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Why The Peace Corps Is Still Relevant In 2019

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Posted on October 11, 2019 · Peace Corps director Jody Olsen and former volunteer from Houston Darryl Alexander talk about their experiences serving abroad.

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Friday’s Show: Childhood Obesity, Life In The Peace Corps, And Rick Steves (Oct. 11, 2019)

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Posted on October 11, 2019 · On Friday's Houston Matters: New childhood obesity numbers, serving in the Peace Corps, The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week's news, and travel expert Rick Steves.

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