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May 2018
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Jesse James

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Jesse James was one of the most iconic American outlaws of all time. He made a name for himself robbing trains, banks, and stealing horses. Is it possible that his abandonment by male role models during childhood gave rise to Jesse James's extreme bad boy persona?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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