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Jul 9
2h 25m

Dr. K Answers Your Difficult Voicemails

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In this episode, Dr. K dives into real voicemails sent in by viewers—many deeply personal, sometimes challenging. You’ll hear him respond in real-time, offering coaching, empathy, and razor-sharp insight. It’s honest, human, and often very powerful. Highlights include: Live coaching on issues listeners brought in anonymously Emotional moments whe ... Show More
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