Ep. 494 - The Treasure Hard to Attain

Living Myth by Michael Meade

Jul 1, 202626:13Society & Culture

In this episode, Michael Meade tells an old story about a man whose dreams call for him to go on a long, challenging journey to find a hidden treasure of gold. The story suggests that the treasure we desire most hides wh...

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