Jay-Z and Roc Nation are taking their social justice reform efforts to new heights with a podcast that will examine the many misconduct accusations against the Kansas City, Kansas police department.
Team Roc, Roc Nation’s social justice division, has announced the launch of “Corruption Uncovered,” a true crime podcast that will explore the intricate systemic failures within the Kansas City, Kansas criminal justice system. The first episode will debut on December 6th. The podcast will focus on the long-standing allegations of corruption within the Kansas City, Kansas, police department, coinciding with the scheduled trial of former detective Roger Golubski, who faces federal charges for extorting and raping Black women and teenagers. Golubski’s case is part of a broader investigation into the KCKPD’s practices and their effects on the community. Unfortunately, Golubski took his own life on Monday, the day his trial was set to begin.
“Corruption Uncovered” aims to highlight the consequences of this corruption, offering insights from survivors, impacted families, community members, attorneys, and activists. Dania Diaz, Team Roc’s managing director, emphasized the need for “powerful and comprehensive storytelling” to amplify the voices of the silenced and expose systemic issues. The podcast seeks to be an investigative platform to demand accountability and drive systemic change.
The series will also dive into the details of Golubski’s trial, shedding light on the pervasive impact of police misconduct. Journalist Josie Duffy Rice, known for her work on criminal justice issues, will host the podcast, which is executive produced by Team Roc, Kat Aaron, Je-Anne Berry, and Josie Duffy Rice, with Pineapple Street Studios producing the series.
In November, Roc Nation filed a lawsuit against the KCKPD and the Unified Government, claiming they conspired to block a public records request related to the allegations.
