About this episode

Ann considers leaving Costa Rica as the story of the Benders and their former head of security unfolds amidst reflections on a shocking narrative.

Ann contemplates leaving Costa Rica forever. A drug bust and a prison visit lead to speculation about the Benders’ former head of security and his role in events. Everyone drawn into the couple’s orbit reflects on this shocking story. The final chapter revisits the jungle house, now abandoned, and the mysteries that refuse to die. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• mysterious death
• drug bust
• prison visit
• security role
• abandoned house
• speculation
• reflection

Keywords

• Costa Rica
• drug bust
• Benders
• security
• abandoned house
• mystery
• prison visit
• speculation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Benders

Places: Costa Rica, jungle house

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