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Orbit Media
The Burden
Detective Louis N. Scarcella was a legendary figure in New York City during the '90s. In a city overrun with violent crime, he cracked the toughest cases and put away the worst criminals. But the story changed when a group of convicted murderers-turned-jailhouse lawyers made a startling discovery that linked all their cases: Scarcella was the cop who helped put many of them away. They made a vow: Take down Scarcella. And with the help of a relentless New York Times reporter, they did just that. Thirty years later, 20 people who Scarcella helped put behind bars have since walked free. In...
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Ratings & Reviews
4.3 stars from 233 ratings
Great pod - first rate!
Great content “first-grade detective” makes him sound like Kindergarten Cop
god below via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/11/24
Great job
I never binged podcasts until I discovered this one. The storytelling and investigative skills are fantastic. Great podcast! I hope there are more episodes to come. Every episode keeps me on the edge of my seat. I can't wait to see what they cover next! The music is kinda cheesy. The host has...Read full review »
Winkytobymilo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 06/09/24
Great binge!
Love this podcast!
Duncanomics via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/25/24
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