

Women and Crime
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Two Criminologists cover a new female-focused case each episode. You’ll hear the stories of these women, paired with the science that tells you where it all went wrong. We’ll explore the causes of female crime, victimology, the legal system, as well as celebrate heroines who have left their mark on the criminal justice system.Dr Meghan Sacks and Dr Amy Shlosberg are both Professors of Criminology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Both have years of first-hand experience working with offenders and professionals in the criminal justice system. They teach classes covering topics such as: Women & Crime, Race & Crime, Criminology, and Serial Killers.
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Nov 1, 2022 • 43min
Angie Barlow
Ep 99: On an October evening in 2016, a young woman attended a small party where she was hired to work as a dancer but was this invitation a rouse with an ulterior motiveThis is the Angie Barlow storySources for Today's Episode:
Wishtv.com
Crime Watch Daily
Wrtv.com
USA Today
Interview with Christina
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Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced and Edited by James Varga
Music by Dessert Media
Special Thanks to: Christina Barlow
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: exotic dancer, unsolved, Raven Miller, Baron McCollough, Indianapolis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 2022 • 51min
The List Family
Ep 98: What would drive a husband and father of three murder his entire family and would he ever be brought to justice?This is the List Family storySources for Today's Episode:
Father Wants Us Dead Podcast
ABC news
History.com
NYTimes
NJ.com
Sponsors:(thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!)Apostrophe Skincare -Get your first visit for only $5 at Apostrophe.com/women when you use our code: WOMENThank you Apostrophe for sponsoring this episode!Uncommon Goods -To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/womenandcrime. Don’t miss out on this limited time offer! Uncommon Goods. We’re all out of the ordinary. Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced and Edited by James Varga
Music by Dessert Media
Special Thanks to: Rebecca Everett
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: family annihilator, John List, America's Most Wanted, Helen List, Alma List, Frederick List, Mercy Killings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 2022 • 44min
Valerie McDaniel
Ep 97: For most her entire life, this woman was a well-liked and respected veterinarian, mother, and member of society.That all changed however, when she was met a new man, who would convince her that a sinister act was the solution to all of her problemsThis is The Valerie McDaniel StorySources for Today's Episode:
20/20: “Love at First Sting.”
American Justice: “The Bad Doctor.”
Dateline NBC: “Twisted In Texas.”
State of Texas v. Leon Jacob: Notice of Intention to Use Evidence of Prior Convictions and Extraneous Offenses.
Leon Phillip Jacob v. The State of Texas: Appeal from 263rd District Court of Harris County.
Houston Chronicle.
American Veterinary Medical Association.
Oxygen.com
Sponsors:(thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!)MX Naturals -Go to shopmxnaturals.com and use code WOMEN at checkout for 25% off your first order. They are so confident that you will love their products they are offering a 30-day money back guarantee.Green Chef -Go to GreenChef.com/women135 and use code women135 to get $135 off across five boxes—and your first box ships free!Better Help -This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try and save 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/WOMEN.Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced and Edited by James Varga
Music by Dessert Media
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: cheating, global issues, Houston, Texas, murder-for-hire, Leon Jacob, suicide, Veternarian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 2022 • 49min
Courtney Clenney
Ep 96: After years of toxic domestic disturbances, a relationship comes to a fatal end. Was this a case of self-defense or privilege gone crazy?This is the Courtney Clenney storySources for Today's Episode:
Miami Herald
NY Post
Daily Mail
Rollingstone
People
Law and Crime (sidebar)
Sponsors:(thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!)Better Help -When you want to be a better problem solver, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp.com/WOMEN today to get 10% off your first month.Uncommon Goods -To get 15% off your next gift, go to https://www.uncommongoods.com/womenandcrime Don’t miss out on this limited time offer! Uncommon Goods. We’re all out of theordinary.Daily Harvest -Go to DAILYHARVEST.com and enter code "women" to get $25 off your first box! Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced and Edited by James Varga
Music by Dessert Media
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: domestic violence, OnlyFans Model, Miami, Christian Obumseli, Stabbing, Murder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 4, 2022 • 43min
Diane Staudte
Diane Staudte, a woman whose family members died from unknown causes, reveals a surprising twist. Topics explored include the suspicious deaths, motivations behind the crimes, rare cases of mother-daughter serial killers, and other family killings. The discussion also touches on prevention, recovery, and hope.

Sep 27, 2022 • 47min
Maggie Long
Ep 94: A family’s frustration mounts as the murder of their teenage daughter goes unsolved. But would a new FBI classification help provide any answers?This is the Maggie Long storySources for Today's Episode:
The flume.com
Court TV
9NEWS
CPR.org
Dateline
NBC news
Medium.com
CBS news
Sponsors:(thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!)Apostrophe Skincare -Get your first visit for only $5 at Apostrophe.com/women when you use our code: womenThats $15 in savings!Daily Harvest -Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $40 off your first box!Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced by James Varga
Edited by Jose Alfonso
Music by Dessert Media
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: unsolved, Colorado, Park County, robbery, arson, homicide, Bailey CO, Platte Canyon High School, 2017 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 20, 2022 • 1h 3min
Kim Goldman Interview
Kim Goldman is a passionate advocate for victims, known for her work following her brother's tragic murder. In this conversation, she shares her harrowing experience during the O.J. Simpson trial and emphasizes the impact of sensational media on victims' narratives. Kim discusses the ongoing challenges victims face and the importance of reforming the justice system to better support them. She also highlights her own podcast, 'Media Circus,' which sheds light on media representation and the complexities of victimhood, pushing for ethical storytelling in crime narratives.

Sep 13, 2022 • 43min
Amy Bishop
Ep 92: After opening fire on colleagues during a routine faculty meeting many said this Biology Professor must have just snapped. However, a closer look at her history would reveal several warning signs that went ignored.This is the Amy Bishop storyBe sure to check out Amy & Meghan on their latest podcast with AbJack Entertainment: Campus Killings. New shows every 2 weeks. podcastSources for Today's Episode:
The New Yorker
Los Angeles Times
The New York Times
Huffington Post
Boston Globe
The Chronicle of Higher Education “is tenure a matter of life or death?”)
Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced and Edited by James Varga
Music by Dessert Media
Sponsors:(thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!)Green Chef -Go to GreenChef.com/women135 and use code women135 to get $135 off across five boxes—and your first box ships free!Daily Harvest -Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $40 off your first box!Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, true crime bookclub, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchShow your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: hitman, University of Alabama Huntsville, Seth Bishop, Gopi Padila, Maria Ragland Davis, Adriel Johnson, mass shooting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 6, 2022 • 47min
Tondalao Hall
Ep 91: A survivor of domestic violence is sentenced to decades for the abuse of her partner…But WHEN does the burden placed on mothers become unreasonable?This is the Tondalao Hall story.Sources for Today's Episode:
Oklahoman.com
The Norman Transcript
Buzz Feed news
Washington post
NYT
60 minutes
CNN
ACLUok.org https://scholarlycommons.law.case.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1641&context=healthmatrix
Hall Presentence Report https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/1355349-hall-presentence-report.html#document/p4/a186157
Tondalao's Habeas Corpus Petition: https://www.acluok.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/tondalo-hall-vs-debbie-aldridge.pdf
Sponsors:(thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!)Green Chef -Go to GreenChef.com/women135 and use code women135 to get $135 off across five boxes—and your first box ships free!Daily Harvest - Stay busy and eat sustainably with Daily Harvest! Go to DAILYHARVEST.com/women to get up to $40 off your first box! Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced by James Varga
Editing by Jose Alfonzo
Music by Dessert Media
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: child physical abuse, domestic violence, Oklahoma, Robert Braxton Jr., Released From Prison, Failure to Protect Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 30, 2022 • 48min
Raynella Leath
Ep 90: A 911 call brings authorities to the home of a frantic wife whose husband had just died from an apparent suicideBut a closer look into this woman’s life would reveal that this death wasn’t her first rodeo.This is the Raynella Leath StorySources for Today's Episode:
CBS News
An Episode of 48 Hours
Know News
NY Times
Findlaw
An Episode of Snapped
Credits:
Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks
Produced and Edited by James Varga
Music by Dessert Media
Show your Support:The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience! You can also support the show through the following ways: Follow Us on Social: YouTube | Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Reddit | TwitterPatron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrimeApple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merchHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/Keywords: David Leath, Knoxville, Tennessee, Ed Dossett, Hung Jury, Case Thrown Out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices