
For two and a half years, Emily Bazelon has been following people through a special court in New York designed to be a speedy machine for the harsh punishment of illegal gun possession. Along the way, a strange thing happened—the politics outside the courtroom started to change when a new generation of activists and insiders began challenging the old system the gun court was part of.
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I really enjoyed this podcast. The story line flowed nice and was easy to follow plus it was hard hitting truth about the justice system in America. Well spoken and articulated by the narrator as well.
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Highly recommend. Hoping this otherwise substance-less review rises above the review that meaninglessly critiques the podcast’s use of the word “like” as unprofessional. 1) Elitist. 2) To the extent that persons interviewed use the word “like,” they are narrating their experiences. Most of us humans use the word “like” or other fillers in conversation. 3) I tracked every use by Emily Bazelon of the word “like.” She uses the word when making comparisons. A listener may prefer “such as” or “for ex... more
Criminal justice can be a boring, complicated, lawyer-y topic but this podcast makes it interesting. Very well narrated, extremely informative and well researched! Highly recommended
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A deep-dive narrative following how a New York gun-possession court operates as a fast-track justice system, with reporters tracing what happens to defendants, victims, and the broader political climate surrounding punishment. Across episodes, the show layers legal analysis, civil rights considerations, and activism—exploring how courtroom decisions interact with politics, media scrutiny, and public policy. Noteworthy is the blend of investigative storytelling with expert interview segments that illuminate legal principles and democratic accountability, making it compelling for listeners who care about justice, governance, and the limits of punishment.
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