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This edition: Trump's War on Free Speech, Witnessing and Execution

Episode Details

Original tape date: March 13, 2025. First aired: March 14, 2025.

This week, an in-depth conversation with David Enrich, author of the timely book "Murder the Truth." Enrich explores the alarming threats to free speech and the First Amendment, describing coordinated efforts to silence journalists and protect powerful interests. The discussion sheds light on the challenges faced by media outlets, especially smaller organizations, in the current climate of legal intimidation. Then, a sobering look at capital punishment, with AP reporter Jeffrey Collins sharing his firsthand account of witnessing South Carolina's recent execution by firing squad. Collins, who has covered 11 executions, offers his perspective on different execution methods and their impact. The show examines some ethical implications of capital punishment and the current state of the death penalty in South Carolina.

Guest List

Jeffrey Collins South Carolina Reporter, The Associated Press

David Enrich Bus. Investigations Editor, The New York Times

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