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What I Believe

What I Believe

Society & Culture

EP 5 – Richard Wiseman

EP 5 – Richard Wiseman

2020-07-09
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In this episode, Andrew speaks to psychologist, author, and magician, Richard Wiseman about what he believes, from skepticism to making your own luck to not forgiving yourself.

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