Published Jul 6, 2020

The Night That Lasted A Lifetime

Shankar Vedantam delves into Fred Clay's haunting journey from a wrongfully convicted teenager to an exoneree, shedding light on the flawed psychological techniques and systemic biases that marred his trial and imprisoned him for decades. This episode explores the harrowing realities of life in adult prison, the pursuit of redemption, and the broader issues of justice system failures.

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Journey to ExonerationShankar Vedantam explores the harrowing story of Fred Clay, who was wrongfully convicted of murder as a teenager. The episode examines the flawed psychological techniques that led to his conviction and the long road to his eventual exoneration.

Journey to Exoneration

Life in PrisonFred Clay's harrowing experience as a teenager sentenced to life in an adult prison highlights the severe consequences of flawed psychological practices in the justice system. His story is one of survival, transformation, and the pursuit of redemption amidst adversity.

Life in Prison

Flawed JusticeThe episode examines the psychological missteps and racial biases that marred Fred Clay's trial, leading to his wrongful conviction. It highlights the flawed identification processes and systemic issues within the justice system.

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