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Suspect

Suspect

1 episodes

An investigative true-crime series examining mislaid justice and the difficult decisions that shape criminal cases.

Suspect is a weekly investigative true-crime podcast that goes beyond typical crime storytelling to examine the systemic failures and difficult decisions within the criminal justice system. Hosted by Matt Shaer and Lara Bazelon, the series focuses on cases where justice has been mislaid, exploring the complex choices made by detectives, lawyers, and jurors that can alter the course of lives and investigations.

Each season delves into specific cases with depth and nuance, presenting the perspectives of multiple stakeholders in the criminal justice process. Rather than simply recounting crimes, Suspect investigates how cases are built, decided, and sometimes overturned, shedding light on the challenges of reversing wrongful convictions and addressing systemic inequities.

The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, offering listeners a thoughtful examination of how the pursuit of justice operates in practice—and where it often falls short.

Quick Facts

HostMatt Shaer and Lara Bazelon

Episodes (1)

Suspect: examining justice and race issues

Ep. 31

Suspect: How a Podcast Challenges Criminal Justice

Since its debut in fall 2021, the podcast Suspect has scrutinized high-profile criminal cases through rigorous investigation, raising critical questions about police procedure and the reliability of evidence. Hosted by Matt Shaer and produced by Campside Media, the series has become a platform for examining how bias and procedural flaws can shape convictions.

May 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM