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May 2023
25m 16s

Wow in the World – Megalodon’t Mess With...

Tinkercast | Wondery
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It’s Tinkercast Presents: Monsters & Beasts week and we’re bringing you deep into the Pacific Ocean of 20 million years ago to meet a beast that makes the 10ft, 2 ton, Great White Shark look puny! Say hello to the Megalodon and join Guy and Mindy for this gigantic adventure. Want more wow? Check Wow in the World activities at https://bit.ly/3V5YCgw. See ... Show More
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