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Folk News and the Haunted Old Alton Bridge (Goatman's Bridge Series)

Folk News and the Haunted Old Alton Bridge (Goatman's Bridge Series)

Update: 2022-08-26

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A look at what urban legends, especially the Goatman's Bridge urban legends, do in society, including urban legends as "folk news." Plus, some possible debunkings of some of the Old Alton Bridge phenomena.

Content note: This episode contains discussions of white supremacist hate groups.

Highlights include:
• Reflections on the legends on the bridge
• Debunkings and hoaxers
• A haunted house that operates near the bridge

Check out the shownotes for sources and more.

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