Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Why We Have Grand Juries, the LAPD and Cosby, and a 'Wild' Weekend
The LAPD says it will investigate any new sexual assault claims against comedian Bill Cosby. But can the police do anything if the statute of limitations has run out? We look at that and take stock of the allegations against Cosby.
By Madeleine Brand • • 52m ListenIn the wake of protests over grand jury decisions in Ferguson and New York, we examine the history of the grand jury system and its role in the criminal justice system. Then, the LAPD says it will investigate any new sexual assault claims against comedian Bill Cosby. But can police do anything if the statute of limitations has run out? Next, a look at the comedians in the Middle East who are parodying the militant Islamist group ISIS. In our weekly film segment, we look at the latest box office releases including the highly anticipated Wild, starring Reese Witherspoon. And finally, how did the once sleepy suburb of Arcadia transform into what’s now known as the “Chinese Beverly Hills"?
Banner Image: Still photo from Wild
