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The Last Appeal

NBC News 6 Episodes Sep 17, 2026

Lester Holt investigates the case of Robert Roberson, a Texas man facing execution for the 2002 death of his 2-year-old daughter. Through exclusive interviews, including with the lead detective who now doubts Roberson's guilt, the series reveals evidence the jury never heard. It raises profound questions about justice, truth, and the possibility of executing an innocent person.

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Fight Another Day Oct 9, 2025 00:04:06 One week before Robert Roberson’s scheduled execution, the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals issues a stay. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Reckoning Oct 9, 2025 00:19:27 With Robert Roberson’s execution just days away, his lawyer launches a frantic scramble to save his life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Date To Die Oct 8, 2025 00:29:56 As Robert Roberson’s execution nears, his attorney uncovers critical evidence and unlikely new allies, including Texas lawmakers and the detective who helped put Robert on death row. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“I'm Astonished” Oct 7, 2025 00:25:36 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nikki Oct 6, 2025 00:28:49 When 2-year-old Nikki is rushed to a Texas hospital and doesn’t survive, her father, Robert Roberson, is accused of causing her death. Prosecutors say he shook and beat her in a case of "shaken baby syndrome." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Introducing: The Last Appeal Sep 27, 2025 00:01:30 Lester Holt takes listeners inside the urgent case of Robert Roberson, a Texas father set to be executed on October 16th for the 2002 death of his 2-year-old daughter. Lester is on the ground in Texas, where he examines the evidence against Roberson and talks to the people closest to the case, including the lead detective, who now believes he helped put an innocent man behind bars. Lester’s exclus

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