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Jul 2022
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Special Announcement!

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We’re dropping into the feed today to share incredibly exciting news AND an invitation for you. Ashley Flowers and Max Cutler are holding a special event to celebrate the release of their books! It’s happening July 13th, and you can join them virtually or in-person. Listen to this message from Max to hear all about it, then go to parcast.com/cults to register!

And a huge bonus: Max is matching all ticket sales up to $125,000 in a donation to Season of Justice, the nonprofit dedicated to helping law enforcement and families solve cold cases. Go to parcast.com/cults to register now!

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