There are a ton of people, like myself, waiting anxiously every Thursday, when the next episode of This American Life’s spinoff “Serial” becomes available. If you are not one of us, I suggest that this radio series will have you thinking differently about Justice, The Justice System and your personal responsibility. What I’ve learned so far is that for most everyone in this country
- Justice means to do what is expedient.
- Prejudices or racism resides covertly within our brains and is always a factor in the decisions we make.
- Truth, nothing but the truth is a lie. It more like tell me a story that I could believe.
- Lawyers, be they prosecutors or defense attorneys, are not good or bad. There is no Black or White, just a dull Grey.
- Having a little bit of money can prove to be more dangerous than poverty.
- If you are poor and unlucky you will spend some time in jail. The third certainty in life after death and taxes
Serial is not 48 hours etc. It is far superior to anything that is currently on the air (TV or Radio) that I know about. I don’t have any idea how this story will end up and more importantly I am not rooting for one side to win or lose. What is fascinating is that we have so much faith in the notion of Justice when we should be absolutely terrified.
Finally pay attention to this spoiler alert on the Serial home page
Serial is a podcast designed to be listened to in order. If you’re just landing here please go back and start with Episode 1.
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