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Catch-up with the leaders and Sophie's Good Mood Food

Season 1, Ep. 7

Katie catches up with the current leaders to see how they're getting on as they approach the 5k and the series finale. PLUS we hear from Sophie Pratt who gives some top tips on the relationship between food and our moods.


Don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you get it, and you can get in touch by sending an email or a voicenote to optranpodcast@gmail.com.

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