151. "38 Witnesses, No One Called Police"- The Murder of Kitty Genovese & The Bystander Effect

A woman’s desperate screams. 38 people witness a woman being attacked on the street. No one intervenes allowing an attack to go on for 40 minutes, ultimately leading to murder. In March 1964, Kitty Genovese was attacked just steps from her New York apartment. Reports claimed thirty-eight witnesses saw or heard parts of the assault, and yet no one intervened. Kitty was more than a headline, she was a 28-year-old bartender, daughter, sister, and a lesbian quietly building a life with the woman she loved. But her death became one of the most infamous tragedies in queer history, not only for the brutality of the crime, but for what it revealed about society’s indifference. In this episode, we examine the myths, the truths, and how the case shaped both the criminal justice system and the narrative of LGBTQ+ lives in danger.Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light, all with a cold one in hand.Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.