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Legends 67: Northern Exposure

Duration
36m
Broadcast on
24 Nov 2025
Audio Format
other

Some stories are fascinating because they go against our expectations. And among them are a few that are absolutely chilling.

Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Alex Robinson and research by Cassandra de Alba.

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