California v. Orenthal James Simpson

About this episode

The episode discusses the infamous OJ Simpson trial, exploring its cultural impact and key elements.

OJ Simpson's arrest and trial captivated the country. Dubbed the "trial of the century," the 1995 spectacle grabbed eyeballs with gavel to gavel coverage for approximately 10 months. The trial was packed with celebrity, DNA evidence, grusome crime scene photos, a massive fall from grace, racial tensions, devastating cross-examinations, jury field trips, and more. Since I couldn't possibly cover this massive case all on my own, I bring in special guest and attorney friend Anna Gori...

People in this episode

Host: Paul Townsend

Guest: Anna Gori

Topics covered

• OJ Simpson trial
• celebrity culture
• racial tensions
• DNA evidence
• true crime

Keywords

• OJ Simpson
• trial of the century
• celebrity
• DNA evidence
• racial tensions
• cross-examinations
• crime scene photos

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