Modell Consulting Group

Forgotten Victims: The Forensic Interview

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The Forgotten Victims Podcast, hosted by Scott Modell Ph. D. and Staci Whitney, LMSW, educates and empowers multidisciplinary team members to successfully investigate crimes against individuals with disabilities and other vulnerable populations. With decades of experience between them, they share how teams can successfully seek justice for vulnerable victims by discussing research, case examples and sharing practical skills for every step of an investigation. Join Scott and Staci to learn more about how you can make an impact in your community and better serve victims with disabilities through...

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Episode 11 / Victim Selection 09.11.2021 12:13

In this episode, Scott and Staci discuss why some victims are chosen by offenders over others.

Episode 10 / Multiple Perspectives in a Case 14.10.2021 16:24

In this episode, we have special guest, Dermot Whelan, Senior Consultant for MCG. Staci and Dermot discuss the importance of offering multiple perspectives on a case when training.

Episode 9 / Overcoming Blocks and Barriers in an Interview 07.09.2021 23:14

In this episode, we have special guest, Kate Homan, Senior Consultant for MCG. Kate and Staci discuss tools for overcoming blocks and barriers in a forensic interview.

Episode 8 / Investigating Crimes 11.08.2021 20:59

In this episode, we have special guest, Dermot Whelan, Senior Consultant for MCG. Dermot and Scott discuss investigating crimes against individuals with disabilities, specifically those who live in a facility. Before specializing in investigating crimes against individuals with disabilities, Mr. Whelan started his police career in 1991 as a member of the New York City Housing Police and attended t...

Episode 7 / Narrative Event Practice 20.07.2021 18:34

In this episode, we have a special guest, Kate Homan, Senior Consultant for MCG. Kate and Staci discuss narrative event practice, an effective tool for maintaining rapport and establishing a baseline during interviews of individuals regardless of age or ability. Kate shares examples and research to help interviewers engage in successful narrative event practice.

Episode 6 / Verbal, Non-Verbal and Low-Functioning 13.05.2021 12:24

In this episode, Scott and Staci discuss the labels verbal, non-verbal and low-functioning and better ways to describe how individuals with disabilities communicate.

Episode 5 / Talking to Kids about Sexual Abuse 06.05.2021 20:42

In this episode, Scott and Staci discuss helpful tips on how to talk to kids about sexual abuse.

Episode 4 / Autism 28.04.2021 18:44

In this episode, Scott and Staci discuss strategies and tactics for interviewing individuals with Autism.

Episode 3 / The "D" Word: Data 20.04.2021 10:08

In this episode, Scott and Staci focus on some of the data and statistics that Multi-Disciplinary Teams' should be aware of regarding crime victims with disabilities.

Episode 2 / The “C” Word: Capacity to Consent to Sexual Activity 24.03.2021 26:29

In this episode, Scott and Staci discuss the steps that go in to assessing capacity to consent to sexual activity for individuals with intellectual disabilities. While this assessment does not happen during a forensic interview, someone’s capacity to consent impacts an entire investigation. As an expert in assessing capacity to consent to sexual activity for people with intellectual disabilities,...

Episode 1 / Building Rapport 12.03.2021 14:34

Scott and Staci discuss the importance of building rapport with individuals with disabilities during a forensic interview. They share stories, examples and strategies on how to effectively communicate with vulnerable victims.