In this episode, we delve into the infamous case of Azaria Chamberlain, whose disappearance in 1980 sparked one of the most sensational and controversial legal battles in Australian history. The case involved the conviction of her mother, Lindy Chamberlain, for Azaria's murder, despite her claims that a dingo had taken her from a campsite in the Northern Territory.

We explore the investigation, trial, and subsequent inquiries that led to Lindy's eventual exoneration. We also examine the impact of the case on Australian society, including issues of media sensationalism, forensic evidence, and cultural biases in the criminal justice system. This episode offers a thought-provoking exploration of one of Australia's most enduring mysteries and the complex factors that contributed to this tragic miscarriage of justice.


Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod
"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeod
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