How Trauma-Informed Interviews Prevent False Confessions and Protect Survivors

Season 7 Episode 1

One decision in the interview room can change a life—or ruin it. We sit down with interrogation expert David Thompson to unpack why survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking are…

Published on 4 hours ago

Homicide is a leading cause of maternal death, and we're not talking about it enough.

Pregnancy should be a time of joy and anticipation, but for thousands of American women each year, it becomes the most dangerous period of their lives. In this eye-opening conversation with Professor…

Published on 3 months ago

From Tragedy to Legislation: How a Mother's Murder Changed Washington State's Domestic Violence Laws

What happens when protection orders fail? In November 2019, Tiffany Hill did everything by the book to protect herself from her abusive husband. She reported his violence, obtained no-contact orders,…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Forensic Genetic Genealogy and the New Frontier of Criminal Justice

Forensic Genetic Genealogy (FGG) stands at the frontier of criminal justice, offering new hope for cases that have remained unsolved for decades. This groundbreaking conversation takes us inside the …

Published on 4 months ago

The Evolution of the Rape Kit: Learning from the Legacy of Marty Goddard

In this episode, Pagan Kennedy, author of "The Secret History of the Rape Kit," reveals the untold story behind the rape kit, a forensic tool that revolutionized sexual assault investigations but who…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Evolution of the Rape Kit: Learning from the Legacy of Marty Goddard

In this episode, Pagan Kennedy, author of "The Secret History of the Rape Kit," reveals the untold story behind the rape kit, a forensic tool that revolutionized sexual assault investigations but who…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Officer Involved Domestic Violence: The Murder of Abby Bieber

What happens when your abuser carries a badge and a gun? For victims of officer-involved domestic violence, the journey to safety becomes a dangerous maze with few exits.
 
Bruce Bieber joins us with t…

Published on 5 months ago

We Are The Evidence: Finding Your Way After Sexual Violence

Sexual violence leaves survivors searching for answers, often without a roadmap for what comes next. Cheyenne Wilson knows this firsthand. After her own assault, she desperately sought comprehensive …

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Healing Heroes: Dr. T's Holistic Approach to First Responder Wellness

What happens when those who save others need saving themselves? Behind the badge, helmet, or uniform lies a harsh reality few civilians understand: our first responders are suffering in silence.

Dr. H…

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

When "I'm Fine" Isn't Fine: Recognizing the Hidden Signs of Abuse

What does safety really mean when you're trapped in an abusive relationship? For forty years, Genesis Women's Shelter & Support has been answering this question through action, evolving from a seven-…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago