Faith, Justice, and the Death Penalty


Faith, Justice, and the Death Penalty


Join us and Dr. Rev. Shannon Fleck of Oklahoma Faith Network as we critically examine the religious narratives that both challenge and support the death penalty, seeking to understand the profound impact of faith on the pursuit of justice.

Welcome to Oklahoma Odyssey, the thought-provoking criminal justice podcast brought to you by Ashley Bender and Michael Olson from Oklahomans for Criminal Justice Reform. In this unique podcast episode, we unravel the intricate threads that bind faith, justice, and the contentious topic of the death penalty in the heartland of America.

This episode takes you on an enlightening exploration of the intersection between religious beliefs and the criminal justice system, with a particular focus on Oklahoma. As a state with a complex history concerning capital punishment, Oklahoma provides a captivating backdrop for our conversations.

Produced in Oklahoma, a state with its unique challenges and triumphs in the realm of criminal justice, our podcast invites you to join the conversation. Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or someone simply seeking to understand, this podcast offers a space for open dialogue and respectful examination of the relationship between religion and the death penalty.