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Dec 2024
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61. True Crime Ethics with Brett Talley

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Brett Talley, co-host of The Prosecutors and Legal Briefs podcasts, joins Julia Cowley for an insightful discussion on ethics in true crime. We explore the responsibilities of creators when presenting sensitive cases, the balance between storytelling and respecting victims, and the impact of true crime content on the justice system.

 

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