KTBS: DocTalk

Jan 18 2023 11 ep. 30 mins 4
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Terri Simmons and KTBS Podcasting present DocTalk, a podcast discussion series about mental health and overall wellness, visiting top medical providers and caregivers in the Ark-La-Tex. We’ll have new episodes every other Wednesday. You can download and subscribe to KTBS DocTalk wherever you listen to podcasts. Go to KTBS.com/podcasts or KTBS Now on your streaming device to see the full interview.

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