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Ep. 116 - Dark Tourism: A Path to Spiritual Growth

Melvin E. Edwards interviews Dr. Chad Scott, a therapist and author, who explores the concept of dark tourism and its personal significance. Dr. Scott shares his journey through dark tourism, reflecting on how visiting sites ...

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