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Ever wonder if your kids have it in them to be a killer? It's okay, we've all had the thought once or twice. And if you're willing to admit that, you'll love How Not to Raise a Serial Killer.
On this podcast, criminal psychologist Dr. Michelle Ward digs into the childhoods of some of the most notorious criminals and killers in order to learn from them and prevent future tragedies. Dr. Ward will use her expertise to determine what went wrong with each killer (a brain injury, an undiagnosed illness, a specific trauma) with the help of a fellow mom/non-expert who can weigh in about their own taboo parenting fears. Because on our better days as parents, we want to know how to raise good humans. But on our worst days, we at least want to know that we're not raising a future serial killer.

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Ever wonder if your kids have it in them to be a killer? It's okay, we've all had the thought once or twice. And if you're willing to admit that, you'll love How Not to Raise a Serial Killer.
On this podcast, criminal psychologist Dr. Michelle Ward digs into the childhoods of some of the most notorious criminals and killers in order to learn from them and prevent future tragedies. Dr. Ward will use her expertise to determine what went wrong with each killer (a brain injury, an undiagnosed illness, a specific trauma) with the help of a fellow mom/non-expert who can weigh in about their own taboo parenting fears. Because on our better days as parents, we want to know how to raise good humans. But on our worst days, we at least want to know that we're not raising a future serial killer.

    “Serial Killer Session” with Dr. Michelle Ward | Lipstick & Lies Ep. 002

    “Serial Killer Session” with Dr. Michelle Ward | Lipstick & Lies Ep. 002

    In this episode of Lipstick & Lies, hosts Melissa Moore and Jami Rice speak with Criminal Psychologist, Dr. Michelle Ward. The ladies discuss everything from common misconceptions regarding serial killers to red flags people should watch out for in a romantic relationship. Dr. Michelle Ward also weighs in on the Gilgo Beach Murders case which recently had a major update with the arrest of Rex Heuermann who is suspected to be the the Long Island Serial Killer. But before diving into the dark topic of serial killers, Jami and Melissa play a game of “Would You Rather” with Dr. Ward as a warm-up to their deep dive on serial killers. 

    Follow Dr. Michelle Ward on Instagram @DrMichelleWard. 
    Crime is typically a good ol’ boys club, but sometimes the truth lies behind lipstick. 
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    • 1 hr 28 min
    Listen Now - Over My Dead Body: Gone Hunting

    Listen Now - Over My Dead Body: Gone Hunting

    When Mike Williams vanishes on a hunting trip, the authorities suspect he was eaten by alligators but the true predators who took Mike may lurk much closer to home. The mystery of Mike’s disappearance might have faded from memory, if it wasn’t for one woman’s tireless crusade. From Wondery, comes a new season of Over My Dead Body; a story about an obsessive love affair, a scandalous secret and a mother’s battle for the truth.

    Follow Over My Dead Body: Gone Hunting on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery app.
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    • 8 min
    Looks Who's Stalking Episode One Katie Socci: Stalked to Death

    Looks Who's Stalking Episode One Katie Socci: Stalked to Death

    In the inaugural episode of Look Whose Stalking, Dr. Michelle Ward talks about the stalking case of Katie Socci. Ex-boyfriend David McNamara, accused of strangling his estranged girlfriend to death, plead guilty to second-degree murder after a stalking case gone wrong.
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    • 48 min
    Introducing: Look Who's Stalking

    Introducing: Look Who's Stalking

    On Look Who's Stalking, Dr. Michelle Ward takes you through the most tragic stalking cases of our time. Ex-lovers, secret obsessions, friendships turned sour: Michelle dissects the motives of each stalker and outlines how you can spot the tell-tale signs of a potential stalker. Michelle is a neuro-criminologist who has studied and interviewed the worst criminals and predators in the world, and with this podcast, she hopes to prevent others from falling victim to crimes of obsession.
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    • 3 min
    "The Count" & Interview with Victims Family

    "The Count" & Interview with Victims Family

    This week, Michelle Ward covers a case that took the life of a young girl named Lisa Ann Mather. The killer known as “The Count” looked for young victims simply enjoying their nights out on the town in Los Angeles, CA. Michelle got the opportunity to speak with both Lisa Mather's aunt and sister, Nancy and Roz, to hear their side of the tragic story. Take a listen and hear more about the Lisa Mather case from first hand experiences with her actual family members. 

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    Follow us at @hntrask on TikTok and @hownottoraiseaserialkiller on Instagram.
    Follow Michelle on Instagram and TikTok at @drmichelleward.
    Listen to Michelle’s guest appearance on Love Before 100 on the episode Serial Killers, Dating Apps, & Dolly Parton.
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    • 57 min
    Encore Episode: Lisa Montgomery- The Only Woman on Federal Death Row

    Encore Episode: Lisa Montgomery- The Only Woman on Federal Death Row

    On this weeks episode of HNTRASK, we're re-releasing a fan favorite, where Michelle is joined by Missi and Abigail to discuss the unimaginable crimes committed by Lisa Montgomery. In 2004, Lisa and Bobby Jo Stinnett connected on social media through a dog breeding group. Under the guise of purchasing a puppy, Lisa was invited to Bobby Jo's home. After a gruesome murder and the kidnapping of an unborn child (you read that right...) Lisa became the first female prisoner to be put to death by the U.S. government since 1953. Listen to Michelle, Missi, and Abigail as they discuss Lisa's traumatic childhood, the life of crime that followed, and what can be done to prevent this.
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    • 58 min

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