Episode 246
- Aug 14, 2023
- 1:07:12
- Full Episode
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The Robinson family seemingly had it all in a small town in upstate South Carolina. They had a lovely house, burgeoning careers, and 5 wonderful kids. But when a tragedy struck the family in January of 2021 the whole world was confronted with what happens behind closed doors. The lives of Ariel, Austin, and their children would never be the same again.<br /><br />Get instant access to all episodes, including premium unreleased episodes, commercial-free at swordandscale.com
Brief Summary
Ariel Robinson is convicted of homicide by child abuse after her adopted daughter Tori dies from severe injuries in their home.
Key points
- A Tragic Call to 911. A call for help reveals a child's mysterious injuries and leads to a police investigation.
- Ari's Comedy Journey. Ari, a former teacher, pursues comedy and wins a cooking competition, changing her life.
- Ari's Arrest. Less than 24 hours after Tori's death, Ari was working on comedy skits.
- The Tragic Death of Tori. Tori's biological family seeks justice after her tragic death.
- Ari's Defense. Ari takes the stand in her own defense during the trial.
- Ari's Sentencing. Ari receives a life sentence for her actions against Tori, leaving families torn apart.
Episode highlights
- A Tragic Call to 911A call for help reveals a child's mysterious injuries and leads to a police investigation.“A distress call for a child choking on water led to the discovery of far worse injury.”19:15Aug 14, 2023
- Ari's Comedy JourneyAri, a former teacher, pursues comedy and wins a cooking competition, changing her life.“I wanted to win this money so much for them to give them a better life.”24:08Aug 14, 2023
- Ari's ArrestLess than 24 hours after Tori's death, Ari was working on comedy skits.“So, just to reiterate for a second, less than 24 hours after Tori was pronounced dead, Ari was working on jokes and promoting herself.”28:49Aug 14, 2023
- The Tragic Death of ToriTori's biological family seeks justice after her tragic death.“We love you and we're so sorry this happened to you.”45:29Aug 14, 2023
- Ari's DefenseAri takes the stand in her own defense during the trial.“It made me feel really good.”53:40Aug 14, 2023
- Ari's SentencingAri receives a life sentence for her actions against Tori, leaving families torn apart.“The sentence to the court cannot be anything but life in prison.”57:45Aug 14, 2023
- The AftermathBoth families are left shattered as the children of Ari and Austin enter the system.“The death of Tori led to two families being torn apart.”1:00:53Aug 14, 2023
Tension
85/ 100High tension
