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450 - Only Judgments

My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

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Chaos at Altamont: The Untold Story

This chapter explores the tumultuous events leading up to the infamous Altamont Free Concert in 1969, where cultural upheaval and chaotic planning collided. It focuses on the impact of the concert on attendees, particularly Meredith Hunter, revealing the societal tensions that marked this pivotal moment in music history. The narrative highlights the controversial decision to employ the Hells Angels as security, foreshadowing the dark turn of events that would come to define the event.

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