383-The Peppered Moth Theory (Part 1)

383-The Peppered Moth Theory (Part 1)

From Affirmative Murder by Alvin Williams & Francel Evans

April 17, 2026 · 1h 43m

About this episode

Alvin and Fran explore the dark history of public executions, lynchings, and racial trauma in America and their lasting effects on society.

This week Alvin and Fran explore the dark history of public executions, lynchings, and racial trauma in America, examining how these events have shaped collective consciousness and intergenerational trauma. The hosts discuss the cultural, psychological, and systemic impacts of these historical atrocities and their lingering effects today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hosts: Alvin Williams, Francel Evans

Topics covered

  • public executions
  • lynchings
  • racial trauma
  • collective consciousness
  • intergenerational trauma
  • cultural impacts
  • systemic impacts

Keywords

  • public executions
  • lynchings
  • racial trauma
  • collective consciousness
  • intergenerational trauma
  • cultural impacts
  • systemic impacts

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Places: America

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