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Jul 2022
33m 20s

Mary J. Blige

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Season 1: We're All Gonna Die

Angie Martinez and Mary J. Blige instantly bonded when they first met. Angie was a young radio personality, and Mary was an up-and-coming r&b singer. The two have remained close for over two decades and are now sharing what they’ve learned about themselves and each other.
In this episode, two real-life friends sit and chat about their evolution and growth in a conversation that touches on self-love, the pain of change, facing fears, and making each day count.

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