Podcasts about crimes against women

A predator rarely “shows up” as a stranger in the dark. Sometimes he shows up as a trusted helper with a badge, a friendly smile, and the perfect reason to be near your child. In the final episode of Season 7, we talk with Conference on Crimes Against Women presenter Chris McGhee, the father of a survivor and a relentless advocate for criminal justice reform, to unpack how sexual assault grooming actually works and why it can fool entire families.Chris breaks down grooming as a deliberate playbook: selecting vulnerability, building trust, crossing boundaries in small steps, then using shame and fear to keep a victim quiet. He shares how his daughter Grace was targeted by a school resource officer who first positioned himself as a mentor, then weaponized his authority, his community reputation, and Grace's relationships to trap her. We connect these real-world details to the grooming model described by Dr. Georgia Winters and Dr. Elizabeth Jeglic so listeners can recognize the patterns, not just the headlines.We also talk about the aftermath: PTSD, triggers, and the unique pain of watching a case end in a plea deal that doesn't feel like justice. Chris explains how disappearing-message platforms like Snapchat can complicate investigations, and how survivors can experience secondary victimization while navigating reports, interviews, and court decisions. Finally, we focus on prevention and change: open parent-teen communication, removing blame from children who were manipulated, and pushing for anti-grooming laws and accountability when mandated reporters abuse power.If you care about child safety, sexual assault prevention, and real criminal justice reform, listen through and share this with someone who needs the language to spot grooming sooner.

“What were you wearing?” sounds like a question, but it often functions like a verdict. From the the 2026 Conference on Crimes Against Women in Dallas, we sit down with Dr. Mary Simmerling and Dr. Denise Huskins Quinn to unpack the What Were You Wearing exhibit, a traveling art installation that recreates the everyday outfits survivors wore during sexual assault and pairs them with stories, audio, and case artifacts. The result is confronting and deeply human, designed to put the work of bearing witness back on the community and to dismantle victim blaming in real time.Mary traces the exhibit back to a poem she wrote after her own assault at 18 and explains why art can reach places training manuals cannot. Denise shares the harrowing facts of her 2015 kidnapping and rape, and the second trauma that followed when police and media pushed a false narrative that the crime was fabricated. We talk about confirmation bias, interrogation tactics like the Reid technique, and the impossible “credibility tests” survivors get trapped in, from being judged as too emotional to not emotional enough.We also dig into what it means to make a problem “visible” when shame and silence keep so many stories hidden, and how the team thoughtfully includes well-known cases, including their work with the family of Gabby Petito. Finally, we preview a new companion installation built around another loaded question: “Why didn't she just leave?” and the life-or-death realities of domestic violence, resources, and lethality risk during separation.

In 2024, the world learned the name Gisele Pelicot. Between 2011 and 2020, she was drugged and raped in her home in France by her husband, Dominique, and dozens of other men while she was unconscious. In a landmark trial, the then-72-year-old Gisele waived her right to anonymity as evidence revealed at least 200 rapes, many of them filmed. Dominique recruited men through a sex chat website, giving detailed instructions on how to abuse his wife. But this is not an isolated case. In 2026, CNN uncovered allegations of a global network of men in group chats sharing tips on drugging and raping their wives, alongside more than 20,000 “sleep content” videos. Investigative journalist Saskya Vandoorne joins us after infiltrating these groups and speaking to survivors. LINKS Learn more about CNN's investigation here. If any of the contents in this episode have caused distress, know that there is help available via Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. GET IN TOUCH Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @truecrimeconversations Want us to cover a case on the podcast? Email us at truecrime@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note. Make sure to leave us a rating and review on Apple & Spotify to let us know how you're liking the episodes. CREDITS Guest: Saskya Vandoorne Host: Gemma Bath Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Video Editor: Julian Rosario Audio Designer: Tegan Salder Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Uncommon Sense, we're talking about “law enforcement” and why so many people no longer feel like laws are actually being enforced equally or consistently, especially when it comes to powerful and well-connected individuals connected to the Epstein scandal.We discuss the growing public frustration surrounding the unreleased and heavily redacted Epstein files, the lack of visible accountability for elite predators, and why so many Americans feel the justice system has failed women, children, and vulnerable people. We also talk about why local police departments, sheriffs, prosecutors, and public officials should be demanding full transparency and supporting the release of the complete unredacted Epstein files so the public can see the truth plainly.This episode also goes into the broader leadership crisis facing America and much of the world: weak leadership, fear of confrontation, and silence in the face of corruption. We discuss the need for stronger moral leadership, stronger families, stronger communities, and men willing to stand up publicly against evil instead of shrinking back from difficult conversations.If laws are not enforced equally, trust in institutions collapses. If justice is selective, people stop believing justice exists at all.It's time for courage, accountability, truth, and leadership again.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

The law says “equal protection,” but Wendy Murphy argues the U.S. legal system still keeps women on the outside of that promise and the proof is in how gender-based violence gets handled. From rape statutes that require force to charging practices that slow-walk sexual assault complaints, we trace how constitutional doctrine, policing discretion, and courtroom culture combine to under-protect women and girls and to re-victimize survivors who try to seek justice. Wendy, an attorney and former child abuse and sex crimes prosecutor, breaks down the difference between equity and equality in plain language: equality is the constitutional floor that controls how government must treat people, while equity is impossible to achieve on top of a broken baseline. She explains how the legacy of coverture and the Supreme Court's approach after Reed v. Reed produced what she calls “unequal equal rights,” leaving room for laws to be enforced differently and worse when the victim is female. We also dig into stark examples: rape laws that treat bodily autonomy as less protected than property, hate crime statutes that often exclude sex, and evidence rules and courtroom orders that burden victims in ways other crime victims never face. From there we shift to what can actually change. Wendy walks us through the Equal Rights Amendment's long fight, why litigation still matters, and why education is a missing catalyst for constitutional reform. We also talk about Title IX enforcement in schools and why treating sex-based civil rights as second-class shapes girls' expectations of safety for life. If you care about criminal justice reform, victims' rights, constitutional law, or ending violence against women, this conversation gives you a clearer map of the problem and a strategy for action. Check out Wendy's related article, "Unequal Protection of the Laws for Women is ConstitutionalTerrorism, So How Come Nobody Knows About It?": https://digitalcommons.onu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1357&context=onu_law_review

Content Warning: intimate partner violence, domestic violence, strangulation, and murder. Nichole Schmidt is a mother, speaker, non-profit founder, victim advocate, and co-victim of murder. Her trajectory changed drastically in August of 2021 with the very public disappearance and murder of her daughter, Gabby Petito. In the wake of her loss, Nichole has transformed her grief into legislative and social change via the Gabby Petito Foundation, a Netflix documentary, a forthcoming book and podcast, and much more. The Broken Cycle Media team is beyond grateful for Nichole's time, energy, resilience, and advocacy in the wake of her unimaginable loss. This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Gabby Petito. Sources: - “Brian Laundrie's Cause of Death, New Details Revealed in Autopsy.” ABC7 Los Angeles, 15 Feb. 2022, abc7.com/post/brian-laundrie-autopsy-gabby-petito-report/11564906/Resources: - Conference on Crimes Against Women: https://conferencecaw.org/- The Gabby Petito Foundation: https://gabbypetitofoundation.org/- The Gabby Petitio Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbypetitofoundation/- Nikki Schmidt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niki_schmidt_/- Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito - https://www.netflix.com/title/81733793Thank you again to Lola Blankets for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget to get 40% off your entire order at Lolablankets.com by using code [WCN] at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets.

Content Warning: self-harm, suicidal ideation, sexual assault, multiple perpetrator sexual assault, rape, gang violence, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, physical abuse, mental abuse, abduction, murder. Bevin Llanes is a mother, survivor, and victim advocate from New York. Bevin joins us today to share about her daughter Meghan's journey, as well as to bring awareness to domestic violence. In these two episodes, Bevin candidly shares about the immense trauma Meghan was forced to face in her youth, and the harmful path she was launched down as a result. Devastatingly, Meghan's young life was stolen on October 23rd, 2021, after experiencing years of violence. In the wake of her loss, Bevin has made it her mission to advocate for victims of intimate partner violence, by amplifying what she calls, “Meggie's Voice.” The Broken Cycle Media team is eternally appreciative of Bevin's honesty, advocacy, and desire to change the future for those who experience violence at the hands of a loved one. This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Meghan Kiefer. Meggie's Voice - In Memory of Meghan - on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Meggies-Voice-In-Memory-of-Meghan-a-victim-of-domestic-violence-100082584594717/ Meggie's Voice on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meggiesvoice The Petito Foundation: https://gabbypetitofoundation.org/ Conference on Crimes Against Women: https://conferencecaw.org/ Long Island Against Domestic Violence: https://www.lawhelpny.org/organization/li-against-domestic-violence ECLI-Vibes: https://eclivibes.org/ The Retreat: https://allagainstabuse.org/ For domestic violence resources, please visit https://www.thehotline.org/ For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources And thank you again to Scamfluencers for sponsoring this episode.  Listen to Scamfluencers now wherever you get your podcasts. 

In today's episode we turn our attention to Manipur; a state in India's Northeast that has been experiencing conflict on ethnic lines. In 2023, the violence between the valley-dwelling Meitei community and hill-based Kuki-Zo tribes erupted in full force: homes burned, villages razed, thousands displaced, and lives forever changed. As per data from the National Crime Record Bureau, crimes in many categories, such as arson and murder surged. Arson cases alone soared from just 27 in 2022 to 6,203 in 2023, while rioting cases rose from 84 to 5,421.However, the number of registered crimes against women showed a 30% drop. The number of rape cases fell from 42 in 2022 to 27 in 2023. Why did crimes against women decline during a period of widespread violence, and what might this reveal about reporting, safety, and justice in conflict-torn Manipur? Tune in! Guest: Siam Thangsing, an independent researcher who has published work on Gender and Health during the conflict; and Greeshma Kuthar, a reporter and lawyer who has been in Manipur's conflict zones. Host: Nitika Francis Edited by Jude Weston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we're celebrating the 5-year anniversary of our Emmy-nominated short documentary The Girl Inside — with two very special guests, Dr. Laura Biagi and Miss. LiLi Queen Motivational. The Girl Inside is 1 Girl Revolution's Emmy-nominated short documentary (available on YouTube), in partnership with BEHOLD, and takes viewers inside Cook County Jail to witness the transformative power of a course called Storytelling as a Healing Art, taught by Dr. Biagi. The short film reunites Dr. Biagi with five of her former students for one unforgettable day of reflection, storytelling, and healing — and among those students was Miss. LiLi Queen Motivational. This short documentary shines a light on the resilience of women, the power of storytelling, and the reminder that every woman has value, purpose, and a voice that matters. Five years later, The Girl Inside continues to inspire audiences around the world — and today's conversation brings that story full circle. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ The story behind The Girl Inside and how it came to life; ✨ Dr. Biagi's journey with Storytelling as a Healing Art and the power of using story for healing and transformation; ✨ Miss. LiLi Queen Motivational's inspiring personal journey and reflections on being part of The Girl Inside; ✨ The impact this film has had over the past five years — on the women who were featured, on audiences, and beyond; ✨ The importance of listening to and elevating women's stories, especially those too often left unheard; ✨ And so much more! Follow + Learn More: Learn more about Dr. Laura Biagi's work at: https://en.soulsound.it  Follow Dr. Biagi on Instagram. 

On the latest episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome James Hamilton — personal security expert, founder of Hamilton Security Group, and one of the most powerful voices in personal protection and empowerment today. James is only the second man ever to be featured on The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, and for good reason — his work is saving lives, protecting families, and giving women the tools to reclaim their power. This episode wraps up our special month-long series on SASSGO and the life-changing I Will Survive Weekend. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that protects women and girls from assault and exploitation through education, self-defense, and empowerment — and James is one of the elite instructors committed to that mission. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ James' personal journey — how he went from a kid in rural South Carolina to a top personal security expert trusted by high-profile clients, celebrities, and everyday families alike; ✨ What it means to be a personal security expert and how James started his own company, Hamilton Security Group, after years of working alongside legendary safety expert Gavin de Becker; ✨ The critical tools women already have — and how to use them to navigate threats and stay safe (spoiler: it starts with intuition… and a flashlight); ✨ How James became involved with SASSGO and the I Will Survive Weekend — and why this work is so close to his heart; ✨ Practical tips for protecting yourself, your children, and your community in everyday situations — from walking to your car at night, to staying safe in an Uber, to how to respond in an active shooter scenario; ✨ How to teach kids about safety and the online world, how to create “white space” in your life, and what advice James has for the “good guys” who want to stand up and protect the women and girls in their lives; ✨ And so much more. This episode is a MUST LISTEN for everyone! You don't want to miss it.  Learn more about Hamilton Security Group and James Hamilton's work at: hamiltonsecuritygroup.com Read "The Gift of Fear" by Gavin De Becker: https://a.co/d/enfdS3j  Learn more and support the mission of SASSGO: SASSGO.org

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome the first man ever to be featured on the show — Olyn Sexton. Olyn is a retired law enforcement officer, tactical firearms instructor, and the CEO of the Lindsey Pilkington Memorial Foundation. This is a powerful and inspiring conversation about empowering women, protecting women, and carrying on the legacy of someone you love. This episode continues our special month-long series on SASSGO and the life-changing I Will Survive Weekend. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that protects women and girls from assault and exploitation through education, self-defense, and empowerment — and Olyn is one of the dedicated instructors helping to elevate that mission. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ Olyn's journey from law enforcement officer to instructor — and how his experiences in life and on the job transformed the way he serves and protects others today; ✨ How he became involved with SASSGO, Fortis Tactical, and the I Will Survive Weekend — and why he's so passionate about empowering women through tactical firearms training, self-defense, and situational awareness; ✨ The story of Lindsey Pilkington — a bright light, fierce fighter, and dear friend — whose life was tragically cut short, but whose legacy lives on through the Lindsey Pilkington Memorial Foundation; ✨ How grief and loss led Olyn to a deeper purpose, healing, and mission — and how he now walks alongside others through their own journeys of training and healing; ✨ The importance of showing up, listening, and standing in the gap for others — especially women and survivors; ✨ And so much more.

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Teena Gooding — a powerhouse instructor and co-founder of Fortis Tactical, lontime law enforcement leader, and founder of the Female Officer Survival School — for a powerful and inspiring conversation about resilience, leadership, and helping women reclaim their power through training and self-defense. This episode continues our special month-long series on SASSGO and the life-changing I Will Survive Weekend. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that protects women and girls from assault and exploitation through education, self-defense, and empowerment — and Teena is one of the incredible women leading that charge. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ Teena's inspiring life story and her journey from patrol officer to becoming the only female Captain in the history of the University of South Carolina Police Department; ✨ How her passion for leadership, resilience, and self-defense training led her to launch the Female Officer Survival School, which has empowered thousands of women; ✨ Her current role at Fortis Tactical, where she trains others in self-defense, firearms, and personal protection; ✨ How she works with officers in crisis through peer support and trauma response — and how those same principles apply to empowering everyday women; ✨ The critical importance of training, situational awareness, and knowing how to protect yourself; ✨ Why she believes every woman and girl should be equipped with tools, skills, and confidence to live boldly and fearlessly; ✨ And so much more!

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Micki Ridd, Mesa Weidle, and Ellen Welch — three powerhouse SASSGO instructors — for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about survival, healing, and the mission to empower and protect women and girls. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that is on a mission to protect women and girls from assault and exploitation through education, self-defense, and community empowerment. This episode continues our special month-long series on SASSGO and the transformative I Will Survive Weekend — and Micki, Mesa, and Ellen each bring their own unique story to the conversation. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ How Micki, a yoga instructor, was sent to a SASSGO training by her boss and discovered a deeper sense of strength and empowerment — sparking her passion to protect and train other women and girls; ✨ Mesa's courageous journey as a college student and member of the University of Utah track team when her teammate Lauren McCluskey was tragically murdered — and how that trauma led Mesa to SASSGO and a mission to ensure no woman ever feels powerless again; ✨ Ellen's story as a mother whose daughter, Carly, was assaulted in college — and how SASSGO gave her family the tools, hope, and strength to heal and fight back, inspiring Ellen to become an instructor herself; ✨ How each of these women turned trauma into purpose and now travel the country empowering others through SASSGO's life-saving programs; ✨ The critical importance of training, education, and community when it comes to women's safety and freedom; ✨ How you can support this movement and be part of the solution; ✨ And so much more!

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Shannon Henry — founder of SASSGO — and Brett Brown, Executive Director of SASSGO, for a powerful and eye-opening conversation to kick off our special month-long series on SASSGO and the I Will Survive Weekend. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that is on a mission to protect women and girls from assault, exploitation, and trafficking through education, self-defense, and community empowerment. Shannon and Brett are passionate leaders, educators, and advocates who are changing lives and transforming communities through their tireless work. This episode launches our SASSGO Series for the month of July, where we'll spotlight instructors, security experts, and changemakers who are leading the charge to protect and empower women and girls. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ Shannon's personal journey to founding SASSGO and the heart behind the organization; ✨ How Brett got involved and why she's dedicated her life to empowering and protecting women; ✨ The alarming realities facing women and girls today—and what we can do about it; ✨ The life-changing impact of the I Will Survive Weekend and why it's unlike anything else in the world; ✨ How SASSGO is equipping women with tools, confidence, and strength to navigate the world safely; ✨ What sets SASSGO apart and why this movement is growing; ✨ How you can be part of the solution—by attending, donating, or spreading the word; ✨ And so much more!

On this week's new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Chacrice Miles — founder and CEO of Transition 1, 2, 3, Inc., a Detroit-based nonprofit organization that empowers women to rebuild their lives after domestic abuse. Transition 1, 2, 3 provides safe housing, basic necessities, life-skills training, workforce development, and a supportive community that walks alongside women as they reclaim their lives. Chacrice is a survivor, advocate, and changemaker who turned her own story of trauma and survival into a mission to serve others. She knows the pain, fear, and silence that domestic abuse can bring — and she also knows the courage it takes to break free and begin again. What began as her personal journey of healing has grown into a powerful movement to uplift other women, break cycles of abuse, and restore dignity, safety, and hope. Transition 1, 2, 3 is more than a nonprofit — it's a lifeline for women in crisis, and a launchpad for women to step into a new, empowered chapter of life. In this episode, you'll hear: ✨ Chacrice's powerful personal story of survival and what inspired her to launch Transition 1, 2, 3; ✨ The vital services Transition 1, 2, 3 provides to women healing from domestic abuse; ✨ The importance of safe housing, stability, and supportive community; ✨ Stories of women who have found healing, strength, and purpose after abuse; ✨ How trauma-informed care and real opportunities can change lives; ✨ Why second chances matter and how you can be part of someone's new beginning; ✨ And so much more!

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Deb Ellinger, founder of Elli's House—a nonprofit organization based in Detroit that works with women and girls in the city and also supports women and girls across the country who are experiencing homelessness or who have been impacted by addiction, human trafficking, abuse, and more. Deb's story is one of strength, compassion, and relentless action. After spending years working in law enforcement, Deb witnessed firsthand the heartbreaking realities of human trafficking, abuse, and addiction. Driven by a deep desire to make a difference, she began meeting women where they were—offering food, hygiene kits, and hope from the back of her car. That grassroots effort grew into Elli's House, a full-scale nonprofit that now provides 24/7 street outreach, a drop-in center, and one of Detroit's only long-term residential programs for women exiting trafficking or homelessness. In this episode, you'll hear: ➡️ Deb's inspiring personal and professional journey—from law enforcement to nonprofit founder ➡️ The powerful story behind Elli's House and how it's changing lives in Detroit and beyond ➡️ How Elli's House supports women and girls with street outreach, shelter, mentorship, and more ➡️ The realities of trafficking and addiction in our own communities—and what we can do to help ➡️ Why showing up with love, dignity, and consistency makes all the difference ➡️ And so much more!

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Elza Spaedy, founder of Healed and Restored—a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women and girls who are survivors of abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, and other forms of trauma. Elza's story is one of courage, healing, and hope. As a survivor herself, Elza understands the deep wounds that trauma can cause—and she's made it her life's mission to walk alongside other women and girls on their journey to restoration. Through Healed and Restored, she is building a supportive community and providing vital resources, mentorship, and programming to empower survivors and help them reclaim their lives. In this episode, you'll hear:

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After enduring sexual harassment in her early teens, Lynn turns to older men for comfort as she enters adulthood. She becomes pregnant by an abusive partner, faces the heart-wrenching decision of abortion, and suffers further assault. Despite her longing to heal, she becomes caught in toxic cycles, growing increasingly isolated and trapped. Driven by the need to end the cycle of abuse, she fights to break free. chapters (00:00) listen with caution (00:24) next on lovelustfear (02:23) about lynn (03:18) lynn's story (46:04) questions & answers (58:59) closing thoughts (01:00:08) charity & organizations (01:00:38) submit your story (01:00:50) disclaimer ** This episode contains explicit content, including descriptions of sexual assault, physical abuse, and abortion. Please listen with caution.** quotes “I developed very fast. I felt like I almost went from being a little girl to being a young woman, who was leered at and gawked at…” - Lynn “They became abusive…you never knew what kind of person you were gonna get with him.” - Lynn “…there's no way that I'm gonna get pregnant. and that's exactly what happened.” - Lynn “A few months later I got a phone call from the father of the baby, from my previous boyfriend, He broke into the house in the middle of the night. He walked into my bedroom, scared the hell out of me. And then in the morning he had left me this incredibly creepy note that said, amongst other things, I just wanted to watch you sleep.” - Lynn “…that was his way of getting me away from everything that I knew, my job, my friends, my hometown, any connection that I had to anyone to get me alone in a new state to isolate me.” - Lynn “I encourage everyone out there who has experienced any type of abuse, whether it be emotional or physical, psychological, sexual, to find a good outlet.” - Lynn “I feel like every time I tell the story, now that I gain a little bit of myself.” - Lynn topics | #Relationships #EmotionalAbuse #ToxicDynamics #Trust #SelfWorth #AbusiveRelationships #EmotionalManipulation #SexualAssault #ToxicRelationships #RedFlags #Support #Silencing #Fear #Trauma #Reporting #Assault #GenerationalTrauma #Healing #Partner music | sounds Music (CC BY 4.0): Lost Place Atmospheres (001-003) by Sascha Ende Very Low Note by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Other Music and Sound Effects by Alex Wit, cybercutie, TheoJT, Syouki Takahashi, Timothy Kulig, Pixabay, Samuel F. Johanns, Samuel Kamau, and UNIVERSFIELD from Pixabay stay aware | follow | share (lynn) National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365) Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) Text: START to 88788  https://www.thehotline.org/ https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/ Hope Alliance  https://www.hopealliancetx.org/ To assist those whose lives have been affected by family and sexual violence by providing safety, services, and developing partnerships that lead to hope, healing, and prevention. To provide hope of future generations through prevention and be a leader in saving and transforming lives affected by family and sexual violence. End Violence Against Women International https://evawintl.org/ We confront interpersonal violence against adults and adolescents of all genders. We specialize in trauma-informed law enforcement responses—from the first interaction with a victim through the investigation and potential prosecution. Positive outcomes for survivors require everyone working together, so we also champion collaborative practices, with multidisciplinary training for health care providers, prosecutors, advocates, and others who respond to survivors. The National Training Center on Crimes Against Women https://trainingcaw.org/ The National Training Center on Crimes Against Women (NTC) is a state-of-the-art facility in Dallas, Texas that provides year-round training for those addressing violence against women. Leveraging the rich history of the Conference on Crimes Against Women, NTC offers learning opportunities ranging from basic to advanced levels. Additionally, NTC builds community in the region by hosting free events, even those outside its primary focus areas. story submission information  If you would like to consider being a guest on lovelustfear or would like your story featured anonymously, please contact us below. submission link | https://lovelustfear.aidaform.com/lovelustfear E-mail | lovelustfearpod@gmail.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfearpod/ subscription links Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b06d0ea8-cb29-4c3a-98e6-0249d84df748/lovelustfear Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/0e3ndcf5u8lZ5lhN1lvWec Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lovelustfear/id1735876283 RSS feed https://audioboom.com/channels/5125912.rss Want to hear more? Whatever app you're listening on, just rate us and/or leave us a comment or review. Thank you for your support! 

Hosts Kelly Roskam, Tim Carey, and Kari Still react to and analyze the Supreme Court's ruling in U.S. v Rahimi. The Court upheld firearm prohibitions for those subject to domestic violence protective orders.  This is the first time the Court has used its recent Bruen test in an opinion, but there are still many lingering questions about how lower courts should use the test when making decisions.    ###  0:00 - Introduction   1:45 - U.S. v Rahimi decision recap 4:35 - Dr. Mary Anne Franks, legal scholar and professor of law at George Washington University Law School joins the show to analyze the Court's decision, discuss what it means for the Bruen test and other Second Amendment decisions.  32:30 - The Bruen test and historical analogies for disarming dangerous individuals 38:05 - Natalie Nanasi, associate professor at SMU, Dedman School of Law and founding director of the Hunter Legal Center for Victims of Crimes Against Women discusses the impact of the Court's decision on domestic violence victims and survivors.  50:45 – Implications of the Court's decision on other gun violence prevention laws and challenges  

What if the language we use could change the way we understand and address gender-based violence? Join us for a compelling conversation with Kelsey McKay, a former prosecutor and expert in gender-based violence, recorded onsite at the 2024 Conference on Crimes Against Women in Dallas, Texas. We explore the profound impact of terms like "victim" and "survivor," the importance of personal choice in identification, and the dehumanizing effects of legal jargon. Discover how evolving terminology within law enforcement and the criminal legal system can better recognize non-physical forms of abuse, such as coercive control, and why it's crucial to enhance empathy and support for victims.Dive into the heart-wrenching complexities of victim credibility in legal contexts involving sexual violence and substance use. Expert insights from Russell Strand illuminate how substance use should never undermine a victim's credibility and highlight the necessity of understanding trauma responses. We critique systemic biases that scrutinize victims more harshly than defendants and emphasize the need to shift perspectives to support victims more effectively. Learn about the significant implications of non-fatal strangulation in abuse cases, as informed by research, and why accurate documentation and better training for law enforcement are paramount.Finally, we tackle the transformative power of language in the criminal legal system with a focus on initiatives like "Uncooperative," which aims to shift systemic responses through survivor stories. Reflect on the societal burdens placed on victims and the importance of believing them as the first step toward ending domestic violence. This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to improving the support systems and legal frameworks that protect and empower those affected by gender-based violence.

In a riveting new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, listeners are introduced to the remarkable Jenifer Faison, award-winning producer and host of the groundbreaking podcast "Betrayal" and the gripping docuseries "Betrayal: The Perfect Husband" on Hulu - based on her own fairytale love story turned cautionary tale about betrayal and deceit.  Jenifer is an award-winning producer who is well-known for her work on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”, Judge Judy, VanderPump Villa, and more. After 20 years apart, Jenifer reconnected with her college sweetheart, Spencer, and at the age of 42 - they got married. To everyone, including Jenifer, Spencer was the “perfect husband”, but what she didn't know is that he was hiding shocking secrets and covering it up by love-bombing and his seeming “perfection.”  Spencer was a two-time Teacher of the Year and Jenifer was convinced she married the perfect husband. But on June 1, 2018, that all changed. Jenifer came home to find Spencer holding a search warrant. He had sexually assaulted one of his students. In the days that followed Spencer's arrest, Jenifer uncovered a dark, secret life her husband had been living during their entire marriage. His actions shook a community, devastated his wife, and sent Spencer to prison.  Jenifer's journey, as she climbed out of the devastation, led her on a mission to shed light on some of society's darkest secrets, delving into the complexities of betrayal, deception, and the human psyche – and shedding light on and bringing to light so many stories like her own.  In this episode, Jenifer shares her own life story and talks about how her #1 podcast “Betrayal” and Hulu docuseries “Betrayal: The Perfect Husband” is empowering others to share their stories, giving other women the courage to speak up, and bringing these individuals and their stories to justice.  In this episode, you'll hear:  Jenifer's life story and how she got into television and production; The story of how Spencer and Jenifer reconnected and fell in love; About the fairytale romance and how it all came crashing down; How Jenifer found out that Spencer was hiding deep, dark secrets and how that led her on a journey to truth, justice, and a #1 podcast and Hulu series - “Betrayal”; And so much more.  Listen and Subscribe: Don't miss out on this incredible episode! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on Jenifer, to listen to her podcast “Betrayal”, watch her Hulu series “Betrayal: The Perfect Husband” and more, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com/JeniferFaison For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, to listen to all of our podcast episodes, watch our Emmy-nominated documentaries, and more, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com

Seg 1: Can sleep deprivation make you happier? Sleep is a vital component of human health, However, modern lifestyles often lead to sleep deprivation due to long working hours and social activities. New data suggests that lack of sleep might be a benefit? Guest: Dr. Jennifer Goldschmied, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Co-Author of the Study Seg 2: Are we on the verge of losing customer service From an airline that ‘extorted' a tip out of a guest to a brunch that doesn't serve tea! Has customer service gone completely insane? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: Marking a somber anniversary THe NDP is marking the 8th anniversary of the declaration of a toxic drug crisis in BC and while their have been thousands of lives lost the message is stay the course. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Seg 4: Is Canada capable of preventing crimes against Indigenous women? The Indigenous Women Justice Plan report sheds light on the pressing need for better communication and collaboration to put an end to violence against Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. Guest: Kory Wilson, Chair of the BC First Nations Justice Council Seg 5: The hype over a new movie that has people divided The number one movie at the Box office over the weekend was CIVIL WAR, and it has people talking. Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 6: Inside the efforts to save kʷiisaḥiʔis In a dramatic rescue attempt in a remote British Columbia lagoon, kʷiisaḥiʔis, a highly intelligent orca calf, eluded capture despite efforts by a large rescue team equipped with boats, divers, nets, and advanced underwater detection tools. Guest: Gord Kurbis, Videographer Covering Orca Rescue in Zeballos Seg 7: Why did Iran launch an attack against Israel? The long-standing shadow war between Iran and Israel, which traditionally avoided direct military confrontations, took a sharp turn towards a more open and dangerous phase. Guest: Javed Ali, Associate Professor of Practice at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan Seg 8: How BC is helping make 5-star meals in space The Deep Space Food Challenge is a collaborative effort between the Canadian Space Agency and NASA to develop innovative solutions to sustain astronauts on long-duration space missions. Guest: Dr. Saber Miresmailli, CEO of Ecoation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome JoJo Dries, founder of On The Wings of Angels - a nonprofit organization that stands as a beacon of hope and support for individuals affected by domestic abuse.  JoJo is a survivor of childhood and domestic abuse – she was abused by her family members from the ages of 9-29 years old, until she finally broke free. JoJo founded On the Wings of Angels to serve other people who desire to remove themselves from toxic and abusive situations, and need direction, resources, community and support. JoJo firmly believes that she would not currently be living the personal and professional life of her dreams without the many people who rallied around her when she needed it most and she strives for On the Wings of Angels to do that for others.  JoJo is an author, speaker, branch manager for Delmar Mortgage, and all-around inspiring human being. Her book, The Lotus: How I Beat the Patriarchy, is a gripping and relatable account of how she removed herself from a toxic home environment. JoJo is a nationally sought-after speaker, bringing her empowering message to audiences across the country. JoJo married the love of her life, Paul, and has two sons and a rescue pup.  JoJo has a powerful story to tell and she is doing such incredible work to empower and free others through On The Wings of Angels. Listen to her inspiring episode today! In this episode, you'll hear:  JoJo's inspiring story of resilience, passion, and love; How she survived many years of abuse and how she found the courage to leave and fight for her own life and freedom; Her incredible love story; How she decided to start On The Wings of Angels; Stories of the people that have been helped through her nonprofit organization and the incredible impact of the organization; And so much more.  Listen and Subscribe: Don't miss out on this incredible episode! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information about JoJo and On The Wings of Angels, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com/JoJoDries For more information about 1 Girl Revolution, to listen to all of our podcast episodes, to watch our Emmy-nominated documentary series, and more, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com     *Rated explicit only because of some of the topics discussed in this episode. This is a critical topic/story, so we hope you will listen. But wanted to give you a heads up that there are topics of abuse and violence against women discuseed. 

A deep dive that covers the dating history of the internet's ex-boyfriend, John Mayer. Hear all about John's known relationships and hookups, what he has to say about his time with them and vice versa, whose body is actually a wonderland, and what John Mayer wants in a partner now. For a man who hasn't dated anyone publicly in the past decade, women everywhere are still reeling over John's disastrous 2010 Playboy interview and the bombshells dropped in Jessica Simpson's memoir Open Book. One question remains: Is John Mayer still the same man who inspired songs like Dear John, or has he grown enough to learn from his past and actually have a lasting relationship? Buckle in, because it's going to be a bumpy ride! Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A deep dive that covers the dating history of the internet's ex-boyfriend, John Mayer. Hear all about John's known relationships and hookups, what he has to say about his time with them and vice versa, whose body is actually a wonderland, and what John Mayer wants in a partner now. For a man who hasn't dated anyone publicly in the past decade, women everywhere are still reeling over John's disastrous 2010 Playboy interview and the bombshells dropped in Jessica Simpson's memoir Open Book. One question remains: Is John Mayer still the same man who inspired songs like Dear John, or has he grown enough to learn from his past and actually have a lasting relationship? Buckle in, because it's going to be a bumpy ride! Shop Clean Simple Eats protein powder and use code POPAPOLOGISTS for 10% off! To support the show, consider subscribing on Patreon, where you can get a bonus episode of Pop Apologists every Friday! Please note this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Confronting the shadows of abuse and the resilience of the human spirit, author Rachel Louise Snyder joins us for an unsettling yet vital conversation in our latest episode. With her raw and deeply personal memoir, "Women we Buried, Women we Burned," Rachel doesn't just recount her own experiences with abuse and addiction, but illuminates the pernicious societal structures that sustain violence against women and children. We traverse the often-misunderstood dynamics of familial abuse, the failures of legal and support systems to grasp the full picture, and the complexities involved in ending abuse without severing the ties that bind.The dialogue takes a turn into darker territories as we explore the devastating realm of child abuse within religious institutions and the tumultuous landscape of foster care, sharing insights from her own life-changing stint in Cambodia. These experiences unearth a profound understanding of abuse and trauma that transcends cultures and borders. As Rachel's narrative gains traction with the possibility of adaptation for a Netflix series, we underscore the increasing need for these critical stories to be shared and recognized in mainstream media, paving the way for change and awareness.Wrapping up the episode, we pause to acknowledge the healing power of books, and the beacon of hope they represent for those in the throes of overcoming abuse. The upcoming 2024 Conference on Crimes Against Women stands as a testament to this commitment, promising to shine a light on these issues and foster a community of support and understanding. Join us for this profound discussion, where stories of adversity are met with unyielding hope, and the conviction that conversations like these can truly make a difference.

We discuss the rise of Islamist extremism in the Sahel region of Africa and Christina Lamb examines widespread reports that rape was used as a tool of terror in the Hamas attacks. Plus: the latest from Cop 28, the future of luxury travel and Portugal unveils plans for a new Lisbon airport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent data shows a 4% rise in crimes against women but experts estimate that most of them go unreported. The situation on the ground is a lot worse than the numbers indicate, so it's time to work on it in crisis mode. Fast-track courts and police sensitisation are only part of the solution; accessible free legal aid and a societal shift away from patriarchy are critically needed too. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.  

#Antisemitism: UN Civil Commission on Crimes Against Women and Children comments inexactly on the October 7 attack. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 @ThadMcCotter @theamgreatness https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/israel-slams-un-s-women-s-office-for-50-day-delay-in-commenting-on-hamas-sex-crimes/ar-AA1kw5Pq 1900 Jerusalem

“I knew right away that sexual violence was part of the events of October 7, but obviously, I could not have known the extent of the cruelty that Hamas engaged in,” says Professor Ruth Halperin-Kaddari, who served for 12 years on the UN Committee on Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women. Halperin-Kaddari now feels “completely betrayed” by the international women's rights organizations with whom she's worked for years, for their failure to condemn - or even recognize - the rape, kidnapping and other atrocities committed by Hamas terrorists against Israeli citizens on October 7. In conversation with Haaretz Weekly host Allison Kaplan Sommer, Halperin-Kaddari, a member of the newly-formed Civil Commission on Hamas's Oct. 7th Crimes Against Women and director of the Rackman Center for the Advancement of the Status of Women at Bar-Ilan University, explains that “unlike any previous incidents of 'conflict related sexual violence,' as the UN calls it, the Hamas terrorists had body camera and they filmed their actions. They broadcasted it both to the families of the victims and on social media, so the horrific footage emerged right away.” Also on the podcast, domestic violence advocate Lili Ben Ami, founder of the Michal Sela Forum, expresses her deep concern over the dramatic expansion of the ability of Israelis to obtain personal weapons in a campaign initiated by National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. Her organization, she says, “is now receiving calls every day from worried women and domestic violence survivors” that their abusers will now get access to a firearm. When her group looked into the matter, she tells Haaretz Weekly, they found that the distribution plan did not contain a screening mechanism that would prevent men with a criminal record related to domestic violence from obtaining a gun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In May 2023 the White House launched the U.S. National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence to address the national concerns related to gender-based violence and provide a roadmap for the vision that "theUnited States will be a place where all people live free from gender-based violence in all aspects of their lives." On July 13, 2023, the Podcast on Crimes Against Women met with Rosie Hidalgo for an in-depth dialogue about this plan which she describes as "a pathway to safety." In this episode, Ms. Hidalgo provides a comprehensive overview of the plan including the 7 pillars of support and strategies for action developed through a gender-based violence lens.Rosie Hidalgo serves as Special Assistant to the President and Senior Advisor on Gender-Based Violence at the White House Gender Policy Council. Rosie has worked in the movement to end gender-based violence for over thirty years as a public interest attorney and as a national policy advocate. Most recently she was the Senior Director of Public Policy for Esperanza United, a national resource center with a focus on providing training, research, and policy advocacy to prevent and end domestic violence and sexual assault and served on the Steering Committee of the National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence. Rosie previously served as the Deputy Director for Policy at the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) at the U.S. Department of Justice during the Obama-Biden Administration and served on a detail to the Office of the Vice President, working with the White House Advisor on Violence Against Women.  Rosie also served on the American Bar Association's Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence.  She is a graduate of Georgetown University and New York University School of Law. The U.S. National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence can be found on the White House website, wh.gov.

Jan Langbein, CEO of Genesis Women's Shelter & Support and Tracy Matheson, founder of Project Beloved, discuss updates from the 88th Legislative Session in the State of Texas where bills were filed to support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. In this episode, we explore topics related to state funding, housing needs, ViCAP (Violent Criminal Apprehension Program), CODIS (Combined DNA Index System), victim rights, and Molly Jane's Law. Companion episodes to this conversation include the 2022 episode with Tracy Matheson and the 2023 episode with Kelsey McKay, both available on our sister show the Podcast on Crimes Against Women. 

The criminal justice system is the avenue that victims and survivors are legally expected to take when seeking justice for crimes committed against them. However, this system is primarily designed to ensure that the rights of both victims and defendants are upheld. Unfortunately, the rights for victims and survivors - both human and legal - are disproportionately compromised by an overabundance of caseloads, insufficient financial resources, and limited manpower along with the pervasiveness of unqualified personnel who many times are neither trauma-informed nor victim-centered in their approaches, processes, or remedies. These deficits leave victims and survivors exposed to injustices, inferiority, and sometimes incarceration. Former prosecutor Kelsey McKay joins the conversation to highlight the ways in which victims are often re-victimized by the very system that should be in place to protect them, and shares strategies on how survivors and their families can be better treated and supported as they seek the justice they deserve.Kelsey McKay is a former prosecutor and a highly recognized expert on criminal asphyxiation, domestic violence, sexual abuse and other forms of power-based crimes. As a prosecutor, she spent 12 years handling complex cases and designing creative solutions. She has trained practitioners across all systems and represented individuals as they navigate the criminal system. With a skill for implementing change and working across disciplines, she appeals to audiences from the Pentagon to festivals such as SXSW, bringing cultural awareness to the need for systems change. Built with solutions engrained in efficiency, empathy and equality her approach recognizes the limits of practitioners and the vulnerability of survivors. Her influence has built a team facilitating solutions that move professionals and communities from awareness to action. Her new non-profit, RESPOND Against Violence, is a multidisciplinary think tank seeking to generate sustainable change in our society's collective response to violence and trauma.  

Genesis Women's Shelter & Support has an exciting announcement: the launch of the National Training Center on Crimes Against Women. Jan Langbein, CEO of Genesis is back on the show with all the details about this ground-breaking new educational center that will consolidate all training and education from both Genesis and the Conference on Crimes Against Women into one national program with the potential to impact tens of thousands of professionals, survivors, community and business leaders, et al across the country. Everything you need to know about this transformational new center is in this episode!

Jan Langbein, CEO of Genesis Women's Shelter & Support, joins The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast to share her inspiring story, how she became aware of the epidemic of domestic violence, and what she is doing - and what we can all do - to bring an end to violence against women in our world.  Genesis Women's Shelter & Support provides safety, shelter and support for women and children who have experienced domestic violence, and works to raise awareness regarding its cause, prevalence and impact. Jan has been at the forefront of Genesis and active in efforts to end violence against women for 30 years. As the CEO, she oversees internal and external operations as well as funding and community education. Under her leadership, Genesis has grown from a seven-room emergency shelter to a full-service response for survivors of domestic violence and maintained its unique status as one of the few victim services programs that accomplishes sustainability without government funding. She is also a recognized national expert on domestic violence and conducts training and workshops across the United States. In partnership with the Dallas Police Department and the FBI, she co-founded the annual international Conference on Crimes Against Women. Jan joins The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast to share all about her incredible work.  In this episode, you'll hear:  Jan''s inspiring life story;  The story of how Jan became aware of the epidemic of domestic violence in our world today; How she ended up volunteering with Genesis Women's Shelter; About Genesis Women's Shelter & Support and the International Conference on Crimes Against Women.  And so much more.  For more information about Jan and Genesis Women's Shelter & Support, please visit: www.1girlrevolution.com/janlangbein

A 9-year-old North Carolina boy was reportedly forced to live locked in a dog cage for the last six months. The boy's father, stepmother, and the stepmother's aunt were arrested on child abuse and related charges. The trio is facing a total of 19 felony child abuse indictments. Deputies responded to the family home on October 19 after receiving an anonymous 911 call regarding possible child abuse. The caller reportedly told police that her husband had previously taken food to the victim.  Upon arrival, deputies noticed the boy inside a locked dog kennel wearing no shirt, jeans, and no shoes, even though temperatures were below freezing and frost was on the ground. Deputies found the stepmother inside a bedroom with a 4-year-old under the bed and the 8-month-old still in her arms. She claimed she didn't know the combination for the cage lock, forcing EMS and deputies to break the cage open. The 9-year-old was taken to the Brenner's Children's Hospital in Winston-Salem, police said, where he received a medical checkup and was released the same day. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network; Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children; Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program;" Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Dr. Angela Arnold - Psychiatrist, Atlanta GA, Expert in the Treatment of Pregnant/Postpartum Women; Former Assistant Professor of Psychiatry; Obstetrics and Gynecology: Emory University; Former Medical Director of The Psychiatric Ob-Gyn Clinic at Grady Memorial Hospital, Voted "My Buckhead's Best Psychiatric Practice of 2022" Robert Farley - Former Detective, Cook County Sheriff's Police Department (Chicago, IL); Deputy - United States Marshal, Commanding Officer, Child Exploitation Unit; Consultant in Crimes Against Children, Farley International Dr. Free N. Hess - Pediatrician/Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Child Safety Expert & Consultant, Founder of PediMom Nicole Partin - CrimeOnline.com Investigative Reporter, Twitter: @nicolepartin (Naples, FL)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two teens escaped a Texas house of horrors, telling neighbors they were being abused. The  two 16-year-old twins (a boy and girl) arrived at a neighbor's home in Cypress at around 5:30 a.m. The twins could be seen in the neighbor's doorbell camera video barefoot and shivering. The boy had no shirt on. The twins also said they were hungry and that they hadn't eaten in a week. The Good Samaritan said the twins told her, "that their mom kept them locked in the laundry room, naked, zip tied from the ankles and handcuffed from the wrist.”  When investigators interviewed the twins, they reportedly said they were not allowed to use a toilet and were made to drink their own urine and live in the laundry room, which was filled with feces.   Police detained the children's mother, identified as Zaikiya Duncan, 40, along with her boyfriend, Jova Terrell, 27.   Joining Nancy Grace Today:  Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org,  Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills, CA), DrBethanyMarshall.com, New Netflix show: 'Bling Empire' (Beverly Hills) Mike Hermann - Private Investigator (California), www.hermanninvestigations.com, Former Police Lieutenant, Co-Founder of the non-profit organization "PTSD Brotherhood, Inc.", Co-Host: "PTSD Brothers: Brotherhood of Service Podcast", PTSDBrotherhood.org Dr. Free N. Hess - Pediatrician/Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Child Safety Expert & Consultant, Founder of www.PediMom.com Nick Perlin - Multimedia Journalist, WBRZ News 2 (Baton Rouge, Louisiana), Facebook: Facebook: Nick Perlin, Twitter: @nickperlin_TV, Instagram: @NickPerlin2  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Crime Stories, Nancy Grace delves into the disappearances of two  women - one in California, one in Illinois.   22-year-old Jolissa Fuentes was last seen at August 7. Surveillance video from a Selma, California convenience store shows Fuentes making a purchase inside the store, then getting into her car. Fuentes can be seen pulling on the highway, but her family says Fuentes should have turned right  to head home. Fuentes turned left, and hasn't been seen again.  Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Detective Richard Figueroa at (559) 891-2243, or Detective Matthew Hughes at (559) 891-2266. In Illinois, Jerrica Laws disappears after leaving home for a walk. Laws has dinner with a friend, goes home and tells her mother she is going for a walk.   Laws doesn't return home.  There are no suspects  or persons of interest named in this case.  If you have information regarding Jerrica Laws' case, please contact the Park Forest Police Department at 708.748.1309. Joining Nancy Grace today: Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org, Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Dr. Jeff Gardere - Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Prof of Behavioral Medicine at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine DrJeffGardere.com, Author: 'The Causes of Autism” and Co-Author: "Practical Parenting" @drjeffgardere  Justin Boardman - Former Special Victim's Unit Detective, West Valley City (Utah), Author: "I Was Wrong: An Investigator's Battle-cry for Change Within the Special Victims Unit", JustinBoardman.com, Twitter: @boardman_train Dave Mack - Crime Online Investigative Reporter Sydney Summer - Crime Online Investigative Reporter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The search for Oakley Carlson still underway. The little girl has not been seen since in over a year.  Carlson is just 9 months old when she is placed with foster parents  Jamie Jo and Erick Hiles.  Over the next two years, the little girl becomes part of the family, but then November 2019,  Washington's Department of Children Youth and Families (DCYF) reunites Carlson with her biological parents, Jordan Bowers and Andrew Carlson. 9 months later, Oakley is missing but no one knows.  The last confirmed sighting of Oakley Carlson is in February 2021, but the little girl isn't reported missing until December 2021... that's when a fire damages the family's home forcing them to temporarily relocate.  A local school principal get concerned after talking with one of Oakley's siblings. Oakley's 6-year-old sister tells the principal's daughter “Oakley is no more,” that she  “had gone out into the woods and had been eaten by wolves.”  Anyone with information on Oakley should call the sheriff's office at (360) 533-8765. You can also contact Detective Sgt. Paul Logan at (360) 964-1729 or email sodetectives@co.grays-harbor.wa.us.  Joining Nancy Grace today Jamie Jo Hiles, former foster Mother    Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org,  Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills, CA), DrBethanyMarshall.com, New Netflix show: 'Bling Empire' (Beverly Hills) Karen L. Smith - Forensic Expert, Lecturer at the University of Florida, Host of Shattered Souls Podcast, @KarensForensic, barebonesforensic.com Stephanie Pagones - Crime Reporter, Fox News Digital, Twitter: @steph_pagones  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a renewed push for DNA testing on the evidence in the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Ramsey, 6, was reported missing by her mother the day after Christmas 1996. Patsy Ramsey reported finding a ransom note that demanded more than $118,000. John Ramsey discovered the girl's body the same day in the basement of the family's home in Boulder, Colorado. Investigators determined that JonBenet was strangled and had an 8.5-inch fracture to her skull. No one has been charged in connection with the killing. John Ramsey spoke at the CrimeCon 2022 convention in Las Vegas, where he called for an independent agency to test DNA from his daughter JonBenét Ramsey's case. Ramsey said he wanted the independent agency to conduct the DNA analysis instead of the Boulder Police Department, whom Ramsey says botched the investigation. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org,  Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University,   Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills, CA), DrBethanyMarshall.com, Netflix show: 'Bling Empire' Joe Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan" Dr. Monte Miller - Director, Forensic DNA Experts LLC, Specialist in Sexual Assaults and Murder, Former Forensic Scientist for Texas Dept. of Public Safety State Crime Lab  Audrey Conklin - Reporter, Fox News Digital, Twitter: @audpants  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bowen Turner's latest arrest for probation violation means he will now have to register as a sex offender. The South Carolina man accused of three rapes was arrested for disorderly conduct and given bail, but Turner denied bail on another charge stemming from a probation violation. Turner, 19, was arrested on Mother's Day and after his arrest, he allegedly called a female jailer the "B-word" and tried to bite off the finger of another. This latest incident happens after a controversial sentence was handed down in April. Orangeburg County Court Judge Markley Dennis sentenced Turner to five years of probation as part of a plea for assaulting a woman in 2019. The charge was reduced from an earlier charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, even though the victim was willing to testify and it was the third sexual assault accusation against Turner in less than two years.  Ankle monitoring logs show that Turner violated his previous bond dozens of times, visiting golf courses, restaurants, shopping centers and even going out of state. At his court appearance attorney Jason Turnblad o asked Judge Roger Young to take into consideration Turner's "young age [and] his lack of a prior record before pleading to these charges." Turner also admitted to having an "alcohol problem" that he would like to address through rehabilitation.  The judge ruled however that Turner knew the rules of his probation.  Joining Nancy Grace Today: Chloe Bess - Victim  Karl Stoller -  Victim Dallas Stoller's father Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org,  Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Topo Padilla - Bail Bondsman 39 years (Sacramento, CA) President, Professional Bail Agents of the United States, Greg Padilla Bail Bonds; Instagram/Twitter: @TopoPadilla,  Caryn Stark - NYC Psychologist; Twitter: @carynpsych, Facebook: "Caryn Stark" Katie Kamin - Breaking News Anchor / Investigative Reporter, Live 5 News (Charleston, SC), Twitter: @KatieKaminTV, Facebook: "Katie Kamin TV"  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded on location at the 2022 Conference on Crimes Against Women, each episode in this bonus series will deepen our understanding of DNA testing, how it supports cold case investigations and prosecutions, and what's ahead for crime solvers around the globe.Can someone get away with murder in the 21st century? Advances in DNA testing, forensic genetic genealogy and forensic investigation are making it more difficult to do so, and applying these advances to homicide investigations is significantly reducing the time it takes to catch a killer. Forensic psychologist, Dr. Lawrence Simon, explains the critical work of investigators who pursue cold cases, serial killings and other crimes committed by deviant offenders, and how they benefit from collaboration with experts from around the world via The Vidocq Society and the Cold Case Foundation, where he is a collaborator. Dr. Simon walks us through the importance of old-fashioned detective work combined with cutting-edge technology, DNA evidence and luck - all of these playing vital roles in making it less likely for someone to get away with murder. Dr. Simon has spent over a decade working on complex crimes against persons cases and is a vital member of major cold case task forces, assisting investigators on high profile serial homicides. At the 2022 Conference on Crimes Against Women, Dr. Simon presented 3 sessions of his highly popular topic, "Sexual Deviant Killers." This is his second appearance on the Podcast on Crimes Against Women. 

Maria MacMullin is the Senior Director of Major Gifts for the Genesis Women's Shelter in Dallas, Texas. Maria has played a key role in securing over $70 million in philanthropic gifts for a wide number of organizations, and we talk about the importance of giving back in the personal finance journey. She is also the host of the Podcast on Crimes Against Women and the Genesis Podcast.

Recorded on location at the 2022 Conference on Crimes Against Women, each episode in this bonus series will deepen our understanding of DNA testing, how it supports cold case investigations and prosecutions, and what's ahead for crime solvers around the globe.Recent revelations across North America have unearthed new and disturbing crimes against Indigenous People, specifically children who perished at Indian boarding schools. We explore the use of DNA collection and testing within the context of these crimes, the impact of generational trauma upon DNA, blood quantum requirements that determine Indian ancestry and lead to its ultimate erasure from humankind, and so much more with Nicole Matthews. Ms. Matthews has led the sexual assault coalition from its inception in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as one of the first national programs that addresses the unique and significant needs of American Indian/Alaskan Native (AI/AN) women and children. At the 2022 Conference on Crimes Against Women, Ms. Matthews co-presented "The Critical Intersection of Sex Trafficking & Murdered & Missing Indigenous Relatives." This is her second appearance on the Podcast on Crimes Against Women.

Community outrage after a Louisiana mom loses custody of her daughter to the man who raped her as a teen. Crysta Abelseth was 16-years-old in 2005, when she says she was raped by John Barnes, then 30 years old.  Abelseth became pregnant. DNA tests show, and Barnes admits,  he is the father of the now teen child.  Barnes claims the sex was consensual.  Abelseth told WBRZ that she met Barnes during a night out with friends at a Hammond restaurant and that he offered to drive her home. Abethseth says Barnes took her to his home and raped her on his living room couch. Barnes found out about the child six years later, and pursued custody.  Abelseth pressed charges against Barnes in 2015, but since then no investigation has taken place.  And also, now the teen girl sad her father has assaulted her.   Joining Nancy Grace Today: Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org, Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program" Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University, Dr. Mindy B. Mechanic - Professor of Psychology (Emeritus) at California State University Fullerton, Forensic Psychologist Focusing on Trauma/victimization, Intimate Partner Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Dr. Monte Miller - Director, Forensic DNA Experts LLC, Specialist in Sexual Assaults and Murder, Former Forensic Scientist for Texas Dept. of Public Safety State Crime Lab  Chris Nakamoto - Chief Investigative Reporter, WBRZ-TV, Facebook: "Chris Nakamoto WBRZ", Twitter: @ChrisNakamoto See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded on location at the 2022 Conference on Crimes Against Women, each episode in this bonus series will deepen our understanding of DNA testing, how it supports cold case investigations and prosecutions, and what's ahead for crime solvers around the globe.DNA, FGG, ABO, RFLP, PCR, CODIS - what does it all mean? From the crime scene to the crime lab to the courtroom, DNA evidence collection, testing and results continue change the landscape of criminal investigations. We take a closer look at how DNA testing has evolved over the past century and the impact it has on investigations and securing convictions with a special focus on the successes of sexual assault kit testing. Patricia (Patti) Powers, JD, Attorney Advisor at AEquitas and Misty Mara Williamson, Forensic DNA Analyst III and DNA Laboratory Coordinator at the Marshall University Forensic Science Center, join the conversation as both experts in their fields and collaborators in bringing cold cases to justice. Patti and Misty co-presented, "Advancing Justice with DNA Technology", at the 2022 Conference on Crimes Against Women.

Bowen Turner back behind bars. The South Carolina man accused of  three rapes arrested for disorderly conduct and given bail, but Turner denied bail on another charge stemming from a probation violation. 19-year-old Turner was arrested on Mother's Day and after his arrest, he allegedly called a female jailer the "B word" and tried to bite off the finger of another. This latest incident happens after a controversial sentence handed down in April.  Orangeburg County Court Judge Markley Dennis sentenced Turner to five years of probation as part of a plea for assaulting a woman in 2019.  The charge was reduced from an earlier charge of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, even though the victim was willing to testify and it was the third sexual assault accusation against Turner in less than two years.  Ankle monitoring logs show that Turner violated his previous bond dozens of times, visiting golf courses, restaurants, shopping centers and even going out of state. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Chloe Bess - Victim  Karl Stoller -  Victime Dallas Stoller's father, JusticeForDallas.wordpress.com Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org,  Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Topo Padilla - Bail Bondsman 39 years (Sacramento, CA) President, Professional Bail Agents of the United States, Greg Padilla Bail Bonds, GregPadillaBailBonds.com  Instagram/Twitter: @TopoPadilla,  Caryn Stark - NYC Psychologist, www.carynstark.com, Twitter: @carynpsych, Facebook: "Caryn Stark" Katie Kamin - Breaking News Anchor / Investigative Reporter, Live 5 News (Charleston, SC), Twitter: @KatieKaminTV, Facebook: "Katie Kamin TV"  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three South Carolina teen girls accuse the same man of raping them. Bowen Turner is charged with first-degree criminal sexual conduct, but the outcome, in this case, has caused much outcry. While awaiting trial, Turner is held on house arrest with ankle monitoring. Court documents state that if Turner violates his bond, he is to be immediately taken into custody, but reports show that Turner violated that order more than 50 times, even crossing state lines without being taken into custody. One case was dropped when the victim died. In facing the other charges, Turner accepted a plea deal. He pleads guilty as a youthful offender to first-degree assault and battery. At sentencing, Turner is given five years of probation and does not have to register as a sex offender. As long as Turner follows the terms of his probation, his conviction could be expunged from his record. Crime Stories has reached out to the South Carolina Solicitor's office and the prosecuting attorney for comment. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Chloe Bess - Victim Karl Stoller - Dallas Stoller's father, JusticeForDallas.wordpress.com Sarah Ford - Legal Director, South Carolina Victim Assistance Network, SCvanLegal.org, Former Prosecutor focusing on Crimes Against Women and Children, Facebook: "SCVAN Legal Services Program", Adjunct Professor, Claflin University & South Carolina State University Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst, www.drbethanymarshall.com, New Netflix show: 'Bling Empire' Rachel D. Fischer - Registered Nuse, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), Expert Witness, Private Investigator, Author: "Taking Back the Pen", Forensic Nursing Consulting and Education LLC, LegalRNConsult.org, Katie Kamin - Breaking News Anchor / Investigative Reporter, Live 5 News (Charleston, SC), Twitter: @KatieKaminTV, Facebook: "Katie Kamin TV" TIP LINE: National Sexual Assault Hotline (800) 656-HOPE or (800) 656-4673 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com