Trial by Water
The Age and Sydney Morning HeraldTrial by Water is an investigative podcast series about Robert Farquharson, who has been locked up for decades for an unthinkable crime: murdering his three sons in a dam on Father’s Day, 2005.
Now scientists and lawyers are asking the question: did we get it wrong? And is this man in prison for a crime he didn’t commit?
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 15 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Category | True Crime | ||||
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- Heartbreaking
Let’s hope the tide is starting to turn on this bogus diagnosis. Seems we have a lot of work to do here in Australia. Well done Michael and team.
Apple Podcasts5Hobart21
Australia9 months ago - He’s innocent
For me this is clear as day. The man is innocent and wrongfully convicted. What makes me believe that he’s innocent is what makes others believe he’s guilty. If this had been planned, he wouldn’t have reacted the way he did, he would have pretended that he cared for these kids, pretended that he didn’t kill them … he’s not pretending anything, just being himself. Yes he didn’t act heroically to save the kids but life is not a movie, we don’t know how anyone would react in these tragic circumstan... more
Apple Podcasts5XtofOzAustraliaa year ago - Terrible
Sensationalist “journalism”. Stating cough syncope is real does not mean he is innocent. F states his son opened the door and he was able to shut it. But the car didn’t sink then, only when F opened the door. This was not addressed once. Oh and his friend must have lied. Not worth the time listening to the rest.
Apple Podcasts1Letsplayiphone!!!!!Australiaa year ago - Intriguing
Thoroughly enjoyed this podcast - thanks to all those who worked on it!
Apple Podcasts5HeidiWickoAustraliaa year ago - Listen and really listen
Some comments on here obviously have no idea of what shock is and how it can manifest and as such shouldn’t judge a whole podcast on whether the man is guilty or not. It’s a well researched and well told podcast that is all you need to know…
Apple Podcasts5Ladybug07
United Kingdoma year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #179 | Australia/True Crime |
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This investigative series centers on a high-profile Australian case, scrutinizing the conviction of a man for the murders of his three sons in a dam. Across episodes, the focus is on how medical theories, legal processes, and media narratives intersect, and whether diagnostic assumptions like shaken baby syndrome have influenced outcomes. The project leans into rigorous examination of evidence, expert testimony, and systemic flaws, offering a balanced but provocative look at justice, accountability, and the human cost of potential misjudgments. Its distinctive strength lies in bridging investigative journalism with legal and medical critique to question long-held convictions and invite deeper discussion about due process and reform.
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