Joel Zivett

Tom Perry Jr. is a dedicated volunteer prison minister who formed a bond with death row inmate John Forrest Parker in his last days. He shares his eyewitness account of Parker's emotional final moments and the complexities of their relationship. Anesthesiologist Joel Zivett provides chilling insights into the lethal injection protocol, revealing how the chemicals used can cause terrible suffering. They also discuss the alarming findings from autopsies that suggest prisoners may endure pain during execution, challenging notions of a humane death.

In this gripping discussion, psychologist Kate Porterfield shares insights on Kenneth Smith's mental state and the heavy psychological toll of a second execution warrant. Joel Zivett, an anesthesiologist, delves into the controversial method of nitrogen hypoxia, explaining its risks and physiological effects. Attorney Robert Grass recounts the emotional complexities of witnessing the execution, including disturbing reactions that challenge the state's narrative. Together, they explore the moral implications of the legal failures surrounding the case.