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Oct 2023
22m 28s

Simplified Speech #180 – Fast fashion

CULIPS ENGLISH PODCAST
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Andrew and Kassy tackle a big topic in this episode – the problem with fast fashion. Fast fashion is when clothes are made quickly and cheaply, so people can buy new styles often and at low prices. Although this sounds like a good thing, it’s bad for the workers who make the clothing and it’s bad for the environment. Give this episode a listen and learn abou ... Show More
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