Chin Rodger
Mother of Elliot Rodger, the perpetrator of the 2014 Isla Vista mass shooting. Contributes to the field of threat assessment by sharing insights into her son's behavior before the attack.
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May 17, 2025 • 51min
Lessons From a Mass Shooter’s Mother
Mark Follman, National Affairs Editor at Mother Jones and author of 'Trigger Points', teams up with Chin Rodger, mother of Isla Vista shooter Elliot Rodger. Together, they confront the harrowing aftermath of violence and the crucial lessons learned about identifying warning signs. Chin shares her painful journey of grief and her insights into threat assessment, detailing how missed opportunities can lead to tragedy. They discuss the importance of recognizing psychological patterns and intervene early to prevent future violence.
May 18, 2024 • 51min
Lessons From a Mass Shooter’s Mother
Chin Rodger, mother of a mass shooter, opens up for the first time about missed warning signs before the horrific Isla Vista attack. She discusses the importance of threat assessment teams in preventing violence and shares insights on identifying early warning signs to avert tragedies.
