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Garnett's eloquent prose captures the essence of struggle and aspiration, resonating with anyone who has faced the crossroads of choice in their own life. As we navigate our modern challenges, the enduring messages of resilience and the quest for purpose in "Go She Must!" remain profoundly relevant, encouraging listeners to embrace their journeys with courage and conviction.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73906359</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73906359/go_she_must_david_garnett.mp3" length="141644578" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Willa Cather</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Go She Must!" by David Garnett invites listeners into a world where the complexities of human desire and the inevitability of fate intertwine. 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