Dr. Kimberly Cassidy
Composition of a Killer
Composition of a Killer is an in-depth look into the early childhood development of killers. Hosted by Dr. Kimberly Cassidy, professor of early childhood education and early childhood special education, and Darlene D. Lee, radiology tech, certified yoga instructor, and avid true crime and brain development researcher, Composition of a Killer dives into the early childhood experiences that likely affected the brain development of people who became cold-blooded killers. Referencing early childhood development theories, adverse child experiences (ACES), McDonald Triad, and many other research-bas...
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Dr. Kimberly Cassidy
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Oct 7, 2025
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Episodes
Episode 2 Juvenile Violent Offenders Part IV Thompson and Venables-UK's Youngest Convicted Violent Offenders 27.10.2023 20:21
This podcast is the last part of the Thompson and Venables case. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Juvenile Violent Offenders Part IV Thompson and Venables-UK's Youngest Convicted Violent Offenders 27.10.2023 56:58
This podcast continues the series on juvenile offenders featured Robert Thompson and Jon Venables, UK's youngest convicted murderers. (VERY GRAPHIC DETAILS) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Juvenile Killers Part III-Bell and Bustemante 22.10.2023 1:05:17
This podcast discusses the cases of Mary Bell and Alyssa Bustemante-two female juvenile serial killers and their heinous acts. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Part II Juvenile Serial Killers; FBI/Government Definitions of Serial Killers vs. Mass Murderers 16.10.2023 1:14:10
This podcast clarifies the definition of a serial killer vs. a mass murderer due and three children who became serial killers after childhood truama. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Juvenile Offenders: Serial Killers and Violent Offenders Part 1 11.10.2023 1:05:25
This podcast discusses juvenile offenders who are serial killers or violent offenders, their childhood experiences, and implications. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
The Happy Face Killer and Updated Stats 05.10.2023 1:12:56
This podcast discusses the Happy Face Killer and his re-emergence in media due to a newly identified victim that has been a cold case for 29 years. We also discuss updated stats and research on frontal cortex and percentages of serial killers with physical and psychological abuse. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
The Vampire Killer-Richard Chase 03.10.2023 1:05:04
This podcast discusses Richard Chase, the serial killer named "The Vampire Killer' due to his obsession with blood. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Update on Lucy Letby; Kohberger; Signs of Trauma in Children 21.09.2023 1:10:49
In this podcast we discuss updates on the Lucy Letby case; Bryan Kohberger; a 51-year old cold case that was solved recently; and a journal article about Helping Children Cope with Traumatic Events-signs to look for and methods of intervention Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Dr. Death-Harold Shipman; Yoga for Attributional Retraining Study 14.09.2023 1:50:27
This podcast discusses Harold Shipman, the doctor who killed more than 250 patients in the UK. We also discuss the nationwide study about implementing yoga in the classroom for metacognition and attributional retraining. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Analysis of ACEs Checklist; PCEs Checklist; Toxic Stress 10.09.2023 1:17:16
This podcasts discusses the Adverse Childhood Experiences checklist; Positive Childhood Experiences checklist; toxic stress; examples of trigger experiences. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
The Alphabet Killer; An Analysis with Early Childhood Student Becca 07.09.2023 20:40
This podcast explores The Alphabet Killer as researched by Becca, one of my early childhood students. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Criminologist Dr. Scott Bonn: Review of Journal Articles; FBI Symposium on Serial Killers and Motivations 07.09.2023 49:38
This podcast reviews an article by Criminologist Dr. Scott Bonn concerning motivations of serial killers and specific notes from the 2005 FBI Symposium on Serial Killers Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Active Maryland Serial Killer; Pedro Lopez-the Monster of the Andes 30.08.2023 46:46
This podcast discusses the active case that is open in Maryland believed to be the work of a serial killer. We also discuss Pedro Lopez who is deemed The Monster of the Andes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Update BTK & Bryan Kohberger; Robert Henson-The Butcher Baker 25.08.2023 56:42
This podcast discusses the two new cases thought to be attributed to BTK and Kohberger's recent court visit. We also discuss Robert Henson, a serial killer who targeted women. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Baby Killer Lucy Letby: Brittain's most notorious serial killer 21.08.2023 1:02:22
This podcast discusses Lucy Letby and the recent case that convicted her of killing 7 babies and attempting to kill many more. We also discuss "Nature vs. Nurture" after a review of her childhood. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Charles Manson 31.07.2023 1:20:16
This podcast discusses the crimes of Charles Manson, his cult, and early childhood experiences that shaped him into a psychopath. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Robert Sylvester Alton: Greensboro Killer 31.07.2023 1:03:39
This podcast discusses Robert Sylvester Alton, a serial killer who focused on killing, raping, and dismembering black women who were prostitutes or hitchhikers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
The Long Island Killings/Gilgo Beach Killer: Rex Heuermann-What We Know about this "New" Serial Killer 18.07.2023 1:30:14
This podcast discusses the case of The Long Island Killings/Gilgo Beach Killer suspect Rex Heuermann who has been arrested charged with four murders that occurred on Gilgo Beach. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
July 18, 2023 Update on The King Road Killings: Bryan Kohberger-Early Childhood Environment, Family, Early Education 18.07.2023 1:05:45
This podcast discusses the recent findings on Bryan Kohberger-his early childhood environment, family, etc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Stacey Castor: The Black Widow 03.07.2023 48:22
This podcast discusses the crimes of Stacey Castor, dubbed "The Black Widow" by media. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
The Green River Killer; UChicago Study of 800 Violent Offender Brain Scans 08.06.2023 1:26:24
This podcast features Gary Ridgeway, America's most prolific serial killer with 49 convictions. His early childhood is discussed as well as his life experiences. The University of Chicago Study looks at the MRIs of 800 offenders' brains and discusses the lack of gray matter compared to other criminals. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--56...
A Behavior Sequence Analysis of Serial Killers' Lives: From Childhood Abuse to Methods of Murder 16.05.2023 1:19:12
Review of a peer-reviewed journal article discussing a sstudy of serial killers' lives using Behavior Sequence Analysis Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
The BTK Killer 24.04.2023 58:11
This podcast discusses Dennis Rader, the man behind BTK "Bind, torture, kill" that terrorized Wichata, Kansas for decades. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
H. H. Holmes: The First American Serial Killer 26.03.2023 1:22:13
This podcast discusses H.H.Holmes, his crimes, and the link to Jack to Ripper. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5602919/support .
Reduced Gray Matter in Homicide Offenders: A Study by Decety & Klein and Bowie State University's Class on Serial Killers as Children 13.03.2023 59:10
This podcast reviews the 2019 Study conducted by Decety and Klein that looked at the amount of gray matter in more than 800 MRI Scans of criminals who specifically committed homicide. This podcast also reviews the Criminal Justice class at Bowie State University that discusses Serial Killers as Children Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/composition-of-a-killer--5...
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