In this best of BackStory, Nathan presents three of his favorite interviews from his time on the show.

320: Best of BackStory: The Time Nathan Connolly Had A Close Encounter

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It turns out that all good things must come to an end...including BackStory.

331: The End of the Road: BackStory and the History of Finales in America

This Friday we’re airing the final episode of BackStory, in which Nathan, Joanne, Ed, and Brian explore different kinds of finales throughout American history.

Teaser: BackStory and the History of Finales in America

In this best of BackStory, we present three of our listener’s favorite interviews from the show.

320: Best of BackStory: The Time Nathan Connolly Had A Close Encounter

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