CLASSIC: The World Beneath Our Feet

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CLASSIC: The World Beneath Our Feet

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Feb 2, 2021

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From hidden catacombs to wild rumors about a hollow earth, the world is full of subterranean stories. But which are total bunk, and which have the ring of truth? Tune in to learn more with Ben and Matt in this week's Classic episode.
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Feb 2, 2021

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