Anticipating here...
I have a couple suggestions for anyone struggling with the unique syntax and lexicon of this story (trust me, the whole staff knows this one has a larger "ask" than usual from listeners).
First, if you have the time, give this one a second (or more) listen. When on audio production, I often listen to episodes multiple times, and found that this one sunk in more with each listen. It was sort of like immersion with a foreign language.
Second, I'd encourage you not to stress out too much about comprehending every word... Or even every sentence. That way lies madness.
Consider it like you would a Shakespeare play. When I see Shakespeare performed, I'm not picking up every word, but I still get what's happening because of the performance - the tone and the way certain bits are stressed (which, if I can brag, I think Tren nails. His reading really aids comprehension).
Let it wash over you like Shakespeare... Or an abstract or impressionist painting. I think it will take on more meaning if you take a step back and squint a little.
And if it's not your bag... Well, that's ok, too.
Adam