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Aug 2025
27m 49s

198 - Expression: Against All Odds

Shana Thompson
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Have you ever succeeded when no one thought you could? That’s what it means to do something against all odds. In today’s episode, Shana begins with a bear story from her front yard in Asheville (yes, one even climbed into her car!), then moves into a lighthearted pun about “bare feet.” From there, you’ll dive deep into the expression against all odds. You’l ... Show More
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