I Was a Modern Medusa #7: Containment Protocol

I Was a Modern Medusa #7: Containment Protocol

Author: Logan, Lee, Wheels, and Greg March 4, 2024 Duration: 37:55

What earthly thing can contain that which does not belong in our world? Dr. Bogus introduces us to a colleague. Barnaby has his DJ credentials challenged. Manea breaks the land-speed "rivals-to-friends" record.

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