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May 2022
27m 8s

DEVON FRANKLIN: 'It Takes A Woman"

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After the tragic loss of his father, 9 year old DeVon Franklin was raised lovingly and fiercely by his mother and 5 very strong aunties. "It Takes A Woman" is his new Audible Original book that shares the story of their roles in his life and how it helped build the foundation and shape him to become the man he is today.

Join celebrated writer, director, producer, and man of faith, DeVon Franklin and me as we chat about "It Takes A Woman", family, and all kind of other fun stuff on this fabulous podcast episode! ~ Delilah

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