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Scott and Jenn dive into the tale of Buford Pusser with Mike Elam, a retired law enforcement officer who's done some serious digging into this legend. We kick things off by exploring the *real* story behind Buford, who’s often portrayed as a heroic figure but might not be all he seems.

Mike shares his journey from fan to investigator, revealing the twists and turns of Buford’s life and the darker aspects that Hollywood left out. With wild tales about exhumed bodies and questionable autopsy reports, we delve into the murky waters of truth versus myth.

So, buckle up and join us as we unravel the curious case of Buford Pusser—it's a ride you won't want to miss!

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📖 Buford Pusser the Other Story (by Mike Elam)

00:00 Introduction

01:01 Introducing Mike Elam

01:11 Mike Elam's Investigation

02:43 Autopsy and New Findings

03:53 Mike Elam's Background

04:34 Buford Pusser's TRUE Story

11:00 Conflicting Stories and Misinformation

13:58 Museum Narratives vs Reality

21:44 Buford Pusser's Elections and Term Limits

26:35 The Louise Hathcock Murder Case

39:38 The Ambush Incident and Pauline's Death

49:16 Changing Stories and Unanswered Questions

51:45 The Ambush and Its Inconsistencies

54:08 Discrepancies in Buford's Story

58:00 Identifying the Ambushers

01:01:56 Buford's Fatal Accident

01:05:11 Pauline's Exhumation and Autopsy

01:07:03 Was this the gun that shot Pauline?

01:09:47 Tours and Museum Relations

01:12:56 Beauford’s Wrestling Career and Military Service

01:15:56 Reflections and Closing Thoughts

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