When Elephants Fly (Halloween Edition): Seqs. 16-18 ("Clowns Hit Big Boss for a Raise," "Pink Elephants")

*Trigger Warning for discussions of addiction, alcohol and drug abuse, child exploitation, and language*

Happy Halloween!!! Wyatt's back after a brief hiatus and joined by friend Frankie Sparks (@shoottheflick) to talk Dumbo. We try to bring some levity to an otherwise depressing, but insightful subject. "I'm afraid, need your aid, pink elephants on parade."

Opening Music: "Dreams from Yesteryear" by Ankari

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