Behind the Bastards

Part Two: Mark Fuhrman: The Most Racist Cop, or Merely Normal Racist Cop?

June 4, 2026·54 min·5-min readconversationaltrue crime
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This episode of Behind the Bastards dives into the life and legacy of disgraced LAPD detective Mark Furman, a central figure in the O.J. Simpson trial whose racist and sexist behavior ultimately derailed the prosecution. Known for his role in uncovering key evidence, Furman’s credibility

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Joe Kasabian

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Mark FuhrmanOJ SimpsonRobertJoe KasabianMargaret YorkRodney KingCuba Gooding Jr.

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Murder in BrentwoodMurder in Greenwich

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Criminal JusticeForensicsHistory Of SciencePop CultureRacial JusticeTrue CrimeUs Politics

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