About This Episode
The Canadian podcast series Uncover returns in 2026 with a new season called The Expert Witness, in which seasoned host Sam Mullins turns his attention to one of the most pressing questions in criminal justice today: what happens when artificial intelligence takes the stand?
Uncover is produced by CBC Podcasts and has, since its debut, built a solid reputation as one of the most thorough and well-crafted true crime podcasts in the English-speaking world. Previous seasons have explored cult cases, police corruption and sex crimes — always with a journalistic approach that places documentation above drama.
AI in the dock
The Expert Witness is not built around a single case, but around a systemic problem that is steadily growing: the use of AI-generated analysis, algorithmic risk assessments and machine-learning-based evidence in courtrooms around the world. These technologies are increasingly being used to predict reoffending rates, analyse surveillance footage, match voices and faces — and, in some instances, directly influence verdicts.