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Jul 2019
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017 - Chats with Shana: About Me, the Po...

Shana Thompson
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This is the first of some bonus episodes I've decided to add about me, my thoughts and plans for the podcast. Want to take your learning further? ⭐ ⁠⁠Visit the website⁠⁠ for more learning materials. You’ll also find the Academy there, where you can access bonus content for this episode (formerly the Classroom). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas ... Show More
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