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   S1 · E888 · 12 Oct 2026 · 11 minNew

   Shortcut: How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia?

   This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Professor Stephen Cordner AM has been at the forefront of forensic medicine for decades. His expert evidence has played a role in some of Australia’s most controversial cases, including those of Lindy Chamberlain and Kathleen Folbigg. He joins us to discuss his book Wrongful Convictions in Australia: Addressing Issues in the Criminal Justice System and why he believes wrongful convictions are a significant and largely unmeasured problem in…

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   S1 · E889 · 11 Oct 2026 · 46 minNew

   How Common Are Miscarriages of Justice in Australia?

   Professor Stephen Cordner AM has been at the forefront of forensic medicine for decades. His expert evidence has played a role in some of Australia’s most controversial cases, including those of Lindy Chamberlain and Kathleen Folbigg. He joins us to discuss his book Wrongful Convictions in Australia: Addressing Issues in the Criminal Justice System and why he believes wrongful convictions are a significant and largely unmeasured problem in Australia. You can purchase your copy here. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can watch our episodes by visiting our…

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   S1 · E886 · 7 Oct 2026 · 35 min

   Shaken Baby Syndrome: How Certain Is the Diagnosis?

   Few areas of forensic medicine are more sensitive, or more consequential, than the question of how a baby suffered a serious brain injury. Journalist Michael Bachelard explores the controversial science behind shaken baby syndrome in his podcast Diagnosing Murder , investigating cases where parents and carers have been accused of harming their children. You can listen to Diagnosing Murder wherever you get your podcasts. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast?…

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   S1 · E885 · 7 Oct 2026 · 10 min

   Shortcut: Shaken Baby Syndrome: How Certain Is the Diagnosis?

   This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Few areas of forensic medicine are more sensitive, or more consequential, than the question of how a baby suffered a serious brain injury. Journalist Michael Bachelard explores the controversial science behind shaken baby syndrome in his podcast Diagnosing Murder , investigating cases where parents and carers have been accused of harming their children. You can listen to Diagnosing Murder wherever you get your podcasts. You can watch our episodes…

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   S1 · E884 · 4 Oct 2026 · 57 min

   The Online Sextortion of Mac Holdsworth

   In 2022, teenager Mac Holdsworth was the victim of an online sexual extortion scam. When Mac couldn’t meet the demands for money, nude photos of him were shared with his contacts. The results of that night were catastrophic. His father, Wayne Holdsworth, has since dedicated himself to telling Mac’s story. He founded SmackTalk, a charity focused on suicide prevention and online safety, and works to educate young people, parents and communities about the dangers of online sexual extortion. ATC Plus subscribers can listen to this episode ad free here. You can learn more about…

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   S1 · E883 · 4 Oct 2026 · 15 min

   Shortcut: The Online Sextortion of Mac Holdsworth

   This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. In 2022, teenager Mac Holdsworth was the victim of an online sexual extortion scam. When Mac couldn’t meet the demands for money, nude photos of him were shared with his contacts. The results of that night were catastrophic. His father, Wayne Holdsworth, has since dedicated himself to telling Mac’s story. He founded SmackTalk, a charity focused on suicide prevention and online safety, and works to educate young people, parents and…

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   S1 · E882 · 4 Oct 2026 · 22 min

   True Crime Tonight: The Cornell 7

   This week on True Crime Tonight we discuss: How responses to allegations of sexual offending have changed over the years The Cornell 7 An interview with John Herbert about his book, Crossroads. Hosted by Meshel Laurie, True Crime Tonight airs Sundays from 6-7pm on KIIS, breaking down the biggest crime stories, documentaries and cases everyone’s talking about. Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on our True Crime Hotline here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on…