Jane Doe

Jane Doe, a high school student, recounts her harrowing experience of being falsely accused of racism, revealing the personal and institutional fallout. She discusses the lack of support from her school and how she’s fighting back against these damaging allegations. Attorney Mark McCloskey shares insights on Jane’s legal battle while reflecting on his own controversial experiences during social justice protests in St. Louis. Together, they shine a light on the emotional turmoil of facing such accusations and the complexities surrounding political expression in education.

Host Tara Bay introduces Jane Doe, the subject of Larkspur Underground. Jane miraculously survives being held captive in an underground killing complex. She reveals the horrors endured and her role in documenting the killings. We learn about her arrest, conviction, and her eventual path to redemption and release from prison.