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Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University Wondery
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He was a trusted OB-GYN working inside one of the most prestigious universities in the world, an Ivy League school that is home to Nobel Prize winners and medical all-stars. Yet behind closed doors, Dr. Robert Hadden assaulted hundreds — perhaps thousands — of unsuspecting patients. When it looked like no one would be held accountable, the survivors engaged in a decade-long fight for justice.
From the team behind the hit series Dr. Death, host and medical journalist Laura Beil unfurls the story of Dr. Hadden’s horrific behavior and the ensuing cover-up. It’s a story of power: who has it, how they use it, and what it takes to get it back.
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Trapped
Laurie Kanyok’s routine postpartum check-up ends in a frantic 911 call about her doctor. As more and more patients come forward, it becomes apparent that there is a serial predator operating at Columbia.
If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault, here are some resources:
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) survivor helpline is 1-800-656-4673.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources for sexual violence and prevention education. You can find them at nsvrc.org.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.
To read Laura Beil and Bianca Fortis' article about this story on ProPublica visit: https://www.propublica.org/article/columbia-obgyn-sexually-assaulted-patients-for-20-years
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Why Is That a Win?
The Assistant District Attorney struggles with a challenging case. Then she learns it’s not just the defense attorney she’s up against, it’s her own office.
If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault, here are some resources:
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) survivor helpline is 1-800-656-4673.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources for sexual violence and prevention education. You can find them at nsvrc.org.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.
To read Laura Beil and Bianca Fortis' article about this story on ProPublica visit: https://www.propublica.org/article/columbia-obgyn-sexually-assaulted-patients-for-20-years
Listen to Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/exposed/ now.
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I Could Not Unsee It
Marissa Hoechstetter sets out on a quest for answers about the Manhattan District Attorney, and ends up realizing she should also be questioning Columbia.
If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault, here are some resources:
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) survivor helpline is 1-800-656-4673.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources for sexual violence and prevention education. You can find them at nsvrc.org.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.
To read Laura Beil and Bianca Fortis' article about this story on ProPublica visit: https://www.propublica.org/article/columbia-obgyn-sexually-assaulted-patients-for-20-years
Listen to Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/exposed/ now.
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Unbelievable
Evelyn Yang goes public, which sets off a search for a missing letter that could change everything.
If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault, here are some resources:
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) survivor helpline is 1-800-656-4673.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources for sexual violence and prevention education. You can find them at nsvrc.org.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.
To read Laura Beil and Bianca Fortis' article about this story on ProPublica visit: https://www.propublica.org/article/columbia-obgyn-sexually-assaulted-patients-for-20-years
Listen to Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/exposed/ now.
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Remember Who the F*ck You Are
The survivors finally face Robert Hadden in court. But will justice be served?
If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault, here are some resources:
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) survivor helpline is 1-800-656-4673.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources for sexual violence and prevention education. You can find them at nsvrc.org.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.
To read Laura Beil and Bianca Fortis' article about this story on ProPublica visit: https://www.propublica.org/article/columbia-obgyn-sexually-assaulted-patients-for-20-years
Listen to Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/exposed/ now.
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Willful Blindness
In the aftermath of Robert Hadden’s sentencing hearing, a lot of people are left asking: what about Columbia University?
If you or someone you know is a survivor of sexual assault, here are some resources:
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) survivor helpline is 1-800-656-4673.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center provides resources for sexual violence and prevention education. You can find them at nsvrc.org.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.
To read Laura Beil and Bianca Fortis' article about this story on ProPublica visit: https://www.propublica.org/columbia-obgyn-sexually-assaulted-patients-for-20-years
Listen to Exposed: Cover-Up at Columbia University on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Start your free trial today by visiting https://wondery.com/links/exposed/ now.
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Customer Reviews
Excellent Reporting
This is investigative journalism at its finest. Thank goodness we have these types of reporters working to expose these injustices.
Disturbing & well told story
First I just have to say that some of the lower rated reviews are pretty disgusting to read, saying that “females like this” who didn’t report helped perpetrate this crime, that “getting your 😽 licked once shouldn’t be worth than a Taco Bell meal”, why didn’t they just leave, that Lauries boyfriend was the real hero and not Laurie for calling 911 (let’s just ignore that she willingly participated in the investigation…)etc. were just absolutely disgusting things to read, people that think this way about sexual assault are a large part of the problem. Being victimized and sexually assaulted by your OB would make you distrustful of all medical providers, especially when this occurred when women were already vulnerable, either pregnant or freshly postpartum. The fact that people still think this way is almost as disturbing as the crimes committed and the coverup. Stories like this are why I only have female doctors, especially a female OB.
Another Wonder from Wondery
Excellent reporting & storyline.
More please!!!!