This episode examines the systemic failures and institutional coverups that have allowed clergy members to evade justice for their crimes. We'll explore how religious organizations have prioritized preserving their reputations and protecting their own over holding abusive clergy accountable. Hear from investigative journalists, legal experts, and victims' advocates on the complex web of secrecy, intimidation, and obstruction that has shielded predatory clergy from consequences. We'll also discuss the long-term impact on communities and the challenges in achieving transparency and reform within religious institutions.

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