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ANONYMOUS REPORTING: DOES YOUR A.R.S. STINK? In this episode of Stop the Killing, the hosts engage in a conversation with Emily Romrell, a parent who successfully worked towards the implementation of an anonymous reporting system in her local school district in Montana. Emily shares her journey, from becoming concerned about mass shootings to taking action at her children's school. Emily offers in...

SURVIVING DIRTY JOHN WITH TERRA NEWELL Part 2 Survivor Terra Newell: Part Two - Fighting Back and The Journey to Recovery In this episode, we continue our interview with Terra Newell, a survivor of her stepfather, John Meehan, popularly known as 'Dirty John' in podcasts and TV documentaries. Terra gives a gripping account of her harrowing survival from John's attack with a knife, revealing how she...

SURVIVING DIRTY JOHN WITH TERRA NEWELL In this episode of 'Stop the Killing', Sarah and Katherine interview Terra Newell, a survivor of “Dirty John” Meehan. Terra recounts her experiences with her abusive stepfather John Meehan, who tried to kill her in a parking garage. Despite the traumatic experiences, Terra shares her story to inform other possible victims of similar predators. She shares insi...

WHAT’S GOING TO KILL YOU WORST AND FIRST? Understanding School Safety and Emergency Response This episode of Stop the Killing features Chris Joffe, author and the CEO of Joffe Emergency Services, an organization that makes communities safer by providing training and emergency concrete responses for schools in about 34 states. His book, ALL CLEAR, gives important lessons from a decade of managing c...

SWATTING THE NEW THREAT  S4E34 Katherine and Sarah discuss the issue of swatting, a criminal harassment tactic of tricking an emergency service into sending a response team to another person's address. Katherine and Sarah discuss how swatting has evolved over the years, moving from school bomb-threat pranks to a more dangerous, sophisticated level, potentially orchestrated internationally. They al...

PRAGUE’S CHARLES UNIVERSITY SHOOTING  Responding to Tragedy: The Prague University Shooting  In this episode of 'Stop the Killing', Katherine Schweit discusses a recent terrible shooting tragedy at a university in Prague which resulted in the death of 14 people and injuring a couple of dozens. She shares updates on the incident including the background of the 24 year-old shooter, who had legally a...

TAKING LIBERTIES In this episode, our speakers direct attention to a controversy at a highly reputed educational institution, LIBERTY UNIVERSITY.  Liberty University has been found to have repeatedly violated the Clery Act by failing to report crimes and warn the campus community about safety threats. So how safe is your school and how can you find out? WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferris...

S4E32 - I DON'T LIKE MONDAYS In this episode of Stop the Killing, we delve deep into one of America's darkest days with N. Leigh Hunt, author of "I Don't Like Mondays". This is an exploration of the first modern American school shooting, which happened on January 29, 1979, at Grover Cleveland Elementary School in San Diego, California. **Key Highlights:** 1. Leigh explains the infamous case, its c...

KIDNAPPING - EVERY PARENT'S NIGHTMARE  In the quiet tranquility of a state park, a seemingly innocent bike ride turned into a parent's worst nightmare. This gripping story unravels the shocking kidnapping of a nine-year-old girl, highlighting the power of community, unwavering determination, and the importance of vigilance. A family enjoying a camping trip suddenly found themselves in a state of p...

OVERALL DYSFUNCTION - VIRGINIA BEACH REPORT   Welcome to the Stop the Killing podcast, where we look into the findings of the Virginia Beach shooting report. On May 31, 2019, a disgruntled employee walked into his workplace and opened fire, killing 12 and injuring 4. There are some unbelievable findings that will leave you floored. Here are some key takeaways from our review: The Virginia Beach sh...

THE AVERTED SCHOOL SHOOTING In this episode of Stop the Killing, we interview an assistant principal who had to put everything she had learned about grievance collectors, leakage, and effective threat assessment protocols into action when an 11-year-old student with access to guns and a plan to start shooting at school was identified by her threat assessment team. We discuss the importance of reco...

FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY, MORE THAN CRIMINAL PROFILING In this episode of Stop the Killing, we are joined by Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh, the hosts of the LA Not So Confidential podcast. As forensic psychologists currently working in the criminal justice system, they have a unique perspective on true crime. We discuss the varied career paths that psychologists can take in law enforcement, which go beyond...

FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGISTS ON SEX OFFENDERS Trigger Warning: This episode contains a discussion about sex offenders that may be triggering for some listeners. In this interview, Sarah Ferris talks to Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh from the L.A. Not So Confidential Podcast. They discuss their career paths and their work within the sex offender prison population. Due to the sensitive nature of the topic, this...

S4E26 SCOTTISH MURDERS PODCAST INTERVIEW WITH KATHERINE  Part 2  This week is part 2 of Katherine's interview for the Scottish Murders podcast with Host Dawn.  Not only do you get a different perspective, but you also get an episode with a gorgeous Scottish accent! Thanks to Dawn for sharing the audio with us. Click the links below to subscribe to her Podcast and to our YouTube channel @sarahferri...

S4E25 SCOTTISH MURDERS PODCAST INTERVIEW WITH KATHERINE  Part 1  This week is part 1 of Katherine's interview for the Scottish Murders podcast with Host Dawn.  Not only do you get a different perspective you also get an episode with the gorgeous Scottish accent! Thanks to Dawn for sharing the audio with us. Click the links below to subscribe to her Podcast and to our Youtube channel @sarahferrisme...

UPDATE LEWISTON, MAINE SHOOTING  In this bonus episode of Stop the Killing, we provide an update on the mass shooting that occurred in Lewiston, Maine on October 25, 2023.  WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrismedia  And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT  HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS TO SUBSCRIBE OR SUPPORT US: Patreon.com/stopthekilling  Message us on instagram...

LEWISTON, MAINE - ACTIVE MANHUNT   Join Katherine in a bonus episode of Stop the Killing as she provides an update on the current state of the manhunt in Lewiston, Maine. In between TV interviews, Katherine shares the latest confirmed number of dead and injured but specifies that those numbers may change as the investigation into the shooting unfolds. WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrisme...

Could This Be the Last Episode Ever of Stop the Killing? In this episode of Stop the Killing, Sarah Ferris and Katherine Schweit received an Instagram message that left them speechless and choked with emotion. For them, it feels like four seasons have all come to this point, here... today. Tune in to find out just why this could be the last episode. WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrismedi...

YOU DON'T OWN ME WITH LUCY FROM DIP IN AND OUT PODCAST In this episode of Stop the Killing, we discuss the topic of domestic abuse and its connection to mass shootings. Our guest, Lucy from You Don't Own Me website and the Dip in and Out podcast, shares her insights on how to spot a perpetrator of domestic abuse, how to support those out of Domestic Abuse, and what red flags to look for. We also t...

Oxford School Shooting Update  In this bonus episode of Stop the Killing, we will be discussing the latest update on the tragic shooting that took place at Oxford High School in Michigan on November 30, 2021. The shooter, a 15-year-old student, killed four students and injured several others before being detained by police. We will be discussing the timeline of events, the aftermath of the shootin...

CHEAT SHEET - YOU’RE WELCOME! Join hosts Katherine and Sarah as they take a nostalgic journey through their favorite episodes of Stop the Killing podcast. Whether you're a new listener or a long-time fan, this episode serves as the ultimate cheat sheet to the most captivating stories of true crime and the insider's perspective on some of the world's worst mass shootings. Don't miss out on this eng...

S4B25 MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY LOCKDOWN In this bonus episode of Stop the Killing, we discuss the recent shooting on the Morgan State University campus in Baltimore and the question of whether it is reasonable to have a lockdown on a university or school when we don't have one on the streets. We examine the events that led to the shooting and the response of the university and law enforcement. Tune...

SURVIVING PARKLAND  Join us for a special episode of Stop the Killing podcast as we welcome Elizabeth Stout, a survivor of the Parkland High School shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas. Elizabeth is also the host of the new podcast "Trigger Therapy," where she shares her experiences and insights on surviving a school shooting. In this episode, Elizabeth lays bare what it really is like to "survive...

THE REAL MANHUNTER - COLIN SUTTON PART 2 Unmasking Serial Killers: The Cases of Levi Bellfield and the Night Stalker Join us as we delve into the chilling cases of Levi Bellfield and the Night Stalker with retired Detective Chief Inspector, Colin Sutton. Discover the investigative process, challenges faced, and the relentless pursuit of justice in these high-profile serial killer cases. Don't miss...

THE REAL MANHUNTER - COLIN SUTTON  In this episode of Stop the Killing podcast, we have a very special guest, retired Metropolitan SIO Colin Sutton. Sutton is famed for solving the Levi Bellfield and Night Stalker cases in London, and for being portrayed by Martin Clunes in the TV dramatization of his career manhunt. In this episode, Sutton opens up to Katherine and Sarah about his most impactful...