Introducing - Earwitness: Chapter 1 | Behind the Crown

About this episode

Beth Shelburne explores the controversial conviction of Toforest Johnson in a murder case filled with unanswered questions.

This is exclusive access to Earwitness: Chapter 1 | Behind the Crown Beth Shelburne dives into the shocking conviction of Toforest Johnson for the murder of Deputy William Hardy, following a case that never stopped bleeding questions. With former Attorney General Bill Baxley as her guide, she moves through a justice system wired for punishment over truth, uncovering a story built on fear, assumption, and a man who may not belong at its center. To learn more and get involved, visit: www.toforestjohnson.com Toforest on Instagram Earwitness is a production of Lava for Good™ Podcasts in association with Signal Co. No1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Beth Shelburne

Guest: Bill Baxley

Topics covered

• true crime
• justice system
• wrongful conviction
• murder case
• legal analysis

Keywords

• Toforest Johnson
• Bill Baxley
• murder
• conviction
• justice system
• true crime
• Earwitness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lava for Good™ Podcasts, Signal Co. No1, www.toforestjohnson.com

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