This is Curtain – a podcast where we pull back the blinds to shine a light on the darkest parts of our justice system and ask – who are the victims?Could an Aboriginal man who has served 25 years in prison for Murder be innocent?Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson
Host Amy McQuire is away this week but Martin Hodgson reveals the latest news on Kevin Henry's parole proceedings. Then with the investigation continuing a new stack of documents are uncovered that reveal serious flaws in the states forensic procedures and the police handling of Kevin's interview. Finally three new witness statements reveal explosive testimony of Kevin's innocence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson sit down to discuss the Kevin Henry they've come to know as a man. The journey from investigating his case to learning who he is as an individual and the strength he has displayed throughout his struggle. Finally, parole is here again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson sit down with NITV's Allan Clarke about his incredible documentary series Cold Justice. 29 years after Aboriginal teenager Mark Haines die his family will not go quietly as they search for answers. Some of the similarities between Curtain's case are shocking, right down to minute details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson discuss the recent media reports on Kevin Henry's case, including the extensive coverage on NITV. Then they delve into the issue of Indigenous Incarceration and the untold story of Regional Australia. A final surprise will leave listeners eager for the next episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson are back for a regular episode of the podcast and Amy gives her experience of the Rally held in Rockhampton. They discuss the unique nature of the podcast and how each episode is bringing new witness and evidence forward. Finally they end with a message from Lynda's family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a special episode of Curtain the Podcast you'll hear audio from the recent Rally for Justice for Kevin and Lynda held in Rockhampton. Speakers include members of Kevin's family, advocate Yasmin Johnson, activist Gwenda Stanley, Uncle Sam Watson and a special appearance by Lex Wotton from Palm Island. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson discuss preparations for the rally to be held in Rockhampton for Kevin and Lynda on May 1st. You'll hear behind the scenes as the banners are painted and the son of a legendary Aboriginal activist talk about why he's now involved. Finally they deliver an update on legal proceedings and deliver a call to action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson hear from the founder of the Innocence Project and world famous lawyer Barry Scheck. They detail three enormous failures in the trial of Kevin Henry that could have led to his wrongful conviction. Finally they use Mr Scheck's checklist that helps determine if a wrongful conviction is possible, the results are clear! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson begin the show with some good news for Indigenous Justice from WA. But the focus this week is on placing you the listener in the jury box. They go over the judges final summation and instructions to the jury. Confusion is aplenty before the verdicts are finally reached and you can decide whether you would find Kevin Henry innocent or guilty! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson bring news of Kevin's latest parole hearing from Rockhampton as the Fitzroy river swells in the big flood. They then focus in on a critical area of the trial of Kevin Henry and one that impacts all Aboriginal people in the justice system. Gratuitous Concurrence or the Yes Syndrome and the way language can lead to injustice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson look back at the flawed investigation carried out by police at the time of Lynda's death. Using a set of steps developed by a homicide detective with over 25 years experience, they examine whether the police involved in this case followed these steps. In the end it allows them to grade the investigation and the results for Queensland police, are not good! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson continue a series of interviews with those people who know Kevin “Curtain” Henry best. This week Amy sits down with three Aboriginal women who have played a vital role in the life of Kevin Henry, including his biggest supporter. To understand the level of injustice in imprisoning an innocent man for 25 years you must first understand his humanity, this week that lesson continues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson recap the podcast series so far for new listeners and give a brief run down of the events that took place 25 years ago. They then discuss the big day in the media, with Curtain covered online, in newspapers, radio and TV. The result? A new witness has come forward and plans are in place to apply for an official pardon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson have spent over a year investigating the case of Kevin “Curtain” Henry. In episode 17 more is revealed from the statement given by Witness X that help to further explain that tragic days events. Finally another crucial piece of evidence is uncovered and casts a further shadow of doubt as to the guilt of Kevin Henry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson have spent over a year investigating the case of Kevin "Curtain" Henry". From early on Martin knew that somewhere out there was buried a smoking gun. A piece of evidence in the form of an eye witness statement that would finally reveal what happened that awful night. In Episode 16 of Curtain The Podcast, it's here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson have finally received the official letter of reply to Kevin's application for parole and listeners will hear the outcome of Kevin's fate. There are also big changes in Queensland's parole system to discuss and more is revealed on the findings of the new forensic report. Finally, the episode ends with a surprise when recording is interrupted by an unexpected message. All of this and more on Episode 15 of Curtain The Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson have finally received the long awaited forensic report that examines vital evidence presented at the trial of Kevin Henry. Does it further implicate Kevin or raise new doubt about his guilt? The answers are all contained in episode 14 of Curtain the Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson discuss the latest QLD Government announcement on the prison where Kevin Henry is currently held. Answer listeners questions about who the real culprit of the crime could be and how disastrous the police investigation was. Plus an update on the support for Kevin Henry at Invasion Day protests around the country See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson first hear from three members of the famous Central Park Five, wrongly convicted on false confessions. They then begin to further break down the investigation and highlight how little the police did to actually uncover the truth and how flawed the entire process really was. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson update listeners with what's occurred over the Christmas break, with a new development in the case of Kevin Henry. Amy sits down with Doug Graham for an interview by the Fitzroy River. Doug is Kevin's cousin and one of the only people to see the grainy video of Kevin's supposed confession See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson look back at what they're discovered both about the case of Kevin Henry and the treatment of Indigenous Australians in the making of Curtain The Podcast so far. They touch on the treatment of Dylan Voller in juvenile detention and Kevin Henry's own experience. The year ends with a way you can become involved! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson discuss the evidence given by three key witnesses. The number of statements they gave to police, the inconsistencies and admissions of lies on the witness stand. They also explore the growing evidence for a solid alibi for Kevin Henry. They then introduce shocking details of possible new suspects who were never investigated and had no alibi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson discuss the political and police corruption that was rife at the time in Queensland. They interview former Courier Mail Journalist Phil Dickie and Gold Walkley Winner whose investigative journalism led to the Fitzgerald Inquiry and discuss the impacts the issues raised may have had on the trial of Kevin Henry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson explore the issue of Crocodiles in the Fitzroy river, speak to expert John Lever and ask what impact the giants of the water may have on the case. Then they explore the window of opportunity Curtain had to move the body or whether his Alibi and new evidence points to someone else being involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson examine the testimony of a number of witnesses, how they become to be involved in the case and whether their statements are in fact their own. They explore some of the details of the assault on Lynda, how the crime scene was secured and begin asking questions about the forensic evidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson examine a revelation they discovered why investigating the case of Kevin "Curtain" Henry and how it casts new doubt on the confession, the police investigation and what exactly happened that night. Then the trial of Curtain begins under a cloud with the Judge forced to make an early ruling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson examine the issue of false confessions, conduct a small experiment based on techniques police use in the interview room, are joined by Patrick McGuinness the lawyer featured in the Academy Award winning documentary 'Murder on a Sunday Morning' and examine the question, could Kevin's confession be false? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the trial of Kevin "Curtain" Henry the state relied on one sole piece of information, his words, to convict him and they come from a confession he gave five days after the death of Linda. But was it a confession given of his own free will and does it match the evidence? Today you find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson begin to outline the investigation, the events of that fateful day and examine the potential of a key new player in Lynda's death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is Curtain – a podcast where we pull back the blinds to shine a light on the darkest parts of our justice system and ask – who are the victims?Could an Aboriginal man who has served 25 years in prison for Murder be innocent?Hosts Amy McQuire and Martin Hodgson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
