? Well, strap in for a riotous ride with us as we dissect the slasher cult classic "New Year's Evil" with a Rotten Tomatoes score that's begging for a second opinion. From the twisted timeline to the killer's zany cross-country rampage,…
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#322 - 8 Simple Frameworks to Grow a Massively Profitable Consumer Brand with Sabir Semerkant
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Our conversation with growth strategist Sabir Semerkant is filled with actionable insights on thriving in the e-commerce landscape. Sabir’s approach to e-commerce growth is holistic. He emphasizes constant improvement and a strong understanding of one's business foundations. His advice invites brands to explore a growth path that's not reliant on t…
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Ep. 34: Ken Russell’s "Altered States" (1980)
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Have you ever plunged into the depths of your own consciousness? Screams and Streams takes you on an electrifying ride through Ken Russell's "Altered States," a film that not only tells a story but also promises to shift your perception of reality. Mike and I dissect the protagonist's harrowing journey fueled by substance use and a relentless drive…
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#321 - How Mila Nailed Success: The 20 Million Dumplings Club
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Jennifer Liao’s journey with MìLà is nothing short of remarkable. From a grassroots project where they collected orders through Google Forms, it evolved into a successful venture that raised $21.5 million in its second round of funding. This episode doesn't just serve up the story behind MìLà’s signature frozen soup dumplings; it provides a feast o…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to take a look at Manifestation - what it is, and how we can utilise our own phenomenal manifestation powers and the potential and gifts we all have within us.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 33: Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho" (1960)
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Step inside the shadowy world of Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho" as we peel back the curtain on the eerie nuances of this cinematic juggernaut. Our journey through the spine-tingling Bates Motel and the iconic black-and-white palette of this timeless classic promises to leave you with fresh eyes for Hitchcock's masterpiece. Get ready to revisit your fi…
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#320 - Sipping Success: How Andrew Huberman Is Crafting a Healthier Caffeine Fix with Nicolas Beaupré
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In this episode of DTC Pod, Nicolas Beaupré illuminates the strategies that propelled Mateina's growth in the North American market, where the lure of yerba mate was still largely undiscovered. He emphasizes the crucial role of grassroots efforts like word-of-mouth endorsements and community events in building a loyal customer base. Nicolas shares…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to dive into the power and potential of Sound Healing. Our body has powerful natural healing mechanising that sound healing uses to bring us to a heightened state of wellness on a spiritual, emotional, and physical level.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 32: Alfred Hitchcock's "Vertigo" (1958)
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Step inside the enigmatic world of Alfred Hitchcock's "Vertigo" with us where we peel back the layers of this cinematic treasure. Prepare to have your perception of obsession and identity radically altered as we dissect the psychological complexities woven into this 1958 thriller. We promise a journey that will not only dissect iconic scenes but al…
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#319 - From Building a 9-Figure Menswear Brand to Redefining Baby Monitors
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In our conversation with Kevin Lavelle, he shares his ingenious approach to building his company, Mizzen+Main, into a fashion industry success. Initially, Kevin recalls the brute force marketing efforts that shaped the early days of the brand, from going door to door to attending events to get the product in people's hands. As their digital marketi…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to shine a light on some of the mental health issues that men are facing and why is it that the suicide rates are so much higher for men than women. What needs to change?
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Ep. 31: '70-'79 A Decade of Horror Part 2
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Ever wonder why some horror movies leave you hiding behind the couch while others just make you laugh at the absurdity? Our latest episode continues our spine-tingling trip through the horror films of the 1970s. We rip into the over-hyped "The Omen" and its puzzling franchise success, but find an unexpected guilty pleasure in the low-budget creatur…
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#318 - The CMO Behind Feastables Reveals How to Build Viral Brands
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Join us as Ben Acott uncovers intriguing tactics that make Feastables stand out in the crowded direct-to-consumer landscape. In our conversation, Ben expounded on the synergistic relationship between Feastables and the ultra-popular Mr. Beast, highlighting how leveraging the latter’s extensive distribution network offers a unique advantage. This st…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going talk about the amazing power of hypnotherapy and the positive impact it can have on our lives by helping us change our old programming. We dispel some of the myths and fears around hypnosis and share how you can use it as a powerful tool for change.
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Ep. 30: '70-'79 A Decade of Horror Part 1
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This episode is a testament to the eerie, often hilarious world of cinematic scares we've endured. We're journeying back to the days of Giallo gems and laughable effects, discussing the films that made us laugh, grimace, and occasionally glance over our shoulders. From personal tales of multitasking madness to the engaging discussions sparked by ou…
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#317 - Unleash the Power of Amazon SEO: Outrank & Outsell the Competition with Mina Elias
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Mina Elias, backed by his vast experience, outlines a strategy to captivate customers and set apart offerings in Amazon's competitive market. He shares a blueprint for keyword optimization on Amazon, highlighting the need to start small and grow strategically based on performance results. His approach underlines the role of flexibility in advertisi…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going take a look at struggling with mental health within a broken system. We are over prescribing drugs at an extremely alarming rate for mental and emotional issues which is having very grim longterm effects on our mental and emotional health.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 29: Stuart Rodenberg's "The Amityville Horror" (1979)
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Dare to challenge the Rotten Tomatoes consensus? Step right up as Chad Campbell and Mike Carron, dissect the haunting legacy of "The Amityville Horror," a film that's carved its name into horror history with an iron-clad grip despite its 31% rating. Our latest episode doesn't just scratch the surface; we plunge headfirst into the murky depths of Ja…
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Ex Butcherbox Exec Is Solving The Perishable Goods Fiasco with Juan Meisel
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Episode brought to you by More Staffing Join 15k founders and marketers & get our pod highlights delivered directly to your inbox with the DTC Pod Newsletter! Juan Meisel is the Founder and CEO at Grip Shipping, a pioneering Direct-to-Consumer eCommerce for perishable products. After serving as the Head of Logistics of Buterbox, he launched Grip wh…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to take a breath and look into breath work an how learning how to just breathe the way we were born to can have massive positive benefits on our physical, emotional and mental health.
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Prepare to be transported back to the eerie passageways of the Nostromo with yours truly, Mike Carron, and my co-host Chad Campbell, as we examine the haunting splendor of Ridley Scott's "Alien." Experience the blend of raw terror and meticulous detail that has etched this 1979 classic into the annals of sci-fi horror. From the iconic chestburster …
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The 100M+ Impression Strategy with Influencer Seeding feat. Josh Durham of Aligned Growth
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Episode brought to you by More Staffing Join 15k founders and marketers & get our pod highlights delivered directly to your inbox with the DTC Pod Newsletter! Josh Durham is the founder of Aligned Growth, an influencer management agency that helps established 7 & 8 figure DTC brands scale and optimized influencer programs. On this episode of DTC Po…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to dive into letting go and forgiveness. Forgiveness is never about the other person, it is about you freeing yourself from the chains of resentment and hurt and allowing yourself to live in the present rather than the past.By Lynda Emmett
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We've all been there, right? Sitting through a movie that's so bad, it circles back to being hilarious—well, we certainly have, and this time we're taking you with us on a rollercoaster of chuckles and disbelief as we revisit "The Swarm." A 1978 disaster movie that buzzes with melodrama, outdated effects, and an all-star cast that probably wishes t…
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#314 - Scaling Growth In Beauty with ILIA Beauty VP of Digital & Ecommerce, Cherene Aubert
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Cherene Aubert is the VP of Digital and E-commerce at ILIA Beauty, a skincare-powered makeup brand which has taken the beauty industry by storm as it's quickly scaled past 100M in revenue. In this episode, we sit down with Cherene to discuss some of the most successful strategies that the most successful brands use to grow. Episode brought to you b…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going talk about what is to be a woman and what we have carried down through social, cultural and religious beliefs that impact us as women today.
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Ep. 26: John Carpenter's "Halloween" (1978)
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Get ready to pull the mask off one of horror's most iconic faces as we take you through the shadow-laden streets of Haddonfield on Screams and Streams. We're not just talking jump scares and butcher knives—this episode is a full autopsy of John Carpenter's "Halloween," from Michael Myers' unnerving head tilt to Jamie Lee Curtis's unforgettable clos…
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#313 - Designing Renowned Experiences: From Startups to Style Icons with Allegra Poschmann
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Allegra Poschmann is the CEO & Design Director at Pact, a design led, development driven studio that creates digital experiences. In this episode, Allegra shares her journey of substantial growth in the design industry and the compelling success of the nap dress. Listen as we explore the unique approaches to customer engagement and personalized bra…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going take a dive into our Shadow Selves. This can often create great turmoil within - stop us being authentic and standing in the power of who we truly are.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 25: Ovidio G. Assonitis's "Tentacles" (1977)
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Could "Tentacles" possibly rival the dread of "Jaws"? We're dissecting the calamitous creature feature "Tentacles," a film that's more likely to induce laughter than screams. Prepare to chortle as we recount the bewildering plot twists and turns of this 1977 undersea misadventure, which somehow managed to ensnare renowned actors like Henry Fonda in…
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#312 - Dad Gang Decoded: Building a Fatherhood Community One Hat at a Time With Bart Szaniewski
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Bart is building at the intersection of commerce & community and promoting the message of fatherhood through fashion. With a twelve year stint optimizing brands and content, Bart now champions the Dad Gang, a movement that brings dads together under the banner of quality streetwear. We kick off with how he turned a small investment of $750 into a p…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going take a look jealousy and envy. We often don’t want to believe we experience jealousy or envy because we feel it doesn’t fit in with our self image. But it’s in the ignoring of these parts of ourselves that can cause issues.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 24: George A. Romero's "Martin" (1977)
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Sink your fangs into the eerie world of "Martin," a 1977 gem by the master of horror, George A. Romero. We dig into the chilling mix of psychological terror and vampiric myth that leaves you questioning the nature of our bloodthirsty protagonist. Is Martin a creature of the night, or a man lost in the depths of his own disturbed psyche? Together, w…
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#311 - AI in Style: Transforming How We Discover and Buy Fashion - Sam Rattner, CEO of Showroom
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Sam Rattner is the CEO and Co-Founder at Showroom, a vertical-specific search engine for fashion. Leveraging AI, it crawls brands big and small and hosts their inventory, amounting to millions of pieces. Previously Sam founded Vigtory, a sports betting company which he sold to Fubo for $40 Million at age 23. In this episode, Sam Rattner joins us to…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to lift the lid on love versus lust! What the difference is between the two, the importance of both and how we can ignite more in our lives.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 23: Brian De Palma's "Carrie" (1976) Part 2
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Ready to unlock the secrets behind Brian De Palma's 1976 horror film, "Carrie"? Then brace yourself as we journey through the iconic scenes, analyze the clever narrative trickery, and observe the unsettling reality of teachers' powerlessness against bullying. We engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the film's portrayal of revenge and its …
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#310 - $100M+ Businesses in Controversial Industries: John Coogan, Co-Founder of Soylent and Lucy
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John Coogan is the Founder at Lucy, an innovative company in the nicotine industry, offering safer alternatives to smoking. In this episode, we discuss strategies for scaling production, taking products to market, generating buzz, navigating regulation, nailing retail distribution, and leveraging digital content to grow brands. And that's not all –…
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On this weeks podcast we dive into love! Having love in our lives in one of its many shapes or forms massively impacts our happiness, health and wellbeing. This week we look at how we can cultivate more of it.
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Ep. 22: Brian De Palma's "Carrie" (1976) Part 1
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Ever wanted the lowdown on one of horror's cult classics, "Carrie"? Well, you're in the right place! Join your hosts, Mike Carron and Chad Campbell, along with special guest Sam Schreiner, as we navigate the eerie corridors of this 1976 masterpiece. From intense and outdated bullying, to the complex dynamics of a mother-daughter relationship steepe…
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#309 - Scale Your Brand Like a Pro, DTC Blueprints from Homestead with COO, Joel Padron
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Joel Padron is the COO and Partner at Homestead Studio, a leading growth agency specializing in acquisition and retention services for brands scaling from 7 to 8 figures of revenue. After scaling Crossnet on the performance side, Joel has been behind the wheel with some of the fastest growing brands in commerce since joining Homestead. In this epis…
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On this weeks podcast we take a look at anxiety in our relationships - not only can this impact our own health happiness and wellbeing, but it also changes how we show up in our relationships and the behaviours we have.By Lynda Emmett
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Have you ever been tickled by the sheer absurdity of a horror film that's so bad it's good? Chad and I just couldn't keep a straight face while dissecting the 1976 B-movie "Squirm," where electrified worms with pincers wreak havoc in a small town. We crack up at the ludicrous sound effects and the wonky Southern accents that add a thick layer of ch…
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#308 - Rikin Diwan, Soona - How to Craft Marketing Strategies That Sell
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Rikin Diwan is the CMO and Chief Growth Officer at soona, the world’s first virtual content studio. In this episode, we chat with Rikin about the intersection of AI and human creativity when it comes to content creation. We pick apart the nuts and bolts of storytelling and authenticity in marketing, the dynamic evolution of the creative content, an…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going take a look at the part desire plays in our life and how we can reconnect with it to ignite our passions, creativity and motivation.By Lynda Emmett
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Ep. 20: Richard Donner's "The Omen" (1976)
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Ready to embark on a spine-chilling journey through the eerie narrative of the 1976 horror classic, "The Omen"? Join us as we unravel the iconic one-liners, controversial editing decisions, and the film's lasting impact on the horror genre. Chock-full with Chad Campbell's and Mike Carron's insights, this episode digs deep into the film's plot, char…
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#307 - Jess Chan, Longplay - How To Boost Revenue Through Retention & Lifecycle Marketing
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Jess Chan is the CEO and Founder of Longplay, an lifecycle & retention agency for DTC brands. She's also the brains behind Backbone, an innovative tool that wraps all those email and retention best practices in one simple to use tool. In this episode, Jess joins Blaine to discuss what it takes to succeed as a brand that wants to lean into retention…
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On this weeks podcast we’re going to lift the lid on some of the darker thoughts we have and the difference between what they actually mean, and the meaning we give them.By Lynda Emmett
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