435 - Ring Ring, Canada
- Jul 4, 2024
- 1:25:50
- Full Episode
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<p>On today’s episode, Karen covers the wrongful conviction of Lamonte McIntyre and Georgia tells the story of the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist.</p><p>For our sources and show notes, visit <a href="http://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes">www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes</a>.</p><p>Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: <a href="https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g">https://bit.ly/3UFCn1g</a> </p><p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
Lamont McIntyre was wrongfully convicted of murder due to police misconduct and unreliable eyewitnesses, serving 23 years before exoneration.
Key points
- MFM Podcast Hosts' Synchronization. Georgia and Karen celebrate their synchronized podcast intro after a break.
- Milwaukee's Cozy Charm. The hosts share their love for Milwaukee's beautiful neighborhoods and homes.
- Lamont's Wrongful Conviction. The story of Lamont McIntyre's wrongful conviction and the failures of the justice system.
- Witness Manipulation. Eyewitnesses were pressured into identifying Lamont as the shooter, leading to his wrongful conviction.
- Lamont's Release. After 23 years, Lamont McIntyre is finally exonerated and released from prison.
- Lawsuit Settlement. In 2022, the lawsuit settled for $12.5 million, highlighting the severity of the case.
Episode highlights
- MFM Podcast Hosts' SynchronizationGeorgia and Karen celebrate their synchronized podcast intro after a break.“This is like the most perfectly synchronized intro we've ever done.”2:31Jul 4, 2024
- Milwaukee's Cozy CharmThe hosts share their love for Milwaukee's beautiful neighborhoods and homes.“It felt like a homey, cozy, beautiful in every way city.”9:39Jul 4, 2024
- Lamont's Wrongful ConvictionThe story of Lamont McIntyre's wrongful conviction and the failures of the justice system.“This is the story of Lamont McIntyre's wrongful conviction.”20:10Jul 4, 2024
- Witness ManipulationEyewitnesses were pressured into identifying Lamont as the shooter, leading to his wrongful conviction.“If you don't do what we discussed, I'll throw your black ass in jail.”31:00Jul 4, 2024
- Lamont's ReleaseAfter 23 years, Lamont McIntyre is finally exonerated and released from prison.“The first thing he says after 23 years behind bars is, quote, it's nice outside.”40:27Jul 4, 2024
- Lawsuit SettlementIn 2022, the lawsuit settled for $12.5 million, highlighting the severity of the case.“In 2022, the lawsuit settled for $12.5 million.”42:45Jul 4, 2024
- Creation of Miracle of InnocenceLamont McIntyre creates a nonprofit to help free the innocent and support their reintegration.“Lamont McIntyre has created a nonprofit called Miracle of Innocence with a man named Daryl Burton.”47:13Jul 4, 2024
- The Black Market ConnectionA black market for maple syrup emerges, fueled by producers unhappy with regulations.“There is a maple syrup black market.”1:07:15Jul 4, 2024
Tension
85/ 100High tension
