LEAD how this story ends is up to us

LEAD how this story ends is up to us

ENDLEADPOISONING.ORG L E A D An audio docudrama series inspired by the true story of one child, his mysterious lead poisoning and his mother’s unwavering fight to keep him safe. Written and produced by Shannon Burkett Co-produced by Jenny Maguire Directed by Alan Taylor Featuring Merritt Wever, Alessandro Nivola, Cynthia Nixon, and Cooper Burkett. Music by Peter Salett Sound by Andy Kris Please go to endleadpoisoning.org for full cast, crew, corresponding photos/videos, and to learn how to reduce lead exposure in children.

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April 16, 2025 2 mins

*HOW THIS STORY ENDS IS UP TO US*


LEAD: An audio docudrama series inspired by the true story of one child, his mysterious lead poisoning and his mother’s unwavering fight to keep him safe.


Written and Produced by Shannon Burkett

Co-Produced by Jenny Maguire

Directed by Alan Taylor


FEATURING

Merritt Wever (UnbelievableSeverance)
Alessandro Nivola (The Brutalist, The Many Saints of Newark)
Cooper Burkett (Lead Advocate,...

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