Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faces a jury that will determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women who have accused him of sexual misconduct. Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.
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Cosby Unraveled, a podcast from WHYY, explores Cosby’s beginnings in the projects of North Philadelphia, the heights of his influence, and the causes of his downfall.

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Bill Cosby’s release from prison, on a legal technicality, raises questions – lot’s of questions, including, will the survivors who have accused him of sexual assault ever get justice? Anthea Butler, professor of religion and Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, joins host Annette John-Hall to discuss this latest development.

Ep 16: I shall be released

Comedian Bill Cosby has been imprisoned for three to 10 years for aggravated sexual assault. 

Ep 15: Inmate #NN7687

Now that Bill Cosby has been found guilty of sexual assault, what’s the appropriate punishment for his crime?

Ep 14: Crime and Punishment

How a new jury will see the facts in the Bill Cosby retrial, and just as important, how will it decide one key question: Consent.

Ep 13: The Age of Consent

In this episode, we shift focus to the people who surround perpetrators, enable them and look the other way.

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