Assumptions w/ Nazneen Contractor

This week, Kara and Liza recap “Facing Demons” (Season 20, Episode 16), discuss the former Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert's sexual abuse cases, and interview the incredible William Sadler. SOURCES:Wikipedia - Dennis HastertThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3PBS 1PBS 2PBS 3DuPage County Bar AssociationABC7 1ABC7 2Daily MailNew York PostNBC News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Sexual Violence and the Coach–Athlete Relationship Next week’s episode will be “Burning With Rage Forever" (Season 23, Episode 11).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Liza and Kara celebrate their 300th episode by recapping “Bang” (Season 12, Episode 22), discussing the wild Keith MacDonald (a.k.a. "Love Rat Dad") case, and interviewing the iconic John Stamos. SOURCES:Daily MailDaily MirrorWomensLaw.org1800RESPECTCTV News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Food Bank for New York City Next week’s episode will be “Facing Demons” (Season 20, Episode 16).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Guardians and Gladiators” (Season 22, Episode 1), discuss the infuriating Central Park birdwatching incident, and interview the lovely Stephen Wallem (Nurse Jackie). SOURCES:The New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3The New York Times 4The New York Times 5The New York Times 6The New York Times 7NewsweekCNN WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Better Living Through Birding Next week’s episode will be “Bang” (Season 12, Episode 22). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Liza and Kara discuss the SVU episode “Weak” (Season 6, Episode 9) and investigate the horrific crimes of Chicago mass murderer Richard Speck. SOURCES:The Pennsylvania GazetteWikipedia - Troy GravesThe Marshall ProjectThe Philadelphia InquirerWikipedia - Richard SpeckChicago History MuseumTimeCBS News WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Women’s Law Project Next week’s episode will be “Guardians and Gladiators” (Season 22, Episode 1). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kara and Liza recap “Welcome to the Pedo Motel” (Season 22, Episode 10), discuss the infuriatingly tragic Ahmaud Arbery case, and interview the delightful Victoria Lily Robertson. SOURCES:CNNThe Guardian 1The Guardian 2U.S. Department of JusticeThe Florida Times-UnionACLU GeorgiaCBS NewsThe New York TimesA&EFBIThe Seattle Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:National Reentry Resource Center Next week’s episode will be “Weak" (Season 6, Episode 9).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Liza and Kara tackle the episode “Child's Welfare” (Season 13, Episode 16), discuss the truly horrific kidnapping of Jaycee Dugard, and interview the wonderful Michael Weston (aka Simon, Olivia Benson’s brother).  SOURCES:CBS NewsThe New York Times 1The New York Times 2The New York Times 3Wikipedia - Kidnapping of Jaycee DugardABC News 1ABC News 2The Mercury News20/20People WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:A Stolen Life: A Memoir by Jaycee Dugard Next week’s episode will be “Welcome to the Pedo Motel” (Season 22, Episode 10).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Kara and Liza break down the SVU episode, “Swimming With The Sharks” (Season 21, Episode 15) and discuss the infuriating Seemona Sumasar and Jerry Ramrattan case. Plus, they interview the incredibly talented Radha Mitchell. SOURCES:The New York Times 1The New York Times 2CNNABC 7 1ABC 7 2ABC 7 36 ABCCBS NewsOxygenThe New York Post WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Teacher Wish Lists Next week’s episode will be “Child's Welfare” (Season 13, Episode 16). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Kara and Liza discuss the SVU episode “Assumptions” (Season 20, Episode 23), investigate the January 2019 confrontation at the Lincoln Memorial, and chat with the brilliant Nazneen Contractor. SOURCES:CNN 1CNN 2CBS News 1CBS News 2The GuardianNPRABC NewsFirst Amendment Watch 1First Amendment Watch 2Politico WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Combatants for Peace Next week’s episode will be “Swimming With the Sharks” (Season 21, Episode 15). Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Liza and Kara recap “Star-Struck Victims” (Season 17, Episode 16). They discuss the dozens of horrific rape allegations against Bill Cosby. And to cleanse the palate, they chat with the wonderful Craig Bierko. SOURCES:CNNAction News 5YahooThe Hollywood ReporterWikipedia - Bill Cosby sexual assault casesPhiladelphia MagazineThe Daily BeastUSA TodayThe New York Times WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:‘I’m No Longer Afraid’: 35 Women Tell Their Stories About Being Assaulted by Bill Cosby, and the Culture That Wouldn’t Listen Next week’s episode will be “Assumptions" (Season 20, Episode 23).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Liza and Kara tackle the classic SVU episode “Savant” (Season 9, Episode 4) and discuss the bizarre crimes of wife-murderer Jonathan Nyce. SOURCES:The New York TimesNBC NewsThe ReporterNBC PhiladelphiaAmerican Veterinary Medical AssociationU.S. Food and Drug AdministrationForensic Files Now WHAT WOULD SISTER PEG DO:Help Nelson and Ariel Through ICE Detention Crisis Next week’s episode will be “Star-Struck Victims” (Season 17, Episode 16).  Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/3yb7hquSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.