Ep. 17 - Author Joseph Rosenbloom Reveals Details of MLK’s Final 31 Hours in Memphis

What really happened in the final 31 hours of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life? In this episode, Richard Ryles is joined by Joseph Rosenbloom, author of Redemption, to retrace the steps of a tragedy that changed history. From the tense atmosphere of 1968 Memphis to the "uncanny sequence of circumstances" that allowed an assassin to succeed, they uncover the human vulnerability behind the civil rights legend.They also tackle the hard questions: Was there a conspiracy involving the FBI? Did the police intentionally drop security? Rosenbloom separates myth from fact, offering a gripping look at Dr. King's premonitions of mortality and the unfinished fight for economic justice. Use the hashtag #RylesReport to share your thoughts on the episode!