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Buried Truths

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Racism
Mental Health
Clarence Pickett
Police Brutality
Clarence Horatious Pickett
Columbus, Georgia
Civil Rights
Battle Of Peleliu
Jim Crow
Milledgeville State Hospital
World War II
Law Enforcement
Medicine
Race
Health Disparities
Racism In Healthcare
Eugene Sledge
Joe Cameron
Frank Pomeroy
Eugenics

“Buried Truths” acknowledges and unearths still-relevant stories of injustice, racism, and resistance in the American South. We can’t change our history, but we can let it guide us to understanding. The podcast is hosted by journalist, professor, and Pulitzer-prize-winning author Hank Klibanoff.

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The Columbus police investigate one of their own, Joe Cameron in the Reverend Pickett’s death and come up with a surprising conclusion. Meanwhile, J. Edgar Hoover sends in the FBI.

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Did the World War II battle of Peleliu, where more than 20,000 American and Japanese combatants fought on an island they could walk across, shape Rev. Pickett’s fate?

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How medical myths about Black people led American health care to fail Clarence Pickett in 1957. It is a tragedy that, 70 years later, is still failing African-Americans.

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Rev. Clarence Pickett’s final days: his arrest, his beating and how he saw a doctor one day and was dead the next.

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Hank Klibanoff
Host of Buried Truths, a journalist, professor, and Pulitzer-prize-winning author.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Great podcast!

    It shows the human side of history. Every season is worth a listen. It just keeps getting better!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LexGator
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great job!

    Quite simply the best new podcast I’ve listened to this year.

    Edit: the best podcast, period!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Revans50
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    This is a wonderful podcast! I am finishing season 4 now, and I’m so thankful for all the people involved in telling this story. These stories need to be heard! Definitely worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SPC 2011
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Beacon of Hope

    This podcast leaves a profound impression. I’m awed and humbled by the work done from students at Georgia State University. I was once a student of Georgia State University, and I find myself reflecting on all the lives I interacted with, but never knew. That’s what the show gave me. It offered a chance to see and glimpse the lives of people I never knew. My world is broader, and my horizon further because of it. Amidst the sorrow and suffering, I feel hope. if I were to sum up this podcast, I w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eluadin
    United States2 years ago
  • Close to home

    I was born in Albany. Drove through Dawson hundreds of times. The racist South was no mystery to me. My grandfather (German Jew escaped in 1939) settled and thrived in Americus, ga where the court case failed the Brazier family. I was raised to abhor racists. I wished many times during this 4th season that I could ask what they remembered and I nderstois about the Brazier murder. They did read the Albany Herald after 1960. I am not surprised by the racist police. But I am about the brazen evil ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dramfam
    United States2 years ago

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The show is commended for its well-researched narratives and the storytelling skills of the host, which effectively engage the audience in complex topics.
Audience members express gratitude for shedding light on underreported histories, with many articulating a sense of hope for the future based on the lessons drawn from the past.
Listeners praise the podcast for its profound storytelling and emotional depth, highlighting the importance of uncovering historical injustices.
Many reviews note the educational value, emphasizing that the content resonates with ongoing social issues and encourages reflection on race relations.

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What is Buried Truths about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content frequently explores themes of injustice, systemic racism, and the historical narratives surrounding these issues in the American South. Featuring deeply researched stories, it brings to light the experiences of individuals, particularly within the Black community, often uncovering the harsh realities of past and present societal biases. The storytelling is enriched by expert interviews and firsthand accounts that collectively underscore the importance of understanding history to inform current discussions about race and justice. Unique elements include a focus on lesser-known, yet impactful stories and a commitment to educational value, engaging audiences through poignant historical relevance and emotional depth.

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Buried Truths launched 8 years ago and published 64 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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