Imagine being jailed for for a crime you did not commit... We explore the stories of people who were wrongly accused and convicted.
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After the 2019 allegations of sex abuse against Michael Jackson, a mother's concern over her daughter's love of the pop star leads to her own investigation. The findings overturn her initial assumption of guilt, and she shares the evidence that convinced her of his innocence. This is a detailed accounting of the evidence, told by the mother-daughter team and assisted by 3 voice actors. All of the source material for the evidence you'll hear in each episode is provided on their podcast websit ...
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24: The Falsely Accused Football Star
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52:55Brian Banks was a high school football star on track to make the NFL - until he was falsely accused of rape. He spent over five years in prison and served five years on parole - until his accuser was secretly recorded admitting the truth. Brian’s comeback story - including finally playing in the NFL - was turned into a Hollywood movie. He is interv…
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23: The Godfather of Innocence
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42:10Barry Scheck might be best known for being part of OJ Simpson's winning defence team. But his work as the godfather of The Innocence Project has had worldwide impact for thousands of people who have been wrongly convicted. He changed the way that DNA was used to prosecute and prove innocence. Now he’s devoting much of this time to looking at the wa…
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Would you ever have thought that the music you listen to could be used to convict you of a crime? The organisation Art Not Evidence wants to stop the use of creative and artistic expression as evidence in criminal trials. In this podcast we hear from two people involved in that campaign - Kier Monteith KC and Elli Brazill. Both Keir and Elli believ…
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21: The Smells of Freedom
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40:12Dean Gillispie served 20 years in prison for rape and kidnap - crimes he didn't commit. It was Mark Godsey at the Ohio Innocence Project who helped free him. Dean and Mark talk to Kylie about the case, the hurdles they encountered, and the impact 20 years behind bars. Dean was recently awarded $45m in compensation - but has he seen that money? The …
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Dr Felicity Gerry is a star of the legal profession. She saved a woman in the Philippines moments before she was due to be executed and helped free a man wrongly convicted of murder in Australia. Dr Gerry’s main passion is challenging the law around joint enterprise - where someone can be jointly convicted of the crime of another. She persuaded the…
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19: Another Level of Ridiculousness
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45:49Nurse Kimberley Long was 27 when she found the body of her boyfriend Ozzy in their living room - he’d been brutally murdered. She was sent to prison in California for a crime she didn't commit. When The Innocence Project's Justin Brooks heard about her case, he knew she was innocent. There was no blood splatter on her clothing and the victim's time…
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18: The 'Scapegoat' Banker
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46:49Tom Hayes says he'll never give up fighting to clear his name. The former banker was sentenced to 11 years for fixing key interest rates. Tom claims he was a “scapegoat” - a target for the anger at bankers in the financial crisis. He has now been granted permission to appeal against his criminal conviction at the UK’s top court. Tom talks to Kylie …
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Anna Vasquez was one of the so called 'San Antonio Four' - four women who were wrongly convicted in 1994 of the sexual assault of two young girls. It came in the wake of more than a decade of hysteria over claims of satanic abuse of children. After the Innocence Project became involved, and uncovered new information, Anna was finally released in 20…
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16: Fighting for the Sub-Postmasters
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40:58If you’ve seen any of the Post Office Inquiry that’s currently taking place in the UK, you will have heard Edward Henry KC and Flora Page. They are two of the legal team fighting for those wrongly convicted in what’s been described as the biggest miscarriage of justice in the UK. Hundreds of sub-postmasters were wrongly accused of stealing money, w…
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15: Pregnant and Jailed - another victim of the Post Office Scandal
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25:31Seema Misra was two months pregnant when she was sent to prison for a crime she didn't commit. She was one of hundreds of sub postmasters wrongly accused of stealing money from the Post Office - when, in fact, a faulty computer system was to blame. She tells Kylie about how things started to go wrong from Day 1 of owning her Post Office. She also e…
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14: Bankrupt but Innocent - a victim of the Post Office Scandal
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31:18Lee Castleton was made bankrupt after a two-year legal battle with the Post Office to clear his name. Twenty years later he’s still looking for answers. Lee, who bought his Post Office in 2003, was wrongly accused of stealing money. In reality a faulty computer system was to blame. The ordeal severely affected his family's health. In an emotional i…
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13: Acquitted - but at what cost?
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19:26Brian Buckle was sentenced to 15 years for historic child sex abuse - a crime he didn’t commit. It took him five years in prison and hundreds of thousands of pounds to prove his innocence. Brian may now be out of jail, but his fight for compensation continues. We hear from Brian and his wife about how a wrongful conviction ruined their lives. The I…
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Former detective superintendent Julie MacKay has dedicated her career to putting the right people behind bars. She solved the murder of Melanie Road, more than three decades after it happened. Julie knows first-hand how groundbreaking technological developments in policing can help track down criminals - but does that always mean the right people g…
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11: The Fight for Compensation
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23:46Every week Mark Newby gets letters from people desperate for his help. Those people are behind bars, they say they are innocent and have no way of proving it. They need a criminal appeal lawyer to take on their case - and that's where Mark comes in. But he must choose who he is going to fight for. In this episode Mark talks about how he decides wha…
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10: Failures in the Justice System
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28:21Why does it take so long for someone to prove their innocence? Criminal defence solicitor and former head of the legal charity, APPEAL, Suzanne Gower explains why there are so many people in prison now who are not guilty. Suzanne talks about her own experience of trying to free people who are wrongly behind bars. She talks about why the justice sys…
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Bonus, Rebuttal to Think Twice, Part 4
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36:22In this final episode of our rebuttal, we circle back to Part 1 in our series, focusing on how Think Twice doesn't follow journalism fairness standards and rigorously challenge their presumption of guilt. You'll hear examples of applying a "consider the opposite" approach to the Michael Jackson allegations, by asking what else has to be true if he …
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Bonus: Rebuttal to Think Twice, Part 3
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1:23:38In this episode, we present a few more examples of how the narrative in Think Twice is one-sided and slanted. There's a wider context and missing information in their stories that's important to consider, which calls into question their own theories and conclusions. We take a look at how Think Twice presents Michael Jackson’s relationship with his …
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9: Wrongful Convictions in the Spotlight
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28:16The issue of wrongful convictions has taken centre stage in the UK. The high profile Post Office Horizon scandal has dominated headlines. And the case of Andrew Malkinson - who was finally cleared of rape in 2023 after spending seventeen years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit - shone a renewed spotlight on what can happen when our criminal ju…
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Bonus: Rebuttal to Think Twice, Part 2
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1:04:24In part 2 of our rebuttal, you'll hear some examples of bias, lack of context and misleading information in Think Twice that undermines their presumption of guilt. The focus of this episode is examining how Think Twice handles the evidence in the first two sex abuse cases against Michael Jackson. What sort of fact checking process have they used to…
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Bonus: Rebuttal to Think Twice, Part 1
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21:27Think Twice is an Audible podcast released in April 2023 about the legacy of Michael Jackson. Over its 10-episode series, Think Twice focuses on the theme of why we the public are still listening to Michael Jackson, despite the allegations against him. The Think Twice narrative is that there must be something unique about Jackson in his ability to …
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Luis Vargas was in prison for 16 years for charges including rape and kidnap - crimes he didn’t commit. His life fell apart, his wife divorced him, and he thought he had no hope of freedom. Somehow he managed to hide the fact that he was in prison for rape - because he knew he’d be beaten, even killed by other inmates. But, with the help of the Cal…
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Kristine Bunch was wrongly sent to prison for arson and the murder of her 3-year-old son. She spent 17 years behind bars for a crime she didn’t commit. Pregnant when she was convicted, she describes how horrendous it was saying goodbye to her baby just hours after he was born, making the most of life in prison - and her relentless fight for innocen…
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6: The Post Office Scandal
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27:49It's described as the most widespread miscarriage of justice in UK history - more than 700 post office branch managers were given criminal convictions when faulty accounting software made it look as though money was missing from their sites.Tom Hedges was one of those who faced a prison sentence.Kylie speaks to Tom about how his once quiet life tur…
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Rebuttal to The New York Times Documentary 'Sin Eater'
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24:12In this bonus episode of the podcast, we critique the use of Michael Jackson in The New York Times Presents documentary series entitled, "Sin Eater." "Sin Eater" is a 2-part documentary about the shady legacy of Anthony Pellicano, a Hollywood private investigator most active in the 1990s. The documentary promotion page says about Pellicano: "Hollyw…
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Summarizing the Cases: "It's Time for Me to Get Mine"
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1:07:09Up to this point in the podcast, we’ve been focusing on each sex abuse case separately, in order to address their problems point by point. But by compiling and comparing the evidence in all four cases, there are telling patterns that emerge among Jackson’s accusers. patterns that compound the individual weaknesses of their claims, and build an even…
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Deception Science: Lie Detection & Bias
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44:51How does the science of lie detection and bias factor into the Michael Jackson sex abuse allegations? With an emphasis on the deceit revealed in the Leaving Neverland documentary, this episode focuses on the following questions: What does science tell us about our ability to spot a liar? What steps do deception experts recommend we take when trying…
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Leaving Neverland Part 4: Dan Reed
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43:43The focus of the third and final episode on Leaving Neverland is how filmmaker Dan Reed continues the pattern of deceit in his promotional interviews. Through his responses, Reed reveals that he is not interested in the accuracy of his film, only the impact of this film. The episode concludes by taking a measure of how Leaving Neverland matches up …
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Leaving Neverland Part 3: Why So Graphic?
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26:06One of the most talked about aspects of Leaving Neverland is the very graphic descriptions of sex abuse by both Robson and Safechuck. It was a shock to hear these accusers spell out the specific sex acts at length on screen. These vivid and compelling details are what led to many viewers believing the allegations were true. In this episode, you'll …
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Leaving Neverland Part 2: Director's Cut
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1:04:29Leaving Neverland Part 2 picks up in 1992, when Robson and Safechuck claim Jackson dropped them for Macaulay Culkin and Brett Barnes. The Robsons express resentment that Jackson didn't take Wade on the Dangerous Tour, and are upset that he took Barnes. You'll hear about the accusers' support of Jackson during the Chandler scandal of 1993, and their…
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Leaving Neverland Part 1: Twisting Timelines
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1:02:13In this first part of the series on Leaving Neverland, you'll follow the story as it's presented in the documentary, starting with Safechuck and Robson first meeting Jackson in 1987, and continuing through 1992 when they say Jackson was losing interest in them for other boys. Both accusers present narratives in the documentary that contradict their…
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The Safechuck Allegations: "In or Around 1988"
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51:49James Safechuck is the fourth and final accuser of Michael Jackson. He first claimed abuse in 2013 when he was in his 30s, and then filed a lawsuit against Jackson. The purpose of this episode is to present Safechuck's claims of abuse from his lawsuit and to show how his legal moves are carefully calculated to result in the maximum financial compen…
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The Robson Allegations Part 2: Incriminating Emails
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47:41In this second and final episode on the Robson Allegations, the focus is on Wade Robson's legal maneuvering regarding his lawsuit against Michael Jackson's companies. You’ll hear about the witnesses he uses to support his claims, how the legal aspects of his claims reveal his deceit, and you’ll see how Robson treats his alleged fellow victims in hi…
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The Robson Allegations Part 1: 100s & 100s of Times?
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1:01:16This episode focuses on Wade Robson's narrative of abuse as presented in his lawsuit. Robson's account includes how he met Jackson in Australia, and moved to the states 4 years later to advance his career. The contradictions, falsehoods, and improbable scenarios of his account are highlighted. All source material can be found on our podcast website…
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The Arvizo Allegations Part 5: Hubris & Ratings
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28:09This final episode in the Arvizo series focuses on the abuse of power by the district attorney and the lack of media accountability in the Michael Jackson criminal trial. The show centers around the following questions: 1. How did this case ever get to court? 2. Why doesn't the public understand the evidence that these are fraudulent claims? All so…
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The Arvizo Allegations Part 4: Defense Witnesses & Verdict
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39:46In this episode, you'll hear testimony from the defense witnesses, including celebrity witnesses MacCauley Culkin, Jay Leno, and Chris Tucker. Many of these witnesses testify to being victims of the Arvizos' scamming. The picture they paint is not just of the mother doing the scamming, but the whole family takes part. The witnesses all describe ent…
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The Arvizo Allegations Part 3: The Case Against Michael Jackson
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1:01:37In this episode, you'll hear from the remaining prosecution witnesses. The state's case focuses on the following: *Evidence that this family was held against their will and that Jackson knew about it *Evidence that Jackson had employees and handlers protecting him *Evidence of molestation or suspicious behavior by Jackson around Gavin Arvizo or any…
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The Arvizo Allegations Part 2: The Family Testimony
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53:28The Michael Jackson criminal trial begins in February 2005, with the Santa Maria courthouse overwhelmed by the massive media presence covering the proceedings. The lawyers on both sides present their opening statements, and then the prosecution starts calling their approximately 87 witnesses . The focus of Part 2 is coverage of the Arvizo family te…
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The Arvizo Allegations Part 1: The Con
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1:08:35The focus of this first episode in the Arvizo series is to present the background of the case and the lead up to the trial. The Arvizo family is introduced and how they got to know Michael Jackson beginning in 2000. The case background includes details about the family's history of grift, and how the mother uses her kids in her money schemes. You'l…
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The Chandler Allegations Part 5: "If I Go Through With This, I Win Big-Time"
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20:26In this final episode of the Chandler Allegations series, the cumulative evidence from the past 4 episodes is combined and sorted to make the case that the evidence supports Michael Jackson's innocence in this first sex abuse claim against him. All source material can be found on our podcast website: www.michaeljacksoncaseforinnocence.com Twitter: …
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The Chandlers Part 4: The Sex Tape
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33:05In this final chapter on the Chandler Allegations timeline, you'll hear about how District Attorney Tom Sneddon takes his criminal case against Michael Jackson to 2 grand juries. Despite failing to get an indictment, Sneddon doesn't close the case against Jackson, and continues to make media appearances where he lets it be known that all he needs i…
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The Chandler Allegations Part 3: The Psychiatrist Interview
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34:42This episode focuses on the psychiatrist interview of Jordan Chandler from October 1993. As arranged by their lawyer, Jordan and his parents flew to New York from Los Angeles to be interviewed by Dr. Richard Gardner, who was known at the time as an expert in false allegations of abuse. This step was likely taken to help the Chandlers prepare for qu…
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The Chandler Allegations Part 2: The Settlement
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51:17In part 2 of the Chandler allegations, you’ll hear about the media frenzy after Jordan's allegation becomes public. District Attorney Tom Sneddon and police are convinced of Michael Jackson's guilt before any real investigation begins, which biases their later interviews with children who knew Jackson. The Chandlers and their lawyers take thoughtfu…
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The Chandler Allegations Part 1: The Confession
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1:11:03In this episode, you'll hear how the Chandlers begin and develop their friendship with Michael Jackson. The accounts presented in this case primarily come from the Chandlers themselves. The Chandler family first visits Neverland Ranch in February 1993, and Jordan will later say the abuse began a few months later. The controversy over the reliabilit…
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Mom & The Michael Jackson Fan
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21:12In this first episode, Sheryl and June explain why they made this podcast. June relates her experience as a Michael Jackson fan, and shares some of the difficult situations that arose in the wake of the Leaving Neverland documentary release. Sheryl presents her motivations behind researching the claims of Leaving Neverland, and offers her top 7 tak…
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In this trailer, you'll meet your hosts, Sheryl & June, and find out why this mother and daughter teamed up to create a podcast about the Michael Jackson sex abuse allegations. You'll hear about June's fandom of Michael Jackson, and her mom's worry after these accusations came out publicly. They explain how the podcast is evidence-based, narrated w…
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BONUS: The Secret Barrister
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15:10An interview with the UK's famous - and anonymous - "Secret Barrister".More links and details at https://www.innocence.fm/The Innocence Podcast tarafından oluşturuldu
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5: Life After a Death Sentence
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36:34Sonia Jacobs and Peter Pringle are a husband and wife with a bond like no other. They both spent years on death row for crimes they didn’t commit.More links and details at https://www.innocence.fm/The Innocence Podcast tarafından oluşturuldu
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4: Innocent Until Proven Guilty?
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30:20Liam Allan’s life was turned upside down when he was falsely accused of rape.It wasn’t for another two years that tens of thousands of text messages proved his innocence. Why did it take so long?More links and details at https://www.innocence.fm/The Innocence Podcast tarafından oluşturuldu
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3: Righting Wrongful Convictions
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33:47Justin Brooks is not a typical lawyer.He has become famous for his determined fights against wrongful convictions (and was even portrayed in a movie).In 1999 he co-founded the California Innocence Project, from which other innocence groups around the world take inspiration.More links and details at https://www.innocence.fm/…
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2: The World’s Most Famous Exoneree (Amanda Knox)
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46:50American Amanda Knox was an exchange student living in Italy when she was wrongly convicted of murdering her British room-mate, Meredith Kercher. Amanda spent four years in prison before her name was cleared.She’s now a journalist, public speaker, author and podcaster… and giving a voice to others who have been wrongfully convicted.Kylie speaks to …
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