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Maury Island UFO, the Great Emu War,and an Exploding Whale

July 17, 2025 • Wes Guay & Beth Guay • Episode 168

Beth explores the many layers of the intriguing Maury Island UFO incident. Wes examines the Great Emu War of 1932. Plus, there's an exploding whale thrown in.

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