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Jul 2023
32m 33s

Broken Promises, Regrets, and Bad Fits

Tim McClure & Chris DeSantis
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Have you ever made a decision and then almost immediately regretted it? Or maybe you’ve been sold something that wasn’t quite what it seemed? This week, we hear from listeners who are in some sticky situations that they’re looking to get out of or turn around. Tune in to hear Mary and Chris’ advice on how to make lemonade out of lemons! The Bavarian Blues ... Show More
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