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Belly of the Beast

An unlikely duo discovers a pattern of illegal sterilizations in women’s prisons, shielded by prison officials and doctors, and wage a near-impossible battle against the Department of Corrections. Belly of the Beast exposes modern-day eugenics and reproductive injustice in California prisons, through intimate accounts from currently and formerly incarcerated people.

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The Donut King

Meet the Donut King, Ted Ngoy, the Cambodian refugee who built a donut empire.

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Part 8 | Philly D.A. | Episode 8

Frustrated Krasner supporters warn he must accelerate plans to phase out cash bail.

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Part 7 | Philly D.A. | Episode 7

Krasner must decide whether to pursue a rarity—murder charges against a cop.

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