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The Philosophy of Crime James Renner
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Unravel the complexities of true crime through the insightful lens of "The Philosophy of Crime," an annual podcast series expertly hosted by James Renner, a distinguished journalist and acclaimed author renowned for his deep dives into the enigmatic world of unsolved mysteries. This podcast stands at the crossroads of classical philosophy and the compelling questions that fuel our fascination with true crime. Across six thought-provoking episodes released once a year, James explores the fundamental inquiries haunting the human psyche: What drives our obsession with true crime stories? Are lie detectors a reliable tool in the quest for truth? How does diplomatic immunity intersect with justice?
"The Philosophy of Crime" is more than a podcast; it's a philosophical exploration that seeks to illuminate the darkest aspects of human curiosity and societal norms. Each season, James Renner blends philosophical theories with real-world cases, offering listeners a unique perspective on the moral dilemmas and ethical questions that lurk behind the headlines. From the effectiveness of lie detection to the intricacies of legal exemptions and the nature of obsession, this podcast is an essential listen for anyone intrigued by the philosophical dimensions of crime and justice.
Tune in to "The Philosophy of Crime" for a yearly dose of compelling narratives and enlightening discussions that promise to challenge your views, provoke thought, and deepen your understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of true crime.
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Bonus Episode: The Premiere of Syynth Sleuths!
Each week, journalist James Renner and A.I. cohost Sky ponder the nature of consciousness while investigating the world's most confounding unsolved mysteries.
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606: The Boogeyman Effect
When a new serial killer is caught, police have the tendency to try to blame them for every other murder in the vicinity. Why is it easier for us to believe in one Boogeyman rather than several?
Covered topics: Sam Little, Arie Kruglanski, Donna Webster, Edward Wayne Edwards, Rex Heuermann, Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius
Further Reading:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meditations
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_Aurelius
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stoicism
https://www.orionphilosophy.com/stoic-blog/4-stoic-life-lessons-to-manage-fear
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Edwards_(serial_killer)
https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/local/2016/01/26/avery-case-great-falls-ties/79376778/
https://www.newyorker.com/tech/annals-of-technology/why-we-need-answers
https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/15/us/btk-daughter-dennis-rader-kerri-rawson.html
https://clevelandmagazine.com/in-the-cle/the-read/articles/in-the-shadows
https://www.cleveland19.com/2019/10/11/akron-mother-murdered-was-victim-serial-killer-samuel-little/
https://www.themarshallproject.org/2023/05/29/texas-ranger-serial-killer-samuel-little
https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/how-serial-killer-samuel-little-was-caught.html
https://www.oxygen.com/catching-a-serial-killer-sam-little/crime-news/worst-serial-killer-history-samuel-little-confessions
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_Little
https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/samuel-little-most-prolific-serial-killer-in-us-history-100619
https://www.dps.texas.gov/coldCase/Home/Details/197
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605: Why Are Drugs Illegal?
Why are some drugs illegal and others are not? Learn the sordid history of the War on Drugs and why it doesn't work.
Covered topics: Allen Russell, Harrison Narcotics Tax Act of 1914, War on Drugs, Magic mushrooms, John Stuart Mill, Rick Doblin
Further Reading:
https://www.prisonpolicy.org/graphs/pie2023_drugs.html
https://www.prisonpolicy.org/reports/pie2023.html
https://apnews.com/article/mississippi-0e463c390bedc7f6b25fb7e54b955b74
https://atlantablackstar.com/2022/07/03/the-travesty-of-it-all-court-upholds-mississippi-mans-life-sentence-for-1-5-ounce-of-marijuana-possession-and-his-case-is-not-an-anomaly/
https://lawliberty.org/the-simple-truth-about-j-s-mills-simple-truth/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Stuart_Mill
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_Liberty
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_on_drugs
https://www.aclu.org/report/report-war-marijuana-black-and-white
https://www.cato.org/commentary/us-prisons-thriving-jim-crow-marijuana-arrests#
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HWrbUwNGoWc
https://fee.org/articles/how-15-ounces-of-marijuana-landed-this-man-a-life-long-prison-sentence/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haT4FrOYPtk
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/On_Truth_and_Lies_in_a_Nonmoral_Sense
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604: Why Do Innocent People Confess to Murders They Did Not Commit?
What causes an innocent person to confess to a crime they didn't commit? Learn how prosecutors use false confessions to inflate their victories.
Covered topics: confessions, Stephanie Crowe, the Reid technique, Great Fire of London, John Mark Karr, Brendan Dassey, Friedrich Nietzsche, On Truth and Lies in a Nonmoral Sense, Kevin Young
Further Reading:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Stephanie_Crowe
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/False_confession
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reid_technique
https://www.injusticeanywhere.net/exonerated-michael-crowe/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Fire_of_London
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_JonBen%C3%A9t_Ramsey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiwi6PBUPO8
https://www.themarginalian.org/2018/03/26/nietzsche-on-truth-and-lies-in-a-nonmoral-sense/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9ZeaaWX79c
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603: Psychopaths and the Bicameral Mind
A new theory on consciousness may explain why psychopaths hear voices telling them to kill.
Covered topics: Son of Sam, the bicameral mind, Julian Jaynes, The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind, Jared Lee Loughner, Herbert Mullin
Further Reading:
https://embryo.asu.edu/pages/roger-sperrys-split-brain-experiments-1959-1968
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F30Jykk8z0E
https://www.forensicscolleges.com/blog/resources/dangerous-minds-criminal-mental-illness
https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/evidence-and-research/learn-more-about/3627
https://www.ranker.com/list/people-driven-insane-by-voices-in-their-heads/jacob-shelton
https://news.stanford.edu/2014/07/16/voices-culture-luhrmann-071614/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Jaynes
http://maamodt.asp.radford.edu/psyc%20405/serial%20killers/berkowitz,%20david.pdf
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Berkowitz
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qU1sDBU9Cs
https://nypost.com/2016/07/17/i-survived-son-of-sams-murder-spree/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y50nsmUVeVU
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602: Why Is Bail the Worst Idea Ever?
In the United States, cash bail keeps hundreds of thousands of people behind bars, even when they are presumed to be innocent.
Covered topics: Maurice Jimmerson, bail, bonds, Kalief Browder, liberty, Isaiah Berlin, positive liberty, negative liberty, Pretrial Fairness Act,
Further Reading:
https://www.walb.com/2021/01/04/murder-warrants-issued-albany-october-homicide/
https://www.walb.com/story/33773305/kennedy-sentenced-in-connection-with-drive-by-shooting/
https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/hung-jury-means-georgia-man-jailed-10-years-101651291
https://www.walb.com/2023/07/28/albany-shooting-victims-family-still-looking-justice-10-years-later/
https://wfxl.com/news/local/indictments-in-fatal-drive-by-shooting-involving-a-baby
https://www.atlantanewsfirst.com/2023/04/26/georgia-man-behind-bars-10-years-still-waiting-his-day-court/
https://www.acluohio.org/en/news/brief-history-cash-bail
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalief_Browder
https://www.nyclu.org/en/campaigns/facts-bail-reform
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeseq/2021/10/01/money-bail-is-unjust-and-should-end/?sh=2dfa900b6f06
https://www.vera.org/news/new-yorkers-have-known-bail-doesnt-work-for-60-years-why-are-we-still-debating-it
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaiah_Berlin
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Two_Concepts_of_Liberty
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCsfT2WsitE
https://www.npr.org/2023/07/18/1188349005/illinois-ends-cash-bail-system-state-supreme-court
https://www.aclu.org/news/criminal-law-reform/the-illinois-supreme-court-cash-bail-ruling-explained
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