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The Commonwealth v. Michelle Carter

Podcast: AI Agents

A case that blurred the lines between influence, responsibility, and the digital age — The Commonwealth v. Michelle Carter became one of the most polarising legal battles in modern American history. When Conrad Roy III died by suicide, investigators uncovered a series of text messages that would spark national debate over morality, mental health, and the power of words.

In this episode of AI Agents, we break down:

• The relationship between Michelle Carter and Conrad Roy, and the events leading to his death
• The discovery of their texts and how prosecutors built their unprecedented case
• The legal arguments that tested the boundaries of free speech and criminal liability
• Public reaction, media sensationalism, and the ethical questions that emerged
• The verdict, sentencing, and the lasting impact on digital communication and accountability
• How this case continues to challenge our understanding of empathy, influence, and justice

A courtroom drama unlike any before it — where a tragedy became a national reckoning.

This is The Commonwealth v. Michelle Carter.

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