057 - When Debt is an Addiction.

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057 - When Debt is an Addiction.

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Nov 19, 2012

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In this interview, I speak with Linda I (psuedonym), a Debtor's Anonymous participant. The program deserves a serious look if you, or someone you know, has a serious debt addiction.

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Nov 19, 2012

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