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GENERATION WHY PART 2 In this episode of Stop the Killing, we continue our crossover with Justin from the Generation Why podcast. We explore the best ways to protect yourself if you find yourself in a mass shooting. We discuss the Uvalde shooting, failed law enforcement response, and the case against the SRO at Parkland. Join us for an informative and important discussion. Don't forget to subscrib...

S4MB2 NORTH CAROLINA UNIVERSITY SHOOTING  In this special episode of the podcast, we discuss the recent shooting that took place at North Carolina University. The campus was in lockdown for hours as students and faculty members feared for their lives. The incident has sparked a renewed discussion about the "run, hide, fight" protocol that is often taught in active shooter situations. The shooting...

IF IT BLEEDS, IT LEADS WITH JUSTIN FROM GENERATION WHY? In this special crossover episode, Stop the Killing and Generation Why Podcast team up to tackle one of the most pressing questions in true crime: why do Americans have such a gun culture?  Join hosts Sarah, Katherine and Justin as they explore the roots of this phenomenon and discuss its implications for society. Don't miss this thought-prov...

The Deadly Rise of Racial Tensions In this MONDAY BONUS episode of Stop the Killing, Katherine takes the lead as co-host Sarah is out with COVID. Katherine shares her thoughts on the recent racially motivated hate crime shooting of three black people in Florida at a Dollar General store. The shooter, a white supremacist, left racist writings and used racial slurs before killing himself. This crime...

Putting 'How to Talk About Guns with Anyone' into Practice In this bonus episode of Stop the Killing, hosts Sarah Ferris and Katherine Schweit discuss Katherine's new book, "How to Talk About Guns with Anyone," which aims to provide the necessary information and tips for having sensible conversations about firearms without turning them into arguments. Join them as they delve into this important co...

IDAHO FOUR UPDATE BONUS In November 2022, four students were brutally stabbed in Moscow, Idaho, in what became known as the Idaho Four Murders. The victims were targeted in a chilling attack that shocked the community. The details of the murders will be discussed in this special bonus episode of Stop the Killing podcast, featuring retired FBI Agent Jolene Weber. Key Points to Know About the Case:...

THE NAVY YARD (Remastered) A Tragic Day in Washington D.C. In this remastered episode from way back in Series One, we revisit the tragic mass shooting that occurred at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington D.C. on September 16, 2013. A 34-year-old contractor, fatally shot 12 people and injured three others in a horrifying attack that lasted over an hour. As we continue to record incredible guest...

 Bonus Banter: Our Top Picks In this special episode of Stop the Killing, hosts Katherine Schweit and Sarah Ferris chat about their favorite bonus episodes from this season. Tune in to hear their top picks and why they found these episodes particularly compelling. Show Notes: Introduction and recap of this season's bonus episodes Hosts discuss their personal favorites and why they stood out Insigh...

L.A. NOT SO CONFIDENTIAL  S4E14 Live youtube episode In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh from the L.A. Not So Confidential podcast. We covered a lot of ground, discussing the intersections of true crime, forensic psychology, and entertainment. Listen in as we dive deep into the genre and the consumer community. Check out the L.A. Not So Confidential podcast on...

EXCLUSIVE BONUS  THE IDAHO FOUR KILLINGS  Get ready for an exclusive bonus episode of Stop the Killing with Retired FBI Agent Jodene Weber! She'll be discussing the Idaho Four murders or the King Road killings and taking us behind the headlines with her expert lens on the case. This episode is only going to be free for a week, so make sure you tune in to get up to date on the case before this week...

LIVE FROM CRIMECON LONDON This week's episode of Stop the Killing podcast was recorded live from Crime Con London in June. Originally planned to be an episode on myths and disinformation about mass shootings, Katherine had just given a talk to a full house, so they ended up taking listener questions. Tune in to hear the answers to some of the most interesting questions. For early access, ad-free e...

DOMINOES S4 EPISODE 12 -  This week's episode of Stop the Killing podcast explores four cases that are all connected because of the most jaw-dropping catalysts to pull a weapon on another human being.  What is life worth ….turns out $40?  Tune in to hear the shocking detail. And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT  HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS TO SUBSCRIBE OR SUPPORT US:...

LUNAR LUNACY HALF MOON BAY SHOOTING, CALIFORNIA 23 JANUARY 2023 In January 2023, two mass shootings occurred in two Asian communities in California within two days. The second one happened in Half Moon Bay, where seven people were killed and one was critically injured. The suspect is in custody and fully cooperating with the authorities. In this episode we will be discussing the Half Moon Bay mass...

MONTEREY PARK STAR BALLROOM SHOOTING  Season 4 Episode 10 On January 21, 2023, a mass shooting occurred at the Star Ballroom Dance Studio in Monterey Park, California. The gunman killed eleven people and injured nine others.  The age of the shooter does not fit the statistics by a long, long LONG shot. The shooting happened at about 10:22 p.m. PST (UTC-8) after an all-day Lunar New Year Festival w...

SEASON 4 E9  ECOLOGY + PSYCHOLOGY = GUN VIOLENCE SOLUTIONS with Guest Professor Marc Zimmerman In this fascinating and hope-inspiring episode of the Stop the Killing podcast, hosts Katherine and Sarah are joined by an esteemed guest, Professor Marc Zimmerman. As a leading expert in adolescent health, resiliency, and empowerment theory, Professor Zimmerman has dedicated his career to researching vi...

AURORA THEATRE MASSACRE REVISITED  WITH AURORA’S FORMER POLICE CHIEF, DANIEL OATES Stop the Killing podcast revisits the tragic shooting at Aurora Colorado Theatre that took place on July 20, 2012. Former Aurora Police Chief, Dan Oates, joins the podcast to share his experiences and insights during the incident.  During the episode, Dan recalls how shoes and ringing cellphones are seared into his...

SEASON 4 E7 COLUMBINE’S MR DEE In this episode, we are joined by the ever-inspirational Frank DeAngelis, former principal of Columbine High School. Frank shares his story of the day he was confronted by the shooters at Columbine and how he now wraps his arms around other communities when the trauma of mass shootings descends on them. You won't want to miss this powerful and emotional episode. Lear...

BOOK BANS, NOT THE ONLY DANGER… Clovis Library Shooting  SEASON 4 E6 At a time when book bans in libraries seem like the scariest threat to freedoms, we wanted to remind you that book bans are not the ONLY threats libraries face. On August 28, 2017, a mass shooting occurred at the Clovis-Carver Library, a public library in downtown Clovis, New Mexico, U.S. The gunman fatally shot two people and in...

SEXUALLY FRUSTRATED? Understanding Sexually Frustrated Mass Shooters with Professor Adam Lankford Are sexually frustrated men more likely to become mass shooters? This is the provocative question that Professor Adam Lankford, a criminologist from the University of Alabama, explores in his research. In a recent episode of the Stop the Killing podcast, hosted by Sarah and Katherine, Lankford shares...

PLYMOUTH, UK. INCEL?  August 12, 2021, will forever be etched in the minds of the people of Plymouth, UK.  On that fateful day, A lone gunman unleashed terror in the Keyham area, leaving five innocent lives, including a three-year-old girl, in his wake. The shooter, a 22-year-old male, took his own life, leaving behind a trail of devastation and heartbreak. The nation was left reeling, and as the...

SEASON 4 E3 RICHNECK ELEMENTARY SHOOTER 6 Year Old Shooter - 6 January 2023 Well, if you haven’t heard about this absolutely shocking case, you must be living in a news free utopia!  This episode we take inspiration from a couple of listener questions as we unpick how a 6 year old child in Virginia ended up shooting his Teacher. Yes SIX YEAR OLD! And we discover just how important it is to never u...

SEASON 4 E2 Serial vs Mass Killers PT.2 WITH BOB MOTTA OF DEFENSE DIARIES PODCAST  This is Part 2 in our crossover episode with Bob Motta from Defense Diaries   “Join criminal defense attorney Bob Motta as he enters the twisted mind of serial killer John Wayne Gacy through the use of 15 hours of never before heard pre-trial interviews with Gacy and his attorneys as they prepare for the trial of th...

SEASON 4 E1 Serial vs Mass Killers WITH BOB MOTTA OF DEFENSE DIARIES PODCAST  Yay! We are back with Season 4!  We are so excited to launch this season​​ with Bob Motta from Defense Diaries   “Join criminal defense attorney Bob Motta as he enters the twisted mind of serial killer John Wayne Gacy through the use of 15 hours of never before heard pre-trial interviews with Gacy and his attorneys as th...

KIDNAPPED FOR RANSOM  BONUS 27 In this week's episode of our podcast, former FBI agent Katherine Schweit shares a case that she worked on that she describes as the best day of her career.  Tune in to hear the story of an 88-year-old woman who was kidnapped for ransom and how Katherine and her team worked tirelessly to bring her home safely.  You won't want to miss this insider look at the world of...

SILENCED FOR TRYING TO SAVE LIVES Bonus 26 As the bell rang, after gym class, a Texas schoolgirl overheard a classmate whispering to another student, "Don't come to school tomorrow." The words echoed in her mind, and she couldn't shake the feeling that something was terribly wrong. What did she do? Did she report it to the authorities? And most importantly, what happened next? Join us on this epis...