Blocked and Reported Live with Blocked and Reported and Amanda Knox
Jul 25, 2025
Amanda Knox, an author and advocate for criminal justice reform, shares her harrowing journey from wrongful conviction in Italy to exoneration. She discusses the complexities of navigating trauma while making peace with her past. Knox reflects on the role of responsible journalism and the misconceptions that surrounded her case, emphasizing the importance of understanding the legal intricacies involved. Additionally, she explores her new projects, including her latest book and podcast, which aim to shed light on justice and representation.
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Therapeutic Collaboration with Hulu
- Amanda Knox worked closely with a top Hulu production to produce a thoughtful show about her story.
- She found walking through recreations of her jail cell and apartment surprisingly therapeutic.
Wrongful Imprisonment Story
- Amanda Knox was studying abroad in Italy when a local burglar murdered her roommate.
- She was wrongfully accused and spent years imprisoned before being exonerated.
Partial Acquittal's Mixed Message
- Italian justice acquitted Amanda Knox but insinuated she might have been present at the crime.
- This reflects a reluctance to fully accept mistakes and leaves lingering doubt.
