Podcasts about Innocence Project

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In 1954, Dallas executed a 19-year-old Black man named Tommy Lee Walker for the rape and murder of a young white woman near Love Field. Walker had no criminal record, eight alibi witnesses placing him across town at the time, and he recanted his confession the moment he was returned to his cell. None of it mattered. Three months after his arrest, a jury sentenced him to die in the electric chair.Seventy years later, Innocence Project attorney Chris Fabricant set out to do something that had never been done before: exonerate a man who'd already been put to death. Jed talks with Fabricant about the coerced confession, the junk-science polygraph, the racial panic that swept Dallas in 1953, and what it took to finally clear Tommy Lee Walker's name.Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://jedlipinski.substack.com/⁠ Connect with Jed Lipinski:⁠https://www.instagram.com/gonesouthpodcast/⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jed-lipinski/

In December 1996, 32-year-old Sharon McLane was brutally murdered inside her Bedford, Texas apartment. Two years later, her friend John Earl Nolley was convicted of the crime and sentenced to life in prison. The case appeared closed.But questions never completely disappeared.Years after Nolley's conviction, attorneys with the Innocence Project and Tarrant County's Conviction Integrity Unit uncovered troubling problems with the original prosecution, including undisclosed evidence, unreliable jailhouse informant testimony, and forensic findings that cast doubt on the verdict.Early in the case, Paul Dennis Reid, a violent serial killer later convicted of seven murders in Tennessee and suspected in several others, emerged as an alternate suspect. But police discounted him despite many witnesses placing him at Sharon's apartment complex around the time of the murder, among other things.In the final chapter of Sharon McLane's story, we examine Reid's murder convictions, the evidence that pointed away from Nolley, and the extraordinary review that ultimately led to Nolley's release after nearly two decades behind bars.While John Earl Nolley eventually regained his freedom, Sharon McLane's murder remains unsolved, leaving behind one lingering question that has never been definitively answered:Who killed Sharon McLane?Part three of three.If you have any information about the murder of Sharon Lucretia McLane, please call the Bedford police at (817) 952-2127.You can support gone cold and listen to the show ad-free at https://patreon.com/gonecoldpodcastFind us at https://www.gonecold.comFor Gone Cold merch, visit https://gonecold.dashery.comFollow gone cold on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, YouTube, and X. Search @gonecoldpodcast at all or just click https://linknbio.com/gonecoldpodcast#JusticeForSharonMcLane #BedfordTX #TarrantCountyTX #Texas #TX #TexasTrueCrime #ColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #Podcast #Unsolved #MissingPerson #Missing #Murder #UnsolvedMurder #UnsolvedMysteries #Homicide #CrimeStories #PodcastRecommendations #CrimeJunkie #MysteryPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gone-cold-texas-true-crime--3203003/support.

In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we revisit the topic of agunot by talking to Sarah Nissel and Yona Elishis, who run the Jewish Divorce Assistance Center of Los Angeles.We're also joined by Keshet Starr, CEO of Shalom Task Force. In this episode we discuss:How do potentially amicable divorces escalate to being high-conflict? Why does adversarial divorce seem to be increasingly common in the Jewish community?  What do experts in the area of agunot think of the related social-media movements? Tune in to hear a conversation about the integrity of our marriages in the Jewish community. Interview begins at 15:16.Keshet Starr joins at 53:20. Sarah M. Nissel is the founding Executive Director of the Jewish Divorce Assistance Center and a visiting professor of law and religion at Pepperdine Caruso school of law, where she leads the Faith & Family Mediation Clinic. A Yale and NYU Law graduate, she previously worked in white-collar and complex litigation, served at the Innocence Project, and now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and four children.Yona Elishis is a family law mediator and Adjunct Clinical Professor at Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, where she teaches in the Faith & Family Mediation Clinic in partnership with the Jewish Divorce Assistance Center of Los Angeles (JDAC). Trained at Osgoode Hall Law School, Columbia Law School, and New York University School of Law, she previously practiced family and corporate law in Toronto and New York and now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and five children.Keshet Starr is the CEO of Shalom Task Force, which works to combat and prevent domestic abuse in the Jewish community. Previously, she led the Organization for the Resolution of Agunot. She lives in Hillside, New Jersey, with her family. References:Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle BurdenSee What You Made Me Do: Power, Control and Domestic Violence by Jess HillMarriage Story (2019)Gett (2014)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.

*EZ's new "DEFECTOR" hoodie available hereNote: "Act 1" is a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*EZ's latest "Facebook Fight"*EZ steps on his dick and goes on an "apology tour."*Dude gets North of 5 million dollars for wrongful conviction.*Innocence Project looks to get so-called murderer sentenced to life, pardoned.*Another commencement speaker talks about AI, gets booed.*US Department of Education reports widespread fraud.*Dipshit getting car towed has temper tantrum, destroys car.*Oregon weirdo / pervert that looks like Stalkerito, gets life for a misdemeanor. *Asshole of the DaySponsors: Sponsors ILexie Marie Photography, Jenison Pool and Spa Depot, Zalenski Outdoor Services, Impact Power Sports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV,Interested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

*EZ's new "DEFECTOR" hoodie available hereNote: "Act 2" is a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*EZ's latest "Facebook Fight"*EZ steps on his dick and goes on an "apology tour."*Dude gets North of 5 million dollars for wrongful conviction.*Innocence Project looks to get so-called murderer sentenced to life, pardoned.*Another commencement speaker talks about AI, gets booed.*US Department of Education reports widespread fraud.*Dipshit getting car towed has temper tantrum, destroys car.*Oregon weirdo / pervert that looks like Stalkerito, gets life for a misdemeanor. *Asshole of the DaySponsors: Lexie Marie Photography, Jenison Pool and Spa Depot, Zalenski Outdoor Services, Impact Power Sports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV,Interested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

WATCH (and LIKE and COMMENT) on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IFExZLzL4fs Trump's Iran war update is getting weirder by the day. Project Freedom lasted about a day and a half, gas prices are jumping, and the same government wants trust on war, death, and Medicaid. Nate and Chuck break down Trump's Iran posts, the paused ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz, the blockade, UAE strikes, renewed airstrike talk, and why nobody should be too confident about what comes next. Then the conversation turns to the death penalty after the Texas FedEx driver case. The argument is not that the guilty never deserve death. The argument is that the government gets things wrong, hides evidence, controls what juries see, and should not be trusted with irreversible power. Finally, the guys hit Luke Rosiak's Ohio Medicaid fraud investigation and ask the obvious question: if government cannot manage war, justice, or welfare payments, why keep handing it more power? Chapters: 00:00 Opening and Nashville weather 01:45 Today's topics: Iran, Massie, death penalty, Ohio fraud 02:45 Thomas Massie primary preview 04:30 Why the Iran war is hard to trust 05:00 Trump announces Project Freedom 09:00 Project Freedom gets paused 12:15 Renewed airstrikes and Iran confusion 17:15 The safest bet: government failure 19:00 Reports of damage to US assets 22:00 Gas prices and the war subscription 27:15 Dollar dominance, empire, and risk 33:00 Death penalty and government trust 40:15 Innocence Project numbers and false convictions 47:00 DNA evidence, incentives, and planted evidence 54:45 Ohio Medicaid fraud and federal failure 56:45 Wrap-up and Dumb Bleep preview Watch All Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr_8o0dDOX8DxO_Wwxu6WYhhA Watch Host Favorites: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr__Zu40RL7mWxCuOOe54zgy2 Join the Fed Haters Club @ joingml.com All links @ gml.bio.link Subscribe, like, comment, share, and leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. #GoodMorningLiberty #IranWar #Trump #Libertarian #DeathPenalty #MedicaidFraud  

WATCH (and LIKE and COMMENT) on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IFExZLzL4fs Trump's Iran war update is getting weirder by the day.Project Freedom lasted about a day and a half, gas prices are jumping, and the same government wants trust on war, death, and Medicaid. Nate and Chuck break down Trump's Iran posts, the paused ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz, the blockade, UAE strikes, renewed airstrike talk, and why nobody should be too confident about what comes next. Then the conversation turns to the death penalty after the Texas FedEx driver case. The argument is not that the guilty never deserve death. The argument is that the government gets things wrong, hides evidence, controls what juries see, and should not be trusted with irreversible power. Finally, the guys hit Luke Rosiak's Ohio Medicaid fraud investigation and ask the obvious question: if government cannot manage war, justice, or welfare payments, why keep handing it more power? Chapters:00:00 Opening and Nashville weather01:45 Today's topics: Iran, Massie, death penalty, Ohio fraud02:45 Thomas Massie primary preview04:30 Why the Iran war is hard to trust05:00 Trump announces Project Freedom09:00 Project Freedom gets paused12:15 Renewed airstrikes and Iran confusion17:15 The safest bet: government failure19:00 Reports of damage to US assets22:00 Gas prices and the war subscription27:15 Dollar dominance, empire, and risk33:00 Death penalty and government trust40:15 Innocence Project numbers and false convictions47:00 DNA evidence, incentives, and planted evidence54:45 Ohio Medicaid fraud and federal failure56:45 Wrap-up and Dumb Bleep preview Watch All Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr_8o0dDOX8DxO_Wwxu6WYhhAWatch Host Favorites: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi78svKlBr__Zu40RL7mWxCuOOe54zgy2Join the Fed Haters Club @ joingml.comAll links @ gml.bio.link Subscribe, like, comment, share, and leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. #GoodMorningLiberty #IranWar #Trump #Libertarian #DeathPenalty #MedicaidFraud  

This week Lauren talks about the wrongful conviction of Termaine Hicks.Termaine Hicks served 19 years in jail before he was able to prove his innocence. He was convicted of Rape, Aggravated Assault, Possession of an Instrument of Crime, and Terrorist Threats. He was sentenced to 12.5 to 25 years.Termaine Hicks was released and exonerated in 2020.Sources: Innocence Project: Termaine HicksThe National Registration of Exonerations: Termaine Hicks NBC News: As Innocent Black Men Wait in Prison to be Exonerated, their Families Share the Toll by Curtis Bunn

A California judge has refused to review new evidence that the L.A. Innocence Project and Scott Peterson’s attorneys say will exonerate him. Peterson’s defense team says they will take their fight further, and plan to appeal to a higher court. The LAIP says they have conducted more than 50 interviews with witnesses who have information that will shed light on what really happened, as well as new scientific evidence that jurors were not able to hear during his trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A California judge has refused to review new evidence that the L.A. Innocence Project and Scott Peterson’s attorneys say will exonerate him. Peterson’s defense team says they will take their fight further, and plan to appeal to a higher court. The LAIP says they have conducted more than 50 interviews with witnesses who have information that will shed light on what really happened, as well as new scientific evidence that jurors were not able to hear during his trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A California judge has refused to review new evidence that the L.A. Innocence Project and Scott Peterson’s attorneys say will exonerate him. Peterson’s defense team says they will take their fight further, and plan to appeal to a higher court. The LAIP says they have conducted more than 50 interviews with witnesses who have information that will shed light on what really happened, as well as new scientific evidence that jurors were not able to hear during his trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A California judge has refused to review new evidence that the L.A. Innocence Project and Scott Peterson’s attorneys say will exonerate him. Peterson’s defense team says they will take their fight further, and plan to appeal to a higher court. The LAIP says they have conducted more than 50 interviews with witnesses who have information that will shed light on what really happened, as well as new scientific evidence that jurors were not able to hear during his trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode we're joined by Elizabeth Weill-Greenberg. Elizabeth is an investigative reporting fellow for The Appeal.The Appeal is a non-profit news organization that writes exposés about the criminal legal system. She's written for other news organizations too. Among the topics she writes about – wrongful convictions and extreme sentences.She has previously worked for The Innocence Project as a case analyst helping exonerate those wrongfully convicted. And she's written two interview-based plays on intense subjects. Elizabeth is a graduate of Rutgers with a masters from Northwestern.Elizabeth explained how a job like this has always been her passion, what goes into the work she does reporting on such harrowing subjects, and why a distrust of those in power is necessary for her reporting work. She explained how she decompresses. And she shares what aspiring journalists need to know about entering the profession.Elizabeth's articles: https://theappeal.org/authors/elizabeth-weill-greenberg/Elizabeth's salutes: Lauren Gill (Bolts), Joshua Vaughn (Penn Live)Subscribe to our newsletter hereYou can find all our episode guides for teachers and professors here,Please support your local public radio station: adoptastation.orgThank you for listening. You can e-mail me at journalismsalute@gmail.comVisit our website: thejournalismsalute.org Mark's website (MarkSimonmedia.com)

More than 900 people who believe they were wrongfully convicted are on a waitlist for the Midwest Innocence Project, which provides pro bono legal representation in Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska and Arkansas. The organization is celebrating 25 years of service in 2026.

#300: Seit 16 Jahren gibt es für Andreas Darsow keine Freiheit. Er wurde 2010 für den Doppelmord an dem Ehepaar Toll und den versuchten Mord an ihrer Tochter verhaftet und anschließend verurteilt. Aber das könnte sich bald ändern. Denn am 22. November 2024 hat das Landgericht Marburg entschieden, dass Andreas Darsow auf Bewährung freikommen könnte. Das könnte im Mai 2026 so weit sein. Also: Wenn ihr jetzt die Folge hört, in wenigen Tagen. Bei all den Geschichten, die wir bisher erzählt haben, hat uns und anscheinend auch euch ein Fall nicht mehr losgelassen. Immer wieder habt ihr uns gefragt: Wann kommt ein Update zu Andreas Darsow? Wann kommt er frei? In unserer Jubiläumsfolge werden wir genau diese Fragen beantworten. Dafür haben wir mit Expert:innen und mit Andreas Darsow selbst gesprochen. DANKE, dass ihr uns schon seit 300 Folgen begleitet!

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This week Lauren talks about the wrongful conviction of Johnny Tall Bear.Johnny Tall Bear served 26 years in jail before he was able to prove his innocence. He was convicted of First Degree Murder. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.Johnny Tall Bear was released and exonerated in 2018.Sources: Innocence Project: Johnny Tall BearThe National Registration of Exonerations: Johnny Tall BearCNN NEWS: Man in crash that killed student charged with DUI, traffic violations in past month

On this episode, Payton dives into the case of Nancy DePriest. What began as a normal shift alone at Pizza Hut quickly spiraled into something far more sinister. Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/murderwithmyhusband Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/murderwithmyhusband NEW MERCH LINK: https://mwmhshop.com Discount Codes: https://mailchi.mp/c6f48670aeac/oh-no-media-discount-codes Twitch: twitch.tv/throatypie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paytonmorelandshow/ Discount Codes: https://mailchi.mp/c6f48670aeac/oh-no-media-discount-codes Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUbh-B5Or9CT8Hutw1wfYqQ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/into-the-dark/id1662304327 Listen on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/36SDVKB2MEWpFGVs9kRgQ7 Case Sources: LA Times - https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2006-jun-21-me-confess21-story.html   The National Registry of Exonerations - https://exonerationregistry.org/cases/10386  ABC News - https://abcnews.go.com/WNT/story?id=131312&page=1  CATO Institute - https://www.cato.org/regulation/summer-2017/price-injustice#  Innocence Project - https://innocenceproject.org/cases/richard-danziger/  Bluhm Legal Clinic - https://www.law.northwestern.edu/legalclinic/wrongfulconvictions/exonerations/tx/christopher-ochoa.html  WV Innocence Project - https://wvinnocenceproject.law.wvu.edu/innocence-project-blog/our-voices/2018/09/24/the-guilty-plea-problem-by-threat-of-lethal-injection   The Marshall Project - https://www.themarshallproject.org/2017/03/09/facing-her-daughter-s-killer-at-last  Salon - https://www.salon.com/2000/10/31/ochoa/  https://www.salon.com/2000/10/13/texas_10/  Justia U.S. Law - https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/third-court-of-appeals/1991/4881.html   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Julius Jones' defense attorney David McKenzie joins the podcast to discuss the latest feony charge slapped on his former client. The Innocence Project championed his “innocence”. Kim Kardashian advocated tirelessly for his release. ABC aired an advocacy movie to get Paul Howell's killer Julius Jones released off of death row. On Nov. 18th, 2021 Oklahoma Gov. Stitt commuted Jones' sentence from death to life in prison with no possibility for parole. Since his commutation, the Innocence Project has never stopped campaigning for his innocence. Now Jones faces new charges stemming from Jones alleged involvement in a prison contraband ring. In this episode, we discuss the evidence against Jones' in Paul Howell's murder and explore why the wrongful conviction movement and their advocates never stop advocating for the release of their pet murderers.Show Notes:KOCO 5 "Former death row inmate Julius Jones faces new charges for alleged prison contraband plot " - https://youtu.be/uW954iNPXmU?si=qtxpph_f-CY9geWkKFOR OK "A Time to Speak" - https://youtu.be/o8LJa0BAkkk?si=u6FnQTYqW3gCFWO3Justice for Paul Howell "Jailhouse Informants, Celebrities and Julius Jones' Guilt " - https://youtu.be/pOQcUJO0K80?si=N29Gbp0vPO-o4gtlRoberta Glass Julius Jones Episodes - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZCroaJ4oThD2mjSxZxuWkxw01SQN3CyR&si=2lh1y9z_mKRFap-5Wrongful Conviction Podcast with Jason Flom (Kim Kardashian guest) - https://youtube.com/shorts/aN9b0q5I7lw?si=kHFGlq_1ne3rit2GJustice for Paul Howell website - https://www.justiceforpaulhowell.com/Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a chanel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie.

Jaws of Justice Radio investigates how we can achieve justice from a system of laws deeply rooted in economic, social and political inequality.  We want to dispel misconceptions created by the news and entertainment industry, politicians and our educational system. We hope you will listen. Host Terri Wilke will speak with Julie Cruse, a writer, advocate, and former academic working to expose and dismantle abuse in higher education. Cruse has become a leading voice for survivors navigating academic systems that too often protect institutions over people. She is the founder of AcademicAbuse.com, a survivor-led platform that documents abuse of power in universities and provides resources for both faculty and students navigating trauma and seeking justice. Cruse's advocacy is grounded in the belief that academic abuse is a systemic problem tied to unchecked authority and weak enforcement of Title VII and Title IX protections. Through her work, she connects individual stories to broader labor and social justice issues, showing how abuse is allowed to persist inside institutions tasked with advancing the public good and teaching the next generation. Her book, The Burn List, A Memoir of Abuse from Home to Higher Education is based on the testimonies of survivors. It traces how academic exploitation unfolds over time and why existing reporting mechanisms so often fail.   Host Keith Brown El will speak with representatives of the Midwest Innocence Project including Executive Director Tahir Atwater, Board Member and former KC Chiefs and Pro Football Hall of Famer, Will Shields. The Midwest Innocence Project celebrates 25 years of freedom with a Faces of Innocence “Be the Light” Event on April 30th, 2026. The Midwest Innocence Project (MIP) is a not-for-profit dedicated to investigating, litigating, and exonerating wrongfully convicted individuals across five states. They are marking a significant milestone  and inviting the community to take part. On Thursday evening, April 30 (7-9 p.m.) MIP will host its Faces of Innocence: Be the Light event at the Midland Theatre, celebrating 25 years in the fight for freedom. With lives still waiting to be restored, this moment calls for action. Tickets and sponsorships are available now at themip.org under “Faces of Innocence 2026.” Faces of Innocence is MIP's signature annual fundraiser—and this year's event carries added urgency. The evening will spotlight the real impact of MIP's work: bringing innocent people home, advancing ongoing cases, and accelerating efforts to free those still wrongfully convicted. Guests will engage with immersive experiences and interactive exhibits that bring these stories to life. A Golden Ticket Raffle offers the chance to win one of three dream vacation packages, while drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served throughout the evening. Attendees will also hear a powerful musical performance by MIP client Faye Jacobs, who was released after 26 years of incarceration; MIP continues its efforts to have her conviction overturned. Adding to the evening's significance, Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Kansas City Chiefs lineman Will Shields—a dedicated MIP Board Member—will host an exclusive Golden Hour Reception for sponsors. Held in the Midland's Chandelier Bar, this intimate pre-event gathering offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with Shields and support a cause where time truly matters. On Jaws of Justice, we examine how to find justice in our society.  Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.   https://kkfi.org/listen/

In this episode of Crime and the Courtroom, John Collins shares the experience of writing his new book, Valid Comparisons, and some of the unexpected impressions that his research had on him. As he explains, among the most impactful revelations was the disinterest of the National Academy of Sciences committee that produced the 2009 report, "Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States - A Path Forward." The impact of this report, however, was amplified by the 1993 Daubert ruling and the 2007 report by the Innocence Project summarizing the first 200 DNA exonerations. John explains how the forensic laboratory sciences were - and continue to be - adversely impacted by these developments and what has to happen for the profession to get some of its confidence back.  A trend is arising that will require forensic laboratory experts and administrators to be at their very best.  Season:  6 Episode:  109 Duration:  1:08:00 YOUTUBE CHANNELS Main Podcast Channel Highlights Channel REFERENCED RESOURCES Subscribe to the VALID COMPARISONS VIP LIST and stay updated with excerpts and news about the release of John's newest book. ABOUT YOUR HOST John Morrey Collins is a leadership and expertise coach specializing in working with clients in authoritative, high-stakes occupations, but with a primary emphasis on serving leaders, professionals, and organizations that support our complicated systems of criminal and civil justice. John started his private practice, Critical Victories, in 2013 after retiring his award-winning, 20-year career as a forensic laboratory scientist and executive administrator, having served as the Director of Forensic Science for the State of Michigan. His forensic technical expertise was in the examination and testing of firearms and firearm-related evidence, having provided expert courtroom testimony in approximately 130 criminal trials, including death penalty cases and Daubert hearings. John is also the author of three books on forensic science and criminal justice reform. In 2022, he released his fourth book, "The New Superior – A Better Way to Be the One in Charge," which is available in print and audio. John's many career highlights include his part in the forensic investigation of the Atlanta serial bombings, which included the bombing of the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, as well as his 2013 participation in a historic meeting with the US Attorney General and other firearm experts to discuss the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. John has a master's degree in organizational management and is formally certified as a Senior HR Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). In 2012, John was trained as a professional coach by the College of Executive Coaching, and he became certified as a Gallup Strengths Coach in 2022. He lives and works near Detroit, Michigan. For more books and other information, please visit www.criticalvictories.com.

This week Lauren talks about the wrongful conviction of Rosa Jimenez.Rosa Jimenez served 17 years in jail before she was able to prove her innocence. She was convicted of Injury to Child and Felony Murder. She was sentenced to 99 years for injury to child plus 75 years for felony murder.Rosa Jimenez was released in 2021 and exonerated in 2023.Sources: Innocence Project: Rosa JimenezInnocence Project: Rosa Jimenez Is Exonerated of a Crime That Never Took Place After 20 YearsTravis County District Attorney: Travis County Judge Signs Order to Dismiss Rosa Jimenez's Murder and Injury to a Child IndictmentThe National Registry of Exonerations

Legal Director of The Great North Innocence Project James Mayer joins guest host Dane DeKrey on Afternoons Live for a chat about the important work taking place at GNIP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Description: “Is it possible to reclaim your life after decades of wrongful accusation?”

Debut author Yosha Gunasekera joins Daniel Ford on the show to chat about her book The Midnight Taxi. To learn more about Yosha Gunasekera, visit her official website. Also read her feature "I Help People Imprisoned for Crimes They Didn't Commit. My New Novel Is for Them." in People magazine and learn more about her work at Innocence Project. This episode is sponsored by Libro.fm and the Is It Streaming podcast, the newest addition to the Writer's Bone Podcast Network.

In March of 2015, Denise Huskins was kidnapped, drugged, sexually assaulted, and held for 48 hours. When she was released, police called it a hoax and demanded that she apologize for wasting resources. The media dubbed it the "Gone Girl" case and death threats started flooding in. Except it wasn't a hoax at all. It was a Harvard-educated serial rapist named Matthew Muller who'd been terrorizing California for years. In this episode, we'll go through the kidnapping, the police misconduct that revictimized the survivors, Detective Misty Carausu's brilliant investigative work that finally caught Muller, and how Denise and Aaron turned trauma into national advocacy. From victims to suspects to survivors...their story changed how law enforcement handles sexual assault cases across America.For Survivors of Sexual Violence:- RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)- RAINN Online Chat:https://hotline.rainn.org/online- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741- National Sexual Violence Resource Center:https://www.nsvrc.org/For Victims of Police Misconduct:- ACLU:https://www.aclu.org/- National Police Accountability Project:https://www.nlg-npap.org/- Innocence Project:https://innocenceproject.org/Mental Health Support:- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988- SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357- Psychology Today Therapist Finder:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapistsSources:San Francisco Chronicle (Henry K. Lee's Reporting):- https://www.sfchronicle.com/ (Search "Denise Huskins" for extensive archive)Major National News Outlets:- https://abcnews.go.com/ - https://www.nbcnews.com/ - https://www.cnn.com/ - https://www.nytimes.com/ - https://www.latimes.com/ - https://www.usatoday.com/ Bay Area Local News:- https://www.ktvu.com/ - https://www.kron4.com/ - https://www.mercurynews.com/ - https://www.sfgate.com/ - https://www.timesheraldonline.com/ People Magazine & Entertainment:- https://people.com/ (Search "Denise Huskins" for features)American Nightmare (2024):- https://www.netflix.com/title/81456520 "Victim F: From Crime Victims to Suspects to Survivors" (2021):- https://www.amazon.com/Victim-Crime-Victims-Suspects-Survivors/dp/1538720558Federal Court Case:- https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca - Case: USA v. Matthew Daniel Muller, Case No. 2:15-cr-00242-TLN- https://www.pacer.gov/ State Court Cases:- https://www.solano.courts.ca.gov/ - https://www.santaclaracourt.org/ - https://www.cc-courts.org/ Defamation Lawsuit:- Huskins v. City of Vallejo - Settled March 2018 for $2.5 millionDenise Huskins' Attorneys:- Doug Rappaport- https://www.rappaportlaw.com/ Aaron Quinn's Attorneys:- Daniel Russo- https://russoandrusso.com/ Law Enforcement Training:- The case is now taught at police academies nationwide- Featured in FBI training materials on sexual assault investigations- https://www.fbi.gov/services/training-academy Criminal History & Background:- https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ (Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator)- Search: Matthew Daniel Muller, Register Number: 04664-111California State Bar:- https://www.calbar.ca.gov/ - Search for Matthew Muller's disciplinary records and disbarmentYouTube:- https://www.youtube.com/@ABCNews - https://www.youtube.com/@DatelineNBC - https://www.youtube.com/@netflix 2015 News Archives:- https://www.newspapers.com/ - https://news.google.com/newspapers Articles Analyzing the Case:- https://www.vulture.com/ (Vulture - entertainment analysis)- https://www.rollingstone.com/ (Rolling Stone features)- https://www.vanityfair.com/ (Vanity Fair long-form)"Gone Girl" Film (2014):- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2267998/ Denise & Aaron's Advocacy Work:- They've trained law enforcement agencies nationwide- Spoken at conferences on sexual assault investigation best practices- Worked with prosecutors on Muller's cold casesCalifornia Prosecutors' Recognition:- 2025: Named "Witnesses of the Year" by California prosecutors- https://www.cdaa.org/California District Attorneys Association:- https://www.cdaa.org/ (2025 Witnesses of the Year announcement)Snopes:- https://www.snopes.com/ (Search "Denise Huskins" for fact-checking)FBI Press Releases:- https://www.fbi.gov/news/press-releases (Search "Matthew Muller")U.S. Attorney's Office:- https://www.justice.gov/usao-edca/pr (Press releases on Muller's prosecution)Vallejo Police 2021 Apology:- Issued by Chief Shawny Williams on August 25, 2021- Archived in news articles and official city records$2.5 Million Settlement (March 2018):- City of Vallejo settled defamation lawsuit- No admission of wrongdoing required by settlement terms- Covered extensively in news mediaDenise & Aaron's Media Appearances:- ABC News 20/20- Dateline NBC- Various podcast interviews- Law enforcement training events- Public policy panelsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/reverie-true-crime--4442888/support.Keep In Touch:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/reveriecrimepodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reverietruecrimeTumblr: https://reverietruecrimepodcast.tumblr.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reverietruecrimeContact: ReverieTrueCrime@gmail.com Intro & Outro by Jahred Gomes: https://www.instagram.com/jahredgomes_official 

This week we are joined by Yosha Gunasekera. Yosha Gunasekera is a Sri Lankan-American attorney who represents people who have spent decades behind bars for crimes they did not commit. She teaches a course at Princeton University focused on wrongful conviction and exoneration. Yosha is a former Manhattan public defender and has written and spoken extensively on the criminal legal system. Check her out at www.yoshagunasekera.comIn this episode, Yosha shares her journey from a nerdy, quirky, service-minded young person to an attorney at the Innocence Project. We discuss growing up in rural Ohio and the transition to living and working in New York City. You don't want to miss our discussion about the inspiration behind Yosha's debut novel, "The Midnight Taxi," and how her work as a public defender informs it. Give this episode a listen!Recommendations From This Episode:Law & Order: SVUSerial - Season 1Follow Yosha: @yosha.gunasekeraFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends! Email us: aloneatlunch@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, we sit down with Yosha Gunasekera to chat about her debut novel, The Midnight Taxi. A murder mystery following a true crime loving Sri Lankan American cab driver who ends up accused of murder when a passenger ends up mysteriously murdered in her cab. Yosha shares with us her personal journey to writing her novel as well as how she drew from her experience as an attorney for The Innocence Project to construct her mystery.Follow Yosha on Instagram at @yosha.gunasekera and check out her debut novel The Midnight Taxi available now on the Books & Boba bookshop!Books & Boba is a podcast dedicated to reading and featuring books by Asian and Asian American authorsSupport the Books & Boba Podcast by:Joining our Patreon to receive exclusive perksPurchasing books at our bookshopRocking our Books & Boba merchFollow our hosts:Reera Yoo (@reeraboo)Marvin Yueh (@marvinyueh)Follow us:InstagramTwitterGoodreadsFacebookThe Books & Boba February 2026 is Behind Frenemy Lines by Zen ChoThis podcast is part of Potluck: An Asian American Podcast CollectiveMentioned in this episode:Don't miss Chinese Republicans, a new play from Alex LinComing to the Roundabout Theatre Company this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew, following three high-powered businesswomen who meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they've done for decades.

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

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 1 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

Federal Judge Jed Rakoff has spent decades inside the justice system - as a prosecutor, a defense attorney, and now a judge. In this conversation, he challenges how we think justice works and explains why outcomes often have little to do with guilt or innocence.

Amanda Knox and her husband, Christopher Robinson discuss their new Hulu documentary, Mouth of the Wolf: Amanda Knox Returns to Italy. Directed and filmed by Robinson, the documentary gives audiences unprecedented access to her story. Cameras follow Knox as she returns to Italy for the first time since her exoneration, invited to serve as the keynote speaker at the Italy Innocence Project conference. She navigates public scrutiny, personal fear, and the emotional weight of her return, culminating in a rare, face-to-face meeting with Giuliano Mignini, the prosecutor who sent her to prison more than 15 years ago. 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.

Scott Peterson Diane Sawyer Interview analysis, revisited today.This episode examines Scott Peterson's nationally televised interview with Diane Sawyer while Laci Peterson was still missing. At the time, the case was unresolved, the search was ongoing, and Scott was publicly maintaining innocence.Rather than asking what happened to Laci, this breakdown focuses on Scott's own words. How he frames events. Where his attention goes. What he explains easily, and what he does not.Viewed now, this interview stands as an early record of how Scott chose to present himself before charges, before trial, and before the public narrative fully formed. It also sits at the centre of ongoing debate around the case, including renewed discussion linked to the Innocence Project and questions raised about how the story has been interpreted.This is statement analysis in real time.Not hindsight.Not speculation.Just the language Scott Peterson used when the world was listening.Want more from Never A Truer Word? Become a member on YouTube or Spotify and get early access, exclusive episodes and moreYouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgBFGUA67ZunxIbe51LnqGg/joinSpotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/neveratruerword/subscribeArtwork by StefWithAnF

A key factor to creating a thriving city is justice. This conversation examines the past in order to create a more just future for all Memphians, together. Jessica Van Dyke, the legal director and co-founder of the Tennessee Innocence Project, and Jasper St. Bernard, the visiting assistant professor of history in the American South for the Institute of Race and Social Transformation at Rhodes College share their expertise and experience in creating a community centered in reflection, knowledge, and due process. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Ida B. Wells Ida B. Wells anti-lynching campaign Tennessee Innocence Project Institute of Race and Social Transformation at Rhodes College Turley Center for Community Engagement The People's Grocery Lynchings (Thomas Moss, Will Stewart, Calvin McDowell) Lynch Law in All Its Phases Shelby County Jail (also known as 201 Poplar) This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

EPISODE 660 - Gary Lippman - Author of immense vision, caustic wit, and wry compassion for the human experienceAbout Gary LippmanBorn and raised in New Jersey, Gary Lippman received a law degree from Northwestern University and has worked with New York's Innocence Project. Lippman's play Paradox Lust ran off-off-Broadway for a month in 2001 and his writing has been published in The New York Times, The Paris Review, VICE, Fodors, Upstate Diary, Open City, Sex And Design, and 8 By 8, while his visual art can be seen at apocalippy.com. Having lived in Illinois, Florida, California, and France, Lippman can now be found in what used to be called “Fun City” with his Hungarian wife Vera and his whenever-he's-inclined-to-visit adult son Gabriel.https://garylippmanofficial.com/Support the show___https://livingthenextchapter.com/podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/Coffee Refills are always appreciated, refill Dave's cup here, and thanks!https://buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca

Today on What's My Frame, I'm joined by award-winning director and producer DeMane Davis. This conversation has so much heart, insight, and encouragement—it's the perfect start to our year. From the way DeMane creates a culture of kindness on her sets to the creative community that has supported her career, this conversation is a beautiful example of following your dreams, preparing for opportunities, and understanding how thoughts become things. Today, DeMane shares favorite stories from QUEEN SUGAR, BRILLIANT MINDS, and a few childhood laughs.DeMane Davis is an award-winning television director, producer, and commercial director who has an overall creative deal with Warner Brothers Television Group. Under this pact, Davis first served as co-executive producer/producing director of Ava DuVernay's DC Comics series "Naomi" for the CW Network. She helmed multiple episodes (including the series finale) and oversaw the show's directing team. Soon after, she directed the pilot and second episode of the NBC missing persons drama "Found" from Nkechi Okoro Carroll and Greg Berlanti. Davis received a Gracies Awards Honorable Mention for her work on "Found" and returned in their final season to direct the penultimate episode. She is now working as Executive Producer/Producing Director on the acclaimed drama series "Brilliant Minds," the TV series inspired by the work of neuroscientist and author Dr. Oliver Sacks, played by Zachary Quinto. In 2020, Davis produced and directed the last two episodes of the four-part Emmy-nominated Netflix limited series "Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam CJ Walker." The period drama starred Octavia Spencer, Blair Underwood and won three NAACP Image Awards, including Outstanding TV Movie, Limited Series or Dramatic Special. In 2020 and 2021, she was co-executive producer on the CBS drama "Clarice," the television sequel to the Academy Award winning film "The Silence of the Lambs," and directed the two-part season finale.Davis began her career writing and directing independent features. Both of her films premiered in Dramatic Competition at the Sundance Film Festival internationally at Edinburgh. She's best known for "Lift," the story of a "booster" or professional shoplifter, which was selected for the prestigious Sundance Director's and Screenwriter's Labs. It starred Kerry Washington in her first leading role. "Lift" was honored with two Spirit Award nominations before airing originally on Showtime.Davis was working on teleplays and freelancing as an advertising copywriter when the prolific director and producer Ava DuVernay ("ORIGIN," "When They See Us" literally "slipped into her DMs. DuVernay asked her to helm an episode of her groundbreaking series, "Queen Sugar" (OWN). Davis, of course, agreed and arrived at the "Queen Sugar " production office on crutches (who has time for a broken ankle?). Later that summer, DuVernay asked Davis to be Producing Director on the third season of "Queen Sugar." She directed the celebrated premiere where Ralph Angel (Kofi Siriboe) learns he's not the father of his son, as well as two more episodes while overseeing DuVernay's all female, first-time-TV-directing sisterhood. She was also one of a handful of directors asked to return by DuVernay to direct two episodes of the final acclaimed season of "Queen Sugar" in 2022.Davis has directed the GLAAD Media Award nominated series, "The Red Line" (CBS), episodes of "You" and "The Girls on the Bus" for HBO/MAX. She also helmed "For the People," and multiple episodes of fan favorites "How to Get Away with Murder" and "Station 19"When not directing, Davis splits her time between writing and being involved with several philanthropic endeavors including ABCD Boston (an organization dedicated to eradicating poverty), The Innocence Project and the Boston Institute for Nonprofit Journalism.

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Going back to Karen Read's first arraignment. Yannetti tells the press that the accused murderer had “no criminal intent” and “loved” John O'Keefe and it was a tragic accident. How did Karen Read's defense's talking points become the refrain for many on the “anti-Karen Read” side?Get access to exclusive content & support the podcast by a Patron today! https://patreon.com/robertaglasstruecrimereportThrow a tip in the tip jar! https://buymeacoffee.com/robertaglassSupport Roberta by sending a donation via Venmo. https://venmo.com/robertaglassBecome a chanel member for custom Emojis, first looks and exclusive streams here: https://youtube.com/@robertaglass/joinThank you Patrons!Beth, Shelley Safford, Carol Mumumeci, Therese Tunks, JC, Lizzy D, Elizabeth Drake, Texas Mimi, Barb, Deborah Shults, Ratliff, Stephanie Lamberson, Maryellen Sudol, Mona, Karen Pacini, Jen Buell, Marie Horton, ER, Rosie Grace, B. Rabbit, Sally Merrick, Amanda D, Mary B, Mrs Jones, Amy Gill, Eileen, Wesley Loves Octoberfest, Erin (Kitties1993), Anna Quint, Cici Guteriez, Sandra Loves GatsbyHannna, Christy, Jen Buell, Elle Solari, Carol Cardella, Jennifer Harmon, DoxieMama65, Carol Holderman, Joan Mahon, Marcie Denton, Rosanne Aponte, Johnny Jay, Jude Barnes, JenTheRN, Victoria Devenish, Jeri Falk, Kimberly Lovelace, Penni Miller, Jil, Janet Gardner, Jayne Wallace (JaynesWhirled), Pat Brooks, Jennifer Klearman, Judy Brown, Linda Lazzaro, Suzanne Kniffin, Susan Hicks, Jeff Meadors, D Samlam, Pat Brooks, Cythnia, Bonnie Schoeneman-Dilley, Diane Larsen, Mary, Kimberly Philipson, Cat Stewart, Cindy Pochesci, Kevin Crecy, Renee Chavez, Melba Pourteau, Julie K Thomas, Mia Wallace, Stark Stuff, Kayce Taylor, Alice, Dean, GiGi5, Jennifer Crum, Dana Natale, Bewildered Beauty, Pepper, Joan Chakonas, Blythe, Pat Dell, Lorraine Reid, T.B., Melissa, Victoria Gray Bross, Toni Woodland, Danbrit, Kenny Haines and Toni Natalie

In this episode, YVote youth unpack what safety really means in the presence of police and why Commissioner Jessica Tisch's role in Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's incoming administration has become a point of controversy. Through personal reflections, data from the Innocence Project, and an honest conversation about policing, surveillance, and youth vulnerability, they explore how power shows up in our communities and what young people can do to take action.

In 1992 Levon Brooks was arrested for murdering a three-year-old girl and sentenced to life in prison. Only a few months later Kennedy Brewer was arrested for a nearly identical murder and was sentenced to death. Both cases were based almost entirely on faulty bite mark evidence and both men spent almost two decades in prison for crimes they did not commit. However in 2000, Kennedy Brewer wrote a letter to the Innocence Project asking for their help with his case which was when the fight for the truth began and the real story came to light. 

After much anticipation, Josh Brahm FINALLY gets to interview Monica Snyder from Secular Pro-Life about her background and expertise in Forensics. Monica explains how her work in forensics and DNA analysis affects her view on the abortion issue, particularly when it comes to questions about the justice system and why we shouldn't prosecute women who have had abortions.  Content warning: Includes discussion of forensic rape kits as well as methods of testing whether a baby was aborted instead of miscarried.  Links: Testing biological tissue for abortion drugs "Was the Infant Born Alive?" A Review of Postmortem Techniques Used to Determine Live Birth In Cases of Suspected Neonaticide National Right to Life: Joint Open Letter: Criminalizing Women Who Have Abortions is Not Pro-Life ERI Statement: Should Women Be Prosecuted for Illegal Abortions? Secular Pro-Life Equal Rights Institute Equal Rights Institute Blog Equipped for Life Academy Equipped for Life Course Sidewalk Counseling Masterclass Chapters: 00:00:00 Introducing Monica's forensics credentials and background 00:03:25 Describing the Innocence Project 00:06:25 Monica describes her forensics work 00:09:30 Real forensics vs. TV forensics 00:15:50 Why rape cases are difficult to prosecute 00:21:40 Where forensics touches the abortion debate in a post-Dobbs world 00:24:45 Distinguishing abortion pills and miscarriage? 00:34:16 Concerns with attaching criminal penalties to women who have had abortions 00:41:55 What rights do convicted people have? 00:48:35 What would a dystopian prosecution of all women who had abortions look like? 00:49:50 What is a more realistic interpretation of pro-lifers who want to attach criminal penalties to abortion look like? 00:51:10 Plea deals and public defenders 00:54:40 'Steel-manning' the pro-lifers who want to attach criminal penalties to abortion 00:58:10 Trauma associated with miscarriage  00:59:45 Relevant questions from real cases 01:02:20 WARNING: Morbid description 01:03:45 Conclusions from Monica  01:06:30 Josh's eyewitness testimony story 01:11:16 Monica's eyewitness testimony story 01:13:55 Applying this to a recent case  01:17:25 Wrapping up Host: Josh Brahm Guest: Monica Snyder Audio/Video Editors: Joshua Head, Josh Brahm Publisher: Ellen Campbell

What an incredible story out of New Orleans over the weekend. 62-year-old Calvin Duncan has gone from being an 8th grade educated convicted murderer to an exonerated, college educated lawyer who just won Clerk of Criminal Court. Duncan spent 28 years behind bars, educating himself and helping fellow inmates before eventually being freed through the assistance of the Innocence Project. His political opponents used his past to try and turn voters against him, but it backfired and Duncan came out on top with 68 percent of the vote.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What an incredible story out of New Orleans over the weekend. 62-year-old Calvin Duncan has gone from being an 8th grade educated convicted murderer to an exonerated, college educated lawyer who just won Clerk of Criminal Court. Duncan spent 28 years behind bars, educating himself and helping fellow inmates before eventually being freed through the assistance of the Innocence Project. His political opponents used his past to try and turn voters against him, but it backfired and Duncan came out on top with 68 percent of the vote.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What an incredible story out of New Orleans over the weekend. 62-year-old Calvin Duncan has gone from being an 8th grade educated convicted murderer to an exonerated, college educated lawyer who just won Clerk of Criminal Court. Duncan spent 28 years behind bars, educating himself and helping fellow inmates before eventually being freed through the assistance of the Innocence Project. His political opponents used his past to try and turn voters against him, but it backfired and Duncan came out on top with 68 percent of the vote.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jack Carr Book Club October 2025 selection is THE WIDOW by #1 New York Times bestselling author John Grisham.Simon Latch is a small-town lawyer in rural Virginia, barely scraping by while his marriage slowly falls apart. Then Eleanor Barnett—a wealthy widow—walks into his office with a simple request: a new will. But when Eleanor's story begins to unravel and she winds up in the hospital after a mysterious accident, Simon finds himself accused of a shocking crime—her murder.To clear his name, Simon must uncover the truth about Eleanor Barnett's fortune and the dark secrets surrounding her life before time runs out.With THE WIDOW, Grisham—one of the great storytellers of our time—delivers his first-ever whodunit: a taut, character-driven mystery layered with deception, tension, and high-stakes survival.John Grisham is the author of more than fifty consecutive #1 bestsellers translated into nearly fifty languages. His recent books include FRAMED, CAMINO GHOSTS, and THE EXCHANGE: AFTER THE FIRM. A two-time winner of the Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction and recipient of the Library of Congress Creative Achievement Award for Fiction, Grisham serves on the boards of the Innocence Project and Centurion Ministries, two organizations dedicated to exonerating the wrongfully convicted. He lives on a farm in central Virginia.This conversation explores Grisham's inspiration for THE WIDOW, the evolution of his storytelling beyond the courtroom, and what continues to drive his passion for justice through fiction.FOLLOW JOHNYouTube - @johngrisham9631Instagram - @johngrishamFacebook - @johngrishamX - @johngrishamWebsite - https://jgrisham.com/FOLLOW JACKInstagram - @JackCarrUSA X - @JackCarrUSAFacebook - @JackCarr YouTube - @JackCarrUSA SPONSORSCRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller https://www.officialjackcarr.com/books/cry-havoc/Bravo Company Manufacturing - BCM Stock MOD3:https://bravocompanyusa.com/bcm-stock-mod-3-black/  and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSATHE SIGs of Jack Carr:Visit https://www.sigsauer.com/ and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear: Explore the gear here https://jackcarr.co/gear

"Mind Over Murder" hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley are joined by Chris Fabricant of the Innocence Project to discuss his new edition of his book, "Junk Science and the American Criminal Justice System."  Chris describes the shocking story of how discredited scientific forensics have been used in thousands of wrongful convictions across the United States. This bonus episode of "Mind Over Murder" originally ran on June 23, 2025.Goodreads:  Junk Science and the American Criminal Justice System:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59427482-junk-science-and-the-american-criminal-justice-systemWTKR News 3: One year after development in Colonial Parkway Murders, where do things stand?https://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community/historic-triangle/one-year-after-development-in-colonial-parkway-murders-where-do-things-standWon't you help the Mind Over Murder podcast increase our visibility and shine the spotlight on the "Colonial Parkway Murders" and other unsolved cases? Contribute any amount you can here:https://www.gofundme.com/f/mind-over-murder-podcast-expenses?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customerWTVR CBS News:  Colonial Parkway murders victims' families keep hope cases will be solved:https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/colonial-parkway-murders-update-april-19-2024WAVY TV 10 News:  New questions raised in Colonial Parkway murders:https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/new-questions-raised-in-colonial-parkway-murders/Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr. has been named as the killer of Robin Edwards and David Knobling in the Colonial Parkway Murders in September 1987, as well as the murderer of Teresa Howell in June 1989. He has also been linked to the April 1988 disappearance and likely murder of Keith Call and Cassandra Hailey, another pair in the Colonial Parkway Murders.13News Now investigates: A serial killer's DNA will not be entered into CODIS database:https://www.13newsnow.com/video/news/local/13news-now-investigates/291-e82a9e0b-38e3-4f95-982a-40e960a71e49WAVY TV 10 on the Colonial Parkway Murders Announcement with photos:https://www.wavy.com/news/crime/deceased-man-identified-as-suspect-in-decades-old-homicides/WTKR News 3https://www.wtkr.com/news/is-man-linked-to-one-of-the-colonial-parkway-murders-connected-to-the-other-casesVirginian Pilot: Who was Alan Wade Wilmer Sr.? Man suspected in two ‘Colonial Parkway' murders died alone in 2017https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/01/14/who-was-alan-wade-wilmer-sr-man-suspected-in-colonial-parkway-murders-died-alone-in-2017/Colonial Parkway Murders Facebook page with more than 18,000 followers: https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCaseYou can also participate in an in-depth discussion of the Colonial Parkway Murders here:https://earonsgsk.proboards.com/board/50/colonial-parkway-murdersMind Over Murder is proud to be a Spreaker Prime Podcaster:https://www.spreaker.comJoin the discussion on our Mind Over MurderColonial Parkway Murders website: https://colonialparkwaymurders.com Mind Over Murder Podcast website: https://mindovermurderpodcast.comPlease subscribe and rate us at your favorite podcast sites. Ratings and reviews are very important. Please share and tell your friends!We launch a new episode of "Mind Over Murder" every Monday morning, and a bonus episode every Thursday morning.Sponsors: Othram and DNAsolves.comContribute Your DNA to help solve cases: https://dnasolves.com/user/registerFollow "Mind Over Murder" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderOverFollow Bill Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillThomas56Follow "Colonial Parkway Murders" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/Follow us on InstaGram:: https://www.instagram.com/colonialparkwaymurders/Check out the entire Crawlspace Media network at http://crawlspace-media.com/All rights reserved. Mind Over Murder, Copyright Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley, Another Dog Productions/Absolute Zero ProductionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mind-over-murder--4847179/support.

Lie detector test loving Emily hosts another fundraiser for the Innocence Project on Real Housewives of Orange County, and Tamra skidattles out of a confrontation with the hairiest housewife of all time: Slade. You can watch this recap on video, listen to our bonus episodes, and participate in live episode threads at patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode we dive into five of the strangest and most unforgettable confessions in criminal history. While confessions can bring closure to grieving families, they are not always what they seem. We explore the astonishing statistics behind false confessions and how they can mislead justice. Thank you to this week's advertisers! Keep it classic and cozy this fall cool—with long-lasting staples from Quince. Go to Quince.com/moms for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to SkylightCal.com/MOMS.  For a limited time only, new Cash App customers can use our exclusive code to earn some additional cash. Just download Cash App, use our exclusive referral code FAMILY10 in your profile, send $5 to a friend within 14 days, and you'll get $10 dropped right into your account. Terms apply. That's Money. That's Cash App.  Where to find us! Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast .  To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast.  Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more.    The Power of Confessions According to the Innocence Project, nearly 30% of wrongful convictions overturned by DNA evidence involved false confessions. This number is even more alarming for juveniles, as 69% of those aged 12 to 15 who were falsely convicted had made a false confession. Research shows that jurors convict people who have confessed more than 70% of the time, even if the confession is proven false. Case 1: Robert Durst Robert Durst, heir to a New York real estate fortune, was suspected in three suspicious deaths: his wife Kathie Durst, his best friend Susan Berman, and his neighbor Morris Black. He became the subject of the HBO documentary series, The Jinx. In a stunning turn of events, a hot mic captured Durst muttering, "What the heck did I do? Killing them all, of course," which became an infamous confession. He was arrested the night before the finale of the series aired and was later convicted of first-degree murder for Susan Berman's death. Case 2: Henry Lee Lucas Known as the "Confession Killer," Henry Lee Lucas confessed to hundreds of murders he didn't commit. After being arrested for illegal firearm possession, he began confessing to dozens, and then hundreds, of unsolved murders across the country. Law enforcement created the "Lucas Task Force" and closed more than 200 cold cases based on his confessions. However, a journalist later exposed that Lucas couldn't have committed many of the crimes due to conflicting timelines. The false confessions misled families who were desperately seeking closure, and the real killers remained free. Case 3: Laverne Pavlinac Laverne Pavlinac fabricated a story and confessed to a murder she didn't commit to frame her abusive boyfriend, John. She hoped it would send him to prison and free her from their volatile relationship. Despite John denying any involvement, Laverne's detailed confession led to both of them being convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. While they were in jail, the real killer, Keith Hunter Jesperson, later known as the Happy Face Killer, continued his killing spree. Case 4: Earl Valentine After shooting his ex-wife Keisha and their son Earl Jr., Earl Valentine went live on Facebook to confess to the crime. He stated, "I just killed my wife. I don't feel any remorse for what I did". This real-time confession went viral before being removed, raising urgent questions about technology and domestic violence. Keisha survived, but their son Earl Jr. died from his injuries after calling 911. Case 5: Mark "Chopper" Read Mark "Chopper" Read was a notorious Australian gangster, author, and comedian who was never convicted of murder. However, just 16 days before his death from liver cancer, he gave a final interview and confessed to killing four men. Despite his history of exaggeration, police reviewed his claims. To this day, questions remain about the sincerity of his deathbed confession, with many believing it was his last act of showmanship.  

On Christmas Eve in 1991, Dana Ireland is found tucked away in a secluded, hard to get to area of the Hawaiian subdivision Vacationland, barely clinging to life. When she finally arrives at a Hilo hospital, the damage is too severe and they declare Dana dead at 12:25am on Christmas morning. In 2023, the audiochuck team set out to tell you the story of what happened to Dana Ireland and how three men were convicted of her murder. Then in 2024, everything changed. In Chapter 1, Amanda Knox takes you through everything that happened on December 24th, 1991 and why this story is very different from the one we were originally going to tell you.  Follow and listen to Season 2 of THREE wherever you get your podcasts! ---Please consider donating to Ian's GoFundMe at https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ian-schweitzer-after-wrongful-conviction.  You can visit www.hawaiiinnocenceproject.org and click the donate button to support them, their work and their clients. To buy Amanda Knox's new memoir, Free: My Search for Meaning, click HERE. If you have any information about the abduction and murder of Dana Ireland, we encourage you to contact the Hawai'i Innocence Project at contacthip@hawaiiinnocenceproject.org. You can also contact Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300 and the Hawai'i Police Department at (808) 961-2380 or visit their website Hawaiipolice.gov to submit a tip.