Yesterday

What Comes After Humans? Chapter Two: The Next Dominant Species

Let's imagine the worst scenario for civilization: humans, for one reason or another, go extinct. What will rise from the ashes of the Anthropocene to take their place? In the second part of this two-part series, Ben, Matt and Dylan explore the possible candidates, from various h ... Show More

52m 8s

Oct 9

Listener Mail: Big Tobacco, Kaikōura Lights Theories, Post-Snuff Messages and More

The Chef calls in with a fascinating theory on the Kaikōura lights. Nemesis shares an inside look at Big Tobacco, answering Ben's earlier question about smoking inside (and much more). In the wake of the infamous Snuff episode, multiple Conspiracy Realists reach out with jokes, p ... Show More

55m 39s

Oct 8

What Comes After Humans? Chapter One: A Brief, Brightly Burning Light

Humans! Seems like they're everywhere these days. They've also been great for our show, so thanks! Anyhow, the Age of the Anthropocene has fundamentally altered the natural world -- and, no matter what happens, the legacy of the human will remain long after the actual species is ... Show More

49m 37s

Jun 2023

Searching for Justice at Guantanamo: Tainted evidence and the fight for accountability

When the prison at Guantanamo Bay was opened, it was announced that it would hold terror suspects, picked up by the US in their War on Terror. It quickly became a dungeon that tortured its inmates and violated some of the most basic principles of humanity. Subsequent presidents, ... Show More

31m 43s

Sep 2017

Coming Soon: Stay Tuned with Preet

Join Preet Bharara, the former U.S. Attorney who fought corruption, financial fraud and violent crime, in a series about justice and fairness. Coming Wednesday, September 20th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho ... Show More

1m 47s

May 2012

What is the future of Earth?

What will the Earth be like in 5,000 or 50,000 years? In this far-sighted episode, Josh and Chuck explore how Earth may change over time. Listen in to learn more about humanity's odds of survival -- and how technology just might save us. Learn more about your ad-choices at https: ... Show More

33m 32s

Dec 2021

Unsung Heroes of the Court

Attorneys and judges get all the press. What about bailiffs, court reporters and sketch artists? Yeah, let's give them their due. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

46m 36s

Sep 2021

The Australian Prison Break of 1876, Part 2

In the second part of this two-part series, the guys return to the astonishing story of the Catalpa, exploring how the men prepared for and committed the actual jailbreak -- and how they got away. Listen in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc ... Show More

31m 34s

Jul 2019

The Genesee River Killer - Part One [03]

Arthur Shawcross was paroled after less than 15 years in prison. Had the authorities known what was next, they never would have let him out. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23m 9s

Feb 2023

Inside Story: Life in Prison, As Told by Formerly Incarcerated People

For people who have not experienced it, life in prison can seem unimaginable. So reporters who have themselves been incarcerated can offer an important perspective when covering the prison system. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Lawrence Bartley, host of the new series Inside Story ... Show More

10m 40s

Jan 2022

2 Out Of 3 Aint Bad

Hour 1 of Friday's A&G pays tribute to the late Meat Loaf, who passed away today. A preview of the upcoming NFL weekends. El Chapo lived pretty well in prison. Of course, your C.O.W. and an extended mailbag. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com ... Show More

37m 28s

Aug 2020

Introducing Criminalia Season 1: Lady Poisoners

Humans have always committed crimes. What can we learn from the criminals and crimes of the past, and have humans gotten better or worse over time? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2m 2s

Guantanamo Bay, Part Two: The Future