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In this episode, host Becky Holland discusses three podcasts that explore the 2010 BP oil spill from different perspectives: American Scandal, Ripple, and Lawless Planet. These shows delve into the systemic negligence, human and ecological aftermath, and the framing of environmental disasters as true crimes.
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In this episode of PodTok, host Becky Holland delves into the darker side of storytelling through the lens of true crime. She highlights three compelling podcast series: Bear Brook, In Trust, and Lost Hills Season 4: Dark Canyon, each revealing haunting truths about systemic failures and the quest for justice. The episode explores the intricate narratives of victims, the role of citizen sleuths, and the impact of historical injustices on marginalized communities.
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Lost Hills Season 4: Dark Canyon
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In this episode, I recommend two powerful podcasts: Floodlines, which exposes how systemic racism shaped the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, and The Africas VS America, which unravels the tragic history of Philadelphia’s MOVE family. Both challenge us to confront uncomfortable truths about race, power, and injustice in America.
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It started with Serial, deepened with The Dropout, and caught fire with Firebug. In this episode, I’m sharing the podcasts that first hooked me—and why their storytelling still sticks.
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