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Petit: Growth and Gratitude

Season 1, Ep. 73

In this episode, Arielle Thomas shares her recent experiences and personal growth journey, reflecting on her decision to focus on self-care and sobriety, sacrifice profit, and go all in on this podcast. She discusses the importance of building a strong team for her podcast and production company, navigating financial challenges, and embracing creativity. Arielle emphasises the significance of community engagement and looks forward to future plans for the podcast, including international guests and new content.


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