Think Twice: Michael Jackson

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Michael Jackson spends his final days preparing for a series of comeback concerts, but tragedy strikes before rehearsals are even completed. In the aftermath of Michael’s death, a reckoning begins over everything he left behind.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ten years after first being accused of child sexual abuse, Michael Jackson finds himself in court facing criminal charges related to a new alleged victim. Meanwhile, Michael’s fans rally around their idol and try to help him get through a new low point in his career.Think Twice: Michael Jackson was produced by Dustin DeSoto, Benjamin Frisch, Kim Gittleson, Danielle Hewitt, Sam Lee, Leon Neyfakh, Andrew Parsons, and Jay Smooth, and edited by Diane Hodson. The lead producer for this episode was Benjamin Frisch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Jackson, music legend, attempts to rebuild his legacy after sexual abuse allegations. Topics discussed: his battle with addiction, plans for a comeback, public skepticism towards his marriage, visit to a children's hospital in Budapest, challenges in the production of a history film, and coverage of his trial.

This podcast explores Michael Jackson's portrayal in the tabloid media, his transformation and the release of his album 'Bad', the negative press surrounding his appearance, the relationship between the National Enquirer and Michael Jackson, and the power of memory and eyewitness testimonies.

Michael Jackson's upbringing in the Jehovah's Witness faith and his dedication to the religion, MTV's impact on the music industry and Michael's strategic collaborations, the release of 'Billie Jean' and its impact on the Thriller album, Michael Jackson's journey with Jehovah's Witnesses and the conflict with his art, the making and controversy of the 'Thriller' music video, and the power of memory in the criminal justice system.

The podcast explores topics such as the impact of 'The Wiz' on the black community, Michael Jackson's journey in New York City, Susan Blond's role as the Jackson family's publicist, the casting of Diana Ross in the movie adaptation, rumors about Michael's alleged relationship with Clifton Davis, his denial of his sexuality, and the filming of 'The Wiz' leading to iconic albums like 'Thriller'.

The Jackson family signs with the Motown Record Corporation and moves out to California. As Black artists across the country are achieving new levels of visibility, the Jackson 5 become an overnight sensation and a young Michael must navigate growing up in the spotlight as the front man of America’s hottest boy band.Think Twice: Michael Jackson was produced by Dustin DeSoto, Benjamin Frisch, Kim Gittleson, Danielle Hewitt, Sam Lee, Leon Neyfakh, Andrew Parsons, and Jay Smooth, and edited by Diane Hodson. The lead producer for this episode was Danielle Hewitt.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Michael Jackson’s childhood, or lack thereof, is cited constantly in the conversation around his relationships with children. In this episode, we go back to Michael’s earliest days in Gary, Indiana, where he grows up under the domineering hand of his father while he and his brothers take the local music scene by storm in search of a better life.Think Twice: Michael Jackson was produced by Dustin DeSoto, Benjamin Frisch, Kim Gittleson, Danielle Hewitt, Sam Lee, Leon Neyfakh, Andrew Parsons, and Jay Smooth, and edited by Diane Hodson. The lead producers for this episode were Jay Smooth and Sam Lee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.