On August 13, 1997 Howard Stern received a mysterious phone call from a man claiming to be a New Orleans serial killer who couldn't stop murdering victims. During the 17 minute phone call, "Clay" leaves several clues and identifiers for investigators which ultimately lead to an arrest; however, did they get the wrong guy? Was the phone call a hoax, a cry for help, or a diversion? Listen as Nat leads Aly down a rabbit hole of twists and turns!

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