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  • Canada’s Political Prisoners? The Coutts Four

Canada’s Political Prisoners? The Coutts Four

Saturday 18th November 2023

Trish Wood explores the prolonged detention of the Coutts Four, questioning legal fairness and media framing while shedding light on the human impact.
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The Coutts Four: A Deep Dive into Canada’s Controversial Detention Case

Episode Overview

  • The episode challenges the handling of the Coutts Four's case and the role of the media
  • Insightful discussions shed light on the impact of the situation on the accused and their families
  • The podcast features personal accounts and experiences, providing a human perspective on a complex issue
You can't isolate people like that and not have long-term damage.
Imagine being held in detention for over 600 days without a trial. That's the reality for four men in Alberta, often referred to as Canada’s political prisoners. In this episode, award-winning journalist Trish Wood takes us through the labyrinth of their case, which stems from the Coutts trucker protest. Why are these men being denied their fundamental rights? Why has the media framed their charges so dramatically? Trish Wood doesn’t shy away from these tough questions.
She brings in voices from all sides, including those directly involved, to paint a vivid picture of the human cost behind this legal saga. Whether you’re familiar with the case or hearing about it for the first time, this episode offers a compelling look at justice, media influence, and the emotional toll on the accused and their families.