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Gore
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Coroner's Inquest
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Death
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Independent Police Conduct Authority Of New Zealand
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SERIES 9 - DIAGNOSIS OF A CRIME: Imagine being told that what’s wrong with your child isn’t an illness or an accident, but a crime. From the team behind The Boy in the Water and Fractured, Diagnosis of a Crime takes you inside the lives of families torn apart by a medical diagnosis. Join us for Melanie Reid’s latest groundbreaking ... more

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As the Delve team digs deeper into the North Island case of a young father in prison, a bigger question emerges: is the medical certainty behind the diagnosis of non-accidental injury more belief than science?

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A young father is serving six years in prison, but his case takes an extraordinary turn when Melanie Reid’s investigation finds there is no evidence of rib fractures to his baby. How can someone be convicted on injuries that don’t exist? And what hap... more

A family in shock, a father behind bars and a controversial medical diagnosis at the centre of it all. The Delve team begins its investigation into whether key evidence used to convict a young dad even exists.

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It’s been described as career-ending for New Zealand doctors to go up against the Starship Children’s Hospital experts, so the Delve team takes this investigation international. 

As mentioned in the episode, here is a link to the 2017 Swedish SBU re... more

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Irene Marie
Mother of Justin, discussing her son's conviction
Episode: S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 5: The Truck Driver
**Unnamed Pro Athlete**
A well-known sports figure in New Zealand facing legal charges related to child abuse.
Episode: S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 2: The Pro Athlete
Megan Fowler
Auckland-based clinical psychologist and pediatric neuropsychologist
Episode: S8 | Season 4 | Ep 7: The Boy in the Water | The Lachie Walked Theory
Dr. Carmen Basu
Pediatrician at Auckland Starship Hospital
Episode: S8 | Season 4 | Ep 7: The Boy in the Water | The Lachie Walked Theory
Kerry Cook
Leading criminal defence lawyer
Episode: S7 | Fractured Season 2 | Ep 9: Finding Kerry Cook
Joris Debreus
Former Human Rights and Race Relations Commissioner
Episode: S7 | Fractured Season 2 | Ep 6: Face To Face
Dr. Roland Auer
Neuropathologist and professor of pathology and laboratory medicine with decades of experience in brain disease and trauma.
Not specified
Episode: S7 | Fractured Season 2 | Ep 5: Magical Thinking
Dr. Barry Schifrin
An obstetrician-gynecologist with over 60 years of experience and numerous publications on fetal monitoring.
Based in Los Angeles, affiliated with various medical schools including Harvard University.
Episode: S7 | Fractured Season 2 | Ep 3: The Voice Of The Fetus
Professor Gerald Pals
An internationally renowned biochemist and geneticist at the Amsterdam University Medical Centre who specializes in reviewing medical cases related to genetics and bone diseases.
Amsterdam University Medical Centre
Episode: S7 | Fractured Season 2 | Ep 2: Fracture Or Suture

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Melanie Reid
Host of DELVE, investigative journalist known for in-depth storytelling that blends personal narratives with broader societal themes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Real Journalism.

    Very gripping, I love the Boy in the water .So frustrating all the polices fundamental flaws at the out set, no statements from key witnesses, no photos, wrong pathologist. Why were statements taken so late!? Great work Melanie and team

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Urbnkiwi
    New Zealand24 days ago
  • Repetitive

    I found this podcast very frustrating. It could have been cut down by hours if parts were not repeated over and over. It’s a shame as it’s an interesting case, but I lost interest with the repetitiveness.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Frangipaan
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Devastating

    When trusted institutions fail the community they are supposed assist it becomes a living hell for the parents & child.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenny from Oz
    Australiaa month ago
  • Important issue

    Great to see some momentum around this issue. The Age just released their Diagnosing Murder podcast on the same issue. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ed_3-05183-05913-=
    Australia2 months ago
  • Adverts adverts adverts

    I get the need to have ads for revenue, but this is above ridiculous with the sheer number of them. Half of the majority of episodes are ads. Even worse is that they are all the same 2 or 3 ads and they just run on repeat over and over. Sometimes the same ad twice in a row. Very annoying and enough to turn me off of continuing, which sucks because the story telling and everything else is great.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    jachunter1086
    Canada3 months ago

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The storytelling approach is praised for being engaging and emotionally resonant, often leading to strong connections with the cases discussed.

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#175
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#34
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#11
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#4
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#115
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#158
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S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 6: The Elusive Fractures
Q: So did it not come up in her trial that there were none?
There was no expert to contest the findings about the rib fractures in the trial.
S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 6: The Elusive Fractures
Q: Can we get a quick review of what the radiology shows from Doug and or Julie?
We need to find out if they agree on the existence of the rib fractures.
S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 5: The Truck Driver
Q: How is your son coping?
He's strong-minded, sensible, and coping as well as he can.
S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 5: The Truck Driver
Q: What did you think when they said he had 19 back rib fractures?
Just what the hell is going on?
S9 | Diagnosis of a Crime | Ep 5: The Truck Driver
Q: What was it like to hear your son was convicted?
It was like, 'What the hell?' and something no mother wants to hear.

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The content highlights complex and emotionally charged investigations into tragic events, primarily focusing on the legal and medical intricacies that affect families involved in crises. Episodes generally discuss the repercussions of police investigations, coroner findings, and the judicial turmoil experienced by families faced with accusations or unseen injustices. Investigative storytelling is notable, bringing to light deeply flawed systems and the personal impacts on individuals and communities, often leading to broader discussions about accountability, healing, and the quest for truth. Unique aspects include firsthand interviews with key figures, emotional narratives from affected families, and the examination of controversial cases l... more

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2. **Unnamed Pro Athlete**
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5. Kerry Cook
6. Joris Debreus
7. Dr. Roland Auer
8. Dr. Barry Schifrin

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