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May 2022
42m 29s

Trials to Triumphs

Oprah
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In this sneak speak episode of OWN’s newest podcast, Trials to Triumphs, host Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins has a soulful chat with acclaimed actress Sonequa Martin-Green. Sonequa starred as Sasha Williams on The Walking Dead and currently plays the main role of Captain Michael Burnham on Star Trek: Discovery. Sonequa opens up about losing both her parent ... Show More
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