

The Tipping Point Revisited: Georgetown Massacre Part 2
6 snips Oct 10, 2024
Catherine Curie, daughter of Eamon Khoury, provides a gripping account of her pivotal role in the Georgetown trial focused on college admissions fraud. The podcast delves into the ethical dilemmas of bribery, featuring surprise witnesses and revealing text messages that shake the courtroom dynamics. Curie's heartfelt testimony sheds light on her complex relationship with her father, intertwined with themes of betrayal and healing. The episode navigates the tension between personal narratives and broader questions of accountability in academia.
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Surprise Witness
- Eamon Khoury's defense team surprised the prosecution by calling a surprise witness.
- This witness was key to introducing doubt into the jury's minds about what constitutes a bribe.
Level Playing Field
- Proving Georgetown's corrupt practices didn't automatically exonerate Khoury.
- The defense needed to show that Georgetown was more culpable than Khoury.
Salesforce Hints
- The defense repeatedly questioned witnesses about "Salesforce," but the prosecution objected.
- This hinted at a key piece of evidence the defense wanted to reveal.