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Dec 2021
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EP152: When Dr. Seuss Has Real Life Appl...

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On this episode of Our American Stories, Stephen Rusiniak shares a story about a devastating flash flood that severely damaged his Church and then the surprising response from the community. Doug Reiter brings us the story of Ken Austin, a man who's battled deep insecurities his whole life, and would help transform dentistry into the profession it is today. This is the story of how Sofia and Deshawn went from being a childless married couple of 13 years to a family of 9, literally, overnight.

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Time Codes:

00:00 - When Dr. Seuss Has Real Life Applications During a Hurricane

10:00 - From Farm Boy to Founder 

35:00 - Couple Adopts 7 Siblings Separated Throughout 4 Foster Homes

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