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This video explores the rise and fall of exotic animal owner Sam Maza, the controversial world of bear wrestling, and the tragic death of 17 year old Brent Kandra. As investigators uncovered the truth, questions emerged about dangerous predators, private animal ownership, and the hidden risks of living too close to the wild. Subscribe to Our World: bit.ly/3xnPuGL

Sam Mazzola kept bears on his farm in Iowa. He charged people to wrestle them and enjoyed the attention and financial rewards.

This film was first broadcast: 18 Jan 2013

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