AP 802: Remember When: 2022 || Health Scares, Big-Name Interviews, and Podcasting Through Hard Times
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In this month's Remember When episode, I take a deep dive into the unforgettable year of 2022. Amidst global headlines I navigated personal challenges, including an intense pregnancy and significant shifts in my podcasting journey. Reflecting on these events, I’ve learned how embracing fun and resilience has been crucial for my family healing and personal growth.
Join me as I explore professional struggles and breakthroughs, such as transitioning to a new ad network and revising podcast formats. This episode reveals how disappointments often pave the way for unexpected successes. Your support has been invaluable, and I look forward to many more years of growth with About Progress.
Interviews with Eve Rodsky, Greg McKeown, Catherine Price, Mia Hemstad, Jody Moore, Kendra Adachi, Amelia Nagoski, Dr. Marisa Franco, and solo episode, How everything changed when I accepted my limitations.
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