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A podcast that showcases the raw first-hand voices of the wrongfully convicted, their story, and the fight for justice.
Hosted by criminologists Dr. Rashaan DeShay and Dr. Katherine Polzer.
Edited and Produced by Krystal Guerra
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S1E7 Episode 7: 𝐊𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐫
In this episode we explore the work of Kristin Cuellar, the Executive Director of the Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty.She reflects on her journey into human rights advocacy, her…
S1E6 Episode 6: 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐦
In this episode we explore the work of Judge Brandon Birmingham, the presiding judge of the 292nd Judicial District Court in Dallas County.He reflects on his career, the realities of prosecuting…
S1E5 Episode 5: 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐞
In this episode we explore the story of Mike Ware, the executive director of the Innocence Project of Texas. He discusses his journey, the development of the Innocence Project of Texas, their process…
S1E4 Episode 4: 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐚 𝐕𝐚𝐬𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐳
In this episode we explore the story of Anna Vasquez, one of the "San Antonio Four," who spent 13 years in prison for a crime that never happened. She discusses the flawed forensic testimony that led…
S1E3 Episode 3: 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐲
In this episode, we take a look into the story of Melvin Quinney — a father once convicted of indecency with a child — his claim of innocence, and his eventual exoneration.Through his own words, we…
S1E2 Episode 1: 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐭
Voices of the Innocent debuts with the story of Christopher Scott, a devoted father whose life was shattered by a wrongful conviction. This is part one of a two-part episode arch, where he recounts…
S1E3 Episode 2: 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐭 Pt. 2
Last month, you heard part 1 of Christopher Scott's fight for innocence and the path that led to his wrongful conviction.In part 2, you will hear how his fight continued, the true evil behind his…
S1E1 Introducing 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭
Voices of the Innocent uncovers the stories of people wrongfully convicted of crimes they didn’t commit. Hosted by criminologists Dr. Rashaan DeShay and Dr. Katherine Polzer, the series exposes the…
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Voices of the Innocent has published 8 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Society & Culture.
Voices of the Innocent is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 45m.
