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I've been asked, \"why should I go to college? It's a fair question and one that deserves a good answer. But the answer may be more than you bargained for. So pull up a chair and let's dive into the many reasons people should educate themselves.

Welcome to the Powerful Life Podcast.

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Welcome to the Powerful Life Podcast.