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Episode 51: Serial

As the most popular podcast of all time with over 94 million downloads since its 2014 launch, Serial deserves the attention, analysis and general interest it has received. It experiments with podcasting, storytelling and uncovering the "truth" behind the 1999 murder of 17-year-old resident of Baltimore, Hae Min Lee. Much of the podcast follows her supposed killer, former boyfriend Adnan Syed and his whereabouts during the tragedy. The host, Sarah Koenig asks crucial questions in both her interviews and of her audience. This week we welcome Gabe Brison-Trezise to review and discuss this podcast and critique Koenig's efforts and her creation.

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Episode 51: Serial Kip Clark and Gabe Brison-Trezise

Further Reading:

Serial Homepage

The Guardian, "This American Life’s first spin-off podcast: 'I don’t know where it will end'"

The New Yorker, "'Serial': The Podcast We've Been Waiting For"

CBS, "New hope for inmate from 'Serial' podcast"

The Intercept, "Exclusive: Jay, Key Witness From 'Serial' Tells His Story For First Time, Part 1"