

169: Unabridged Interview: Jerry Mitchell: Murder, Race, and Faith
Aug 20, 2024
Jerry Mitchell, an investigative journalist renowned for reopening closed murder cases from the Civil Rights Era, shares astonishing stories from his career. He reveals chilling discoveries, including sealed government records tied to racial violence, and recounts his face-to-face interviews with Klan members. Determined despite threats to his life, he highlights the emotional triumphs of delivering justice after decades of silence. Their exploration of systemic racism and voting rights in Mississippi sparks deeper conversations about accountability and the ongoing struggle for civil rights.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unearthing Historical Injustices
02:02 • 17min
Challenging Extremist Beliefs: A Conversation on Race and Christianity
18:47 • 2min
Justice Delivered: Remembering Victims of Racial Violence
20:40 • 2min
Voting Rights and Resistance in Mississippi
22:51 • 12min
The Virtue of Anger: Managing Emotions with Purpose
35:20 • 3min
Justice and Social Responsibility
37:57 • 9min
Rising Divides: The Echoes of History
47:03 • 13min