At The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour Podcast we do things a little differently. While other crime podcasts examine cases, we examine the “mechanics†behind criminal and antisocial behaviour. While cases will certainly be discussed, these will not be the central focus of our show. Rather than talking about what someone did, we will tell you why. Our audience is therefore anyone who is interested in a deep-dive into why criminals and victims do what they do. So join our hosts, Criminologist Dr. Wayne Petherick and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Grant Sinnamon for our weekly episodes. You can become a podcast patron by going to http://psychcrim.podbean.com and clicking the Become a Patron button.
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In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about crimes that occur riding or after natural disasters such as hurricanes and tornados.
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the issue of perception through the study of UAP and also the Defensive Activation Theory of David Eagleman. We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, the first since the inauguration of President Trump, Wayne and Grant discuss social issues this may present.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about the situation in Syria, covering the role of ideology in the conflict.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about serial killers, specifically, where have they all gone? Data would indicate an actual decline in the phenomenon, especially since the 70s and 80s. We discuss some of the possible reasons this may be happening.
In this episode Wayne and Grant explore some of the motivations behind stalking
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the political policy of "adult crime, adult time".
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about what makes something criminal, that is, how does something become criminal?
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about crimes of the state so please tune in and let us know what you think!
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the Lucifer Effect which considers why good people can end up doing bad things.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about criminal couples such as Fred and Rose West and the infamous Bonnie and Clyde.
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss expert testimony, including a few of the problems with its use.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about eyewitness testimony. While relied upon regularly by the courts, it would appear that eyewitness testimony is potentially problematic owing to things like memory corruption and bias.
In our 30th episode Wayne and Grant discuss scammers - why they do what they do and how they rationalise their behaviour.
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the faulty forensics of Comparative Bullet Lead Analysis (CBLA) which involves matching fired projectiles at a crime scene to those found in the possession of a suspect.
In this episode Wayne and Grant introduce former police detective turned private investigator and podcaster Graeme Crowley. Graeme is investigating the death of Sarah Brown in Gympie in 2023. We talk about the particulars of the case and where the new investigation might be heading.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about psychopathology and it's role in crime and antisocial behaviour.
In this episode Wayne and Grant introduce the listener to the issue of youth sexual offending through the biopsychosocial model.
In this episode Grant and Wayne discuss the role of early life experience and trauma on later antisocial and criminal behaviour.
In this flying solo episode Grant gives an introduction to psychopathology and criminal behaviour. This episode is the foundation for a full-length episode in the coming weeks.
Wayne and Grant talk about customer aggression and the me-you-us approach to dealing with aggressive customers.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about tourism related crimes, including a few very recent high profile crimes. The hosts talk about why tourism related crime happens and provide a few tips for what we can do about it.
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss forensic victimology. The practice of applying victimological knowledge to the law. The hosts work through the various histories of a victimology and talk about their importance.
In this episode hosts Wayne and Grant discuss the window of tolerance, which describes an optimal state of arousal to function. This has implications for antisocial and criminal behaviour. #psychology #criminology #antisocial #windowoftolerance
In this sound bite, host Grant talks about what he calls "the universality of goodness" which relates to whistleblowing. This has been topical in the past week with the release of Julian Assange and this brief episode will serve as the basis for a longer episode on whistleblowing. #psychology #criminology #julianassange #whistleblowers
Following on from the popular episode on stalking, Wayne and Grant talk about false reports in stalking including the motivations and features of false reports compared to real stalking cases. #false reports #psychology #criminology
Following on from the popular episode on stalking, Wayne and Grant talk about false reports in stalking including the motivations and features of false reports compared to real stalking cases. #false reports #psychology #criminology
In this "sound bite" Wayne provides a basic overview of forensic victimology, the application of victimological knowledge to answer investigative and legal questions. This serves as the foundation for a full length future episode. #forensicvictimology #forensic #psychology #victimology #criminology
In this episode Wayne and Grant go through the findings from a publication on female stalking. We look at the points of similarities and differences from male perpetrated stalking and discuss the features of stalking when committed by females. #psychology #criminology #stalking #femalecrime
In this three-part episode, Wayne and Grant discuss teen crime through the ens of Social Bond Theory which states that crime and antisocial behaviour are less likely to occur when the individual is bonded or attached to their friends, family, and community. #crime #teencrime #victimisation #socialbond #Hirschi
In this three-part episode, Wayne and Grant discuss teen crime through the ens of Social Bond Theory which states that crime and antisocial behaviour are less likely to occur when the individual is bonded or attached to their friends, family, and community. #crime #teencrime #victimisation #socialbond #Hirschi
In this three-part episode, Wayne and Grant discuss teen crime through the ens of Social Bond Theory which states that crime and antisocial behaviour are less likely to occur when the individual is bonded or attached to their friends, family, and community. #crime #teencrime #victimisation #socialbond #Hirschi
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss criminal profiling. The hosts talk about what it is, some of the different methods and profiling and what profiling hopes to achieve. #psychology #criminology #criminalprofiling #criminalprofile #victim #offender
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss what makes a crime a serial crime.
Wayne and Grant discuss the lunacy around the full moon and crime. Does the full moon actually increase criminal behaviour?
Wayne and Grant do a follow up to their cults episode looking specifically at cults and adult sexual grooming.
Wayne and Grant take on the very large topic of evolutionary theories. What are they and how does evolution affect behaviour?
In this episode Wayne and Grant touch on a few key points from our first. few episodes.
In this episode on false reports Wayne and Grant look at what a false report is, why they occur, and some of the contexts in which a false report can be made.
Wayne and Grant discuss stalking - what is it, what behaviours could be considered stalking, and some of the legal definitions for stalking.
In this raw, unedited first episode we introduce you to our podcast hosts Dr. Wayne Petherick and Dr. Grant Sinnamon.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about the full moon and whether or not this has any effect on criminal behaviour.
A timely topic given recent media exposure, Wayne and Grant discuss the relationship between cults and adult sexual grooming
Wayne and Grant take a look at evolutionary theories and how they influence crime and victimisation
In this episode Wayne and Grant provide a recap of some of the main points from the first few episodes
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about the false report. Tins includes an introduction to motivation and the different types of false reports.
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about stalking. What it is, how it is defined, and how it is viewed through legislation.
This week Wayne and Grant take a dive into the topic of adult sexual grooming. In this episode we introduce adult sexual grooming, and discuss Sinnamon's Seven Stage Model.
This episode is the second in the vulnerabilities series.
Wayne and Grant introduce vulnerabilities and how they influence criminal and antisocial behaviour. This episode is part 1 of a multi-part series.
Wayne and Grant cover the topic of cults in this episode. They talk about what a cult is, how they are organised, and the dangers cults present.
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