THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET: WHO IS TO BLAME?

THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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CYRANO DE BERGERAC'S TRAGIC END: WHO IS TO BLAME?

Who’s to blame for the Tragic End of Cyrano de Bergerac?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) explores the themes of love, insecurity and deception which ultimately lead to the tragic demise of the famous fictional character Cyrano de Bergerac. She’s joined by Fact Chec ...  Show more

The Aftermath: Robert Durst Murders

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with investigative journalist and NYTimes best selling author Cathy Scott about the Robert Durst murders and the possible explanations behind his extremely delayed conviction. Her book Murder of a Mafia Daughter: The Life ...  Show more

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