Best Kelly Fanson Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 15 : The Closer 50:11

4h ago50:11

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RLW: This is the last of the series on human error in the justice system and how it contributes to wrongful convictions. It's a great review with quiz questions and some multiple choice you can try at home. Discover what you know (and don't know) about the law. Wrongful convictions can happen to anyone. We hope our exploration into the world of wro…

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Episode 14 : Juvenile Justice : The Youth Experience 1:23:49

4M ago1:23:49

1:23:49

RLW : This episode offers insight into the myriad of ways our children and young adults are impacted by crime. Whether they are the child of a wrongfully convicted individual, witness to a crime, or have committed a crime, this episodes brings to light the stark reality that crime is not just an adult problem. Hosts Kelly Lauzon and Kelly Fanson ha…

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Episode 13 : Marginalization : How Society and Culture Intersect with Crime 53:44

7M ago53:44

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RLW: This episode jumps head first into an all encompassing topic. Almost every case of a wrongful conviction has an element of marginalization in it. What is Marginalization? Kelly and Kelly break it down and then throw to experts, Dr. Emily Haney Caron and Dr. Erika Fountain. Fountain's research lies at the intersection of developmental psycholog…

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Episode 12: True Crime Lawyers : Prison Law 18:28

1y ago18:28

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This epsiode of RLW is called "What John Knows" because when we researched our guest prior to his interview, the first words Kelly said were, "this is a guy who's probably seen and knows too much." No joke, Prison law Lawyer John Hill has been around the justice system. John L. Hill is a triple graduate of Queen’s University holding an Honours BA a…

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Episode 11: Defence Law : Why You Need a Great Lawyer 1:49:25

1y ago1:49:25

1:49:25

What makes a good lawyer? Even more importantly, how can you tell if you have a bad one? Of course the difference between the two can mean your guilt or innocence. What is Bad Lawyering? If it should ever come to pass that you require counsel, this episode of Real Life Wrongs examines what to expect, beginning with that first phone call. Our esteem…

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Episode 10: Experts : What You Don't Know You Don't Know 57:02

1+ y ago57:02

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Anyone can call themselves an expert. This week on RLW, you'll discover how even in a court of law, that term can be used loosely. Yes, even you could be considered an expert in court. Join us as we dive into Expert Testimony and hear the devastating real life account of Maria Shepherd, a woman wrongfully convicted of killing her step daughter and …

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Episode 9: Forensic Science : Smoke and Mirrors meet Crime and Punishment 1:32:29

1+ y ago1:32:29

1:32:29

This week we're examining forensics, which is also our inspiration for the topic of our next season, Forensic Labs. We speak with UH Law Center Professor and author of, Cops in Lab Coats, Sandra Thompson about everything from the jury's responsibility when hearing experts on the stand to how labs work and which ones are working better than others. …

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Episode 8: Informants : Served on a Silver Platter 51:50

1+ y ago51:50

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This week, Real Life Wrongs examines the justice system's use of Jailhouse Informants and their impact on the world of wrongful convictions. Kelly Lauzon and Kelly Fanson take a closer look at how justice wasn't served for Guy Paul Morin, a Canadian man who was wrongfully convicted of the rape and murder of his nine-year-old neighbour. At trial, it…

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Episode 7 Part 3 : Policing : Human Element, Cops, and PTSD 55:10

1+ y ago55:10

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This week, Real Life Wrongs brings you our third instalment on policing. We examined Police Misconduct through the lens of a wrongful conviction with guest, retired Detective/Sergeant Andrew Mikolajewski, then mistreatment within the force in conversation with Heather Gray, and finally, the human element of wearing the badge. As society dissects th…

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Episode 7 Part 2 : Policing : Constantly Tested, Misconduct, and the RCMP 56:31

1+ y ago56:31

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This week, RLW returns with Part 2 on POLICING. Misconduct happens outside the force but also within it. This episode's focus leans toward the RCMP. Join hosts Kelly Lauzon (Dept of Law and Legal Studies, Carleton University) and Kelly Fanson (Writer, Producer) as they review cases of past misconduct and address ongoing compaints against the RCMP, …

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Episode 7: Policing Part 1: Look Away 1:34:02

2y ago1:34:02

1:34:02

This week, Real Life Wrongs brings you a three-parter. We're examining Police Misconduct and Policing, first through the lens of wrongful convictions, then first-hand experience of mistreatment within the force, and finally from the perspective of those who wear the badge. This first episode in the series covers the role of the Police, misconduct l…

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Episode 6: This is Going to Sting a Little 2:09:19

2y ago2:09:19

2:09:19

This week, RLW examines the "Canadian Method", or Mr Big Stings. It's a meaty episode that includes how a sting goes down, the controversial tactics that concern most justice systems throughout the world, guest expert, Partner at Posner Craig Stein, Alison Craig, Toronto Star journalist Wendy Gillis, and three real life stories. We cover the story …

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Episode 5: I'll Trade You 56:52

2y ago56:52

56:52

Have you ever seen the show “Deal or no Deal”? Well, it’s never that fun in court. This week, Real Life Wrongs examines Plea Deals or Plea Bargains (US). They have been increasing in frequency across the globe the last few decades and can play a key role in wrongful convictions. RLW guest, Allison Redlich is an expert in the field and gives great i…

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Episode 4: Why in the World 56:31

2y ago56:31

56:31

RLW examines False Confessions and how our own words can be used against us in our Justice System. Why one would admit to something they didn't do is more bizarre and complicated than you'd think. We highlite the case of longest incarcerated wrongfully convicted Canadian, Romeo Phillion. We also speak with Dr. Lindsay Malloy, Hayley Cleary, and Jes…

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Episode 3: Eyewitness Identification : Don't Blink 49:10

2y ago49:10

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RLW: This week, Real Life Wrongs and hosts Kelly Lauzon and Kelly Fanson examine Eyewitness Identification, a key factor in the world of Wrongful Convictions. Our esteemed guest, American Psychologist, Elizabeth Loftus, talks to us about misinformation, the nature of memory and how it impacts our justice system. We dissect the real life story of Mi…

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Episode 2: Tunnel Vision in Crime : Out of the Shadows 1:19:06

2y ago1:19:06

1:19:06

The eyes of the law can become fixated. Through the real life account from exoneree, Jamie Nelson, Kelly Lauzon and Kelly Fanson explain and discuss how tunnel vision can unwittingly, or even maliciously grip officials in the justice sytem and result in a wrongful conviction. Kelly Lauzon is a PhD student in the department of Law and Legal Studies …

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Real Life Wrongs : Inside Wrongful Convictions 1:00:45

2y ago1:00:45

1:00:45

The world of wrongful convictions is a living hell for those who end up in it and they can happen to anyone. How much do you know about flaws in the justice system that put innocent people behind bars? In this pilot episode, Kelly Fanson (producer, writer, and mom) and co-host Kelly Lauzon, (PhD student in the department of Law and Legal Studies at…

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The Festive Holiday Special 1:36:20

3+ y ago1:36:20

1:36:20

It’s been a hell of a year and now it’s time to drink about it. In this season 2 re-cap, Kelly and Susan toast (several times) to the end of 2020 and try to find the silver linings of this COVID Christmas. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still a Hot Mess at the Pod Plant

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Dying To Be Happy 1:25:09

4y ago1:25:09

1:25:09

You are not going to live forever and life coach, Jodi Wellman wants you to remember that so you avoid squandering your life by being on autopilot. Susan and Kelly talk to Jodi about how to feel “astonishingly alive”…even in the midst of a global pandemic.@stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmess/ @fou…

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Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff 1:27:15

4y ago1:27:15

1:27:15

Do people drive you crazy? Are you often angry, stressed out, or frustrated by things? Could you use a little free therapy right about now? Kelly and Susan review the classic self help book by psychotherapist, Richard Carlson, and debate whether it truly is all small stuff. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/…

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Show Me The Money! 1:28:24

4y ago1:28:24

1:28:24

Are you a hot mess when it comes to your finances? Have you ever wondered if the Law Of Attraction really does work? Do you know you have a “money story”? Kelly and Susan talk to business consultant/CFO, Lou Clarke, about the power of having a “money mindset”. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmess/…

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UNTAMED 1:19:33

4y ago1:19:33

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Kelly and Susan discuss one the most popular self help books of 2020: “UNTAMED” by relentless advocate for all hot messes, Glennon Doyle. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson @glennondoyle https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still a Hot Mess at the Pod Plant

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Vulnerability 1:21:17

4y ago1:21:17

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What does it mean to be vulnerable? Kelly thinks it’s a wounded gazelle while Susan dives into the research of “vulnerability queen” Brené Brown. Together they expose the shame, fear, and perfectionism that might be holding you back from allowing people to see the beautiful, hot mess that you are. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson h…

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Gratitude 1:23:38

4y ago1:23:38

1:23:38

Kelly tries not to barf at the thought of having a gratitude journal while Susan recommends some books that can ignite a deeper sense of appreciation. In the midst of this global pandemic, is focusing on abundance (rather than lack) important now more than ever? @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmes…

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What’s Self Love Got To Do With It? 1:09:04

4y ago1:09:04

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It’s a deep dive into the self hell that can arise from self help! Kelly and Susan unpack the popular topic of self love. Is it even a realistic goal? Is it worth the bother? And how the hell do we deal with that inner critic in our heads? @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmess…

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The Enneagram 1:18:19

4y ago1:18:19

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Kelly and Susan try to love their messy selves as they explore the world of the Enneagram with coach/facilitator, Karen Bonner. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson https://www.facebook.com/stillahotmess/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-bonner-a564b237/ kibonner@hotmail.comBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Microdosing 1:07:14

4y ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Kelly and Susan might be high as balls, but it took them some baby steps to get there. Self help is all over this one. This is “Microdosing” with Bryan Hardy! @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/ brianhardy.ca @BryanHardy7 http://bryanhardy.caBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Negative Self Help 1:08:19

4y ago1:08:19

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Susan tries to keep Kelly on track as she continues to crush on Mark Manson (author of The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F**k and Everything is F*ucked) and sings the praises of his concept of negative self help. Enjoy this meeting of the minds as Kelly and Susan agree on Mark’s refreshing approach to helping yourself. Be still Kelly’s heart. @stillah…

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Worry-Free Living With Denise Marek 1:10:13

4y ago1:10:13

1:10:13

Kelly and Susan talk about fearing the worst case scenario, wanting to control the uncontrollable, and how to keep CALM when things appear to be going sideways with worry management expert and author, Denise Marek. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/ denisemarek.com @thedenisemarek…

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Meditation 26:23

4y ago26:23

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Kelly and Susan agree that there’s more than just one way to quiet the mind and express their concern about meditation shaming. “How can you not have 1 minute to sit quietly and focus on your breath???” “Maybe I don’t want to, Oprah!” @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/…

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Weight Does Not Equal Worth 51:14

4y ago51:14

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Kelly and Susan talk body positivity, diet culture, and why strong is the new skinny with fitness trainer and owner of MOVE fitness club for women, Kelly Taphouse. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/ @movefitnessclub @kellytaphouseBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Letting Go 1:25:56

4y ago1:25:56

1:25:56

Kelly and Susan share some personal stories as they dive into the reasons we hang on and the ways we learn to let go. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmessBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Girl, Eat The Pizza: Roasting Rachel Hollis 1:30:58

4y ago1:30:58

1:30:58

Have you heard of controversial self help super star, Rachel Hollis? After this episode, you won’t forget her. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmessBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Put Me In Coach! 1:12:47

4y ago1:12:47

1:12:47

Kelly and Susan learn about the mysterious world of life coaching and discuss the self improvement movement with executive coach, Celine Williams. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/ @revisionary_celineBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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The Junkie And Skeptic Reflect 1:00:55

4y ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Season 1 Review. Susan and Kelly share what they have learned and how they have “evolved” from their discussions about self help and the self improvement movement. Has Kelly become the junkie and Susan the skeptic? Have a listen and find out. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/…

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Jargon 1:28:24

4y ago1:28:24

1:28:24

Are you a self help junkie, or a skeptic? Susan and Kelly attempt to crack the self improvement code by dissecting its ever evolving vocabulary. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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The Doctor Is In 1:04:35

4y ago1:04:35

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Kelly and Susan dish with Dr. Julia McArthur and hear what a therapist has to say about self help, life coaches, and why people seem to be more messed up than ever. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Spirituality With Psychic Medium Kelly Elson 1:09:29

4y ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Kelly and Susan talk about all things spiritual (including dead people) with energy expert and psychic medium, Kelly Elson. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess @kellyonwestBy Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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This Episode Is On Purpose 1:13:15

4y ago1:13:15

1:13:15

Does talk of finding your passion and achieving your life’s purpose stress you out? Does the self help world make you feel that living a “normal life” isn’t your “best life”? Do you barf in your mouth a little when someone asks you what your calling is? Kelly and Susan hear you and offer some antidotes for the anxiety that can arise out of these lo…

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The F*CK IT Revolution 38:35

4+ y ago38:35

38:35

Susan and Kelly examine this new anti-self-help movement that has taken over our precious F-word. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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What Messes With Our Happiness 1:07:23

4+ y ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Susan and Kelly take a rather academic approach and share a few things they have learned about happiness while studying the science of well-being at Yale. Do we chase things that don’t really make us happy? Is social comparison making us miserable? In the age of social media, are we being authentic in our pursuit of being better? All these question…

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Go Self Care Yourself! 1:09:29

4+ y ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Is the “self care” movement giving us permission to procrastinate and over-indulge? Has laziness been re-branded? Kelly and Susan discuss whether this emphasis on taking time for ourselves has gone too far. “Me-me-me-me….” Just warming up our voices over here. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/…

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Meta-Feelings: A Drinking Game 48:33

4+ y ago48:33

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Susan and Kelly go down the rabbit hole exploring how we feel things about our feelings as we try to better ourselves. Note: grab a drink and get ready! @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still a Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Manifesting 39:41

4+ y ago39:41

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Kelly and Susan debate whether these deals with the universe actually work. The two discuss different methods of cosmic co-creating such as the law of attraction, vision boards, and affirmations. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Still A Hot Mess at The Pod Plant

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Self-Confidence With Louisa Jewell 54:44

4+ y ago54:44

54:44

Kelly and Susan have a very candid chat about managing your “inner critic” and getting back up after life knocks you down with Canada’s leading positive psychology expert and author of the book, Wire Your Brain For Confidence, Louisa Jewell. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/ @louisa.jewell…

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Still a Hot Mess (Pandemic Issue) 1:17:30

4+ y ago1:17:30

1:17:30

In a specially messy edition, Kelly and Susan discuss how they’re self helping themselves at home. Everything from hygiene, coffee, grief, denial, and the new normal, plus the game that’s sweeping the nation, Name That Guru! @fancyfanson @susanistewart @stillahotmesspodast, and Still a Hot Mess on Facebook.…

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Cringe-worthy 32:10

4+ y ago32:10

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Exasperated by the overwhelming onslaught of self-help messaging, Kelly convinces Susan to call bullshit on some of the ideas, concepts and mantras. The harmony between these two continue as they talk about the importance of being discerning about what you choose to believe. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotme…

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The History Of Self Help 1:18:17

4+ y ago1:18:17

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Kelly and Susan take an in-depth tour through the ages of self-help right up to this new era of over-sharing. Everybody’s an expert, whether it’s in the form of life coaches, motivational workout wear, Instagram quotes, and bloggie mommies. @stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/…

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Is Self Help Helping? 32:39

4+ y ago32:39

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Kelly and Susan explore a brief history of self-help and how awakening your inner critic can trigger feelings of guilt, shame, and self-loathing. Is self-help helping?@stillahotmesspodcast @susanistewart @fancyfanson facebook.com/stillahotmess/By Susan Stewart and Kelly Fanson

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