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The Secret Room | True Stories

Ben Hamm

I Sold My Body to Save My Horse

NOV 18, 202555 MIN
The Secret Room | True Stories

I Sold My Body to Save My Horse

NOV 18, 202555 MIN

Description

In a single day Nikki nearly lost her job, got evicted, and her horse nearly died. She turned to the only work she could think of to get back on her feet…and no one knows.

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PICTURES

See pictures of Nikky and her horse!

They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X. Handle: @secretroompod.

YOUTUBE

The Secret Room is now on YouTube!

THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Amber's mother was highly regarded in their community, the very embodiment of leadership and trust. But to Amber her mom was an entirely different woman, one who wouldn't protect her from from something terrible. No one would suspect how this respected leader and mom shaped Amber's childhood, the effects of which linger on well after her passing. Host: Susie Lark.

The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!

ALL OUR SPONSORS

See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes

FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page! Just ask to join, all are welcome. :)

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PODCAST TEAM

Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder.

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