Reel Stories

3. The Muppet That Took A Radio Station Hostage

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Show Notes

In today's episode, Rowan tells the story of a man in New Zealand who took a local radio station with a strange, Muppet-related demand. Tom tells the story of a man who is stranded in the Arctic, and has to battle the elements, wildlife, chance and his own conscience to survive.

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Music by Lance Conrad

Illustrations by Charis

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