Elizabeth Smart: Kidnapped by a Prophet
When Elizabeth Smart is taken from her Salt Lake City bedroom, the search fractures under pressure, publicity, and false certainty. The case culminates in Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee facing justice, and Elizabeth reclaiming her voice in the aftermath.
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Show Notes
In June 2002, a Federal Heights neighbourhood wakes to panic as the investigation stalls and fractures. With suspicion falling on handyman Richard Ricci, the Smart family turns to the spotlight and America’s Most Wanted. The search may end, but the legal fight begins, with an insanity defence and Elizabeth forced to reclaim her voice.
Topics include
- Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee, and the belief system behind the control
- Salt Lake City, the LDS Church, and the media storm around the case
- America’s Most Wanted, the sketch, and the moment Elizabeth was recognised
- Aftermath, testimony, and survivor advocacy
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- Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
- Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland
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