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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Before the summer wave hits, we’re finding joy on purpose. The Lighter Side is about peace, laughter, release, and the holy freedom of not taking ourselves too seriously. In a world full of pressure, tension, and emotional weight, this series invites us to breathe again, loosen our grip, recover our smile, and rediscover the strength found in joy. Because joy is not weakness, avoidance, or fluff—it’s resistance, healing, and holy perspective in motion. Special Guest: Holbert Johnson Jr..&lt;/p&gt;
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