Mario Fortino Alfonso Moreno Reyes, better known as Cantinflas, is considered the most accomplished Mexican comedian. But he had one secret, an obsession with mermaids.

00:00 Intro
01:32 Listener Story
09:43 Mermaid Legends from Guerrero
23:38 Cantinflas and Mermaids
37:20 Spooky Recommendations
45:52 Updates and Outro

Cristina shares two short mermaid legends from Guerrero, Mexico and then shares the story of Cantinflas' alleged obsession with mermaids. First, Carmen reads a listener story and then they end with spooky recommendations.

Video that shows more of Cantinflas' mansion:
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