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Based on a True Story

Based on a True Story

Auteur(s): Dan LeFebvre
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We've all seen movies that claim to be 'based on a true story', but have you ever wondered how accurate they are? That's what we'll find out as we compare Hollywood with history.

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    Where to watch Amelia

    Get Chris's book

    Chris Williamson has an array of work with the Chasing Earhart Project, including the book "Rabbit Hole: The Vanishing of Amelia Earhart & Fred Noonan."

    Chapters

    00:00:00 Introduction

    00:00:15 Movie synopsis

    00:02:13 Two truths and a lie

    00:03:27 Interview

    01:09:02 Two truths and a lie answer

    Also mentioned in this episode

    • Chasing Earhart Podcast
    • The Aviator and the Showman by Laurie Gwen Shapiro
    • Chasing Earhart on Facebook

    Support my work

    • Support my sponsors
    • Become a BOATS Producer (name in credits + ad-free episodes)
    • Join the BOATS Discord
    • Get the BOATS email newsletter
    • Email me: dan@basedonatruestorypodcast.com
    • Get my video podcasting class

    Note: If your podcast app doesn't support clickable links, copy/paste this in your browser to find all the links: https://links.boatspodcast.com/373

    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    1 h et 12 min
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