When Ugly Doesn’t Mean What You Think it Means
All Ears English Podcast

When Ugly Doesn’t Mean What You Think it Means

B1IntermediateOctober 22, 202618 min
  • Language learning

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This is an All Ears English podcast episode 2709, when ugly doesn't mean what you think it means. Welcome to the All Ears English podcast downloaded more than 200 million times. Are you feeling stuck with your English? We'll show you how to become fearless and fluent by focusing on connection, not perfection with your American host, Aubrey Carter, the IELTS whiz.

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