Episode #1823

NPR

Published June 1, 2018 at 11:48 AM EDT

The story of Elizabeth Ramirez and her friends, who were accused of sexual assault and have maintained that they are innocent for over 20 years. Also, a Spanish LGBTQ Anthem and Carmen Carrera.

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