The Trial Clarence Darrow Part 3
the saga of Clarence Darrow reaches its conclusion.
Dec 23, 2023•29 min•Season 5Ep. 52
Great Trials in History
an examination of legal cases from the past which have had an impact on society , as a whole, and legal history, in particular. These are cases that meant something when they occurred and still mean something today.
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The Trial of Clarence Darrow Part 2
Famed lawyer Clarence Darrow faces a trial by his peers in Los Angeles California with both his own freedom and career on the line.
Oct 14, 2023•29 min•Season 5Ep. 52
The Trial of Clarence Darrow
He was , and still is, the most famous lawyer in American history. His great and long career was almost ended in ignominious fashion in a Los Angeles courtroom in 1912 , long before the most famous of his trials. Hear the true story of these events in this episode
Jun 22, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 50
The Trial of Billy Mitchell
In 1925,Colonel Billy Mitchell was court-martialled by the U.S. Army for criticizing in harsh terms the leadership of the Army and Navy for their failure to recognize that the future of warfare was going to depend on airpower. In this episode you will learn the true story of what happened.
Mar 31, 2023•31 min•Season 4Ep. 49
The McMartin Preschool Trial Part 2
We reach the end of this tragic case arising out of the great satanic panic of the 1980s. Peggy McMartin Buckey and her son Ray Buckey finally get to face their accusers.
Jan 17, 2023•27 min•Season 4Ep. 48
The McMartin Preschool Trial
The most amazing criminal case in many years occurred in a small coastal community in California in 1983. It should never be forgotten!
Dec 02, 2022•29 min•Season 4Ep. 47
The Trial of William Kidd Part 4
The notorious Kidd returns to London and faces the charge of piracy.
Oct 04, 2022•33 min•Season 3Ep. 41
Captain Kidd Part 3
The voyage of Kidd to the Indian Ocean seeking pirates and French prizes continues. Kidd deals with a hostile government, mutinous sailors and other challenges in an attempt to fulfill his commission.
Aug 16, 2022•28 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Captain Kidd Part 2
The saga of the most notorious pirate in history continues as he and his ship become known as the scourge of the seven seas. Was he in fact the villain he was reputed to be ? Hear the true story.
Jul 18, 2022•35 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Captain William Kidd Part 1
The most famous pirate in history , known throughout the world for his attacks on ships of all nations, was tried,convicted and hanged for his crimes. But was he truly guilty ? In this episode you will learn the real story of this larger than life figure.
May 09, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 37
The Fatty Arbuckle Story Part 3
The conclusion of the case in which the silent film star was charged with the death of actress Virginia Rappe.
Jan 20, 2022•24 min•Season 2Ep. 36
The Fatty Arbuckle Story Part 2
Silent film star Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle faces a jury of his peers as a result of the death young actress Virginia Rappe. Both his freedom and Career are at risk.
Dec 31, 2021•24 min•Season 2Ep. 35
The Trial of Fatty Arbuckle
He was a larger than life star in the silent era who largely fell off the screens of American theaters because of the death of a young actress at a party he hosted. Learn what really happened.
Nov 20, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Illinois V. Quinn Harrison Part 2
The trial itself occurs and showcases Abe Lincoln's brilliance as an orator, as well as his ability to speak to the common man.
Sep 18, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Illinois v. Harrison
In 1859, Abe Lincoln acted as defense counsel in the trial of Quinn Harrison, charged with the murder of Greek Crafton in Springfield Illinois. This is the story of that trial
Aug 27, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Brady v. Maryland and Prosecutorial Misconduct
One of the Landmark decisions in the ongoing effort to ensure a fair trial for all defendants is talked about in this episode. we will also examine the real world application of its principles.
Jul 08, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Sacco and Vanzetti Addendum
Hear later discover facts and final thoughts regarding this still controversial case.
Jun 03, 2021•9 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Sacco and Vanzetti Part 3
The trial of the accused men reaches its climax and the story continues to irs conclusion.
Apr 29, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Sacco and Vanzetti. Part 2
Continues the story of two Italian immigrants charged with robbery and murder in 1930 Massachusetts.
Mar 15, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Sacco and Vanzetti
In the aftermath of WWI two Italian immigrants with ties to the anarchist movement were charged with robbery and murder in a Massachusetts court in 1920. The case became known world wide when both men were sentenced to death. This is the story of those men and their trial.
Dec 04, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Trial of William Penn
Religious liberty and the power of the government collide head on in this case from Restoration England.
Oct 12, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 26
The Trial of Ossian Sweet Part 3
The story continues as the Sweet case goes to trial. An all white, all male jury sits in judgment over the eleven Black defendants as Clarence Darrow struggles to have justice prevail.
Jul 24, 2020•34 min•Season 2Ep. 25
The Trial of Ossian Sweet Part 2
The story of prosecution of 11 black people for a death occurring while defending themselves from a racist mob in 1925 Detroit continues.
Jun 19, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 24
The Trial of Ossian Sweet
In a courtroom in Detroit in 1925, ten black men and one black woman were on trial for murder. They were charged with the shooting death of a member of a mob of angry white people who were trying to drive them out of a house in a white neighborhood. Racism in the northern cities ( and in particular racial bias in policing and the justice system ) are at the core of this important case.
Jun 02, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 23
The Salem Witch Trials Part 3
The trials of accused witches and the execution of those convicted continue and reach a climax. Will no one stop the madness?
Apr 22, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 22
The Salem Witch Trials Part 2
The epidemic of accusations of witchcraft continues in and around Salem. How far will it go? How many victims will there be? Listen to part 2 of the continuing story and learn at least some of the answers.
Apr 03, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 21
The Salem Witch Trials. Part 1
In 1692 there occurred in Salem Massachusetts the greatest instance of mass hysteria in the history of America. Learn the full story and explore How and why it all happened.
Mar 20, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 20
The Trial of Galileo
In the 17th century , science and religion came into direct conflict when Galileo espoused the view that the sun , not the earth, was the center of the solar system. The Catholic church could not let this challenge to its authority go unanswered. Listen and learn about how it all played out.
Feb 26, 2020•20 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Leopold and Loeb Part 2
In this second half of the story of the infamous 1925 kidnap and murder trial of two brilliant but emotionally disturbed young sons of privilege we follow what happens after the arrest of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb. Will their brilliant lawyer, Clarence Darrow, be able to save them from hanging? Listen and find out.
Jan 08, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Leopold and Loeb Part 1
It, along with the Lindbergh Kidnapping, was dubbed the "crime of the century" when it occurred in 1920's Chicago. A 14 year old boy was kidnapped from a quiet residential street in broad daylight and then brutally and senselessly murdered by his captors. The criminals turned out to be two young men from wealthy families with the apparent motive being nothing more than a desire to prove themselves able to commit the perfect crime. Was it really that simple? Listen and learn
Dec 12, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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