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Scott and Jenn dive into the tale of Buford Pusser with Mike Elam, a retired law enforcement officer who's done some serious digging into this legend. We kick things off by exploring the *real* story behind Buford, who’s often portrayed as a heroic figure but might not be all he seems.
Mike shares his journey from fan to investigator, revealing the twists and turns of Buford’s life and the darker aspects that Hollywood left out. With wild tales about exhumed bodies and questionable autopsy reports, we delve into the murky waters of truth versus myth.
So, buckle up and join us as we unravel the curious case of Buford Pusser—it's a ride you won't want to miss!
📖 Buford Pusser the Other Story (by Mike Elam)
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Introducing Mike Elam
01:11 Mike Elam's Investigation
02:43 Autopsy and New Findings
03:53 Mike Elam's Background
04:34 Buford Pusser's TRUE Story
11:00 Conflicting Stories and Misinformation
13:58 Museum Narratives vs Reality
21:44 Buford Pusser's Elections and Term Limits
26:35 The Louise Hathcock Murder Case
39:38 The Ambush Incident and Pauline's Death
49:16 Changing Stories and Unanswered Questions
51:45 The Ambush and Its Inconsistencies
54:08 Discrepancies in Buford's Story
58:00 Identifying the Ambushers
01:01:56 Buford's Fatal Accident
01:05:11 Pauline's Exhumation and Autopsy
01:07:03 Was this the gun that shot Pauline?
01:09:47 Tours and Museum Relations
01:12:56 Beauford’s Wrestling Career and Military Service
01:15:56 Reflections and Closing Thoughts
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