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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[We are talking about our experience with rehab. A compassionate and real take on getting and staying sober.Join Rachel and Camilla on their journey, how they got sober and how they stay sober - and so much more.  ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Topic - What was the hardest part of stopping drinking? A compassionate and real take on getting and staying sober.Join Rachel and Camilla on their journey, how they got sober and how they stay sober - and so much more.  ]]></itunes:summary>
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