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Sep 2023
8m 44s

Shifting Gears

Gareth Michael & Kim Jewell
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In this week's episode, Gareth and Kim candidly bring listeners behind the scenes to look at the highs and lows of the creation of the Practical Spirituality Podcast. They discuss the unexpected challenges that have come along with the podcast's production, from scheduling hiccups to Kim's recent spider bite incident!

They also share their excitement for an upcoming third season and talk about the crucial support from their Patreon community. Plans for the future, including live shows and guest interviews, are also discussed. 

The episode serves as a heart-to-heart about the real-world experience of podcasting. We welcome you to join us for this short but sweet episode!

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