Abducted in Plain Sight, John Mulaney, and Postcards from Jesus

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Abducted in Plain Sight, John Mulaney, and Postcards from Jesus

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Bonnie and Karen attempt to explain why the incredible story told in the Netflix documentary that has everyone freaking out, Abducted in Plain Sight (spoilers ahead), makes more sense when you grow up in church.
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Mar 13, 2019

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Abducted in Plain Sight, John Mulaney, and Postcards from Jesus

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