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True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion with Alexis Knight

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 True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion with Alexis KnightDive into the complexities of justice with "True Crime: The Court of Public Opinion," where we explore real-life cases through three thought-provoking categories: Under the Influence, Mad or Bad, and Murder or Self-Defense.Each episode dissects a controversial crime, challenging you to question the motives, mental states, and legal outcomes that shape our understanding of guilt and innocence. Was the suspect manipulated into their actions, suffering from a deep mental illness, or simply making a choice between life and death?Join host Alexis Knight as she presents the facts, examines the arguments, and invites you to render your verdict in the court of public opinion. Your perspective could change everything.#truecrime, #courtofpublicopinionThis podcast will feature real-life stories from police officers, crime scene investigators, survivors of violent crimes and more. We'll share stories about how police investigate, assess and solve criminal cases, how 911 calls can provide valuable information to police and how crime victims can seek justice. Every episode will feature a different story, providing a unique insight into the world of law enforcement and crime. We'll bring you interviews with experts from the police force, crime scene investigation teams, prosecutors, defense attorneys, victims and more. We'll explore the impact of crime on individuals and communities. We'll also examine the ethical and legal issues that arise in criminal cases, and the efforts of police to protect the public and bring criminals to justice. We'll be discussing the latest news and developments in the criminal justice system, and the implications of new laws and policies on the safety of communities. We'll also provide valuable resources to help those affected by crime, and look at the impact of crime on the mental health of communities. We hope you'll join us as we explore the world of crime and justice, one episode at a time.true crime is a nonfiction literary, podcast, and film genre in which the author examines an actual crime and details the actions of real people. The crimes most commonly include murder; about 40 percent focus on tales of serial killers.As much as we love listening to a celebrity interview or cultural discussion, there’s nothing quite like a true crime podcast to keep you hooked for hours on end.There’s a reason why so many true crime series have climbed the podcast charts over the years – from the genre-defining brilliance of Serial to the unexpected twists and turns of Sweet Bobby, true crime is the genre that just keeps on giving.True crime has never been more popular than it is today, as evidenced by the astonishing number of podcasts, TV shows, and documentaries dedicated to the genre. At its core, however, true crime is a type of nonfiction literature. From influential works like Truman Capote’s In Cold Blood (1966) to modern-day investigations such as Michelle McNamara’s I’ll Be Gone in the Dark (2018) or Elon Green’s Last Call (2021), such narratives are unique in the way they connect with their readers, precisely because they explore harrowing real-life events that could happen to anyone.Want to know more about true crime? Here we define the genre, take a fascinating look at its origins, and cover some of its common themes.The Definition of “True Crime”It seems like the definition of true crime would be obvious: A story about a crime that actually occurred. Indeed, most true crime books explore dark and distressing subject matter, and reader discretion is advised. Granted, the first rule of true crime is that the narrative must include as many nitty-gritty facts about the case as possible: Readers expect the actual names of people involved and the correct time and place, information about what they did, and as many details of the crime and its investigation as the author can dig up.True crime books can be about a single event, like a kidnapping. They can also be about the collective crimes of serial killers, thieves, or cult leaders. However narrow or broad the focus, the best true crime books deliver well-researched, finely written examinations of the case at hand.But the wealth of details is just half of what makes true crime so popular with readers. The most talented true crime authors excel at presenting the facts of a case while vividly re-creating the atmosphere that surrounded the crime. They put criminals and their victims in context by establishing elements like the political climate of the day, the history of a town, or the struggles faced by a particular community. They dig into everyone’s motives, then weigh these motives against the actions and developments they document. They re-create dialogue as faithfully as possible, although of course sometimes it’s necessary to take artistic liberties.In other words, the most popular true crime authors transport readers to the scene of the crime, with all ...True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion with Alexis Knight Politics & Government Science Social Sciences True Crime
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  • Verdict Watch: Karen Read, Diddy, and the Fall of Power l Alexis Knight: True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion

    Verdict Watch: Karen Read, Diddy, and the Fall of Power l Alexis Knight: True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion
    Jun 18 2025
    Verdict Watch: Karen Read, Diddy, and the Fall of Power l Alexis Knight: True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion

    Two high-profile trials. Two very different defendants. One moment of reckoning.
    This week, we break down what’s happening inside the courtroom — and outside of it — as the jury deliberates in the Karen Read trial and Sean “Diddy” Combs faces federal charges under RICO.

    We explore:
    The Karen Read case — where small-town politics, law enforcement loyalty, and public division are all colliding

    What RICO really means in the Diddy case — and why it’s terrifying for the music industry

    What happens if Diddy is found guilty — and why a not guilty verdict might still destroy his legacy

    Why media outlets like TMZ are working overtime to control the narrative

    And how these trials mirror the rise and fall of power in America — whether you're a professor in Massachusetts or a global music mogul

    Because the question isn’t just what happens in court —

    It’s what happens when people stop being afraid to speak.


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    49 mins
  • While You Wait for Diddy and Read...The Unbelievable was Happening l Alexis Knight True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion

    While You Wait for Diddy and Read...The Unbelievable was Happening l Alexis Knight True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion
    Jun 17 2025
    While You Wait for Diddy and Read...The Unbelievable was Happening l Alexis Knight True Crime & The Court of Public Opinion

    While you were watching livestreams and courtroom drama unfold around Karen Read and Sean “Diddy” Combs, the real legal earthquakes were happening quietly—off-camera, underreported, and far more dangerous.

    In this episode, Alexis Knight exposes four powerful trials and investigations that reveal just how far institutions will go to protect power, ignore victims, and delay justice. From Uber’s sexual assault lawsuits and a deadly police raid in Houston, to the UK’s legal reckoning over child rape laws, and the poisonous legacy of PFAS chemicals in your water, this is the courtroom truth they hope you’re too distracted to notice. Because while the headlines were trending, justice was being buried.

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    48 mins
  • Headline Lies: Lie, Post, Repeat: How 10 Headlines Fooled Millions This Week l Alexis Knight

    Headline Lies: Lie, Post, Repeat: How 10 Headlines Fooled Millions This Week l Alexis Knight
    Jun 16 2025
    Headline Lies: Lie, Post, Repeat: How 10 Headlines Fooled Millions This Week l Alexis Knight

    From AI soldiers to non-existent stabbings, fake wildfires to imaginary lab mice, this week’s headlines were an all-you-can-eat buffet of misinformation — and millions of people swallowed it whole. In this episode of Headline Lies, we break down the ten most viral and deceptive stories from the past few days.

    What did they say? What did people believe? And what the hell really happened?

    Spoiler: If it made you feel something before you thought about it, it was probably a lie.
    This is your Monday reset — bold, brutal, and based in truth.


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    48 mins
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