Laura and David Challen, son of Sally Challen and author of The Unthinkable, unravel the insidious and lifelong harm coercive control causes a child. 

David speaks candidly about his lived experience, the realities of growing up with a coercively controlling father, and his horrifying experience at his mothers’s trial where she was convicted of his fathers’s murder. 

Listen and find out what David discovered when he went through all the trial transcripts. It angered him so much he started to campaign for his mother’s appeal and eventual successful release.

David also recently joined Laura for an exclusive live event and the recording is available now in the Squad for those who want to go deeper on this conversation. This conversation was compelling and eloquently gives language and insight into living with his abusive and coercively controlling father.
You can listen to David’s first interview on Crime Analyst here: Ep 261: The Unthinkable: A Story of Control, Violence and My Mother with David Challen

#SallyChallen #CoerciveControl #DavidChallen #PowerAndControl #DomesticAbuse #CrimeAnalyst #TrueCrime #Podcast #WarningSigns #Manipulation #UnthinkableBook #DomesticViolence  

Clip 

https://youtu.be/fnfmFm-T5jA?si=MC-GNmXZVnzEFxyK

Sources   

Buy David’s Book The Unthinkable: https://www.amazon.com/Unthinkable-Story-Control-Violence-Mother/dp/1914240278
Ep 261: The Unthinkable: A Story of Control, Violence and My Mother with David Challen

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Gabby would have been 27 last week. This remastered series is to honour Gabby and ensure the warning signs of coercive control are understood. It’s the difference between life and death for so many.

Determined to decode the patterns of coercive control and escalating risk, Laura deconstructs the behaviours that were visible - but too often minimised or misunderstood - with forensic precision.

Join Laura for this remastered investigative series which provides news updates in the case regarding the Utah Supreme Court oral argument in the wrongful death lawsuit appeal, deeper analysis and vital learning to help prevent future harm.

***

In this episode, Laura continues to profile Gabby Petito’s case starting with victimology and analysing Gabby’s social media. Laura highlights some emerging patterns and also explains our obsession with ‘stranger danger’ means that we are not having real and routine conversations about one of the biggest killers of girls and women and the red flags..

It’s time to change the script and take action if we want to save future lives. You won’t want to miss this.

#GabbyPetito #HerNameWasGabbyPetito #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #Behaviour #TrueCrime #Podcast #WomenMatter #Prevention #MaleViolence #Femicide

Clips   

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/21/us/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-notebook-confession.htmlhttps://www.the-sun.com/news/3782530/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-yearbook-photos-met-high-school/https://www.instagram.com/p/CR9Nm3HHuJN/Sources

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Laura and survivor, clinical psychotherapist and hypnotist Ella McCrystal share the signs of grooming, as well as what happened to the family when Ella’s abuser, her father, came home from prison having served his sentence.

Ella also shares further insight into her trauma and recovery and healing journey and new trauma-informed therapies she has developed which worked for her and many other victims.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse and trauma, which some listeners may find distressing. Please listen with care.

#Ella McCrystal #Trauma #Sexualviolence # #Podcast #TrueCrime #CrimeAnalyst #CriminalBehaviouralAnalysis #Forensics #Police #Advocacy #truecrimepodcast #podcast #expert #expertanalysis

 Clip 

https://youtu.be/nmJOuTAk09g?si=agHITktr_m8UNr7P

 More from Ella: 

Ella McCrystal️https://ellamccrystal.com️https://www.northamptonclinic.co.uk

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Today March 19 2026 would have been Gabby Petito’s 27th birthday. This remastered series is to honour Gabby and ensure the warning signs of coercive control are understood. It’s the difference between life and death for so many.

Determined to decode the patterns of coercive control and escalating risk, Laura deconstructs the behaviours that were visible - but too often minimised or misunderstood - with forensic precision.

Join Laura for this remastered investigative series which provides news updates in the case regarding the Utah Supreme Court oral argument in the wrongful death lawsuit appeal, deeper analysis and vital learning to help prevent future harm.

***

In this episode, Laura profiles Gabby Petito’s case from a behavioural, investigative and preventative perspective.

Having watched the police body worn camera footage captured when Moab City Police attended a domestic violence call out, Laura saw signs of coercive control. Laura opined early on that this was a ‘murder in slow motion’ and unfortunately was proven right.

Across this investigative series Laura analyzes Gabby’s social media and breaks down what she saw on camera. Laura shares the lessons from Gabby’s case so that we are all better equipped at spotting the warning signs in the future. It might just save a life.

#GabbyPetito #HerNameWasGabbyPetito #CrimeAnalyst #CoerciveControl #Expert #WarningSigns #Podcast #Truecrime

Clips   

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4DeSl8QGD4

Sources

https://www.patreon.com/posts/gabby-petito-113686407?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

https://www.patreon.com/posts/crime-analyst-my-116510211?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
https://www.patreon.com/posts/ep-239-american-123816186?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_fan&utm_content=web_share

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/21/us/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-notebook-confession.htmlhttps://www.the-sun.com/news/3782530/gabby-petito-brian-laundrie-yearbook-photos-met-high-school/https://www.instagram.com/p/CR9Nm3HHuJN/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsgnE460ebvgB1I30gwuLkw

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Laura interviews Ella McCrystal about surviving child sexual abuse, rape and domestic abuse, and the complex dynamics that can keep victims silent - including people-pleasing, fear, and when other family members and friends support and enable the abuser. 

Together they discuss the red flags that a child is being groomed, accountability and societal attitudes towards abusers, and the urgent need to centre survivors rather than protecting perpetrators or reputations. Laura draws parallels with Virginia Roberts Giuffre and the Jeffrey Epstein case, the protection of powerful perpetrators and the societal narratives that often silence victims while enabling abuse to continue. 

Ella also shares insight into her journey of healing and recovery, offering an honest and hopeful perspective on rebuilding life after trauma.  

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, rape, domestic abuse and trauma, which some listeners may find distressing. Please listen with care.

#EllaMcCrystal #sexualviolence #Podcast #TrueCrime #CrimeAnalyst #CriminalBehaviouralAnalysis #Forensics #Police #Advocacy #truecrimepodcast #podcast #expert #expertanalysis

 Clip 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTXH6Aok_NY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative and deconstruct and decode Alex Murdaugh’s behaviour with forensic precision.   
Join in for Laura’s new insights in this remastered series. 

***

Laura shares final key events in the timeline including further federal and state financial charges against Murdaugh and the murder trial whereby Murdaugh admitted under oath that he stole from his clients and firm PMPED. However, after Murdaugh was convicted for murdering Maggie and Paul, curiously Murdaugh pled not guilty to the federal financial charges.

Laura also discusses Murdaugh’s statement to Judge Newman “I would never hurt my wife, Maggie, and I would never hurt my son, Paw Paw” as well as highlighting what happened to Murdaugh’s cronies, Russell Laffitte and Cory Fleming, at their sentencing hearings.

Laura shares her thoughts on Gloria Satterfield’s so-called ‘trip and fall’ and Murdaugh’s lies regarding Gloria’s death and settlement, as well as latest developments in Stephen Smith’s terrible murder. You won’t want to miss this!

#MaggieMurdaugh #PaulMurdaugh #MurdaughMurders #GloriaSatterfield #StephenSmith #MalloryBeach #VictimsMatter #Accountability #MaleEntitlement #AlexMurdaugh #MaleViolence #Patriarchy #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #Behaviour #TrueCrime #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast

Clips   

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/crime-courts/alex-murdaugh-indicted-murder-charges-summary-timeline-rcna38026

https://www.wspa.com/news/documents-audio-released-in-gloria-satterfield-death-investigation/

https://www.wistv.com/video/2023/02/24/alex-murdaugh-admitted-financial-crimes-during-cross-examination-trial/

Sources

https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/

https://cupofjusticepod.com/

www.crime-analyst.com

https://www.justice.gov/usao-sc/pr/alex-murdaugh-indicted-federal-conspiracy-wire-fraud-bank-fraud-and-money-laundering

Alex Murdaugh Sentencing: Alex Murdaugh Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murders of Wife and Son - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/06/us/alex-murdaugh-sued-former-law-firm/index.html

https://blandrichter.com/public-statement-from-the-family-of-gloria-satterfield/

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Nearly two decades after her wrongful arrest for the murder of British student Meredith Kercher, Amanda Knox returned to Perugia, Italy to confront the prosecutor who led the case against her, Dr Giuliano Mignini.

In Part 2 of Laura’s conversation with Amanda Knox and filmmaker Christopher Robinson, they explore the dangers of prosecutorial fixation and confirmation bias, and how the narrative around the case took hold despite the evidence.

Laura and Amanda discuss the real perpetrator, Rudy Guede, what happened following his early release from prison, and the unresolved legal issues hanging over Amanda’s head which are before the European Court of Human Rights.

Amanda reflects on the most painful aspect of being wrongly accused of her friend’s murder and shares insight into rebuilding life after trauma.

#MeredithKercher #AmandaKnox #RudyGuede #Podcast #TrueCrime #CrimeAnalyst #CriminalBehaviouralAnalysis #Forensics #Police #Advocacy #ItalianPolice #Mignini #truecrimepodcast #podcast #expert #expertanalysis

 Clip 

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/watch-amanda-knox-hulu-documentary-mouth-of-the-wolf-free-1236484822/

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt39365783/   

    • The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox | Official...  

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative and deconstruct and decode Alex Murdaugh’s behaviour with forensic precision.   
Join in for Laura’s new insights in this remastered series. 

***

Laura continues to highlight and analyse key events in the macro timeline including Murdaugh’s public statement which he released via his lawyer, Dick Harpootlian, on September 6th stating that that he was stepping down from PMPED and was entering rehab for his opiate addiction. Laura examines the evidence to support Murdaugh’s claim of being a drug addict and that he lied due to his so-called ‘drug fuelled paranoia.’ 

Laura also analyses Murdaugh’s second statement that he made to SLED with his lawyers Dick Harpootlian and Jim Griffin present on September 13th about the September 4 so-called roadside shooting and compares it to Curtis Eddie Smith’s statement. Laura details the mounting financial charges against Murdaugh and his legal teams’ desperate attempts to control the narrative. You won’t want to miss this!

#MaggieMurdaugh #PaulMurdaugh #MurdaughMurders #VictimsMatter #TruthAndJustice #Accountability #MaleEntitlement #AlexMurdaugh #MaleViolence #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #Behaviour #TrueCrime #Podcast #TrueCrimePodcast

Clips   

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIn1Tj0KxPc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWCFaccIcCY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq4duludBQY

https://www.today.com/video/what-really-happened-the-night-alex-murdaugh-was-allegedly-shot-123520581534

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/alex-murdaughs-bond-set-7m-financial-crimes-charges-rcna8590

Sources

https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/

https://cupofjusticepod.com/

Crime Analyst (crime-analyst.com)

https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/15/us/murdaugh-family-deaths-timeline/index.html#:~:text=Dick%20Harpootlian%2C%20to-,WCSC,-saying%20he%20is

https://www.cnn.com/2021/10/06/us/alex-murdaugh-sued-former-law-firm/index.html

https://blandrichter.com/public-statement-from-the-family-of-gloria-satterfield/

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18 years after her wrongful arrest for the murder of 21-year-old British student Meredith Kercher, Amanda Knox returns to Perugia, Italy, to confront the man who led an aggressive prosecution against her: Dr Giuliano Mignini. 

In this episode, Laura Richards deconstructs the psychological and systemic failures—including confirmation bias and media distortion - that allowed a "fictionalized" narrative to supersede forensic reality – for nearly a decade.

Key Discussion Points & Behavioral Analysis:

·       The Prosecutorial Narrative: Amanda reflects on how the prosecution built a case around a "sex game gone wrong," a story that persisted despite the lack of forensic evidence connecting her to the crime and only one suspects, Rudy Guede’s, DNA at the crime scene.

·       Systemic Failures: A deep dive into the legal hurdles and institutional injustices that denied Amanda a fair trial, including the early "fast-track" trial of Rudy Guede that effectively shielded him from public scrutiny while Amanda remained the media's focus.

·       The Psychology of Public Vilification: Laura explores the "Foxy Knoxy" tabloid phenomenon, analyzing how confirmation bias and sexualized media tropes were used to dehumanize Amanda and influence public perception.

·       Confronting the "Wolf": Amanda discusses her decision to meet face-to-face with lead prosecutor Dr Giuliano Mignini. She explores the complex journey from being a "hurt person" seeking understanding to finding the capacity for grace and regular correspondence with the man who imprisoned her.

·       Documenting Trauma: Christopher Robinson shares the emotional weight of filming Amanda’s return to Italy, balancing his dual roles as a protective husband and a filmmaker capturing raw, often unflattering moments of vulnerability and healing. 

·       Watch Mouth of the Wolf on Disney Plus and Hulu.

·        

#MeredithKercher #AmandaKnox #RudyGuede #Podcast #TrueCrime #CrimeAnalyst #CriminalBehaviouralAnalysis #Forensics #Police #Advocacy #ItalianPolice #Mignini #truecrimepodcast #podcast #expert #expertanalysis

 Clip 

https://youtu.be/2MkaH9qgZwk?si=aea9UgTcXdKk0HyI

 
More from Amanda and Christopher: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt39365783/   

    • The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox | Official...  

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The Hulu’s series, ‘Murdaugh: Death in the Family’ has generated renewed interest in the case. This special release of the original investigative series Laura shared in April 2023 is in addition to recent interviews about the series. Incensed that Maggie had become a footnote in her own murder, Laura began her deep dive that to fix the narrative and deconstruct and decode Alex Murdaugh’s behaviour with forensic precision.   
Join in for Laura’s new insights on this remastered series. 

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Laura interviews award winning journalist Mandy Matney who is the creator and host of the Murdaugh Murder podcast, now named True Sunlight, Exposing Crime and Corruption, and co-host of Cup of Justice. Mandy has been investigating and breaking news on the Murdaugh murders for more than four years.

Laura and Mandy discuss the psychology of Alex Murdaugh and his motive for killing Maggie and Paul as well as for the staged September 4 roadside shooting. Mandy also shares what stands out to her from observing and listening to Alex Murdaugh for more than four years as well as what she believes happened to the money he stole, and Laura shares her thoughts and analysis with Mandy. You won’t want to miss this fascinating cross over episode!

#MurdaughMurders #VictimsMatter #MandyMatney #TruthAndJustice #Accountability #MaleEntitlement #AlexMurdaugh #MaleViolence #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #Behaviour #TrueCrime #Podcast

Clips   

https://www.cbsnews.com/video/alex-murdaugh-found-guilty-murdering-wife-and-son/  

Listen to Mandy’s Podcasts

https://murdaughmurderspodcast.com/

https://cupofjusticepod.com/

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While on bail for assaulting her, Tyrone Thompson broke into Mackenzie Anderson’s home and stabbed the 21-year-old mother 78 times as her toddler looked on. 

Laura’s conversation with Tabitha Acret continues and the focus turns from the courtroom to the culture that enables violence against women. Laura and Tabitha examine how women are treated within society and the justice system, and explore how these crimes are often minimised, normalised, or reframed, and why accountability must extend beyond individual perpetrators to the wider systems and social attitudes that protect them.

Mackenzie’s was a Murder in Slow Motion™.  Laura and Tabitha explore the intervention and prevention points in Mackenzie’s case - the moments where action could have changed the outcome - and the case law and government reforms still urgently needed. They also speak directly to the role men must play in changing this culture, including how influencing young boys and men begins in the home.

This episode is not only about what happened to Mackenzie - it is about what must change. It is a call for accountability, prevention, intervention and meaningful reform. And it reminds every listener that we all have a role to play in challenging harmful narratives and creating safer communities. Together we can save lives.

#MackenzieAnderson #TabithaAcret #DomesticViolence #Femicide #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #TrueCrime #Podcast #Crime #NewSouthWales

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