In 2017, the luxury music event of the decade collapsed into chaos. What was promised as an exclusive, influencer-filled paradise on a private island became a viral disaster of FEMA tents, cheese sandwiches, and stranded guests. In this episode, Tori and MyKenna discuss Valentine’s Day classroom chaos, chaotic field trips, and the rise and fall of Fyre Festival.
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