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Bone Valley’s Gilbert King on Wrongful Convictions, Redemption & the Fight for Justice


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In this gripping episode, we sit down with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Bone Valley podcast host Gilbert King to explore the tangled intersections of justice, redemption, and forgiveness. King—renowned for his investigative storytelling and commitment to exposing wrongful convictions—shares the compelling behind-the-scenes journey of Leo Schofield's case as told in Bone Valley.

We go beyond the headlines to unpack how the legal system can fail—and how human resilience and second chances emerge even in the darkest corners of incarceration. King speaks candidly about the emotional toll of chronicling injustice, the complexity of extending forgiveness, and what he believes still needs to change in America’s legal and carceral systems.

Whether you're a true crime aficionado, a justice reform advocate, or simply curious about the human condition, this episode will leave you thinking long after the final word.

Topics Covered:
  • The origin and impact of Bone Valley
  • How Leo Schofield’s case exemplifies systemic flaws in the justice system
  • The emotional responsibility of true crime storytelling
  • Why second chances matter—even for those deemed unforgivable
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    Notable Quotes:
    "Justice is not a conclusion—it’s a pursuit. And sometimes, it takes decades to catch up with the truth." – Gilbert King
    "Forgiveness isn't about forgetting; it's about freeing yourself from the weight of anger." – Gilbert King
    About the Guest:
    Gilbert King is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author best known for Devil in the Grove, a riveting exposé on racial injustice in the Jim Crow South. His critically acclaimed podcast Bone Valley investigates the wrongful conviction of Leo Schofield, weaving meticulous research with emotional depth and moral urgency. King is one of the foremost voices in the fight for criminal justice reform and journalistic integrity in true crime media.
    Resources & Mentions:
    • Listen to Bone Valley
    • Read Devil in the Grove
    • The Innocence Project
    • Follow Gilbert King on Twitter/X
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