In this thrilling episode of Proper True Yarn, we sit down with the adventurous Jarrah Ella, who shares a heart-stopping tale from his teenage years that's bound to leave you on the edge of your seat.

🐊 A Night to Remember: Dive into the story as Jarrah recounts a fateful night at Lake Placid. Under the glow of a full moon, 17-year-old Jarrah and his friends find themselves in a chilling face-off with a crocodile in the brackish waters.

🌉 Bridge, Booze, and Bravery: Hear how a casual night of hanging out and drinking on a bridge takes a terrifying turn. Discover the chilling moments when what seemed like a harmless swim escalates into a life-threatening situation.

🚨 A Close Call: Experience the tension as Jarrah describes the horrifying moment when the crocodile, mistaken initially for a remote control boat, targets one of his friends. The desperate attempts to save their friend, the narrow escape from the crocodile's deadly jaws, and the traumatic aftermath - it's a story of survival, quick thinking, and sheer luck.

🏥 Aftermath and Attention: Follow the aftermath of the encounter, from the rush to get medical help to the onslaught of media attention. Jarrah gives an insider's view of how a local incident turned into an international sensation, with journalists offering cash and rum to get the exclusive scoop.

📰 Making Headlines: Learn about the surreal experience of being thrust into the spotlight, as national and international media, including The Courier Mail and National Geographic, clamor for their piece of this extraordinary story.

🎙️ A Story for the Ages: This episode of Proper True Yarn isn't just a tale of a close encounter with one of Australia's deadliest creatures; it's a testament to the unpredictability of life, the resilience of youth, and the power of storytelling.

Don't miss this episode that beautifully blends suspense, drama, and a touch of the absurd, perfectly capturing the essence of youth and the wildness of Australia. Subscribe, listen, and get ready to be utterly captivated by Jarrah Ella's unforgettable yarn.

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