Historian Dr. Heather Ann Thompson always starts with the facts. Host Amy Gunn talks with Dr. Thompson about what happens when history gets it wrong, and her decades-long research into finding out the truth about what really happened at Attica Prison. Listen as they discuss Dr. Thompson’s book – Blood in the Water, The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971, and Its Legacy.

Historian Dr. Heather Ann Thompson always starts with the facts. Host Amy Gunn talks with Dr. Thompson about what happens when history gets it wrong, and her decades-long research into finding out the truth about what really happened at Attica Prison. Listen as they discuss Dr. Thompson’s book – Blood in the Water, The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971, and Its Legacy.

Historian Dr. Heather Ann Thompson always starts with the facts. Host Amy Gunn talks with Dr. Thompson about what happens when history gets it wrong, and her decades-long research into finding out the truth about what really happened at Attica Prison.&nbsp;Listen as they discuss Dr. Thompson’s book –&nbsp;Blood in the Water, The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971, and Its Legacy.

S5E2 - The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and its Legacy with Dr. Heather Ann Thompson

Trial Tested: A Podcast by the American College of Trial Lawyers presents enlightening discussions about life and law through interviews with prominent trial lawyers and significant figures in the world of trial law. From lead counsel in historic cases to justices of the court, you will hear from the people who have made an impact in the courtroom – and in life. Hosted by Fellows of the College, Trial Tested aims to inspire trial attorneys to maintain and improve the standards of trial practice, professionalism, ethics and the administration of justice.

Share S5E2 - The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and its Legacy with Dr. Heather Ann Thompson

Sign up to save your podcasts

S5E2 - The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and its Legacy with Dr. Heather Ann Thompson

S5E2 - The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and its Legacy with Dr. Heather Ann Thompson

More shows like Trial Tested

This American Life

Texas Tribune TribCast

Freakonomics Radio

Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts

Texas Take

Cases and Controversies

The Editors

Pod Save America

The Daily

Up First from NPR

Stay Tuned with Preet

Red Scare

Advisory Opinions

Consider This from NPR

The Ezra Klein Show