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After a hiatus, Carly and Sara are back with a bold rebrand. In this kickoff episode, the team catches up on where they’ve been, why they hit pause, and what sparked their return.
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Next Woman Up
Next Woman Up · Sport · English
NJ natives and childhood friends Carly and Sara chat about navigating the sports world and everything in between. Next Woman Up provides insight from industry insiders, hot (questionable) takes and the latest around emerging trends. Follow @nextwomanuppodcast for more. Instagram: @nextwomanuppodcas
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