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On February 6th, 2019, Michael Cochran was found unresponsive on the kitchen floor of his West Virginia home. Rather than calling 911, his wife Natalie spent the day inviting friends and family over to assess his condition. Michael appeared to be sleeping—he was even snoring. But no matter how much they shook him and called out his name, he wouldn’t wake up… Written by Sam Foster, Edited and Engineered by Scott Ecklein, and Executive Produced by Michael Ojibway. View full episode source list at https://www.invisiblechoir.com/listen/americanscheme Support Our Sponsors: Acorns: Visit…
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Invisible Choir
Reach Freaks · True Crime · English
The Invisible Choir true crime podcast examines the most heinous murders through investigative storytelling, primary source audio, and victim testimonials. We aim to bring voice to the voiceless, and visibility to the invisible. Independently recorded and produced by Michael Ojibway and Reach Freaks
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