The Fault Line: Dying for a Fight

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Portland-based anti-fascist Sean Kealiher was killed in 2019, months before the uprising that would bring Portland international attention. Nearly two years later, his homicide remains unsolved. His mother, Laura, believes she hasn't received justice because of police hatred for her son and his politics. Dying For A Fight, the second installment in Somethin’ Else’s Fault Line series, goes in search of answers: What happened the night Sean was killed? Why have no arrests been made? Who are the Americans living at the political extremes? And how did things escalate from Portland to the Capitol? This show is a co-production with Oregon Public Broadcasting.Season 1 of The Fault Line: Bush, Blair and Iraq, is also available to view on this platform. On September 11th 2001, as he faced incalculable losses after the terrorist attacks that day, President George W Bush made a call to his greatest international ally: British Prime Minister Tony Blair. 18 months later, Bush and Blair led a coalition into a war that went horribly wrong. David Dimbleby, one of the BBC’s best known news hosts and reporters, takes us back to those crucial 18 months. Talking to prime ministers, politicians, spies and weapons inspectors he asks how and why we came to invade Iraq. And as we experience an era of lies and mistrust - did the events of 17 years ago set the stage for the world we live in now? Want the full story? Unlock all episodes of The Fault Line, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all at once, all ad-free.Just click ‘Subscribe’ on the top of The Fault Line show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you listen.A Somethin' Else & Sony Music Entertainment production.Find out more about The Binge and other podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts.

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  • Happygoddess
    Well done. Factual
    Great job on this one! Thanks for bringing to light this small story about the Portland problem.
  • sbs711
    Whoa! Surprise twist!
    Didn’t expect the bonus episode info! What a wild story. Well done.
  • superfan101010
    Kudos for shaming cops into solving a murder!!!
    Million thumbs up for DYING FOR A FIGHT!!
  • girllovespods
    Should be a movie!!
    Amazing work, fantastic storytelling
  • A nameless hack
    Gripping
    Having lived in Portland since 1985, I’ve been witness to the unfolding political drama that has happened here since then. This podcast was eye-opening in many ways mostly because it’s the news that didn’t make ’the news’ and explains why law enforcement here is questionable
  • Mitch Coos
    S2 is good
    The season about Sean K in portland is well done. Sergio Olmos is a great host.
  • ian yancey
    Unbalanced
    The show itself is produced very well. But I can’t wrap my head around the defund the police/ we want the police to solve this rhetoric. Witnesses at the scene are saying they’ll NEVER testify. Of course the system needs a complete overhaul, but in the terms and mode of this case/podcast, very unbalanced. I hope Laura will be able to find justice for her son.
  • lucyphord
    Very well done
    Excellent reporting of a tragic unsolved murder in its historical, political, and personal context. Provides true insight about the current political climate in Portland.
  • alicemerry
    Excellent!
    An fascinating deep dive into what has been happening on the streets of Portland for the past few years. Really appreciate this show.
  • DaisyScov
    Good podcast
    I think this podcast was well done and told a perspective that I didn’t have much insight to. However I do not understand the view of wanting some justice but then saying they would never help the police? Police need witnesses and information to solve cases. I can’t wrap my head around those views.
  • cmbfrompdx
    Highly recommend this podcast
    Sergio Olmos and team do a remarkable review and analysis of what happened with Portland protests in 2020. Very engaging and eye opening.
  • Musickmagick
    Good job Sergio.
    This is great investigative reporting, he put in the work and got answers.
  • mr smackin
    Smack
    The good is, this is well presented. Sergio is clear and does well presenting the story. The content is questionable. Very biased, from one extreme view in most cases, while criticizing the other extreme view. I had hoped there would be more balance. There are no likable people in this story. None, so it’s hard to listen to a story full of hateful people. But I did, to hear that perspective. But the hypocrisy is overwhelming at time. It’s like listening to main stream news channels, only posting what they want you to see, to further their politics. Too much time trying to present your actions, including the host, as honorable, but not criticizing the extremes on your side. There are small numbers of extremes on either side of this argument, but this podcast mostly focused on one side, and justifies the other side who do the same. All while acting innocent. This is like a divorce, where each side vilifies the other, all while ignoring their own bad behavior. And thinking only their view is the right one. Confusing at times. Questioning why a cop doesn’t have a solution for the problem, while the whole podcast is saying ignore anything the cops say. Why isn’t up to the citizens to solve violence? We are the ones starting it, for the most part. Why question why their are no police present at one protest, then complain when they act on another. Something about cake and eating it too. We surpassed a billion dollars in property damage, BEFORE the Jan 6 nonsense at the capital. How did a billion in damage help the country? But hey, let’s brag about breaking windows, giving credit to a guy for the idea. Fighting “fascism” by being a fascist yourself is perplexing. Anyway, I listened, it was presented and produced well, but the view is so blind to the whole story, myopic, that it is hard to take it serious. And maybe find likable people, or don’t present them as so hateful if you do find them likable. I listen to murder podcast that have more likable people than this one.
  • Fricorfrac
    On the whole
    Compelling but on the whole, I find this coverage unbalanced. There’s plenty of problems at both extremes and the amount of damage done to downtown Portland during the 2020 protests was glossed over. Also, some of the background music is quite intrusive.
  • dws other mom
    very important pod
    i can’t believe this isn’t getting more attention?? this is such a relevant, nuanced story about (but not limited to): a mother’s heartbreaking journey thru grief, corruption in law enforcement, Portland’s dark, racist history and the groups that formed to combat it, a thoughtful, non-naval-gaze-y take on extremism on the right and the left and it’s consequences, all told thru the vehicle of *literally* an unsolved murder mystery! like, what more do you want, people?? don’t listen to the fascist weenies in the reviews/comments (or ever), this is full of impressive and thorough local, on the ground reporting and super immersive archival. and amazing music! also, just want to say, Laura is such a fascinating person/subject/tough cookie—my heart really goes out to her. really can’t say enough good things about this. hats off to the reporters and producers!
  • podcastfam
    This gave me chills
    Parts of season 2 have given me chills. The Portland area is home and I hadn’t heard lots of this before.
  • Pod person 1000
    This is a brilliant show
    Really worth listening to!
  • nolanrubybeck
    Thanks!
    It’s a great story, really heartbreaking at times.
  • ringneck86
    Really
    This podcast is captivating on how messed up these people are. The mom is a joke. Her son is dead because she was a horrible parent. She thinks so much of this is funny… keep laughing mom don’t give a crap about your pile of a son.
  • Diomedes of Argos
    Platforms fascists
    Sergio Olmos decides to do a "both sides" narratives to a young person's death by platforming fascists who participated in his murder. This is why anti-fascists hate liberal press, y'all work with fash.
  • Caseyyaz
    Don’t platform fascists.
    Joey Gibson is not a “conservative” and should never be given airtime to openly lie about what he did and what he advocates.
  • Sjeckers
    Self Important
    Not a fan of the Portland drama kids protest. Sounds like an adrenaline high. Go to school. Graduate. Don’t sell out. Effect change from within.
  • #1Zepp Fan
    Hooked
    All the excitement of a true crime thriller with real insights to the state of the country. Can’t wait to hear what comes next!
  • Guitar Famy
    Death of Sean K
    Excellent!!!
  • JoniB917
    Dying for a Fignt
    This was great … everyone should listen!
  • thespa33
    The death of Sean kealiher
    This is a must listen. So compelling and hold your interests So riveting it makes you glued to your seat I can’t wait for next weeks episode.
  • CABJB
    Introducing The Fault Line
    This was a riveting podcast. The listener can feel the heartbreak of Sean’s family and their anger & frustration over his senseless death. Can’t wait for Episode 2!!
  • lmonocle
    What a story
    Really captivating storytelling. Keep up the good work!
  • Tomanyusernamestoremember
    Fantastic podcast
    The events that unfolded during the Iraq war as a person in my twenties then shaped my political views thereafter. We must not forget these grave mistakes. Excellent work by those that put this podcast together.
  • thos_pratt
    Worthwhile
    Well-researched and well-presented podcast. Difficult to imagine a bigger, more foolish thing than the Iraq War. The mix of hubris, naivety and ignorance that led the west to destroy Iraq is shocking, and this podcast is a worthy reminder.
  • AZ_SKE
    Enjoyed
    The UK perspective was very insightful. So interesting to hear the political navigation that occurred.
  • RogueFiccer
    First Rate
    I started the series knowing we entered the war on false pretenses, but I had no idea how false until listening to 'Fault Line'. Excellent and thorough research. The interview clips sharing relevant first person experiences add so much.
  • Gertrude G.
    The Fault Line
    I have come to the end so grateful for the experience. Although I leave even more troubled than when I started, my vision is clearer and my heart is heavier. Thank you.
  • 2Xmamamary
    Must listen!
    This is the exact podcast I’ve been looking for. When we went to war I was only in middle school, so getting factual information now is imperative to my growth
  • nutrena
    Biased
    I think the title says it all. I disagreed with the war at the time also. I am not a big Bush fan but he did the best he could at the time with the information he had. EVERY administration has an agenda and a strong belief in that agenda. It’s always going to be difficult to challenge that agenda.
  • Sac Leader
    About to listen!
    I wonder if it will be worth it? Great job on the cover art!
  • ToDiKo
    Very excited for this.
    Love David, and this is such a good story!
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