The Aftermath: The 1955 Le Mans Motor Race Disaster
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🗓️ 5 June 2025
⏱️ 24 minutes
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New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the 1955 Le Mans Motor Race Disaster with journalist and non-fiction author Michael Cannell. Michael shares some incredible stories from his conversations with drivers involved in the race and helps us understand the problematic racing culture that dominated the sport during this time period. Afterwards, Patreon subscribers can revisit the board with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early to see if the verdict holds up. Not on Patreon yet? Join us below and come hear (and see!) what you’re missing out on.
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