# 90% Of Online Coaches Would Fail A Background Check | Social Proof Podcast

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Podcast: [Social Proof Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/social-proof-podcast-680167)
Published: 2026-03-21T12:00:56+00:00
Episode link: https://redcircle.com/shows/a9b2dcd3-056f-4771-a45c-257dfa7193fc/episodes/c3a6243b-f518-45e3-aca3-8cf488af3abf
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