*Trigger Warning for discussions of addiction, alcohol and drug abuse, child exploitation, and language*
Happy Halloween!!! Wyatt's back after a brief hiatus and joined by friend Frankie Sparks (@shoottheflick) to talk Dumbo. We try to bring some levity to an otherwise depressing, but insightful subject. "I'm afraid, need your aid, pink elephants on parade."
Opening Music: "Dreams from Yesteryear" by Ankari
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