Weirdhouse Cinema: The Flight of Dragons

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Weirdhouse Cinema: The Flight of Dragons

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Nov 18, 2022

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Only science and logic can save us from dark magic and dragons! In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and guest co-host Seth discuss the 1982 Rankin and Bass animated film "The Flight of Dragons," featuring the voice talents of John Ritter and James Earl Jones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nov 18, 2022

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Weirdhouse Cinema: The Flight of Dragons

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