Cosby Unraveled

Cosby Unraveled

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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July 1, 2021 9 mins

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.

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

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May 4, 2018 16 mins

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

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April 25, 2018 13 mins

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.

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April 18, 2018 17 mins

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

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April 11, 2018 13 mins

On this episode of Cosby Unraveled from WHYY, we take a closer look at new witnesses who will testify for the prosecution.

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April 4, 2018 14 mins

On this episode of Cosby Unraveled from WHYY, we hear from a new Cosby accuser and explore why a successful, wealthy, celebrity icon, would need to drug women for sex.

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March 28, 2018 13 mins

We explore how the #MeToo Movement will impact the retrial of the once beloved comedian.

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March 14, 2018 2 mins

In Cosby Unraveled, Season 2 we prepare for Cosby’s retrial set against the backdrop of the #MeToo moment.

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June 18, 2017 15 mins

In the sexual assault case against Bill Cosby, with a hopelessly deadlocked jury, the judge declared a mistrial. But the story isn’t over yet. There are still questions that haven’t been answered.

Comedian. Beloved television star. “America’s Dad.” Accused sexual predator. In June 2017, Bill Cosby faced a jury that would determine whether he’s guilty or not of drugging and sexually assaulting one of more than 60 women w...

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June 15, 2017 5 mins

After more than four days and 30 hours of deliberation, the jury in the sexual assault case against Bill Cosby has not reached a verdict. The deadlock could result in a hung jury. We ask what that means for both Cosby and Andrea Constand.

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 assaultin...

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June 8, 2017 12 mins

On this episode, we take a closer look at the testimony of Andrea Constand and her mother. Other alleged victims of Cosby show their support for Constand and we hear about backlash on social media.

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 accu...

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On the second day of the trial, Andrea Constand takes the stand. Out of all of Cosby’s accusers, Constand’s allegations against the comedian are the only ones that have lead to criminal charges.

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...

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June 5, 2017 15 mins

On this episode we hear about opening statements, the testimony of victim #6, and from Gloria Allred about statute of limitations.

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,...

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June 2, 2017 19 mins

In episode 3, Cosby faces one of his accusers and the court of public opinion.

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 Nort...

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May 31, 2017 22 mins

The black community reacts to Cosby’s criticisms as allegations of sexual assault become public.

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 ...

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In episode 1, we take a look at Cosby’s North Philadelphia roots and his rise to fame.

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...

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May 11, 2017 2 mins

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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