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Nov 2021
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REMASTERED – Episode 16: Covered Mirrors

Aaron Mahnke
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It's time to pay another visit to the little house in Villisca that played host to one of the most horrible ax murders in history. This classic episode is presented with fresh, modern narration and production, as well as a brand new bonus story at the end.

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