Voices Against Filicide

✨ Special Announcement ✨ While Season 2 of Voices Against Filicide is coming in the new year, we’re not waiting to connect with you. On December 3rd, I’ll be hosting a LIVE podcast taping on TikTok at @HopeInThePain — and you’re invited. We’ll record an entire episode together, open the floor for Q&A, and give away free merch to show our gratitude for this community. To enter the giveaway, s...

In this episode, Hope revisits one of the most heartbreaking missing children cases in recent history: the disappearance of the Skelton brothers — Andrew, Alexander, and Tanner — who vanished over Thanksgiving weekend in 2010. Host Hope Hooton walks listeners through the chilling timeline leading up to their disappearance, the deeply troubled family situation surrounding the case, and the emotiona...

In today's episode, Hope Hooton, a mother and advocate, shares raw and emotional firsthand accounts of families impacted by the murder of children by parents or caregivers. This episode recounts the tragic events of September 11, 2025, in Port Huron, Michigan, where three siblings, Kayleb, Bentley, and Kinzley, were shot by their father, Jeffrey James Smerer. Kayleb did not survive, while Bentley...

In this deeply emotional episode of 'Voices Against Filicide,' host Hope Hooton shares her personal journey of abuse and unimaginable loss, honoring her late children Alec and Lydia. Hope delves into the cycle of abuse, learned helplessness, codependency, and the dangerous link between domestic violence and filicide. Offering vital resources and practical advice, this episode seeks to empower and...

In this deeply emotional episode of 'Voices Against Filicie,' host Hope Hooton, who has personally experienced the tragedy of losing her children Alec and Lydia to filicide, welcomes her long-time friend, Lauren Webb. Together, they discuss their lifelong friendship, the unimaginable loss of Alec and Lydia, and the red flags in Hope's marriage that preceded the tragedy. They also talk about their...

In this emotionally charged episode of Voices Against Filide, host Hope Hooton shares the harrowing story of a tragic filicide that occurred in Huntsville, Alabama, in August 2025. The episode explores the raw and painful experiences of those affected, including the first-hand accounts from a grieving community. Hope honors her own children, Alec and Lydia, and underscores the critical need for aw...

TRIGGER WARNING   This podcast contains deeply disturbing content, including firsthand accounts from parents and family members who have lost children to familicide—the murder of a child by a parent or caregiver. The stories are raw, emotional, and include details of immense loss, system failures, and trauma. Listeners are advised to take care, and may pause or stop the podcast if needed. Connect...

In this emotionally intense episode, host Hope Hooton, delves into the heart-wrenching case of 10-year-old Jayden Spicer from Eastern Kentucky. Jayden's disappearance and tragic death unfold, shedding light on system failures, the profound loss experienced by his family, and the ongoing advocacy needed to prevent similar tragedies. The episode highlights community efforts, emergency support system...

In this emotional episode, host Hope Hooton, shares the heartbreaking story of Emily Grace, a vibrant 9-year-old girl tragically lost to filicide at the hands of her father. Through raw and personal accounts, this podcast sheds light on the deep sorrow and systemic failures surrounding filicide cases. Hope emphasizes the importance of community support and offers resources for those struggling wit...

In this deeply emotional episode of Voices Against Filicide, host Hope Hooton shares the harrowing story of nine-year-old Pierce, who was tragically murdered by his father in San Francisco. With permission from Pierce's mother, Lesley Hu, the episode delves into the efforts to co-parent safely amidst red flags and conspiracy beliefs held by Pierce's father. Despite seeking court intervention to se...

In this deeply emotional episode, Hope Hooton, a mother and advocate, shares her tragic personal story of losing her children, Alec and Lydia, to filicide. Hope describes the warning signs and systemic failures, including emotional and psychological abuse from her husband, Brock, escalating after personal losses. Despite following all legal advice and obtaining emergency protective orders, the fam...

In this emotionally intense inaugural episode of 'Voices Against Filicide,' host Hope Hooton introduces the harrowing topic of filicide—the act of a parent killing their own child. As a mother who has personally endured this tragedy, Hope opens the dialogue with real stories and statistics, shedding light on systematic failures that have allowed such grievous acts to occur. She highlights recent c...

Welcome to Voices Against Filicide, where Hope Hooton courageously shares her personal story of losing her two children to filicide at the hands of her estranged husband. Through her journey, this podcast shines a light on the silent epidemic of filicide—an often-overlooked tragedy rooted in custody battles, domestic violence, and untreated mental illness. Each episode will look a little different...