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May 2021

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The Sleepy History of the Pony Express (...

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The Sleepy History of the Pony Express

Tonight, we go back in time once again for another Sleepy History story. This time, we'll trace the short, yet exciting history of the famous American mail service, the Pony Express. 😴

Sound design: horse hooves, desert ambiance. 🐴🌵

Narrator: TK Kellman

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