Susan Burton
Mentioned in 3 analyzed podcast episodes across 2 shows
A reporter and podcast creator who has investigated anesthesia failures during cesarean sections. She hosted and created The Retrievals podcast series for Serial Productions, where she narrated in-depth investigations into systemic issues with anesthesia in C-section procedures. Her reporting on this topic has been featured across multiple podcast platforms.
Episode Appearances

The Daily · Feb 6, 2026
When Anesthesia Fails and the Patient Is Cut Open
“Investigative reporter who researched and reported on anesthesia failures during C-sections”
Serial · Aug 7, 2025
The Retrievals S02 - Ep. 1
“Reporter and writer for Serial Productions; narrates and investigates the cesarean pain story”
Serial · Jul 10, 2025
The Retrievals S02 - Trailer
“Host and creator of The Retrievals podcast series investigating systemic anesthesia failures in cesarean sections”