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Lizzie Borden with Princess Weekes
Oct 16, 2023
Guest Princess Weekes tells the true story of the crime of the century: the Lizzie Borden case. They discuss debunking narratives in true crime, the weapon used in the murders, societal expectations placed on women, rumors and assumptions about Lizzie Borden, Alice Russell's testimony, the myth of sexual assault and incest in female patricide and matricide, and the enduring mystery surrounding the case.
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- The Lizzie Borden murder trial was marked by weak evidence and significant reasonable doubt, challenging the narrative of her guilt.
- Societal biases against unmarried women and the portrayal of female hysteria influenced public perceptions of Lizzie Borden.
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The Lizzie Borden murder case and trial
The podcast episode delves into the infamous Lizzie Borden murder case and her subsequent trial. Lizzie was accused of killing her father and stepmother with a hatchet, but the trial resulted in her acquittal. The episode explores the evidence presented during the trial, pointing out the weaknesses in the prosecution's case and the reasonable doubt that existed. It highlights the media's portrayal of Lizzie Borden and the societal biases that influenced public opinion. Despite the acquittal, Lizzie Borden's reputation remained tarnished, and the episode examines the enduring fascination with the case and its impact on public perception of female criminals.
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