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    Introducing “The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop”

    en-usOctober 13, 2023

    Podcast Summary

    • A Cold War Mystery: The Empty Grave of Maurice BishopAn upcoming Washington Post investigative podcast explores the 1983 execution of Grenadian revolutionary leader Maurice Bishop and the mystery surrounding the whereabouts of his remains, shedding light on the U.S. government's role in the events.

      The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop is an upcoming investigative podcast from The Washington Post, hosted by Martine Powers, about a cold war mystery surrounding the execution of Maurice Bishop, a revolutionary leader on the Caribbean island of Grenada in 1983. Despite speculation about the whereabouts of Bishop and seven other executed individuals' remains, no concrete answers have been found. Powers spent nearly two years interviewing over 100 people, including Grenadians and Americans, to shed light on the mystery and the role the U.S. government played in the events that unfolded. The podcast will launch its first two episodes on October 23rd, and Powers' recent investigation has uncovered new reporting about the U.S.' involvement in the mystery. With interviews from forensic pathologists and other key figures, Powers aims to provide new answers to a question that has lingered for 40 years.

    • Exclusive early access to new Empty Grave episodes on Apple Podcasts for The Washington Post subscribersThe Washington Post subscribers get an added benefit of early access to new Empty Grave podcast episodes on Apple Podcasts.

      Subscribers of The Washington Post can enjoy an added perk of early access to new episodes of the Empty Grave podcast each week on Apple Podcasts. This exclusive benefit is an added value for those who subscribe to The Washington Post and keeps them updated on the latest investigative journalism from the podcast. It's important to note that this early access is not limited to Apple Podcasts, and listeners are encouraged to follow the podcast on their preferred platform. So, make sure to stay informed and engaged with the Empty Grave podcast, no matter where you listen.

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    Grenada’s Black revolutionary leader, Maurice Bishop, was executed in a coup in 1983, along with seven others. The whereabouts of their remains are unknown. “The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop” delves into the revolutionary history of Grenada, why the missing remains still matter and the role the U.S. government played in shaping the fate of the island nation. 


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