People V. Nassar

Lux Resources is a North Carolina-based 501(c)3 nonprofit that supports survivors of sexual violence through providing legal resources. Survivors can access resources and legal aid for free on our website, www.luxresources.org. Please see the following trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual violence. Please take care of yourself when listening. See the description below for more detailed information. This episode discusses the People v. Nassar case, the former USA Gymnastics doctor who pled guilty to seven counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. We review his background, the extent of his crimes, the survivors who brought him to justice, and the policy changes that followed surrounding sexual abuse in sports.  References USA Today article on Nassar's career and background The New York Times interviews with former colleagues and gymnasts  The Guardian victim testimonies and early reports The Indianapolis Star investigative reports CNN coverage of Nassar's trial and sentencing BBC detailed timeline and case proceedings ABC News on USA Gymnastics reforms SafeSport Authorization Act details "What Is a Girl Worth?" by Rachael Denhollander "The Girls: An All-American Town, a Predatory Doctor, and the Untold Story of the Gymnasts Who Brought Him Down" by Abigail Pesta "At the Heart of Gold: Inside the USA Gymnastics Scandal" "Athlete A" www.luxresources.org Email: [email protected] Instagram: @luxresources Tiktok: @luxresources Want to get in touch? Ideas for resources to add to the website? Podcast content suggestions? Reach out to us: https://www.luxresources.org/contact