What happened to us can happen to anyone. In a shocking number of cases, including ours, medical professionals and law enforcement have rushed to judgment when confronted with an infant or toddler’s apparent injury or, worse, sudden death. They stop looking for what really happened, an illness or underlying medical condition, instead calling it abuse based on nothing more than a flawed hypothesis. Too many families’ lives have been ripped apart because of this junk science; we want to bring attention to this persistent injustice.
Josh Burns and Andrew Roark were both falsely accused of child abuse based on the debunked “Shaken Baby Syndrome” hypothesis. Both men were exonerated in the same week of November 2024. Since then, Josh and Andrew have been actively advocating for others falsely accused under this flawed, non-scientific theory. Josh testified before the Texas House of Representatives Criminal Jurisprudence Committee on behalf of Robert Roberson, a Texas man on death row convicted based on the same shaken baby hypothesis that brought so much harm and injustice to Josh and Andrew. Andrew was recently featured in the Dallas Morning News. Both men were featured in a recent podcast about Mr. Roberson’s case by Dateline NBC with Lester Holt called The Last Appeal.
Unshaken Truth Podcast and YouTube channel will focus on the debunked shaken baby syndrome hypothesis, related junk science, and false allegations and convictions of child abuse. The program will examine the intersections between the justice system and the medical community in determining innocence or guilt. Josh and Andrew will speak with guests from many different backgrounds and perspectives, including elected officials, subject matter experts, exonerees, attorneys, advocacy groups, and more.
Unshaken Truth with The Death Row Angels Bonus episode
Unshaken Truth with The Death Row Angels
SUMMARY
In this powerful conversation, Dani and Linda of the Death Row Angels reveal the human stories behind Texas's death row. They discuss their hands-on work providing legal advocacy, emotional support, and practical assistance to inmates and their families—offering a rare glimpse into a world most never see. Learn what drives their mission, what they've learned from those facing execution, and how listeners can contribute to this vital cause.
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KEYWORDS
Death Row Angels, Texas death row, criminal justice reform, death penalty abolition, prison advocacy, inmate support, legal aid, compassionate justice, prison visitation, human rights, restorative justice, capital punishment
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KEY TOPICS
- The mission and daily work of Death Row Angels
- Providing legal advocacy and navigating the justice system
- Supporting families through the trauma of incarceration and execution
- The realities of death row visitation and execution day
- The intersection of faith, compassion, and criminal justice
- Breaking the cycle of violence through understanding and reform
- How individuals can support death row inmates and their families
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GUESTS
Dani and Linda
Co-founders, Death Row Angels
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MEMORABLE QUOTES
- "We have a lot to learn from these people"
- "Jesus came to abolish the Mosaic Law"
- "There's nothing humane about execution"
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CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS
00:00 — Introduction to Death Row Angels
12:53 — How to Get Involved and Support
16:07 — Experiences of Visiting Death Row
20:53 — Understanding Execution Day
29:15 — The Political Landscape of the Death Penalty
35:52— The Cycle of Violence and Its Consequences
42:53 — Understanding the Roots of Crime and Injustice
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RESOURCES
Unshaken Truth Website
https://unshakentruth.com/ (https://unshakentruth.com/)
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CONNECT WITH DEATH ROW ANGELS
Website: https://txdeathrowangels.org/ (https://txdeathrowangels.org/)
GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/e62990ed8 (https://gofund.me/e62990ed8)
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CALL TO ACTION
Want to make a difference? Visit the Death Row Angels GoFundMe to contribute, follow their work on social media, or explore the resources above to learn more about criminal justice reform and how you can advocate for change.
Music credits: S08BXYEIJ1EXAPC3 SB5LOSIRXNK3IAHO HKLVVR6EGMOEDYRN
Photo credits: Photos of Robert Roberson by Iiana Panich-Linsman for The Innocence Project
28 May 2026
Examining Justice in the Robert Roberson Case- In-Depth with Attorney Gretchen Sween Part 2
Examining Justice in the Robert Roberson Case—An In-Depth Interview with Attorney Gretchen Sween Part 2
In this compelling second installment, attorney Gretchen Sween takes us deeper into the Robert Roberson case, revealing the ongoing legal warfare to save an innocent man from execution. Gretchen exposes how institutional resistance, political maneuvering, and outdated science continue to block justice—and why this case matters for everyone.
What You'll Discover:
• The continuing legal battle as Robert remains on death row despite overwhelming evidence
• How courts dismiss new scientific evidence that debunks shaken baby syndrome convictions
• The extraordinary moment Texas legislators intervened to stop an execution
• Why medical records proving Robert's daughter had pneumonia and medication errors were ignored
• The constitutional crisis when appeals courts refuse to consider innocence claims
• How childhood autism and disabilities were weaponized against Robert at trial
• The systemic barriers preventing wrongfully convicted individuals from accessing justice
• What happens when forensic science evolves but the legal system refuses to adapt
• The role of public advocacy in forcing courts to reconsider flawed convictions
Key Timestamps:
02:05 - Robert's repeated brushes with execution
06:12 - Texas Court of Criminal Appeals vs. Supreme Court showdown
10:22 - Political interference in death penalty proceedings
15:43 - Media attention and bipartisan lawmaker support
20:35 - Scientific evidence challenging the prosecution's theory
26:30 - Debunked forensic science: shaken baby and bite mark evidence
34:00 - Critical medical records and medication errors
41:44 - How poverty undermines justice
46:11 - The power of advocacy and public pressure
50:04 - Gretchen's mission: defending the voiceless
52:34 - Constitutional protections against wrongful convictions
55:00 - Your role in preventing injustice
Resources:
• www.unshakentruth.com (http://www.unshakentruth.com)
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/UnshakenTruth/ (https://www.facebook.com/UnshakenTruth/)
https://www.tiktok.com/@unshaken.truth.po (https://www.tiktok.com/@unshaken.truth.po)
https://www.instagram.com/unshakentruth76/ (https://www.instagram.com/unshakentruth76/)
https://x.com/Unshakentruth76 (https://x.com/Unshakentruth76)
Contact us: unshakentruth76@gmail.com (mailto:unshakentruth76@gmail.com)
This episode reveals the brutal reality of fighting wrongful convictions in America's death penalty system. Gretchen's unwavering dedication shows what it takes to challenge institutional inertia and demand justice. Robert's case is a test of our values—will we allow outdated science and procedural barriers to execute an innocent man?
#RobertRoberson #WrongfulConviction #DeathPenaltyReform #InnocenceProject #JunkScience #ShakenBabySyndrome
Photo credits: Photos 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
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21 May 2026
Examining Justice in the Robert Roberson Case - Interview with Attorney Gretchen Sween Part 1
Join hosts Josh Burns and Andrew Roark of Unshaken Truth in an in-depth analysis with Robert Roberson's attorney Gretchen Sween. Discover the complexities of post-conviction legal processes through the compelling story of Robert Roberson, wrongfully convicted based on shaken baby syndrome. Attorney Sween shares insights into the history of the case , evolving medical science, and the fight for justice.
Main Topics Covered:
• Latest status conference and legal updates on Robert Roberson's case
• How evolving medical science challenges shaken baby syndrome convictions
• New evidence and scientific understanding in wrongful convictions
• Death penalty appeals process in Texas
• Legal advocacy and the human element in post-conviction relief
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Gretchen Sween's background
01:24 - Robert Roberson case overview and recent proceedings
01:33 - Status conference significance and legal deadlines
03:37 - Emotional impact on advocates
04:48 - Wrongful convictions and advocacy
05:47 - "Pain into purpose" for exonerees
06:36 - Humanizing defendants
07:51 - Legal options and case scenarios
08:54 - Medical evidence overturning shaken baby syndrome myths
10:28 - Judge's evidence review process
11:43 - Death vs. non-death cases in scientific findings
12:26 - Potential outcomes and appeals
13:42 - Equitable evidence consideration
15:08 - Robert's custody history as character evidence
16:04 - Re-examining trial narratives
17:13 - Flawed courtroom focus on injuries
20:10 - Medical case studies questioning shaken baby syndrome
23:46 - Forensic expert misconduct
24:53 - Legal strategy failures in death penalty cases
26:26 - Post-conviction appeals overview
30:20 - Federal habeas petition challenges
36:04 - Legal filing processes and court review
40:10 - Evolving medical testimony on infant injuries
44:15 - Medical evidence and witness credibility
50:12 - Medical examiner's flawed interpretations
52:12 - False witness testimony impact
54:11 - Next steps in Robert's legal journey
Resources:
https://innocenceproject.org/shaken-baby-syndrome (https://innocenceproject.org/shaken-baby-syndrome)
https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/browse.aspx (https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/browse.aspx)
https://deathpenaltyinfo.org (https://deathpenaltyinfo.org)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3338358 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3338358) (Peer-reviewed: SBS Scientific Evidence)
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5829857 (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5829857) (Biomechanical Analysis Disproving SBS)
https://www.texasdefender.org (https://www.texasdefender.org)
Support Our Mission:
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Donate today: www.unshakentruth.com/donate (http://www.unshakentruth.com/donate**)
Part Two continues next week—exploring the ongoing fight for justice in wrongful conviction cases.
www.unshakentruth.com (http://www.unshakentruth.com)
Photo Credits: Photos of Robert Roberson by Iiana Panich-Linsman for The Innocence Project. Music Credits: 3R9SUSVPNUVOBHT0 BKOV2E3QHWFBBACS
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