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Interview with historian Lily Geismer about the Jean Harris case
1:18:50 - 1:28:41 (09:50)
The podcast episode features historian Lily Geismer talking about the Jean Harris murder case and how it became sensationalized as a revenge story, while ignoring the systemic issues with the criminal justice system. She also discusses how Jean Harris became a motherly figure to other incarcerated women.
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ChapterInterview with historian Lily Geismer about the Jean Harris case
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PodcastMaintenance Phase
Jean Harris, after her release from prison, became a motherly figure to the poor, mostly Black women who were incarcerated and advocated for better treatment in the criminal justice system.
1:26:43 - 1:28:41 (01:58)
Summary
Jean Harris, after her release from prison, became a motherly figure to the poor, mostly Black women who were incarcerated and advocated for better treatment in the criminal justice system. She raised money for the women's facility she was in, dedicating the rest of her life to helping others in similar situations.