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Al Letson Became A Human Shield

Al Letson Became A Human Shield

FromThe Gist


Al Letson Became A Human Shield

FromThe Gist

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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
Aug 29, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Al Letson was just trying to cover a demonstration – an anti-hate rally in Berkeley. When he saw a group of balaclava-clad men descend on an apparent right-wing agitator, he jumped into the fray, using his body to defend the man from kicks and punches. Letson is the host of Reveal from the Center for Investigative Reporting and PRX. And for the Spiel, is “#whaboom” the worst of our culture today?Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Released:
Aug 29, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

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