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Episode Notes Books The Riot Within: My Journey from Rebellion to Redemption Rodney King’s autobiography exploring his life before and after the 1991 beating. https://www.amazon.com/Riot-Within-Journey-Rebellion-Redemption/dp/0062194437 Presumed Guilty: The Tragedy of the Rodney King Affair By Sgt. Stacey Koon, offering his controversial viewpoint on the LAPD and trial. https://www.amazon.com/Presumed-Guilty-Tragedy-Rodney-Affair/dp/0895265079 Official Negligence: How Rodney King and the Riots Changed Los Angeles and the LAPD Lou Cannon’s definitive, investigative book on the King beating, trial, and 1992 LA Riots. https://www.amazon.com/Official-Negligence-Rodney-Changed-Angeles/dp/0813337259 The Contested Murder of Latasha Harlins: Justice, Gender, and the Origins of the LA Riots By Brenda E. Stevenson. Though not about King directly, this book explores key events that shaped the LA uprising. https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-contested-murder-of-latasha-harlins-9780199944576 Race, Media, and the Crisis of Civil Society: From Watts to Rodney King By Ronald N. Jacobs — examines media framing and public opinion during civil unrest. https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/race-media-and-the-crisis-of-civil-society/5A3F4F3D1E7F4D6D9F5F1E6F1E6F1E6F 📰 Articles & Reference Pages Rodney King - Biography.com Covers his early life, the beating, trials, and legacy. https://www.biography.com/crime/rodney-king Rodney King (1965–2012) - BlackPast.org A concise scholarly biography with links to archival content. https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/king-rodney-1965/ The Rodney King Beating Trial - Famous Trials Curated by law professor Douglas Linder, this archive includes trial transcripts and media reports. https://famous-trials.com/lapd/575-links 🎥 Media & Video Rodney King: Original Beating Video (FBI Archives) Original video hosted via FBI’s online Vault. https://vault.fbi.gov/rodney-king/video/rodney-king-video Meet Rodney King: 17 Years After the Riots - LAist A retrospective interview with King on life after the 1992 unrest. https://laist.com/news/meet-rodney-king

28 Apr 13min

Episode Notes Books The Biography of Ruby Franke by Annie Press https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-biography-of-ruby-franke/id6479947211 Ruby Franke Biography: The Untold Story of the Rise and Fall of a Family Influencer by Harrison O. Joseph https://bookshop.org/p/books/ruby-franke-biography-the-untold-story-of-the-rise-and-fall-of-a-family-influencer-harrison-o-joseph/22406761 🎙️ Podcasts Some Place Under Neith (Last Podcast Network) – While there is no single episode explicitly titled after Ruby Franke, episodes focusing on family vloggers and online abuse touch on themes relevant to her case. For updates: https://www.lastpodcastnetwork.com/spun The Rise and Fall of Ruby Franke – Wondery (Check Wondery's official feed or partner networks) https://wondery.com/shows/the-rise-and-fall-of-ruby-franke/ Last Podcast on the Left – Commentary episodes on extreme parenting and cult dynamics often include discussion relevant to Ruby Franke’s ideology. https://open.spotify.com/show/3yZg2MCkf31pPXiG4nznrg Reddit Podcast Recommendations: Ruby Franke – Discussion thread for curated podcast episodes on Ruby Franke https://www.reddit.com/r/podcasts/comments/18qcv9b/best_podcast_series_or_episode_covering_the_ruby/ 📰 Articles & Reports The Story of Ruby Franke’s Chilling Spiral from Popular 'Momfluencer' to Convicted Felon – Biography.com https://www.biography.com/crime/a60319774/ruby-franke-story Utah adds protections for child influencers following YouTuber Ruby Franke’s child abuse conviction – AP News https://apnews.com/article/ruby-franke-youtube-child-abuse-utah-influencer-law-2024-5b4b2e3ad2a99e11ae40e44d9702b22c ‘Devil in the Family’ Trailer: Hulu’s Ruby Franke True-Crime Docuseries Reveals Dark Side of Influencer Culture – Time https://time.com/7261390/ruby-franke-devil-in-the-family-hulu-true-story/ 📺 Documentary / Docuseries Devil in the Family – Hulu Docuseries on Ruby Franke (announced 2024) https://www.hulu.com/series/devil-in-the-family

21 Apr 28min

Episode Notes Miami Drug War Overview This article provides a comprehensive look at the Miami drug war, highlighting the Dadeland Mall shooting on July 11, 1979, as a pivotal event that initiated the conflict. It details how two Colombian drug gang members entered a liquor store, resulting in a deadly shootout. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miami_drug_war 'Dadeland Mall Massacre': 40th Anniversary Reflection Published by NBC Miami, this piece reflects on the 40th anniversary of the Dadeland Mall shooting, offering insights into the events of that day and its impact on Miami's history. https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/dadeland-mall-massacre-thursday-marks-40th-anniversary-of-cocaine-cowboys-shootout/127956/ Dadeland Mall History The Wikipedia entry for Dadeland Mall includes a section on the 1979 shooting, providing context about the mall's history and the significance of the event within that timeline. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dadeland_Mall Miami Herald Coverage An article from the Miami Herald delves into the details of the Dadeland Mall shootout, describing it as a significant event in the 1979 Cocaine Cowboys era. https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/kendall/article231644003.html Griselda Blanco's Involvement This Yahoo Lifestyle article discusses Griselda Blanco, a notorious figure in the drug trade, and her alleged connection to the Dadeland Mall shooting, providing a broader context of the drug wars in Miami. https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/she-murdered-drop-hat-bloody-091538227.html HistoryMiami Museum's Commemoration A Facebook post by the HistoryMiami Museum marks the anniversary of the Dadeland Massacre, offering historical insights and photographs related to the event. https://www.facebook.com/HistoryMiami360/photos/onthisday-in-1979-the-dadeland-massacre-occurred-prompting-the-start-of-the-coca/798697206829676/ Personal Accounts and Reflections An article by Lynn Waddell on the HistoryMiami Museum website provides personal reflections and accounts related to the Dadeland Mall shooting and its aftermath. https://historymiami.org/lynn-waddell-2/ Guerra contra las drogas en Miami This Spanish-language Wikipedia article offers an in-depth look at the drug wars in Miami, including details about the Dadeland Mall shooting and its role in escalating the conflict. https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guerra_contra_las_drogas_en_Miami

14 Apr 15min

Casey Anthony Case – Selected Bibliography Books: Ashton, Jeff. Imperfect Justice: Prosecuting Casey Anthony. HarperCollins, 2011. https://www.harpercollins.com/products/imperfect-justice-jeff-ashton Baez, Jose. Presumed Guilty: Casey Anthony: The Inside Story. BenBella Books, 2012. https://benbellabooks.com/shop/presumed-guilty/ Documentaries & Media: Casey Anthony: An American Murder Mystery (2017). Investigation Discovery. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6970464/ Where the Truth Lies: Casey Anthony Speaks (2022). Peacock. https://www.peacocktv.com/watch/asset/tv/casey-anthony-where-the-truth-lies/20c5031f-187c-35ef-a4e8-163dcda1ffdc News Coverage & Analysis: CNN Justice Archive: The Casey Anthony Trial https://www.cnn.com/SPECIALS/2011/casey.anthony.trial/index.html "Casey Anthony Verdict: Not Guilty of Murder" — New York Times, July 5, 2011 https://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/06/us/06casey.html "Jurors Explain Their Casey Anthony Verdicts" — ABC News, July 7, 2011 https://abcnews.go.com/US/casey-anthony-juror-verdict/story?id=14021244 Court Records & Evidence: Orange County Clerk of Courts: State of Florida v. Casey Marie Anthony https://myeclerk.myorangeclerk.com/CaseDetails?caseId=5612143 Florida Department of Law Enforcement: Casey Anthony Evidence Archive https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/casey-anthony-documents.aspx

7 Apr 7min

Episode Notes Books: "Tears of Rage: From Grieving Father to Crusader for Justice: The Untold Story of the Adam Walsh Case" Authors: John Walsh and Susan Schindehette Description: John Walsh recounts the tragic loss of his son, Adam, and his transformation into a leading advocate for missing children. "Frustrated Witness!: The Complete Story of the Adam Walsh Case and Police Misconduct" Author: Willis Morga Description: An exploration of the Adam Walsh case, focusing on alleged police misconduct and alternative theories regarding the perpetrator. "The Unsolved Murder of Adam Walsh - Book One: Finding the Killer. Did Jeffrey Dahmer Kidnap Adam Walsh?" Author: Arthur Jay Harris Description: Investigates the possibility of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer's involvement in Adam Walsh's abduction and murder. "The Unsolved Murder of Adam Walsh - Book Two: Finding the Victim" Apple Author: Arthur Jay Harris Description: Continues the investigation into the Adam Walsh case, focusing on the discovery and identification of Adam's remains. Link: Official Reports and Articles: "Detective Mark Smith's Report on the Abduction and Murder of Adam Walsh" Description: An official report detailing the investigation into Adam Walsh's disappearance and murder. "Adam's Story: How His Parents Galvanized a Missing Children's Movement" Description: An article from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children discussing the impact of Adam's case on child protection laws and initiatives. "The Loss of Innocence in America's Childhood: The Adam Walsh Murder and the Media's Impact on the Culture and Legislation" Author: Casey D. Albritton ProQuest Description: A scholarly analysis of how Adam Walsh's murder influenced media coverage, public perception, and subsequent legislation. Documentaries and Films: "Adam" (1983) Description: A television film dramatizing the events surrounding Adam Walsh's abduction and the subsequent efforts to find him. "The Adam Walsh Story" (1983) Description: A documentary providing an in-depth look at the case and its impact on child safety laws in the United States

31 Mar 6min

Episode Notes This story is covered in Chris Garcia's Food and Crime - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/food-and-crime-chris-garcia/1143372736

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Websites Charles Manson Biography – Britannica https://www.britannica.com/biography/Charles-Manson The Manson Family Murders – Crime Museum https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/serial-killers/the-manson-family/ The Manson Murders – The History Channel https://www.history.com/topics/crime/manson-family FBI Vault: Charles Manson Case Files https://vault.fbi.gov/Charles%20Manson The Manson Family – Helter Skelter Forum Archive http://www.mansonfamilytoday.info/ L.A. Times Manson Archive – Original News Coverage https://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-manson/ California Court Records – The Charles Manson Case https://www.courts.ca.gov/35471.htm Podcasts You Must Remember This – "Charles Manson’s Hollywood" https://www.youmustrememberthispodcast.com/episodes/charlesmansonhollywood1 Real Crime Profile – The Manson Family Murders https://wondery.com/shows/real-crime-profile/episode/manson-family-murders The Last Podcast on the Left – Charles Manson Series https://www.lastpodcastontheleft.com/episodes/manson-family Stuff You Should Know – How Charles Manson Worked https://www.iheart.com/podcast/stuff-you-should-know-26940277/episode/how-charles-manson-worked-29036007/ Hollywood Crime Scene – The Manson Murders Deep Dive https://www.hollywoodcrimescenepodcast.com/manson-murders-series Podcast Episodes (Dedicated Single Episodes) Murder Mile – The Manson Murders https://www.murdermiletours.com/podcast/manson-family-murders Uncover: Escaping NXIVM – Charles Manson Special https://www.cbc.ca/radio/uncover/escaping-nxivm/bonus-charles-manson-and-the-making-of-a-cult-1.4896299 Morbid: A True Crime Podcast – The Manson Family Crimes https://open.spotify.com/episode/1cIjwKeG3n6sZaJ5fNA1gU Cult Liter – The Manson Family Tapes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cult-liter-with-spencer-henry/id1436376574 Parcast Presents: Cults – Charles Manson https://www.parcast.com/cults/charlesmanson Books Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders – Vincent Bugliosi & Curt Gentry https://www.harpercollins.com/products/helter-skelter-vincent-bugliosicurt-gentry Member of the Family: My Story of Charles Manson – Dianne Lake https://www.harpercollins.com/products/member-of-the-family-dianne-lake Manson: The Life and Times of Charles Manson – Jeff Guinn https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Manson/Jeff-Guinn/9781451645170 The Long Prison Journey of Leslie Van Houten: Life Beyond The Cult – Karlene Faith https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/the-long-prison-journey-of-leslie-van-houten The Family: The Story of Charles Manson’s Dune Buggy Attack Battalion – Ed Sanders https://www.dauntbooks.co.uk/shop/books/the-family-ed-sanders/ Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties – Tom O’Neill https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/tom-oneill/chaos/9780316477550/ Reflexion: Hollywood, Helter Skelter and Beyond – Lynette Fromme https://www.amazon.com/Reflexion-Hollywood-Helter-Skelter-Beyond/dp/0578611411 Witness to Evil: Inside the Trial of Charles Manson – George Bishop https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Witness-to-Evil/George-Bishop/9781982147033 Documentaries Inside the Manson Cult: The Lost Tapes (2018) https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tv/manson-cult-the-lost-tapes Manson: The Final Words (2017) https://www.reelz.com/manson-final-words The Six Degrees of Helter Skelter (2009) https://www.amazon.com/Six-Degrees-Helter-Skelter/dp/B002NH9CXY Manson’s Missing Victims (2008) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1191155/ Charles Manson: The Man Who Killed the Sixties (2022) https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0012nvl The Family: Inside the Manson Cult (2019) https://www.netflix.com/title/81058366 Truth and Lies: The Family Manson (2017) https://abcnews.go.com/2020/fullpage/charles-manson-family-murders-51386894 Helter Skelter: An American Myth (2020) https://www.sho.com/helter-skelter-an-american-myth Movies & Dramatizations Helter Skelter (1976) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074626/ Helter Skelter (2004) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0383393/ Charlie Says (2018) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1759744/ Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7131622/ The Haunting of Sharon Tate (2019) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7976208/ House of Manson (2014) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3104274/ Live Freaky! Die Freaky! (2006) – A bizarre animated musical based on the Manson murders https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0138936/ Manson Family Movies (1984) – An experimental film recreating events from the Family’s perspective https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089486/Episode Notes Notes go here

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