True Crime: The Staircase | Part 3

About this episode

The episode discusses the verdict and sentencing of Michael Peterson in the context of the Netflix docuseries 'The Staircase'.

We discuss the blowpoke returneth, verdict, and Michael Peterson’s eight-year sentence, followed by an Alford Schmalford plea. This concludes our 13-episode odyssey into the Netflix docuseries.  CW | TW: This episode discusses graphic crime scene details, including blood imagery and strong sexual themes. NSFW. Profanity included. Listener discretion is advised. Email: severedpodcast@gmail.com Website: severedpodcast.com Instagram: @severed_podcast Hosts: Harry Chambers + Drew Hudson Logo Art: Drew Hudson Theme Song Composer | Podcast Editor: Harry Chambers Show Concept | Researcher | Lead Writer: Drew Hudson Available on all podcast platforms, including Rogue Media Network and Radio Garden State Source Docuseries: The Staircase (2018) | Netflix

People in this episode

Hosts: Harry Chambers, Drew Hudson

Topics covered

• true crime
• legal verdict
• documentary analysis
• graphic details
• criminal justice

Keywords

• Michael Peterson
• Staircase
• Alford plea
• true crime
• Netflix docuseries
• blood imagery
• graphic details

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Netflix

Books & works: The Staircase

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