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May 2019
20m 18s

009 - Expression: From Rags to Riches / ...

Shana Thompson
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Learn American English in this episode of the American English Podcast where I teach you to use the expression FROM RAGS TO RICHES like a native speaker. You'll also learn all about THE CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH.**Premium Content** (formerly called the Classroom)Each episode is much more than just the audio. For many episodes, like this one, there is premium cont ... Show More
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