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May 6
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Plus Bites 2 | Shared Perspectives, Rome...

Danny Ballan
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Welcome to a packed episode of Plus Bites from English Plus Podcast! We kick off with English Express, exploring the profound connection of "seeing eye to eye" – what does it truly mean to share a perspective? Then, in History Bites, we unravel the complexities behind the "Fall of Rome," questioning if it was a sudden collapse or a slow decay. Pep Talks discusses building resilience, offering practical ways to bounce back from life's knockdowns.

Mythbuster tackles a common saying: Is all publicity really good publicity? Gods and Heroes introduces us to the powerful Inuit sea goddess Sedna, exploring her dramatic origin and connection to the natural world. In Philosophy Nuggets, we question reality itself – how do we know what's real? Questions That Matter delves into the often-heard advice "just be yourself," asking what authenticity truly means.

What They Said shares the profound wisdom of the proverb, "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." Science Sparks reveals the incredible world of your human microbiome – you're an ecosystem! Unsolved Mysteries investigates the baffling phenomenon of ball lightning. Word of the Day illuminates "Solstice," exploring its celestial and personal meanings. Finally, Why It Happens explains the science behind why your coffee suddenly boils over.

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