Strange Country Episode 26: Warren G. Harding
Feb 1, 2018
Warren G. Harding is usually the first on the list of worst presidents....until now. But what is really strange is his death. Or is it? Co-hosts Beth and Kelly explore the death of Harding and dispel the myth that his wife had anything to do with although Kelly wouldn't blame her if she did. The bigger mystery is who is Jerry???
Theme music: Resting Place by A Cast of Thousands
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