cover of episode 844: This Is the Case of Henry Dee

844: This Is the Case of Henry Dee

2024/10/20
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The episode begins with an introduction to the parole hearing process and the case of Henry Dee, who has been incarcerated for nearly 50 years.
  • Parole hearings are rare and often subjective.
  • Henry Dee has been up for parole multiple times but has never come close to release.
  • The parole board consists of both Democrats and Republicans, appointed by the governor.

Shownotes Transcript

Thirteen parole board members decide whether or not one man should be released from prison.

  • Prologue: Henry Dee has been locked up for most of his life, nearly 50 years. Now, he’s up for parole. Reporter Ben Austen tells the story. (19 minutes)
  • Part 1: The parole board members puzzle through the pros and cons of releasing Henry Dee from prison and cast their votes. (26 minutes)
  • Part 2: Reporter Ben Austen continues the story. (8 minutes)

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