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Exposing Flaws in Shaken Baby Syndrome with Keith Findley Part 2  

Unshaken Truth··18 July 2026·38 min

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UNSHAKEN TRUTH: Exposing Flaws in Shaken Baby Syndrome with Keith Findley EPISODE DESCRIPTIONWhen medical diagnoses become criminal evidence, innocent families pay the price. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Keith Findley—retired law professor and leading expert in wrongful convictions and forensic science—to uncover the dangerous flaws in shaken baby syndrome and how it has led to devastating miscarriages of justice. From the courtroom to the medical examiner's office, we explore how outdated science, systemic failures, and the tension between medical and legal communities have torn families apart. Keith shares insights from decades of work, including the heartbreaking Robert Robertson case, and reveals what reforms are desperately needed to prevent future wrongful convictions. What You'll Learn:- Why shaken baby syndrome remains scientifically controversial- How evolving medical understanding challenges decades of convictions- The emotional and legal toll on families wrongfully accused- Why medical professionals are deeply divided on this diagnosis- Critical reforms needed in forensic science and legal practices- The dangers of overdiagnosis in child abuse casesGUEST Keith Findley | Retired Law Professor & Wrongful Conviction ExpertKeith is a nationally recognized authority on wrongful convictions, forensic science reform, and criminal justice. His work has helped exonerate innocent individuals and reshape how courts evaluate scientific evidence. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 🎙️ "Science is always changing, and we must adapt." 🎙️ "Robert's case exemplifies a massive injustice." 🎙️ "Science and law often exist in tension." TIMESTAMPS [00:00] The Debate on Scientific Rigor in Child Abuse Literature [03:58] The Evolution of Medical Understanding [05:19] Challenges in Prosecuting Shaken Baby Syndrome Cases [10:28] The Emotional Toll of False Accusations [15:49] Patterns in Wrongful Convictions [21:01] The Divide Among Medical Professionals [24:32] Reforming the Legal System to Prevent Wrongful Convictions [27:24] The Robert Robertson Case: A Cautionary Tale [31:15] The Dangers of Overdiagnosis in Child Abuse [33:23] The Tension Between Science and Law  RESOURCES - Visit www.unshakentruth.com for more episodes and resources- Learn more about wrongful convictions and how you can help Contact: unshakentruth76@gmail.com TAGS #WrongfulConvictions #ShakenBabySyndrome #ForensicScience #JusticeReform #LegalReform #CriminalJustice #Innocence #MedicalMalpractice #UnshakenTruth  Key improvements made:- Added compelling episode title and opening hook- Structured guest bio for credibility- Reformatted for better readability with clear sections- Added visual elements (emojis) for sound bites- Included actionable "What You'll Learn" section- Added hashtags for social media discoverability- Created urgency and emotional connection in the description Photo credits: Wisconsin Innocence Project University of Wisconsin Photo of Robert Roberson by Iiana Panich-Linsman for The Innocence Project Family of Robert Roberson Dallas Morning News D Magazine Wall Street Journal Rep. John Bucy Music Credits: TYLXP8OKYKWE2LTK 5IX02NLL8KHJEJNT