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Apr 2025
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588: COMPILATION: Hole Stories and Under...

The Why Files: Operation Podcast
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A construction worker discovers a massive tunnel system while breaking ground for a new building. Meanwhile, deep in the Nevada desert, scientists detect unusual seismic activity that doesn't match any known geological patterns. These events might seem unconnected, but they're part of humanity's complex relationship with what lies beneath.Throughout history, ... Show More
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