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Pt. 1: The Hughson Bank Robbery/Sheriff Billy Joe Dickens Aug 16, 2021

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In January of 1970, the Central Valley National Bank in Hughson, CA was robbed by two men. This robbery led to a murder and one of the largest manhunts in Stanislaus County History. In this episode we share the details of the robbery and the beginning of the manhunt for two dangerous criminals.
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A Conversation about Juvenile Justice Aug 02, 2021

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In this episode, we talk talk about the recent Supreme Court decision of Jones vs Mississippi and juvenile justice in general
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Jane Doe #40 Jul 19, 2021

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On May 28, 1974, an unidentified woman was found murdered on Alamitos in Long Beach, California. After 39 years police find who committed the crime but one mystery still remains: What is the identity of the woman? In this episode we cover the crime, the search for her murderer and clues to the identity of Jane Doe #40.
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The Murder of Gwen Araujo Pt 5 Jun 21, 2021

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It would take multiple trials for the murders of Gwen Arajuo to be brought to justice. Prejudice, bigotry, and the cry of “Trans Panic” would shield the murders for a time. But it would not be long until they would face their judgment. Was justice served? Did the punishment fit the crime? Join us as we discuss the final trial as well as the laws that have been put in place as a result of this crime.
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The Murder of Gwen Araujo Pt 4 Jun 14, 2021

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In 2002, Gwen Aruajo was murdered by four men she considered friends during a party at their home. A rumor, a confession, and a thorough investigation would pinpoint just who had committed this murder. But a trial that only highlighted issues of obtaining justice for a transgender victim would mean that holding the murderers accountable would be far more difficult. In this episode we talk about the mistrial, the jury experience and the continued quest for justice.
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The Murder of Gwen Araujo Pt 3 Jun 07, 2021

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In this episode we relive Gwen Araujo’s last terrifying hours on Earth. After being beaten, strangled, tied up, and hit with a shovel, her murderers would drive over two hours to dispose of her body after which they would celebrate with a McDonalds breakfast. We discuss the police investigation and first trial, along with the issues of Transphobia, homophobia, and sexism.
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The Murder of Gwen Araujo Pt 2 May 31, 2021

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As an adolescent, Gwen Araujo will suffer bullying at the hands of those around her, even while her family accepted and supported her. In this episode we discuss Gwen’s life during the summer of 2004, and her introduction to a new friend group. These new friends would turn out to be another group that would judge, ridicule, and abuse her, this time, however, this abuse would lead to her murder.
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The Murder of Gwen Araujo Pt 1 May 31, 2021

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In the early morning hours of Oct 4th 2002 four men, who were hosting a house party in a quiet Newark, CA suburb, took part in the slaying of a 17yr old girl. They would beat, strangle, and eventually kill Gwen Araujo for the crime of being born in the wrong body. In this episode we look at the life of Gwen and the community that she grew up in. We also discuss some of the history of the fight for Trans Rights here in California.
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A Conversation about Police Violence Apr 12, 2021

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An impromptu conversation about the recent murder of Sarah Everard and how it relates to violent crimes perpetrated by police in America. California True Crime discusses the issues that have been highlighted by this murder and connections to the Cara Knott case covered in an earlier episode, as well as some startling statistics on the rates of violence against women by police officers in uniform and some of the systemic issues that are in place that act as a roadblock to studying, and ultimately stopping these types of crimes.
https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/sarah-everard-case-shows-society-s-rules-women-don-t-ncna1261298
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Yearly Wrap Up Jan 25, 2021

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It's that time again. In this episode we look back on some of the episodes that we have covered, talk about things happening in California, read some reviews, and we also answer some questions about ourselves that you might not know.
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