Lynching In America Podcast

Remembering John Hartfield

Tarabu Betserai Kirkland remembers family friend John Hartfield, who was lynched in 1919 in Ellisville, Mississippi. You can learn more about Mr. Kirkland's story in the documentary he’s making about his mother’s journey at www.100YearsFromMississippi.com.

Remembering Wes Johnson

James Johnson remembers his relative Wes Johnson, who was lynched in 1937 in Abbeville, Alabama.

Remembering 30 years on death row

Anthony Ray Hinton reflects on the 30 years he served on death row for a crime he did not commit.

Remembering Thomas Miles

Luz Myles, Phoebe Dedman, and Shirah Dedman remember the family patriarch, Thomas Miles, who was lynched in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 1912.

Remembering Fred Croft

Vanessa Croft remembers her Uncle, Fred Croft, who fled Gadsden, Alabama, after a near lynching in the 1930s.