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Why Not #DoBoth with Kellie Sbrocchi
by Kellie Hall Sbrocchi
Welcome to Why Not #DoBoth—the podcast where we challenge the status quo, shatter stereotypes, and crush the belief that you can’t pursue your biggest dreams while balancing life’s demands. Each episode brings you empowered guests who share their tips, tricks, and personal stories of navigating ambition, overcoming challenges, and doing both. From balancing careers and passions to redefining success and breaking societal norms, we’re here to inspire you to take charge of your journey. Let’s celebrate the messy, embrace the wins, and figure it out together. Why not #DoBoth?
Episodes
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Do You Have to Choose Between Purpose & Profit? Using Entrepreneurship to Fight Human Trafficking & Empowering Survivors (ft. Brandi Voth, Speaker, Founder & CEO of The Power Hat Co.)
What if the biggest lie we've been told is that we have to choose between making an impact & making an income? Between following our faith & building a successful business? In this special bonus episode of Why Not #DoBoth™, Kellie sits down with returning guest Brandi Voth to challenge the idea...
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Is Your Career Worth Your Personal Life? Finding Balance in Military Medicine (Ft. Kaiti Walter, PA-C)
Can you build an incredible career without sacrificing your personal life? Is putting your profession first always worth it? And what does “having it all” actually look like when you’re serving in the military, working in emergency medicine, and trying to build a life you love outside of work?...
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Your Story Matters: Why the Military Needs Better Storytelling in the Social Media Age (ft. Jarred Reid-Dixon, Navy Public Affairs Officer)
What if one of the military's greatest recruiting, mentorship, & leadership tools is already in our hands? Kellie sits down with one of her closest friends, Lieutenant Commander (Sel) Jarred Reid-Dixon. The two have known each other since 2013, when they first met through the Naval Academy, and...
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Why I Left Air Force Intelligence to Chase the Dream I Couldn’t Ignore & How to Know When It’s Time! (Ft. Maria Volodkevich, Author, & Nonprofit Leader)
What if the career you worked so hard to build no longer feels like the life you're meant to live? We have Air Force Academy graduate, former AF intelligence officer, entrepreneur, author, & nonprofit leader Maria Volkevich for an honest conversation about leaving the military, reinventing...
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MY BFFS TELL ALL! What it's really like to be Friends with Me! ft. Close friends Demi & Taylor [FBF]
Flashback Friday! You know the content creator, the military officer, the podcast host, and the woman chasing big dreams—but how well do you really know Kellie? Social media only tells part of the story. It captures the highlights, the milestones, and the polished moments, but it doesn't always...
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Why You're Afraid to Talk to Your Boss (And How to Change It!) Ft. Debra Roberts, Workplace Communication Expert & Author
Have you ever rehearsed a conversation with your boss a dozen times, only to never actually have it? Whether it's asking for a promotion, setting boundaries, navigating conflict, or simply speaking up in a meeting, difficult workplace conversations can feel intimidating—especially for younger...
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She Wins with Kellie Sbrocchi | Naval Officer, Influencer, Podcaster & Former Pageant Competitor [BONUS EP!]
Special Bonus Episode! The tables are turned as host Kellie Sbrocchi joins host Heather Sumlin on the She Wins podcast for an honest conversation about building a life that refuses to fit into just one box. How do you balance military service, leadership, content creation, entrepreneurship…
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Leadership Starts with Caring: Tips for Young Leaders People Actually Want to Follow (Ft. LTC Amanda Pelkowski, ROTC Commander, University of Texas)
What if the best leaders aren't the ones with all the answers, but the ones who care enough to ask the right questions? Leadership isn't about having a title. It's about how you show up for people every single day. In this annual catch-up conversation, Kellie sits down with returning guest…
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You Are More Than ONE Thing: Define What 'Doing Both' Means to You & Ditch Imposter Syndrome ft. Calle Foster, Life & Leadership Coach (FBF)
Plot twist: You're already doing both. We're stuck in outdated either/or thinking—especially women navigating “career or family” expectations, and younger generations pressured to maintain one-dimensional personal brands. This black-and-white mindset fuels creativity. In this episode of Why Not...
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Catch Up With Kellie!! My MBA, IVF Mindset & Finding a Healthier Relationship with Social Media
Grab your coffee- let’s catch up!! Kellie sits down for what feels less like a podcast and more like an audio note to a friend aka YOU!! From finishing her MBA and preparing for a major career transition to navigating IVF, family planning, and the reality of balancing ambition with personal...
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How to Open Your Heart to Others' Experiences (FBF)
FLASHBACK FRIDAY! Originally aired June 7, 2020. Some conversations age well because the lessons behind them are timeless. In this episode, Kellie reflects on the importance of listening, empathy, and taking the time to understand experiences different from our own. While this conversation was...
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Turning Hardship into Hope: Your Beginning Doesn't Define Your Becoming (ft. Brittney Putman, Miss Ohio 2026 Volunteer)
What if the circumstances you were born into didn't determine the future you were capable of creating? This week's episode is a special one. As Brittany Putman, Miss Ohio Volunteer 2026, takes the stage at Miss Volunteer America this week, I couldn't think of a better time to share her story!...
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How to Stop Comparing, Erase Self-Doubt, & Build Confidence (FBF)
We all do it—compare. Whether it’s careers, relationships, or milestones, it’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind when you measure your worth against someone else’s highlight reel. But what if confidence isn’t about keeping up—it’s about showing up as you? Originally aired April 2020 from…
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[BONUS EP!] How Kellie Sbrocchi Is Inspiring Others to “Do Both” (Interview on "Mission Matters" Business Podcast by Adam Torres)
BONUS EPISODE! This week on Why Not #DoBoth, we're sharing a special bonus episode featuring Kellie's recent appearance on "Mission Matters" with host Adam Torres. In this candid 17-minute conversation, Kellie shares the story behind the Why Not #DoBoth Podcast, how a disappointing setback...
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Tips for Resolving Conflict with Your Partner ft. Sam Hardy, Marriage & Family Therapist (FBF)
What if the biggest thing standing between you and healthier relationships isn't the conflict itself—but how you respond to it? In this flashback episode originally aired in November 2022, Kellie sits down with Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Samantha Hardy to unpack 5 powerful...
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The Role Nobody Claps For: The Sacrifices of Military Marriage, Motherhood & Life as a Navy SEAL Spouse (ft. Jessica Cunningham, Mom of 4, Navy Spouse & Online Creator)
What if one of the most important roles you'll ever have isthe one nobody sees? In this episode, Kellie sits down with Jessica Cunningham, military spouse, mom of four, content creator, and co-founder of the viral social media platform @theCaptandJess, for a candid conversation about marriage,...
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How I Organize my Multi-Passionate Lifestyle (FBF)
“You can’t do it all.” “You just don’t have the time.” Kellie has heard these excuses countless times whenever people talk about why they aren’t pursuing their passions, interests, or goals. But she has never accepted them as limitations. From a young age, she made the decision to fully pursue…
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Become the Woman You Needed to See: Leadership, Visibility & Refusing to Play Small (ft. Angelena Garland, U.S. Army Captain)
What if the dreams you thought were “too big” were actually preparing you for your purpose all along? In this episode, Kellie interviews Angelena C. Garland, Army Captain, leader, mentor, and social media brand ambassador, for a conversation about ambition, identity, leadership, and refusing to...
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Steps to Become a More Confident Leader (FBF)
Confidence isn’t something people are born with — it’s something they build. This week’s Flashback Friday episode takes us back to October 2022, as we celebrate Kellie’s 12-year Active Duty Navy anniversary THIS SATURDAY! In this episode, Kellie shares her personal leadership journey and how...
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From Naval Officer to Hollywood: Making Time for the Passion You Can’t Ignore (ft. Rylan Tuohy, Viral Sensation, Writer, Director, Naval Academy Grad)
Most people wait until life slows down to pursue what they love. Rylan built a filmmaking career in the middle of one of the most demanding environments in the country. Before content creation was a career, before “doing both” was a trend, he was a physics major at the Naval Academy, making viral...
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My Personal Tips to Prepare You For Plebe Summer, Navy Boot Camp, OCS, or ODS! (FBF)
In this episode, Kellie talks about one of the most common questions she’s asked: how do you prepare for Navy training? Whether you’ve just enlisted, commissioned, or been selected for an Officer program—heading to Boot Camp, OCS, ODS, or even the U.S. Naval Academy (the best university in the...
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She Didn't Fit the Stereotype, So She Changed it: 5 Rejections, 1 Calling (ft. Ange Everington, Firefighter & Founder Blue Light Health Club)
You may not expect a firefighter to look like Ange Everington: confident, feminine, outspoken, vulnerable, and building a platform online--but that’s exactly the point. Kellie interviews Ange Everington, a full-time firefighter based in England, founder of The Blue Light Health Club, and a woman...
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You’re Doing Dating Wrong! How to Fix Your Profile, Mindset & Results
I know you’re frustrated with dating, but let’s be honest: you might be doing it wrong. Your profile probably isn’t hitting. You’re either not making time for dating at all, or you’re making yourself way too available. You’re not playing the game right, and worst of all, you’re ignoring the very...
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Redefining Failure: Why "Failing" is the Best Thing That's Happened to You (FBF)
Happy flashback Friday! In honor of Kellie speaking atHarvard University today (yay!!), bringing back one of the episodes from 2020 which discussed one of her favorite topics in her keynote: failure. We’ve all been through it: we fail, we cry, and then wefigure out how to get back up again. It’s...
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How I Built My Speaking Career from Scratch (Surprise, I'm speaking at HARVARD!)
What? Like it’s hard?! Kellie is officially following in Elle Woods’ footsteps asshe shares the surreal full-circle moment and speaking at Harvard University!! - "ROAD TRIP BABY!" If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to build a motivationalspeaking career from scratch, Kellie’s got answers for you....
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Challenges We've Faced in a Male-Dominated Career & How We Grew From Them ft. Jackie Barnum Fox (FBF)
In this episode, Kellie talks about what it’s really like to work in a male-dominated field—and the constant battle against stereotypes about how women “should” act, look, or lead. Originally from her previous show, "MissUnderstood," this conversation dives deep into the challenges women face…
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Things I Wish I Could Tell Myself at the U.S. Naval Academy
Today, we go back in time to July 1, 2010: the day Kellie entered the U.S. Naval Academy and began her naval career. Four years of rigorous academics, leadership development, military training, and some of the most formative lessons of her life. But if she could go back to that version of herself...
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Stop Waiting for “One Day”: How a Doctor turned Creator Said No to Misery & Built Life on Her Own Terms (Ft. Dr. Noam Raider, Creator & Board-Certified Physician)
What if doing both isn’t a burden, but actually the blueprint for building a life that feels aligned, intentional, and fully yours? In this episode, Kellie sits down with Dr. Noam Raider, double board-certified physician, content creator, and the definition of a modern multi-hyphenate woman, to...
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How to Get Through Hard Seasons: Our Failed IVF Cycle & Balancing IVF, Career, & Life When It Didn’t Work [S7 Premiere]
How do you keep showing up when everything feels overwhelming behind the scenes? And what does it really involve getting through tough times? In the Season 7 premiere, Kellie shares her IVF journey and the heartbreak of a failed first cycle, the emotional burden of waiting, and the unexpected...
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Balancing Grief & Heavy on Hope: 2025 Reflections & Why I'm Finally Sharing My Fertility Journey [S6 FINALE!]
What happens when the year you’re celebrating is also the year you’re quietly grieving? In the podcast’s season finale, Kellie reflects on a year marked by unexpected growth, meaningful milestones, and moments that didn’t unfold as planned. She celebrates what was accomplished—both personally and...
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2 Careers, 1 Marriage: Making Military Life Work & How We #DoBoth (IG LIVE ft. Husband Austin Sbrocchi)
Special Edition: Kellie & Austin Sbrocchi’s First-Ever Instagram Live Turned Podcast! What does it really take to thrive as a military couple while chasing big dreams? In their first-ever Instagram Live, Kellie Sbrocchi and her civilian husband, Austin, sat down with Kate Williams of Instant…
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Mom, Brain Surgeon, Viral Voice: Not All Superheroes Wear Capes, Some Wear Scrubs (ft. Dr. Rupa Juthani)
What if the version of balance we’ve been chasing is actually holding us back and what if being rare is the very thing that makes you powerful? Women make up less than 10% of neurosurgeons in the U.S., yet Dr. Rupa Juthani stands in that rarity, proving that what sets you apart can become your...
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PUMP YOU UP BEFORE YOUR WORKDAY!! 4 Things to Focus on Before your Day Begins (FBF)
This Flashback Friday episode, originally recorded in 2022, is one of Kellie Sbrocchi’s most popular shows of the year—and for good reason. This 20-minute episode is designed to PUMP YOU UP before yourworkday begins! If you’re like Kellie, you might struggle with #sundayscaries, and sometimes…
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Don't Be Scared to Leave Your Small Town Behind! Blue-Collar Start, Navy-Paid PA School & Leading with Humility (Ft. LT Loren Coontz, Navy PA & Content Creator)
If you go on Loren Coontz’s Instagram, you see a stylish blonde making time for fitness, friends, travel, cute outfits, and life in downtown San Diego. But there’s so much more beneath the surface. Loren embodies the depth, drive, and curiosity of young women today, figuring things out while...
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Lean on God While Leading, Serving, & Navigating Uncertainty (ft. 1LT Genesis Effa, U.S. Army Reserve Chaplain Candidate)
Need a little encouragement to walk boldly in your calling? This episode is for those walking in faith or anyone looking for an introduction to faith, prayer, and leaning into God while leading in real life. Kellie sits down with 1LT Génécis Effa, a U.S. Army Reserve Chaplain Candidate, directly...
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Making Friends Isn't Impossible: 5 Ways to Meet New Women! (FBF)
If you’ve ever wondered why making friends in your 20s and 30s feels a lot like dating…you’re not alone. In this Flash Black Friday (FBF) feature from March 2020, Kellie explains exactly how she cracked the code. Kellie breaks down the biggest misconception she hears all the time: “You’re so…
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Stop Playing Small & Start Playing your OWN Game: Confidence, Mentorship, & Self-Competition is your new Playbook (ft. Sydney Supple, Big 10 Sideline Sports Reporter)
A conversation for the girl who knows she’s capable of more—and is finally ready to stop playing small and start playing her own game. In this episode, Kellie sits down with Sydney Supple, former D1 softball star at Northwestern, sideline reporter, digital creator, and a woman who knows what it...
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Reinvention at Any Age: Child-Free, Confident & Creating a Life You Love in Your 40s (ft. Jen White, from Corporate Genius to Global Creator)
Jen White: a woman proving that your 40s can be your most expansive, joyful, and self-defined chapter yet. Jen has spent more than 20 years in sales and sales enablement, much of it in tech, while simultaneously building a community of women who love her child-free, adventure-filled Chicago life....
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The WORST “Professional” Advice We Ever Got (& Why We Ignored It) ft. Riley Tejeck
We’ve all been given bad advice: the kind that makes you question everything, but later teaches you exactly who to listen to (and who not to). Kellie and Riley Tejcek open up about the worst “professional” advice they’ve ever received and how those moments shaped their confidence, their careers,...
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My 9-Week Confidence Challenge: Build 'IT GIRL' Energy Before 2026
Kellie is kicking off her 9-Week Confidence Challenge: created for the girls who are ready to step into 2026 with main character energy and unstoppable confidence! The challenge starts now, and it’s all about taking your confidence into your own hands and building the mindset that changes...
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The #DoBoth Scholarship DROP: Behind the Merch & the Movement!!
THE FIRST-EVER #DOBOTH SCHOLARSHIP & MERCH SHOP IS LIVE!! This week, Kellie joins the mic for a special, full-circle episode celebrating the launch of her first-ever #DoBoth merchandise collection in partnership with the #DoBoth x Mentors in Service Scholarship, a project years in the making....
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5 Things to Focus on Instead of Dating (FBF)
Welcome to another FBF episode! We’re throwing it back to 2020 when Kellie Hall (yep, before she became Kellie Sbrocchi) was diving into all things dating, confidence, and becoming that girl: the one who builds a full, happy life even when love isn’t going as planned. Kellie teaches you why it’s...
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The NYC Showgirl’s Survival Guide!! How to Chase Dreams in the City that Never Sleeps (ft. Cara Rose DiPietro, Actor & Influencer)
Glitter, grit, and a little bit of Broadway magic: meet Cara Rose DiPietro, NYC actor, TikTok queen, and real-life showgirl. Kellie chats with Cara about juggling tables and dance shoes, chasing big dreams while staying grounded, building a 300k+ social following, and using social media to open...
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THE PROPOSAL STORY!! How He asked ft. Then-Fiancé Austin Sbrocchi (FBF)
Five years ago—on October 24, 2020, at 5:30 PM—Austin got down on one knee at the beautiful El Matador Beach in Malibu, California, and completely changed my life. In honor of that unforgettable moment, I’m re-releasing one of my most popular episodes from my original show “MissUnderstood” for…
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The Power of a Little Girl’s Dream: How I Manifested my Journey to the Miss USA STAGE (ft. Michele Lewandoski, MISS MICHIGAN USA 2025)
For every dreamer who’s ever pictured themselves on a big stage—this one’s for you. Ever since she was a little girl, @michele.lew dreamed of walking the Miss USA stage. Today, as Miss Michigan USA 2025, that dream is her reality as Michele Lewandoski spends her week in Reno, NV competing to…
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My Personal Tips to Help Your Naval Academy Application
Kellie is hosting "Navy Week" on Why Not Do Both podcast, bringing back some of her most popular Navy episodes in honor of Navy’s 250th birthday! In this special edition, Kellie revisits one of her most requested episodes from 2020 (episode 6!!)—originally recorded when she was a Navy Lieutenant...
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How to Prioritize YOURSELF & Your Self-Care while Serving (ft. LCDR (Sel) Jarred Reid-Dixon, US Navy)
Why Not Do Both podcast’s Navy Week celebration continues! Kellie honors the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday by bringing back one of her most popular Navy episodes from six seasons of podcasting, a timeless conversation first featured on MissUnderstood! Remember, self-care isn’t selfish — it’s...
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My Personal Tips to Feel Feminine & Confident in Uniform!!
In the next installment of "navy week," celebrating the Navy’s 250th birthday, Kellie is bringing back one of her most popular episodes from her six seasons of podcasting — originally aired on her first show, MissUnderstood. One of Kellie’s biggest priorities in uniform has always been staying...
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How We Survived Plebe Summer: Tips, Tricks, & Traumas (ft. USNA Roommate, BFF, & USMC Major Jackie Barnum Fox)
In the next special edition of "NAVY WEEK," Why Not Do Both brings back one of the most requested episodes (ep 114) from Kellie’s former show MissUnderstood. You asked, and Kellie answered! In this highly anticipated conversation, Kellie sits down with her #1 most-requested guest, Jackie Barnum...
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Climbing the Ranks in the Navy: How I Promoted from E-1 to O-6 (Ft. Captain Billy Hall Jr., Ret. --Kellie's Dad!!)
In honor of the Navy’s 250th birthday—and her dad’s birthday, both celebrated today, October 13th—Kellie is sharing one of her most special and popular Navy episodes from her previous show, MissUnderstood, as part of a special edition of Why Not Do Both Podcast: Navy Week! Recorded back in 2020,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Why Not #DoBoth—the podcast where we challenge the status quo, shatter stereotypes, and crush the belief that you can’t pursue your biggest dreams while balancing life’s demands. Each episode brings you empowered guests who share their tips, tricks, and personal stories of navigating ambition, overcoming challenges, and doing both. From balancing careers and passions to redefining success and breaking societal norms, we’re here to inspire you to take charge of your journey. Let’s celebrate the messy, embrace the wins, and figure it out together. Why not #DoBoth?
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Kellie Hall Sbrocchi
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