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Aug 7
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The Portal on Your Nightstand: What If Y...

Danny Ballan
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What if the cover of your favorite book was actually a door? A portal to another world, another time, another life? In this episode, we're not just talking about reading; we're talking about entering. We'll explore which literary worlds we'd visit, the characters we'd befriend (or avoid!), and the trouble we'd inevitably cause. Would you warn a tragic hero, join a quest, or just find a quiet corner in a magical cafe? This is a journey into the heart of why we love stories and an invitation to unleash your own imagination to transform the world around you. Get ready to turn the page on reality.

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