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Oct 2024
19m 28s

Word Power | Gravity, Ghost Ships, the G...

Danny Ballan
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What do gravity, a haunted ship, a betrayed princess, addiction, and existential literature have in common? They all come alive in today’s episode of English Plus Podcast! Join Danny as we explore the invisible force that shapes the universe, uncover the terrifying legend of the S.S. Ourang Medan, delve into betrayal and justice in The Goose Girl, debate whe ... Show More
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