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In conversation with TikTok sensation Sister Monica Clare

Season 3, Ep. 27

This week, we have a short, fun conversation with the funny and radically refreshing Sister Monica Clare. On Sunday, September 25th, our show host Jamie Yuenger welcomes you to our podcast's first live event. Sister Monica is our special guest. Our theme is MAJOR LIFE CHANGES. This episode gives you a taste for how wonderful Sister Monica is and why you might like to buy a ticket and join us. Ticket info below.

 

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This episode was produced by Jamie Yuenger and Piet Hurkmans.

 

Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions.

 

Photo Sister Monica by Mackenzie Stroh

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