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Florence, Alabama. 1988. A preacher has an affair. A woman is murdered. One death cascades into more, stretching across decades and leaving no one untouched — victims, bystanders, perpetrators, and those just trying to help. Eventually, the consequences lead to the center of a hot national debate on who should be allowed to live, who should die, and how the state should kill them.

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Kate Porterfield
A psychologist influential in discussing the emotional impact of the death penalty cases.
Episode: The Alabama Murders - Part 1: The True Church
Grant Asbell
A preacher and local guide to Florence, Alabama, discussing the church community.
Episode: The Alabama Murders - Part 1: The True Church
Lee Camp
A theologian from Lipscomb University discussing the Church of Christ.
Lipscomb University
Episode: The Alabama Murders - Part 1: The True Church
Charlie Bill
A church member sharing insights about Charles Sennett.
Episode: The Alabama Murders - Part 1: The True Church
Victor Strecher
Public health researcher and author of Life on Purpose
University of Michigan
Episode: What Is Your Life For? From Hidden Brain
Bobby Braddock
Songwriter known for his contributions to country music, including iconic sad songs.
Episode: Encore: The King of Tears
Louis Del Judice
Partner at Troutman Pepper Lock, expert in intellectual property law
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Episode: Nooks & Crannies
Jeannie C. Fromer
Vice Dean at the New York University Law School, Professor of Intellectual Property Law
New York University Law School
Episode: Nooks & Crannies
Jonathan Beyer
Former EMT, now medical director for the Berrien County Health Department
Berrien County Health Department
Episode: Running Hot

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Malcolm Gladwell
Host of Smart Talks with IBM and Revisionist History; renowned author and speaker.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 82.6k ratings
  • Too ad greedy.

    Malcolm has enough money.

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    Please- no nicknames 😊
    United States17 days ago
  • He’s awful

    He talks about what a great mom his mom was and that Shes a mental health professional. THEN starts selling ‘Better Health” like a dog! Inexcusable! Hawking a nestle company?! And a company that sells user personal date!???? Will never listen to this grifter again.

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    Dan22##
    United States17 days ago
  • Sad-ill

    It’s a shame such an interesting story has to be narrated by as unreliable a narrator as Gladwell. His editorializing and botching of any metaphor he tries to apply is exhausting. Same dude who alleges that the “submissive culture of Korea” is the cause of higher rates of plane crashes on Korean airlines…

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    ozarkmagic
    United States17 days ago
  • Written by people who hate the south

    I am a southerner and I was really enjoying about the first 2 1/2 episodes. At some point in episode three the writers have decided To take aim at Alabama because it is a southern state. They want you to believe that Alabama did away with judicial override many many many years after the other three states that had it. The reality is that Delaware only did away with it in 2016. That’s one year earlier than Alabama. The writers then go on to say that Alabama does not want to admit to or try to cor... more

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    Airy37
    United States17 days ago
  • Too many ads and

    Wayyyyy too many ads. And I am not using another streaming service. No matter how much you want to “push” it on me.

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Q: Could you just tell me the story of when you became a veteran?
JR Martinez declined to share specifics of his personal story regarding becoming a veteran.
The Alabama Murders - Part 3: A Peculiar Institution
Q: Can you tell us about Parker?
Parker was described as an 18-year-old from a good family, who had faced childhood trauma and drug problems, and seemed to be in over his head during the events leading to Elizabeth Sennett's murder.
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Q: What's the thread that links the influences you mentioned?
The common thread among these influences is that they created music that really resonated with me, helping me see and feel the world in profound ways.
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Q: Can you explain to a heathen New York City audience how, who Amy Grant is and why she's important?
Amy Grant is a significant figure in contemporary Christian music, having pioneered the genre and achieved crossover pop success. Her early work laid the foundation for blending faith-based songwriting with mainstream music, making her a beloved artist.
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Q: How did Julia's health challenges influence your understanding of a meaningful life?
It prompted me to think seriously about how to live my life, realizing I must focus on what matters and leave a meaningful legacy.

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This podcast explores the overlooked and misunderstood aspects of history, society, and culture. Each episode reexamines an event, person, idea, or song, posing critical questions about whether past interpretations were accurate. The discussions often intertwine personal anecdotes, significant research, and cultural critiques, presenting a blend of storytelling that captivates the audience. Unique to this series is its ability to connect historical context to contemporary issues, making it relevant for today's listeners. With a focus on engaging narratives and intellectual depth, this podcast is likely to appeal to those interested in critical thinking and the multifaceted nature of history.

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