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Podcast: Beyond the Pen
Episode: Unpacking a Killer Story: The Making of a True Crime Podcast with Author Matthew Witten
Description: In this episode of Beyond the Pen, Matthew Witten talks about his book, Killer Story, and its inspiration. Join us as we dive into the world of true crime podcasts with the fictional story of Petra Kovach, a young journalist who risks everything to launch a podcast investigating an unsolved murder. We explore the themes of immigration, short-form storytelling, and identity and how they intersect with Petra's journey. We also discuss the moral and ethical implications of the journalism, the justice system, and the importance of character development in storytelling.<...