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Policing as Fetishized Power: The Case of Daniel Holtzclaw May 15, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be discussing Daniel Holtzclaw, the Oklahoma City police officer who was convicted of multiple counts of rape in 2015. We discuss how power plays into sexual violence and how policing is inherently linked to oppressive power and dominance. Tune in.

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Fetanyl Grandma: How a Police Union is linked to Drug Trafficking May 01, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be discussing Joanne Segovia, the executive director of the San Jose police Union who was recently arrested for unlawfully trafficking fentanyl. We ask what patterns can we name in polices role in bringing drugs into communities in order to criminalize and oppress those same communities. Tune in.

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What to do When the Police Harass you: COPA and Jerome's Story Apr 24, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be discussing what to do if you experience police misconduct, taking a deeper dive into the COPA process s well as hearing about one man’s first hand experience with the system. We ask how do police accountability reforms function and who do they serve? Tune in. Jerome’s Cash App $roniedwards1330 Follow us on Instagram: @thinbluecrimepod And TikTok: @thinbluecrime Link to everything

Mass Shooting by a Cop: The Case of Tyler James Peterson Apr 17, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be talking about the role of sheriff’s in American law enforcement and the story of Tyler James Peterson, a deputy sheriff and part-time officer with the Crandon PD who went on a violent rampage after a break up. Tune in.

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Convicting a Child for Police Crimes: Lakeith Smith Apr 10, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be taking a deeper look the case of Lakeith Smith, the man currently serving a 30 year sentence for the police murder of his friend when he was 15. What does it mean when the police are legally backed to convict citizens of their own crimes? Tune in.

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Unionize the Pups!! Cops in the Culture Apr 03, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be taking a deeper look at paw patrol and the ways in which capitalism and the police state appear in media. We ask is paw patrol copaganda? Who is controlling the pups? And how can the connection we draw here be extended into our greater culture? Tune in.

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The Police are allowed to rob you: The Case of Eddie Hicks Mar 27, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, we discuss some of americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. This week we will be taking a deeper look at civil forfeiture and the upcoming Chicago mayoral election through the story of Eddie Hicks, a 30 year police veteran who went on the run after years of robbing and terrorizing low income communities in Chicago. We ask what truly classifies a gang and how is that different from policing as we know it? Tune in.

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Neutrality is not an Option: Cop City Part 2 Mar 20, 2023

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, each week we will discuss some of Americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. Today we will be discussing the continued resistance and state violence surrounding the development of Cop City. With updates on both the killing of Tortuguita and the arrest of 23 demonstrators, we ask what this means for the future of organizing and who’s voice will the state attempt to silence next? Tune in.

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Punisher Police: A gang of Milwaukee officers Mar 13, 2023

Today we will be discussing the case of Daniel Masarik, Jon Bartlett, Andrew Spengler, Joseph Schabel, Jon Clausing, Joseph Stromei, Ryan Lemke and Ryan Packard. A gang of Miluawkee police officers who brutally beat two men at a party. But what happens when you call the police on the police? Tune in.

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Cops in the Culture: From Charlie Chaplin to Olivia Benson Mar 06, 2023

In today's episode, we will be taking a deeper dive into the history of police portrayals in media. From Charlie Chaplin to Olivia Benson, when did cops become the protagonist and where are these good cops when the credits roll? Tune in.

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BONUS Episode: Albert Woodfox from Redacted History Mar 03, 2023

Hey thin blue crime fam. If you listened to our episode on Charles Becker, New York's crookedest cop, you might remember our friend Andre White of redacted history. We’re bringing you a recent episode of his on Albert Woodfox, a man who spent over 40 years in solitary confinement. If you like what you hear be sure to listen to redacted history for more historical truth telling. Tune in.

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Run Laurie run :The Case of Laurie Bembenek Feb 27, 2023

This week we will be covering the story of Laurie Bembenek, who after speaking out about discrimination and corruption in policing went on to commit murder herself…or did she?

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$90 million dollar police training facility: Cops in the Culture Feb 20, 2023

Welcome to season 2! On today's episode we'll discuss plans to build a "cop city" in Atlanta and the killing of one of the organizers who was fighting against it. These plans reach into many different pockets of injustice and there is discussion to be had on how to organize around it. Please Let us know how you feel about the new format, looking forward to a great season.

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New York's Crookedest Cop: The Case of Charles Becker Dec 27, 2022

This week, hosts Chris and Hannah are joined by Andre White, host of the Redacted History podcast. This episode will take you back in time, before prohibition, to discuss New York’s crookedest cop, Charles Becker. But was Charles really as crooked as history tells us?

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All to be a Professional Bowler: The Case of Mathias Bachmeier Dec 16, 2022

This week, hosts Hannah and Chris are telling a story that is so ridiculous it sounds like a law and order episode. The story of Mathias Bachmeier includes arson, kidnapping, a framed man, and a murder. With special guest CJ bringing their expertise on the Pacific Northwest.

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We Only Kink Shame Cops: The Case of Robert Fratta Dec 06, 2022

This week hosts Hannah and Chris discuss the case of Robert Fratta, a Texas police officer, firefighter, and body builder who is accused of putting a hit out on his ex wife after years of pressure to submit to his kinks pushed her to divorce him and fight for custody. Abolition Apostles: Pen pal with incarcerated people program A huge thank you to Betsy Duck for our new intro music. Follow them @thenameisduck on Instagram Please subscribe and leave us a review to keep this podcast growing. Link to everything: https://linktr.ee/thinbluecrime

When Misogyny Meets Murder: The Case of Michael Durwood Griffith Nov 21, 2022

TW for Sexual Assault

This week, hosts Hannah and Chris discuss the case of Micheal Durwood Griffith with domestic violence educator Pierre Fleury. Micheal Durwood Griffith, a Texas cop with a history of misogyny and abuse, escalated his violence after finally being fired for domestic violence.

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Let it Burn: 1985 MOVE Bombing Part 2 Nov 07, 2022

Hosts Hannah and Chris are joined again by Sade to continue discussion around the 1985 MOVE bombing. As the case progresses and the horrific actions of the state of Philadelphia are highlighted, discourse around abolition and a more just world guide the conversation. Sade brings their experience working in Skid Row along with their various other perspectives to the conversation.

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When Police Bombed the Block: 1985 MOVE bombing PART 1 Nov 01, 2022

Hosts Hannah and Chris are joined by Sade this episode to discuss the 1985 MOVE bombing, when police suppression of Black activists culminated in dropping a bomb on a house in Philadelphia, turning the whole neighborhood to rumble. Sade brings their experience working in Skid Row along with their various other perspectives to the conversation.

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Forgiveness for the Cop that Murdered her Daughter: The Case of Bobby Cutts Jr Oct 17, 2022

CW: Sexual Violence (discussed during cops in the culture)

What would you do if a police officer killed your loved one? Would you be able to forgive them? This week, hosts Hannah and Chris discuss forgiveness and restorative justice through the lens of Bobby Cutts Jr, a police officer who killed his girlfriend days before she was to give birth to their daughter.

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40% of Cops: The Case of David Brame Oct 03, 2022

CW: Sexual Violence and Suicide

This week hosts Hannah and Chris discuss the 40% statistic, and more specifically how David Brame, a Tacoma police chief, fit into that statistic.

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Murder for hire, crack, and the FBI: The Case of Len Davis Sep 26, 2022

Hosts Chris and Hannah discuss Len Davis, a corrupt cop who terrorized the city of New Orleans during the height of the crack epidemic. It's hard to quantify how much damage Davis and his cronies caused, but the climax of their crime spree was the murder for hire of a local woman who dared speak out against them. Kim Groves deserved better and we hope we can do her memory some justice this week.

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Unpacking the myth of the "good cop": Stephanie Lazarus Sep 12, 2022

This week, hosts Hannah and Chis talk about how even “good cops” can do terrible things. Stephanie Lazarus was a “good cop” and yet she murdered her ex’s wife and used her position as a cop and her knowledge of police investigations to cover it up.

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The Case of Drew Peterson Sep 06, 2022

In this episode hosts Hannah and Chris discuss the case of Drew Peterson, a 30 year veteran of policing and Army veteran. He is suspected of having killed two of his wives and putting a hit out on a state’s attorney. It's important that throughout this case we think about all the ways things could have gone differently if not for the failings of policing. These women never stood a chance against the system in place. Let us remember their names, ‎Kathleen Savio and Stacy Ann Cales.

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Thin Blue Crime Trailer Sep 04, 2022

In this abolition focused true crime podcast, each week, hosts Hannah and Chris discuss some of Americas most dangerous criminals… the police. Examining both the crimes of the past and current movements to imagine a police free future. These hosts ask, what harm have the brothers in blue caused and how do we care for each other in the face of this continued violence? Tune in.

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