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ACCOUNTABILITY IN ACTION ...... “From Prison Cells to Community Change”This week on on Turning A Moment Into A Movement, we continue our Accountability in Action series with a powerful conversation about transformation, justice, and community leadership.Host Jay Love welcomes special guest Danny Dandridge, a nationally recognized violence prevention advocate, entrepreneur, author, and media creator from Birmingham, Alabama. After serving 19 years in prison and being featured in HBO's Academy Award–nominated documentary The Alabama Solution, Danny transformed his life into a mission focused on youth mentorship, prison reform advocacy, workforce development, and exposing systemic injustice.Joining the conversation as part of the Turning A Moment Into A Movement team is Marcus Kelly, founder of Change Up Midnight Coalition” and a survivor of wrongful conviction who spent nearly nine years incarcerated fighting for prisoners' civil rights and accountability inside Michigan prisons.Together, we'll discuss prison reform, wrongful convictions, reentry, advocacy, community healing, and what it means to turn lived experience into action and change.This is more than a conversation about incarceration—it's about resilience, redemption, accountability, and rebuilding communities.

Krystal Clark & the Conditions at Women's Huron Valley prison... "THE VALLEY OF DEATH"This week on Turning A Moment Into A Movement, we confront one of the most urgent human rights crises happening behind prison walls.Join us for a powerful and necessary conversation:“Krystal Clark and the Conditions at Women's Huron Valley Prison… THE VALLEY OF DEATH.”As disturbing reports continue to surface surrounding medical neglect, environmental hazards, abuse, and the treatment of incarcerated women at Michigan's only women's prison, we ask the hard questions:How many warning signs have been ignored?How many voices have been silenced?And how many lives must suffer before accountability finally comes?This conversation will shine a light on the conditions inside Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility, the ongoing fight for justice for Krystal Clark, and the broader issues impacting incarcerated women across this country.This is more than a conversation — it's a call to action....with our guest: Dr. Shawanna Vaughn Founder and CEO of Silent Cry (non-profit). Silent Cry, IncStay informed. Stay engaged. Stay powerful.To learn more about Krystal Clark: fightingforkrystalclark Official: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook | Linktree***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4GerardTurning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Rev. Tia Littlejohn: Behavioral Therapist, Founder of the Choice Zone, G100 Global Chair G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration, Co-Chair & Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, Author, www.thechoicezone.com-Trische' Duckworth: Executive Director/Founder of Survivors Speak, Founder/ Lead Consultant of Value Black Lives, Social Worker, Justice Advocate, Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights,https://www.survivorsspeak.infoTo learn more about Turning A Moment Into A Movement:https://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...

Join Katie and Liz on this episode of True Crime New England as they discuss the exoneration of the wrongfully convicted Marvin Mitchell. In September of 1988, an 11-year-old girl was walking to school in Boston, Massachusetts when she was grabbed off the street and raped. Marvin ended up being convicted based on false eyewitness testimony and potential conspiracy between arresting officers. After over seven years behind bars, Marvin was allowed a new trial once DNA evidence proved the attacker could not have been him. The court ended up not giving him a new trial and he remains a free man after becoming the first person in the state of Massachusetts to be exonerated based on DNA evidence. 

ActionSA has condemned the exoneration of two senior SAPS officials in internal disciplinary hearings linked to the Phala Phala matter. The party says the outcome contradicts IPID findings that recommended action for serious misconduct. ActionSA plans to file a Promotion of Access to Information Act, PAIA application to access the full record of the proceedings, arguing that SAPS internal processes are failing to ensure accountability. Elvis Presslin spoke to Lerato Ngobeni, ActionSA Parliamentary Chief Whip and National Spokesperson

PREVIEW for Later Today: Anatol Lieven analyzes turmoil within the Labour Party, focusing on MP Wes Streeting'smove to challenge Keir Starmer. Streeting's timing is influenced by poor election results and the potential exoneration of rival Angela Rayner.1901 COMMONS

ACCOUNTABILITY IN REAL TIME: JUSTICE, pt. 2 Power & What's Happening Right NowThis is not just a conversation… this is what's happening right now. Join us on Turning A Moment Into A Movement podcast for a powerful, real-time discussion as we connect the dots between wrongful convictions, policy decisions, and the impact on our communities. We will be joined by Gloria Hurst Vesey Jackson...speaking on the wrongful conviction fight for her sons Trische' Duckworth...Executive Director of Survivors Speak and long-time advocate for the Vessey Brothers Leslie Les Go McGraw... panelist, journalist and advocate for justice. We're also diving into: The latest SCOTUS Voting Rights decision. The legacy of misconduct tied to former DPD officer Barbara Simon... This is about Justice! Power! and Accountability....not later, but Right Now!!Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerard"TAMIAM" podcast | TikTok, Instagram, X, Facebook | Linktree

Celebrating Rev. Jesse Jackson “Keep Hope Alive: Accountability Then and Now”This week on Turning A Moment Into A Movement podcast, our Accountability Matters series continues as we celebrate the life, legacy, and impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson — a civil rights leader who spent decades fighting for justice, equality, economic empowerment, and accountability from systems that were never designed to protect everyone.Rev. Jackson carried the Civil Rights Movement forward after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., advocating for voting rights, workers' rights, economic justice, and the rights of the poor and incarcerated. His message, “Keep Hope Alive,” became more than a slogan — it became a movement and a call to action. But this episode is not just about history — it's about right now. The same issues Rev. Jesse Jackson fought against — injustice, inequality, environmental injustice, mass incarceration, and lack of government accountability — are still affecting communities today.Joined by our guest Teesha Montague, we will discuss legacy, leadership, community advocacy, and why accountability still matters today. Teesha Montague is a community leader, event coordinator, entrepreneur, and advocate from Ann Arbor, Michigan, who has been deeply involved in community development, Black business leadership, and local political and cultural initiatives. Montague Teesha has coordinated major cultural events such as Ann Arbor's African American Downtown Festival, which celebrates Black history, business, and culture in the community. She has also been involved in business leadership organizations and community advocacy efforts. She comes from a family deeply rooted in politics, public service, and community leadership. Her mother, Christina Montague, was a longtime Washtenaw County Commissioner and even served as Chair of the Washtenaw County Commission Board, making her one of the most influential Black political leaders in that region. Growing up in that environment meant Teesha was around political leaders, community organizers, and decision-makers from a young age. She learned early about public service, community advocacy, leadership, and how politics affects everyday people's lives. That upbringing helped shape her involvement in community work, business development, and advocacy efforts today. Teesha later worked alongside her mother in business and community ventures, including operating businesses in Ann Arbor and working on initiatives focused on economic opportunity and equity.Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...Turning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: Celebrating Rev. Jesse Jackson “Keep Hope Alive: Accountability Then and Now”-Leslie McGraw: Poet, Writer, and Social Media and Voting Rights ActivistOwner, Les Go Social Media Marketing & Training (Les Go Social MM&T) Founder, Elbert Williams Voting Corner, Board Member and VOTE Caucus Leader, Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice (ICPJ) Communications Lead, Protectors of Equality in Government (PEG), Member, Allies of Mental Health of Washtenaw County www.elbertwilliamsvotingcorner.comExecutive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member

Bob is joined by several members of the University of Notre Dame Law School Exoneration Justice Clinic. Founder and Executive Director Jimmy Gurule, Staff Lawyer and Professor Kevin Murphy and Student Attorney (In Training) Andrew Zimlick, join Bob to discuss their work that led to the exoneration of Reggie Dillard. Dillard was released from prison in February of this year after serving over two decades for a crime he didn't commit. Listen in to hear the story that resulted in his freedom.Donate to Reggie's transition fund: https://gofund.me/8f6e8f8fbDonate to Notre Dame's Exoneration Justice Clinic: https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/38042/donations/new?designation=exonerationjusticeprojectThe majority of the funding of our work comes directly from listeners, through our Patreon community.  To join Patreon, click THIS LINK.  At the $5/month level you'll get access to lots of Patreon Only BONUS EPISODES, Ad Free versions of all episodes, an hour of Patreon Exclusive video content every week, and our new weekly podcast “Pre-Game”, which drops every Wednesday.  Not to mention early access to some episodes and the ability to watch and participate in interviews live.Today's Sponsor:Factor Meals - Head to Factormeals.com/truth50off and use code "truth50off" to get 50% off and FREE BREAKFAST for one year.

Everybody Ain't Lying! | Toxic Mold, Krystal Clark & Women's Huron ValleyTonight on Turning A Moment Into A Movement, Jay Love and advocate Trische Duckworth discuss the growing evidence and testimonies coming out of Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility and the fight for justice for Krystal Clark and the many women who say they were made sick while incarcerated there.For years, women who were incarcerated at Huron Valley have reported black mold, sewage backups, poor ventilation, medical neglect, breathing problems, skin conditions, autoimmune diseases, and ignored grievances. Many women say they entered prison healthy and left with serious medical conditions. For years, many of these women were ignored or dismissed.Now, testimonies from formerly incarcerated women, families, advocates, and documented facility infrastructure reports are starting to show a pattern. The same issues have been reported over many years by women who did not know each other and were incarcerated at different times.At some point, when this many people tell the same story about the same place, we have to stop calling it complaints and start asking why no one listened.This conversation is about:Krystal Clark's health and fight for releaseToxic mold and environmental conditions at WHVMedical neglect inside prisonsAccountability and oversightWhy so many women are telling the same storyAdvocacy efforts to bring attention to these issuesThis is bigger than one person.This is about accountability, truth, and the voices of women who say they were ignored for years.Because when the stories match, the truth is showing.Everybody Ain't Lying!Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...Turning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Trische' Duckworth: Executive Director/Founder of Survivors Speak, Founder/ Lead Consultant of Value Black Lives, Social Worker, Justice Advocate, Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights,https://www.survivorsspeak.info

How to Find the Evidence: Exposing the Truth Through Public RecordsTonight on Turning A Moment Into A Movement, we're having an important panel conversation about how communities can find, document, and protect the evidence when injustice occurs. When institutions fail to provide answers, documentation and transparency become critical tools for accountability.Join Jay Love and the panel as they discuss how everyday people can gather information, demand records, and ensure the truth isn't buried when justice is on the line.Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...Turning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Rev. Tia Littlejohn: Behavioral Therapist, Founder of the Choice Zone, G100 Global Chair G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration, Co-Chair & Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, Author, www.thechoicezone.com-Marcus Kelly: The Founder of Change Up, an organization led by the formerly incarcerated to end the big business and dehumanize policies of the prison industry. A victim of wrongful conviction Marcus spent nearly 9 years in prison. While incarcerated, he used his voice to fight for the civil rights of prisoners and successfully organized a hunger strike which led to the cancellation of Aramark's contract due to them serving food spoiled with maggots to inmates. He also successfully fought for education and job training and filed a successful prisoner civil rights complaint against the MDOC. https://www.thechangeup.org

"Justice Starts Before the Courtroom" ...w/ Attorney Courtney TeasleyIn this powerful LIVE episode of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, host Jay Love is joined by Attorney Courtney Teasley, Legal Disruptor and Justice Strategist, for a critical conversation on Prevention, Protection, and Power!Too often, our communities are forced to react after harm has already been done. In this episode, we break down how justice truly begins long before an arrest, charge, or courtroom appearance. Attorney Teasley shares practical tools on how to document your experiences, understand your rights, advocate for yourself, and avoid being trapped in systems designed to silence and control.We also connect this conversation to real-time accountability issues, including the ongoing crisis surrounding Krystal Clark and the conditions at Women's Huron Valley, highlighting why early intervention and transparency are matters of life and death.This episode is for anyone who wants to move from survival to strategy — and from awareness to action.Courtney Teasley, Esq.D.A.M.M. Defender & CEOhttps://emeffen.comTurning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4GerardTurning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Leslie McGraw: Poet, Writer, and Social Media and Voting Rights Activist Owner, Les Go Social Media Marketing & Training (Les Go Social MM&T) Founder, Elbert Williams Voting Corner, Board Member and VOTE Caucus Leader, Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice (ICPJ) Communications Lead, Protectors of Equality in Government (PEG), Member, Allies of Mental Health of Washtenaw County www.elbertwilliamsvotingcorner.com"TAMIAM" podcast | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

There are cases that make people question everything they thought they knew about how justice works — and then there are cases like these. The names Brendan Dassey and Kimberly Long have been argued over in courtrooms, in living rooms, and in comment sections for years, by people who cannot let go of the nagging sense that something went terribly wrong. And wrapped around both of their stories is a question that researchers, attorneys, and psychologists have spent decades trying to answer — one that sounds simple until you really sit with it.*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*Take the Weird Darkness Survey: https://take.supersurvey.com/QGZCRXPVSIN THIS EPISODE: In 2007, a sixteen-year-old boy was tried and convicted as an adult for the assault and murder of a woman in Wisconsin. But is it possible that Brendan Dassey isn't guilty as we were all led to believe? (Is Brendan Dassey Innocent?) *** After a night of bar-hopping, Ozzy Conde and girlfriend Kimberly Long got into an argument that ended up with Ozzy laying on the floor – dead. Kimberly was sent to prison. At least that's the story the prosectors told. But Kimberly fought for years to try and convince people she was not a murderer. But was she? (Kimberly's Long Struggle to Prove Her Innocence) *** The idea of someone breaking down and confessing to police that they committed a crime – when in actuality they did not do it – seems ludicrous to us. But it happens all the time. Why on earth would someone ever do such a thing? We'll look a bit closer at how it happens. (Why Do The Innocent Confess?)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:01:48.355 = Is Brendan Dassey Innocent?00:13:49.474 = Kimberly's Long Struggle To Prove Her Innocence ***00:25:59.894 = Why Do The Innocent Confess? ***00:33:46.093 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakHELPFUL LINKS & RESOURCES…https://WeirdDarkness.com/MUSIC = Songs and Videos by our Weird Darkness punk band, #DarkWeirdnesshttps://WeirdDarkness.com/STORE = Tees, Mugs, Socks, Hoodies, Totes, Hats, Kidswear & Morehttps://WeirdDarkness.com/HOPE = Hope For Depression or Thoughts of Self-Harmhttps://WeirdDarkness.com/NEWSLETTER = In-Depth Articles, Memes, Weird DarkNEWS, Videos & Morehttps://WeirdDarkness.com/AUDIOBOOKS = FREE Audiobooks Narrated By Darren Marlar SOURCES and RESOURCES:“Is Brendan Dassey Innocent?” by Colleen Conroy” for Unspeakable Crimes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yfvmdf9c“Kimberly's Long Struggle To Prove Her Innocence” by Maggie Clancy for Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/36dwdcuy“Why Do The Innocent Confess?” by Lea Rose Emery for Unspeakable Crimes: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bjtvenfv=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: August 04, 2021EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/TheConfessionTrapABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: #WeirdDarkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all things strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold cases, conspiracy theories, and more. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “20 Best Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a blend of “Coast to Coast AM”, “The Twilight Zone”, “Unsolved Mysteries”, and “In Search Of”.DISCLAIMER: Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.

You Have the Right to File a Complaint: Here's How...Learn how to confidently file a police misconduct complaint and protect your rights without fear or confusion. This episode breaks down the process step by step and gives you the tools to turn your experience into documented accountability.Special Guest: Darryl Woods Sr.Police Commissioners Vice Chair, Minister, CEO of Fighting the Good Fight LLC, State Appellate Defenders Commission, Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network's Substance Use Disorder Board, Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoamovementTurning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Marcus Kelly: The Founder of Change Up, an organization led by the formerly incarcerated to end the big business and dehumanize policies of the prison industry. A victim of wrongful conviction Marcus spent nearly 9 years in prison. While incarcerated, he used his voice to fight for the civil rights of prisoners and successfully organized a hunger strike which led to the cancellation of Aramark's contract due to them serving food spoiled with maggots to inmates. He also successfully fought for education and job training and filed a successful prisoner civil rights complaint against the MDOC. https://www.thechangeup.org

“Convicted on a Glance? The Case of Kenyon Clinton and the Cost of Faulty Identification”In this episode of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, we examine the case of Kenyon Clinton, a Michigan man convicted in a case that relied heavily on eyewitness identification — despite significant concerns raised by experts about the reliability of that identification.Court records show that Mr. Clinton has pursued relief for years, raising claims related to mistaken identification, ineffective assistance of counsel, and constitutional violations. An independent eyewitness expert later identified multiple risk factors associated with misidentification, including a masked suspect, delayed identification, and potentially suggestive procedures.Mr. Clinton also submitted to a polygraph examination indicating no deception when denying involvement. Despite these efforts, he remains incarcerated.This live conversation will explore:The dangers of faulty eyewitness testimonyHow wrongful convictions persist despite new evidenceThe barriers to post-conviction reliefWhy accountability in criminal justice matters long after trialWe will break down the legal history, the evidence raised, and the broader systemic questions his case presents.This is part of our ongoing series, Accountability in Action, where we examine what justice looks like when systems are challenged to review themselves.Guest: Dion Riggen ElFounder: Free People Free people, Advocate for the Wrongfully Convicted, Over Sentenced and Mentally FrailTurning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...Turning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Trische' Duckworth: Executive Director/Founder of Survivors Speak, Founder/ Lead Consultant of Value Black Lives, Social Worker, Justice Advocate, Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights,https://www.survivorsspeak.info

Trump exonerates himself for everything and anything having to do with Epstein. Ben riffs. David Faris makes sense of the senseless. Including the Supreme Court, Trump's tariff policy and the State of the Union spectacle. David is a political science professor at Roosevelt University and a columnist for Newsweek and The Nation. His views are his own. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The West Memphis Three story is a nightmare of panic, pressure, and vanished evidence, where a confession mattered more than truth. In 1993, three eight-year-old boys vanished in West Memphis, Arkansas, then turned up murdered in Robin Hood Hills. As the Satanic Panic crept into the investigation, police chased a satanic ritual narrative and built a case around Damien Echols, Jason Baldwin, and Jesse Misskelley, fuelled by a false confession and courtroom “experts” who should never have been there. Years later, the hair evidence in a ligature knot and the Alford plea that freed them leave one brutal question hanging: if they walked out, who never got caught? Topics include Satanic Panic hysteria and a wrongful conviction built on fear Jesse Misskelley's false confession and the interrogation tactics behind it Paradise Lost and West of Memphis, and how the documentaries shifted the case The Alford plea, the hair evidence in the knot, and why the case stayed unresolved DNA testing and the long fight for full exoneration Resources and Further Reading West Memphis Three - Wikipedia The Satanic Panic - Wikipedia Paradise Lost (1996) - Documentry West of Memphis (2012) - Peter Jackson Devil's Knot - Mara Leveritt Host & Show InfoHosts: Kyle Risi & Adam CoxIntro Music: Alice in dark WonderlandCommunity & Calls to ActionReview & follow on: Spotify & Apple PodcastsInstagram: @theCompendiumPodcastWebsite: TheCompendiumPodcast.comSupport us: Sign up to PatreonCertified Freaks: Submit your job Descriptions Share this episode with a friend! If you enjoyed it, tag us on social media and let us know your favourite takeaway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We Are Back! "Let's Talk Accountability"Turning A Moment Into A Movement returns with a bold and necessary conversation about truth, justice, and accountability.Join Jay Love, Rev. Tia Littlejohn, and Trische Duckworth for our Season Kickoff as we introduce our new series, “Accountability in Action.” This season is dedicated to equipping our community with real tools to challenge injustice, advocate for themselves, and demand transparency from systems that too often fail us.We will also address the urgent and ongoing crisis surrounding Krystal Clark, whose health and life remain at risk due to continued medical neglect and toxic conditions inside Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility. Her case represents why accountability is not optional — it is a matter of life and death. https://linktr.ee/fightingforkrystalclarkThis is more than a podcast.This is a movement.This is a call to action.Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoamovementTurning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Rev. Tia Littlejohn: Behavioral Therapist, Founder of the Choice Zone, G100 Global Chair G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration, Co-Chair & Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, Author, www.thechoicezone.com-Trische' Duckworth: Executive Director/Founder of Survivors Speak, Founder/ Lead Consultant of Value Black Lives, Social Worker, Justice Advocate, Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights,https://www.survivorsspeak.infowww.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠

Trump and Pam Bondi's latest attempt to abuse a federal judge into submission has met with defeat, as the Chief Judge of the 6th Circuit has effectively exonerated Chief Judge Boesberg in DC of any ethics violations or misconduct. Popok explains that Judge Boesberg presides over a series case of civil liberties and rights violations and possible contempt charges against the DOJ and Kristi Noem, and that the DOJ or its agents have filed a half a dozen such complaints against Judges and NONE have been successful. Check out the Popok Firm: https://thepopokfirm.com Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast Cult Conversations: The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steve Hassan: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeffrey Deskovic's life changed forever when he was convicted of a murder he did not commit at just 17 years old. He maintained his innocence for the next 16 years and then, with the help of the Innocence Project, the real person responsible was finally caught and Jeff was released from prison. Now you may be asking yourself, 'Hey, how is this a GOOD story?' The answer is found in what Jeff did after this all happened: He went to law school, became an attorney and founded the Deskovic Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the exoneration of the wrongfully convicted, their recovery, and reform of the system. This is one person's journey from the darkest of places to finding and creating his own light and we gotta tell ya, it doesn't get much more inspiring than this. Today's episode is Part 2 of 2. ________________________ Steve's third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES is finally here: SEASON'S SLAYINGS! Get your copy on Amazon: https://bit.ly/3WYTPiR or Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/4hOjILR Grab the first two: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Episode 56: How Do You Survive Solitary Confinement? – features Leon Benson, who shares his journey from wrongful conviction and 10 consecutive years in solitary confinement to eventual exoneration.Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation between Dylan Carnahan and Leon Benson, the Director of the Solitary Justice Project, who was wrongfully convicted and spent 12 years in solitary confinement.Listen as Leon shares his story of being wrongfully incarcerated, what it was like surviving years inside for a crime he did not commit, and the psychological toll of losing time, freedom, and identity. In this episode we discuss:00:30 – Introducing Leon Benson01:34 – Wrongful arrest and murder conviction03:47 – Eyewitness misidentification and flawed evidence07:13 – 60-year sentence, entering prison young19:23 – False accusation, sent to solitary20:53 – Solitary confinement conditions and isolation23:29 – Personal loss, appeals denied, breaking point33:13 – Indefinite isolation, “existential purgatory”37:21 – Finding meaning through philosophy, mindset42:49 – Turning isolation into mental survival59:24 – Advocacy, growth, release from solitary1:07:07 – Mentorship, leadership, prison programs1:18:58 – Clemency effort leads to legal help1:22:00 – Conviction Integrity Unit takes case1:23:10 – Exoneration and release in 20231:23:45 – Reentry advice and mental wellness1:31:10 – ConclusionResources:⁠Exoneration RegistryLeon's WritingThis episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here.⁠

In part two, we follow Ronald Cotton from his decision to talk to police through two trials, decades in prison, and his ultimate DNA exoneration after another man, Bobby Poole, was identified as the true perpetrator. We unpack how racial bias, prior records, blocked expert testimony, and juries' overreliance on confident eyewitnesses fueled Cotton's wrongful convictions, and how his and Jennifer Thompson's advocacy, alongside over 600 DNA exonerations nationwide, has driven reforms in interrogation, lineup procedures, and the use of eyewitness evidence.Edited by Maxwell Holechek

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Monthly Spooky true crime + paranormal to close out the year: a chilling wrongful conviction case tied to a 1987 Times Square-area murder that stole decades from two lives—and the long road to exoneration when the truth finally surfaced.Inside this episode:The New Year's Eve case: The wrongful convictions of Eric Smokes and David Warren after a 1987 murder near Times Square, including intense police pressure, a pivotal witness, and the fallout that followed for decades.The turning point: How a later confession/letter from a key eyewitness helped get the charges vacated in 2024—and what it says about the system.The human cost: The psychological toll of prison, relationships under strain, and the heartbreak of support that didn't get to see vindication in time.Plus fresh spooky news:Haunted real estate and why “haunted house” can mean big bucks (and big drama).A mysterious burial site discovery in ancient Scotland.Bigfoot/Sasquatch reported near Interstate 80 (and the BFRO getting involved).Kansas City jazz bar ghosts, investigations, and what counts as “evidence.”Oarfish and omens—because nature loves a good horror teaser.The Conjuring House controversy: from “save the home” chatter to lawsuit talk and why the story won't stay dead.New here? This episode stands alone—jump in for the true crime deep dive, stay for the weird headlines and paranormal rabbit holes. What creeps you out more: a monster in the woods, or a system that can erase your life on paper?

The Cost of Corruption: Hope, Freedom & the Fight for James JonesIn this compelling episode of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, we tell the story of James Jones, a Detroit man serving a life sentence for a crime he did not commit. What appears to be an open-and-shut case begins to unravel under the weight of serious questions — a compromised photo lineup, contradictory witness accounts, missing co-defendants, and investigators later linked to multiple wrongful convictions. After more than two decades behind bars, James has not been broken. He has pursued education, earned certifications, strengthened family bonds, and held onto hope in a system that failed him. This episode exposes the real cost of corruption within the justice system — not only to the incarcerated, but to families, communities, and the pursuit of truth. It is a story of resilience, resistance, and the relentless fight for freedom. This isn't just a story. It's a movement. Sign petition: https://sign.moveon.org/.../help-james-jones-pursue-a...***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION: To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerard https://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoamovement

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“When Justice Fails: The Story of David McKinney”This week on Turning A Moment Into A Movement podcast, we shine a powerful light on the wrongful conviction of David McKinney — a man imprisoned for over two decades for a crime the evidence shows he did not commit.We are joined by Diane Bukowski, editor of Voice of Detroit and longtime investigative journalist who has tirelessly documented the injustices in David's case, and Cheryl McKinney, David's mother, whose unwavering fight for her son's freedom continues to expose deep systemic failures.David was convicted for the 2004 murder and robbery of Inkster gun shop owner Clyde Alexander — a conviction built on a 14-year-old child's coerced statements, now fully recanted, and a forced confession obtained by Inkster detectives linked to multiple known exoneree cases. Investigators threatened David with the death penalty, denied him access to counsel, and ignored evidence pointing elsewhere.Private Investigator and former Inkster Police Chief Vicki Yost states clearly: “There is no evidence linking David McKinney to the crime. The only independent witnesses described a white male fleeing the scene.” Yost also reports that even Assistant Prosecutor Elizabeth Walker acknowledged that Detective Delgreco — central to David's case — had lied repeatedly in other prosecutions.Despite multiple similar gun store robberies across Michigan in 2004, neither Inkster Police nor the ATF pursued alternative suspects. A waitress from the bar next door recalled a white couple overhearing Clyde Alexander discuss a new gun shipment the night before the robbery — a lead that was never followed.This episode digs into the facts, the failures, and the ongoing fight for justice.Tune in as we continue turning moments of truth into a movement for change.**Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4Gerard"TAMIAM" podcast | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

National Day of Prayer for Women's Huron ValleyJoin us as WE stand in Prayer for the women suffering inside the TOXIC MOLD INFESTED.... Women's Huron Valley Prison (WHV), where unconstitutional and dangerous conditions continue to threaten lives.“Remember those in prison as if you were there yourself.” — Hebrews 13:3“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves.” — Proverbs 31:8“If one member suffers, all suffer with it.” — 1 Corinthians 12:26“For I was in prison, and you came unto Me.” — Matthew 25:36We are praying specifically for:✨ The women currently and formerly incarcerated✨ Healing and Protection for Krystal Clark, who is allergic to mold and deteriorating✨ Comfort for the family of Jennifer Wallace, who has recently passed✨ Accountability, Intervention, and Urgent Action✨ Real Systemic Change***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www. change.org/Justice4GerardTo learn more: https://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...To find out about Kyrstal Clark: https://linktr.ee/fightingforkrystalc...

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Justice Unfolding: A Week of Voices, Vision, and VigilanceReflecting on a week where Michigan stood up, spoke out, and refused to ignore injustice. From the Wrongful Conviction Summit, to the peaceful protest at the Michigan State Capitol, to the urgent fight for Krystal Denise Clark and the women surviving medical neglect and toxic black mold at Women's Huron Valley — this has been a week filled with truth-telling and accountability.And tonight, those truths continue.We are honored to welcome Detroit's own Jerry Flynn Dale, who reached out after surviving a terrifying and unacceptable experience at Henry Ford Providence Hospital in Southfield. While actively having a stroke, he was confronted, threatened, and denied immediate care — all because his body, already shutting down, couldn't comply with security demands. His story is not only heartbreaking… it is a mirror of the same systemic neglect we are fighting inside our prisons.Jerry's voice is part of this movement — and tonight, we rise together.And of course, joining in is our powerful panel:Marcus Kelley, The Change Up: Midnight CoalitionRev. Tia Littlejohn, The Choice ZoneWe're diving into how medical neglect, racism, and dehumanization show up across systems — in prisons, in hospitals, and in everyday emergencies where Black lives should be protected, not dismissed.***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4GerardTo learn more: https://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoa...To find out about Kyrstal Clark: https://linktr.ee/fightingforkrystalc...I do not own the rights to the music.No copyright infringement intended. Musical Content Copyright Disclaimer (Fair Use) under section 107 Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes

Invisible Killer: Toxic Mold and the Struggle for JusticeIn this gripping episode of Freedom Denied, we confront a silent epidemic hiding in plain sight — toxic mold. Our guest, Mary-Jaqueline K. Muli, The Climate Justice Nurse, shed light on how toxic environments are not just a public health issue, but a human rights crisis.Together, they expose the invisible dangers that plague Michigan's communities — from crumbling public housing to the inhumane conditions inside the Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility. This conversation connects environmental neglect, systemic racism, and state accountability in the fight for clean air, safe living spaces, and justice for all.The episode also features a powerful message from Krystal Clark, whose ongoing battle for survival inside Huron Valley embodies the intersection of environmental injustice, medical neglect, and the urgent need for reform.This is more than a conversation — it's a call to action.***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4GerardTo learn more about Turning A Moment Into A Movement podcast:"TAMIAM" podcast | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

Faith, Justice, and the Power of Community — A Conversation with Dr. Shaheerah StephensIn these challenging times—when so many are suffering from injustice, government neglect, and systems that fail the very people they're meant to protect—Turning a Moment into a Movement brings you a message of hope and collective strength.Join host Jay Love for a powerful and healing conversation with Dr. Shaheerah Stephens, CEO and Founder of Transforming Love Community, as we explore how faith, love, and unity can become our greatest tools for survival and transformation.From the fight for justice for Krystal Denise Clark and others wrongfully convicted, to the struggles families face with the government shutdown, loss of SNAP benefits, and healthcare instability—this episode reminds us that when systems break down, community rises up.Together, we'll reclaim faith as an act of resistance, love as a form of justice, and community as the pathway to healing and liberation.✨ Because when we stand together, We become the Movement!***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. www.change.org/Justice4GerardTo learn more: https://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoamovement

She was once called "Australia’s worst female serial killer." Kathleen Folbigg spent 20 years imprisoned for the deaths of her four children, convicted by a flawed system. In 2023, science proved she was innocent, leading to an immediate pardon and release. In this deeply personal interview, Kathleen speaks about the trauma of her long ordeal and the bittersweet reality of her freedom. She reveals what it was like to be suddenly released, the pain of seeing her private diaries weaponised, and the enduring grief of belonging to the "unfortunate club of the childless mum." This is a powerful, raw conversation about survival and the lifelong consequences of a devastating miscarriage of justice. You can find out more about Kathleen and Tracy Chapman's book, Inside Out, here. CREDITS Guest: Kathleen Folbigg Host: Claire Murphy Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Audio Engineer: Jacob Round GET IN TOUCH Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @truecrimeconversations Make sure to leave us a rating and review on Apple & Spotify to let us know how you're liking the episodes. Want us to cover a case on the podcast? Email us at truecrime@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note. If any of the contents in this episode have caused distress, know that there is help available via Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking the Chains of Wrongful ConvictionsIn this moving episode, we sit down with three men who know the unbearable cost of injustice—Larry Darnell Smith, Mark Craighead, and Lamarr Munson—each of whom spent years behind bars for crimes they did not commit. Their stories reveal the deep cracks in America's criminal legal system, the trauma of losing years to wrongful imprisonment, and the spiritual strength it takes to rebuild life after being exonerated.Together, they speak truth to power—shedding light on the systemic failures that continue to cage the innocent and the urgent need for reform, compassion, and truth. This episode is more than testimony; it's a call to collective awakening and a reminder that freedom is not just the absence of bars, but the presence of justice.***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. change.org/Justice4Gerardhttps://linktr.ee/turningamomentintoamovementTurning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Rev. Tia Littlejohn: Behavioral Therapist, Founder of the Choice Zone, G100 Global Chair G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration, Co-Chair & Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, Author, www.thechoicezone.com-Trische' Duckworth: Executive Director/Founder of Survivors Speak, Founder/ Lead Consultant of Value Black Lives, Social Worker, Justice Advocate, Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights,https://www.survivorsspeak.info-Leslie McGraw: Poet, Writer, and Social Media and Voting Rights ActivistOwner, Les Go Social Media Marketing & Training (Les Go Social MM&T) Founder, Elbert Williams Voting Corner, Board Member and VOTE Caucus Leader, Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice (ICPJ) Communications Lead, Protectors of Equality in Government (PEG), Member, Allies of Mental Health of Washtenaw County www.elbertwilliamsvotingcorner.com-Marcus Kelly: The Founder of Change Up, an organization led by the formerly incarcerated to end the big business and dehumanize policies of the prison industry. A victim of wrongful conviction Marcus spent nearly 9 years in prison. While incarcerated, he used his voice to fight for the civil rights of prisoners and successfully organized a hunger strike which led to the cancellation of Aramark's contract due to them serving food spoiled with maggots to inmates. He also successfully fought for education and job training and filed a successful prisoner civil rights complaint against the MDOC. https://www.thechangeup.org

Send us a textLet's get him out! Pulitzer Prize Winner Gilbert King joins me to talk his book Bone Valley: A True Story of Injustice and Redemption in the Heart of Florida.Buy Bone ValleyCheck out Gilbert's websiteSupport the show

The Cost of a Broken System: pt #3.. "Exposing the Truth" This week on Turning A Moment Into A Movement, host Jay Love continues the powerful discussion in w/ Diane Bukowski, Editor, Publisher, and Investigative Journalist of Voice of Detroit, alongside Michael DeGraffinried, who spent 26 years behind bars before his conviction was vacated, and a new trial granted. Together, they shed light on the deep flaws within Michigan's criminal legal system, the personal cost of injustice, and the fight to hold institutions accountable while pushing for real reform. VOICE OF DETROIT: The city's independent newspaper, unbossed and unbought | 'THE SECRET OF JOY IS RESISTANCE' Alice Walker***Turning A Moment Into A Movement Podcast MISSION:To bring awareness, organize, and create content that will be a resource that will aide families, communities, and those seeking Justice for WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS and Injustice. ...and advocating for Justice & Exoneration for GERARD HAYCRAFT. change.org/Justice4GerardTurning A Moment Ino A Moment Team:-Jay Love Host: Founder and Creator of Turning A Moment Into A Movement, The Justice for Gerard Movement, to learn more about The Justice for Gerard Movement go to: ⁠www.change.org/Justice4Gerard⁠President /Survivors Speak, Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration Global Advisory Council Member-Rev. Tia Littlejohn: Behavioral Therapist, Founder of the Choice Zone, G100 Global Chair G100 Prison Reforms & Reintegration, Co-Chair & Executive Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights, Author, thechoicezone.com-Trische' Duckworth: Executive Director/Founder of Survivors Speak, Founder/ Lead Consultant of Value Black Lives, Social Worker, Justice Advocate, Board member of Michigan Coalition of Human Rights,https://www.survivorsspeak.info-Leslie McGraw: Poet, Writer, and Social Media and Voting Rights ActivistOwner, Les Go Social Media Marketing & Training (Les Go Social MM&T) Founder, Elbert Williams Voting Corner, Board Member and VOTE Caucus Leader, Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice (ICPJ) Communications Lead, Protectors of Equality in Government (PEG), Member, Allies of Mental Health of Washtenaw County Elbert Williams Voting Corner – Elbert Williams stood for Community and Justice in life and in memory-Marcus Kelly: The Founder of Change Up, an organization led by the formerly incarcerated to end the big business and dehumanize policies of the prison industry. A victim of wrongful conviction Marcus spent nearly 9 years in prison. While incarcerated, he used his voice to fight for the civil rights of prisoners and successfully organized a hunger strike which led to the cancellation of Aramark's contract due to them serving food spoiled with maggots to inmates. He also successfully fought for education and job training and filed a successful prisoner civil rights complaint against the MDOC. https://www.thechangeup.org

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The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about cases from Louisiana, Texas, Kentucky, and Vermont.NBC's coverage of the killing of Brandon O'Quinn Rasberry: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/10-year-old-texas-boy-confesses-fatally-shooting-man-sleep-two-years-a-rcna148666KSAT's coverage of the killing of Brandon O'Quinn Rasberry: https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2024/04/20/hes-forgiven-father-of-man-killed-by-child-in-gonzales-county-rv-park-hopes-boy-can-be-saved/KENS-5's coverage of the lawsuit around the child who killed Brandon O'Quinn Rasberry: https://www.facebook.com/reel/775020575499963Kentucky Lantern's article on the release of child killer Ronald Exantus after the murder of Logan Tipton: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/kentucky-parole-board-members-threatened-215858461.htmlLex18's article on the release of child killer Ronald Exantus after the murder of Logan Tipton: https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/man-found-not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity-in-6-year-olds-death-sparks-calls-for-legal-reformThe relevant law in Kentucky governing the release of child killer Ronald Exantus after the murder of Logan Tipton: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=46773WKYT's report on the release of child killer Ronald Exantus after the murder of Logan Tipton: https://www.wkyt.com/2025/10/06/calls-grow-re-examine-ronald-exantus-case-after-early-release/Pew's insights on the Public Safety and Offender Accountability Act (HB 463),:: https://www.pew.org/en/research-and-analysis/issue-briefs/2014/06/04/kentucky-mandatory-reentry-supervisionABC News on Calvin Duncan's vacated murder conviction for the killing of David Yeager: https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/new-orleans-candidates-murder-conviction-tossed-state-challenges-126317582SF Gate's article on magician-turned-quack "Dr." Serhat Gumrukcu's conspiracy to murder Gregory Davis:: https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/california-biotech-tycoon-found-guilty-21086871.phpCheck out our upcoming book events and get links to buy tickets here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/eventsOrder our book on Delphi here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/shadow-of-the-bridge-the-delphi-murders-and-the-dark-side-of-the-american-heartland-aine-cain/21866881?ean=9781639369232Or here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shadow-of-the-Bridge/Aine-Cain/9781639369232Or here: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Bridge-Murders-American-Heartland/dp/1639369236Join our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheetSupport The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Check out more inclusive sizing and t-shirt and merchandising options here: https://themurdersheet.dashery.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode Summary: Jennifer Tozer, librarian at Pueblo Community College in Colorado, shares how she created "Witch Trials: Accusation to Exoneration" - a comprehensive month-long educational program running throughout October. When traditional museum exhibits weren't available, Jennifer built her own visual displays from scratch, featuring poster exhibits, author presentations, virtual tours with the Salem Witch Museum, and discussions connecting historical witch trials to modern-day accusations.For Educators: This episode offers practical inspiration for teachers looking to create engaging historical programming with limited budgets. Jennifer's approach demonstrates how to make distant history relevant to today's students while addressing misconceptions and encouraging critical thinking.Program Details: "Witch Trials: Accusation to Exoneration" runs throughout October at Pueblo Community College Library, featuring interactive exhibits, scavenger hunts, and community presentations.Perfect for history teachers, librarians, and educators interested in innovative programming that brings historical events to life for modern students.LinksBuy the book A Salem Witch by Dan A GagnonBuy the book The Heretics Daughter by Kathleen KentPueblo Community College's Humanities Newsletter with Witch Trials History Event DatesThe Thing About Salem YouTube⁠The Thing About Salem Patreon⁠The Thing About Witch Hunts YouTube⁠⁠The Thing About Witch Hunts

At 20 years old, Amanda Knox was wrongfully convicted for a horrific murder she did not commit. After spending years in prison, she was definitively exonerated by Italy's highest court and allowed to return home to America. Today, she is an exoneree, journalist, advocate for justice and author of the New York Times bestselling memoir, Waiting To Be Heard. Amanda joined host Robert Glazer on ⁠the Elevate Podcast⁠ to discuss her astonishing story, her perspective of justice and resilience, the damaging effect of confirmation bias, and much more. Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Found: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠found.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fabric: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠meetfabric.com/elevate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump puts it all on the table to stop the globalists from getting the WWIII they want with Russia. But will he give up too much to the Europeans? Can we even trust Russia? (Please subscribe and share.)

In this jam-packed episode, CannCon and Alpha Warrior kick off with the stunning reversal of Douglas Mackey's conviction over his 2016 meme, an unprecedented First Amendment case the DOJ pursued under the KKK Act. Mackey joins live to recount being raided, banned, and nearly imprisoned over obvious satire, and why he's planning civil action against the FBI and prosecutors. The hosts then dive into bombshell news that the DOJ has criminally referred John Brennan and James Comey over Russiagate misconduct, debating whether the moves signal real accountability or just another show. The conversation shifts to FISA court disclosures about Carter Page warrants, the systemic abuse of surveillance power, and how legislative reforms might finally emerge. They also cover updates on Dr. Kirk Moore's federal trial over saline vaccines, revealing how a prosecution witness claiming the shots were “safe and effective” accidentally opened the door to evidence about jab harms. Other highlights include California's post-fire land grab to build subsidized housing, Trump's new NASA leadership, and a fresh Japanese study linking COVID boosters to aggressive cancer. Blending humor, frustration, and sharp analysis, this episode underscores why Americans are losing trust in institutions, and why exposure is just the beginning.

On June 1, 1985, 34-year-old Kathryn Wilhoit was found murdered in her Tulsa, Oklahoma apartment. Her throat had been slashed, and her body was discovered on the floor by officers conducting a welfare check. Her two infant daughters were found unharmed in their cribs nearby. Her estranged husband, Greg Wilhoit, was later convicted of her murder and sentenced to death. After serving five years on death row, he was exonerated when forensic evidence—including bite mark analysis used at trial—was discredited. Despite his release and full exoneration, Kathryn's murder remains unsolved to this day. Krissy Zarn, one of Kathryn's daughters, who was just a baby at the time of the crime, reflects on growing up in the aftermath of a tragedy that shattered her family, her father's wrongful conviction, and her ongoing pursuit of justice for her mother nearly 40 years later. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Despite the formidable case presented by federal prosecutors against Sean "Diddy" Combs—including allegations of sex trafficking, racketeering, and coercion—his defense team has not conceded defeat. Their strategy involves acknowledging Combs' history of abusive behavior while arguing that these actions, though reprehensible, do not meet the legal definitions of the charges he faces. By admitting to being a "terrible boyfriend," the defense aims to separate personal misconduct from criminal enterprise, suggesting that the prosecution's portrayal conflates morally objectionable behavior with illegal activity. This approach seeks to challenge the prosecution's narrative by emphasizing the distinction between personal failings and criminal conduct.Additionally, the defense is scrutinizing the credibility and consistency of the prosecution's witnesses. For instance, during cross-examination, they highlighted messages from Cassie Ventura that suggest a degree of consent and mutual participation in certain activities, aiming to cast doubt on claims of coercion. By questioning the reliability of testimonies and the interpretation of evidence, the defense hopes to introduce reasonable doubt among jurors. While the path to exoneration is narrow, these tactics underscore that the outcome of the trial remains uncertain, and the defense is actively working to challenge the prosecution's case.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Diddy Trial Going His Way So Far, Legal Analysts Say: 'Acquittal Likely' - Newsweek

Long time listeners may remember when this case was originally covered on this show in 2021- but it was so popular that we just had to re-do it with Megan and Jason in studio. This is the case of Anne Green, a woman who survived her own execution in a very bizarre way and all she got for her efforts was her own coffin as a souvenir.  Join Patreon here to binge bonus content! Crime Curious is creating a kick-ass exclusive listener experience | Patreon https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crimecurious Music By: Michael Drzewiecki Cover Art By: Charnell Anne Greene, The Accused Baby Killer Who Refused to Die | Ancient Origins (ancient-origins.net) 1650: Anne Greene survives being hanged, pulled, stomped (alphahistory.com) Newes from the Dead by Mary Hooper (goodreads.com) The Miraculous Revival and Exoneration of Anne Green - | College of Humanities (byu.edu) Pamphleteer - Wikipedia Hanged by the neck until dead. The process of judicial hanging (capitalpunishmentuk.org) Ohio woman accused of trying to steal a Christmas tree by hiding it in her vagina (worldnewsdailyreport.com)

Join Katie and Liz on this week's episode of True Crime New England as they navigate a historical story that involves murder, gossip, and an exoneration. All the way back in 1812, Russell Colvin of Manchester, Vermont, got in a heated altercation with his brother-in-laws, Stephen and Jesse Boorn. According to Russell's young son, who witnessed the fight, the brothers attacked his father and left him for dead. Russell would soon go missing and nothing would be solved for seven whole years, when the brothers were tried for his murder and found guilty. The brothers proclaimed innocence, and somehow, a miracle occurred when their deceased brother-in-law showed up… very much alive. 

Author Barbara Bradley Hagerty has written a riveting and important new book about the wrongful murder conviction of a man named Ben Spencer. Ben's experience in the criminal justice system and his decades-long struggle for justice expose the desperate need for criminal justice reform.In her book, "Brining Ben Home: A Murder, a Conviction, and the Fight to Redeem American Justice", Barbara tells Ben's story, shining the harsh light of truth on a system that often seems more intent on closing cases and winning convictions than complying with the legal and constitutional rights of defendants.I had the privilege of providing a blurb for "Bringing Ben Home":"As someone who spent three decades as a trial court prosecutor, I was horrified by the casual callousness that led to many of the wrongful convictions detailed in this important, beautiful, and infuriating work."To purchase "Bringing Ben Home": https://a.co/d/ab3BknOEvents for Ben Spencer and Barb Bradley Hagerty: March 15 and 16, 2025: Tucson Festival of Books (Barb only)1209 E. University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721Event #1 March 15: 11:30 True Crime: The Path to Prison and from PrisonLocation: Student Union Santa RitaDescription: True crime authors Lisa Belkin and Barbara Bradley Hagerty will a discuss a caseof one man being murdered ... and another of a man who was wrongly convicted of murder.Event #2: March 16: 2:30-3:30 True Crime: Exploring the Criminal MindLocation: Integrated Learning Center Room 150Description: Why were highway serial killers so prolific? Why did investigators lie to convict aninnocent man? What led to the cocaine boom - and bust? March 19, 2025: Notre Dame law school. Time TBA1100 Eck Hall of LawNotre Dame, IN 46556See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What do true faith and forgiveness look like in the face of wrongful conviction?  Host Curtis Chang is joined by award-winning journalist Barbara Bradley Hagerty and Ben Spencer, who was wrongfully imprisoned for 34 years. They share Ben's powerful story of faith, resilience, and redemption in the face of wrongful incarceration. Curtis and Barbara explore the systemic failures of the American justice system and reveal how the innocence movement and investigative journalism were crucial in securing Ben's exoneration. Ben reflects on how his belief in truth and forgiveness transformed his life, offering hope to others facing adversity. Send written questions or voice memos for “Ask Curtis” episodes to: askcurtis@redeemingbabel.org   Send Campfire Stories to: info@redeemingbabel.org   Resources from this episode: Barbara Bradley Hagerty's Bringing Ben Home: A Murder, a Conviction, and the Fight to Redeem American Justice Jim McCloskey and Centurion Ministries Read about Ben at The National registry of Exonerations Read the news of Ben's exoneration Listen to Barbara's early reporting on Ben's case Read about Judge Rick Magnis' belief in Ben's innocence Read about Ross Perot's secret witness payout Read John 16:33 More From Barbara Bradley Hagerty: Read Barbara's work in The Atlantic Check out Barb's website Buy Babara's books Contact Ben Spencer & Barbara Bradley Hagerty about speaking engagements: https://www.barbarabradleyhagerty.com/contact Learn more about Texas Baptist Christian Life Commission's Advocacy Day   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   Sign up: Redeeming Babel Newsletter

This week, in Oak Park, Illinois, a wild tale unfolds when woman is brutally murdered, in her apartment, leaving detectives with very few clues, until a bible college student neighbor comes forward with a story. He recalls having a vivid dream about the murder, at the exact time the murder was taking place. His dream is complete with some uncanny details that perfectly match the crime scene, including a symbolic position of the body. Is he the real killer? Along the way, we find out that a town's 50th festival should have better bands, that if you dream of murder, maybe keep it to yourself, and that DNA is a fantastic thing, when used correctly!!New episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, in Nixonville, South Carolina, when a nice couple are found, horribly murdered, in their nice home, everyone thinks it must be the serial killer, who was on the loose, in the area. Until they find out it wasn't him. Attention is then turned to the couple's troubled, adult daughter & her criminal boyfriend, who live in a tent, on the couple's property. There's a conviction & all seems right... until blood from the scene matches up to a stranger! Who did it???Along the way, we find out that a multi day chili festival sounds like a dangerous idea, that no matter how guilty someone seems, you still need evidence, and that some names just seemed doomed to be a murderer!!New episodes every Thursday!Donate at: patreon.com/crimeinsports or go to paypal.com and use our email: crimeinsports@gmail.comGo to shutupandgivememurder.com for all things Small Town Murder & Crime In Sports!Follow us on...twitter.com/@murdersmallfacebook.com/smalltownpodinstagram.com/smalltownmurderAlso, check out James & Jimmie's other show, Crime In Sports! On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Wondery, Wondery+, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.