# The Last Appeal - Ep. 2: “I’m Astonished”

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Podcast: [Dateline Originals](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dateline-originals-6768733)
Published: 2026-01-15T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Attorney Gretchen Sween takes on Robert's case and pieces together Nikki’s overlooked medical history. She tracks down a witness from his trial who has new information. This episode originally published on October 7, 2025.

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