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Jon Ronson and guests examine a series of diverse stories and subjects

Jon Ronson examines a series of diverse stories and subjects with the help of contributors from the worlds of comedy, journalism, entertainment and culture

Jon Ronson On: Series 3

Jon Ronson On: Series 3: Episode 2: Waking Up From a Dream

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Episode 2: Waking Up From a Dream

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Waking Up From a Dream

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Jon talks to Jon Downes, who spent his life searching for mythical creatures.

Jon talks to Jon Downes, who spent his life searching for mythical creatures before turning his attention to something more real. From June 2007.

Waking up from a Dream

Jon talks to John Downes, director of the Centre of Fortean Zoology who spent his life searching for mythical creatures. When he woke up and realised they didn't exist, he turned his attention to something much more real, a giant eel spotted in Lake Windermere. Jon follows him on his underwater adventure.

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