Hidden Verdicts
Hidden Verdicts uncovers forgotten legal cases that shaped history, presented in an engaging, kid-friendly way. Hosted by a lawyer and Actors' Equity member, this podcast offers a fresh perspective on the law, making complex topics accessible and fun for all ages. Subscribe now and join us as we explore the stories behind the cases that changed the world.
Episodes
6 episodes
The Day They Kicked Government Out Of The Bedroom.
What Tries to control the most post personal choices between a husband and wife? In this episode of hidden verdict, we dive into Griswold versus Connecticut, the case that redefined privacy writes in America. Estelle Griswold and Dr. Lee ...
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Episode 6
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12:15
When National Security Was Used To Hide Negligence.
A deadly plane crash, three grieving widows, and the government desperate to keep its secrets hidden. In this episode of Hidden Verdicts, we uncover the story behind United States v. Reynolds - the first case to establi...
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Episode 5
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20:38
When Justice Wears A Mask Of Equality, Who Pays The Price For What’s Hidden Beneath?
In 1866, Yick Wo, a Chinese Immigrant, stood up to a city’s unfair law, and change civil rights forever. Join us as we explore how one man’s fight against injustice reached the U.S. Supreme Court and exposed the dangers of discrimination ...
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Episode 4
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11:08
A Handwritten Letter That Changed Criminal Justice.
In this episode, we explore the story behind Gideon v. Wainwright, the landmark case that transformed the American criminal justice system. It all began with a simple handwritten letter from Clarence, Earl, Gideon, a man convicted of burglary,...
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Episode 3
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9:07
The Speech That Sent a Labor Leader to Prison.
What happens when one man’s voice becomes too powerful for the government to ignore?In this episode of Hidden Verdict, we dive into Eugene V. Deb’s fiery anti-war speech that landed him in prison. Discover how his words sparked a battle over fr...
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Episode 2
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11:10
How A Group of Butchers Changed Civil Rights Forever.
In this episode of hidden verdict, we explore the slaughterhouse cases a little known Supreme Court ruling that drastically impacted the interpretation of the 14th amendment. Discover have a dispute between New Orleans butchers, and the s...
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Episode 1
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