Hidden Threads
Hidden Threads explores the intriguing and often untold stories behind private investigators' most puzzling and high-stakes cases. Each episode delves into the hidden connections, dark secrets, and unexpected twists uncovered by PI’s as they navigate the shadows of truth.
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Hidden Threads
Unraveling Justice: Edwards, Gideon, and the Limits of Public Defenders
In this episode of Hidden Threads, Macky and Jus dive into two landmark Supreme Court cases—Edwards v. Arizona and Gideon v. Wainwright—that reshaped the right to counsel in America. They unpack how these rulings aimed to protect the accused but reveal the cracks in the system, spotlighting the often-overwhelmed and underfunded public defender model. Macky and Jus debate the challenges, shortcomings, and systemic pressures that can make public defenders a less reliable option for fair representation. Join us for a critical look at the legal threads tying our rights to the courtroom.