Accused
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Cincinnati Enquirer investigation of Elizabeth Andes, convicted of murder in 1978 in a case with major questions.
Verdict: Important for fans of wrongful conviction journalism and early serialised true crime. Accused is a landmark newspaper-driven podcast that preceded many similar efforts, with the Cincinnati Enquirer's Amber Hunt investigating the 1978 conviction of Elizabeth Andes. Its impact demonstrated how local journalism could generate podcasts of national significance.
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Cincinnati Enquirer investigative journalist Amber Hunt investigates the wrongful conviction case of Elizabeth Andes, convicted of murdering her boyfriend in 1978.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Accused?
- Cincinnati Enquirer investigation of Elizabeth Andes, convicted of murder in 1978 in a case with major questions.
- Is Accused worth listening to?
- Important for fans of wrongful conviction journalism and early serialised true crime. Accused is a landmark newspaper-driven podcast that preceded many similar efforts, with the Cincinnati Enquirer's Amber Hunt investigating the 1978 conviction of Elizabeth Andes. Its impact demonstrated how local journalism could generate podcasts of national significance.
- Where can I listen to Accused?
- Accused is available on Apple Podcasts.
- Where should I start with Accused?
- Start with: Episode 1 — best heard in order
- What format is Accused?
- Serialised — 20 episodes episodes, approximately 25-45 min each.
- What type of crime does Accused cover?
- Accused covers Wrongful Conviction, Courtroom, Journalism.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Investigative; journalistic
- Episode length
- 25-45 min
- Episodes
- 20 episodes
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Best to start
- Episode 1 — best heard in order
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