Episode 4.12 - The Switcher

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Episode 4.12 - The Switcher

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Aug 29, 2013

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Putting Dr. Caligari’s plan into action, Vice President Davenport visits the Power Management station. Will the Switcher deliver the power he needs to save the city, or will he choose callous self-interest over the good of the Company?

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Aug 29, 2013

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Our Fair City is a campy, post-apocalyptic audio drama, produced by HartLife NFP in Chicago, IL. Learn more at www.ourfaircity.com

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Episode 4.12 - The Switcher

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