193 episodes

Two Criminologists cover a new female-focused case each episode. You’ll hear the stories of these women, paired with the science that tells you where it all went wrong. We’ll explore the causes of female crime, victimology, the legal system, as well as celebrate heroines who have left their mark on the criminal justice system.
Dr Meghan Sacks and Dr Amy Shlosberg are both Professors of Criminology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Both have years of first-hand experience working with offenders and professionals in the criminal justice system. They teach classes covering topics such as: Women & Crime, Race & Crime, Criminology, and Serial Killers.

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Two Criminologists cover a new female-focused case each episode. You’ll hear the stories of these women, paired with the science that tells you where it all went wrong. We’ll explore the causes of female crime, victimology, the legal system, as well as celebrate heroines who have left their mark on the criminal justice system.
Dr Meghan Sacks and Dr Amy Shlosberg are both Professors of Criminology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Both have years of first-hand experience working with offenders and professionals in the criminal justice system. They teach classes covering topics such as: Women & Crime, Race & Crime, Criminology, and Serial Killers.

Listen on Apple Podcasts
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    Introducing subscriber-exclusive episodes

    Introducing subscriber-exclusive episodes

    Starting this month, we’ll be adding over 30 subscriber-exclusive episodes to the Women & Crime+ subscription channel.

    And each month after, we’ll bring you a new exclusive episode, available to supporters.

    --> And as our way of thanking, original supporters, we are locking-in your current subscription rate!

    We hope you enjoy the extra episodes and thanks again for listening to Women&Crime!

    Mary Shieler

    Mary Shieler

    Ep 178: A passionate love triangle leads to the murder of an innocent 22-year-old man, but in this case, nothing is what it seems
    This is the Mary Shieler story

    Sources for Today's Episode:

    The documentary “TallHotBlond”

    ABC News

    The New York Times

    The Lockport Journal


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    Credits:

    Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks

    Produced by James Varga

    Audio Editor,

    Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro

    Music by Dessert Media


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    Keywords: Catfishing
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    • 56 min
    Introducing: Moms and Mysteries

    Introducing: Moms and Mysteries

    When a member of the prominent Coors family goes missing, it’s a race against the clock to find the person who abducted him before it’s too late. 

    Listen now to the story of Adolph Coors III, on the Moms and Mysteries Podcast. 
    Find us wherever you listen to podcasts, or go to https://linktr.ee/Momsandmysteries

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    • 7 min
    Madison Russo

    Madison Russo

    Ep 177: A college student goes viral for her positive outlook on her cancer diagnosis. But an anonymous tip to the police will make her story viral for all the wrong reasons
    This is the Madison Russo story.

    Sources for Today's Episode:

    Crime online

    Fox news

    USA Today

    People

    CBS

    North Scott Press


    Credits:

    Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks

    Produced by James Varga

    Audio Editor, Seiler Burr

    Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro

    Music by Dessert Media


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    The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!
    You can also support the show through the following ways:

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    Twitter: https://twitter.com/WomenAndCrime


    Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime


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    If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation.
    For direct links to these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/



    Keywords: Maddie Russo, Pancreatic Cancer, Faker, Scamanda, Sarah Jane Kavanaugh, Belle Gibson
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    • 44 min
    Jordan Turpin

    Jordan Turpin

    Ep 176: A teenage girl sneaks out of her bedroom window in the middle of the night and calls 911. What law enforcement finds behind the front door is a house of horrors
    This is the Jordan Turpin story.

    Sources for Today's Episode:

    20/20 Special with Diane Sawyer

    Investigative Discovery Crime Feed

    New York Post

    CBS News

    Business Insider


    Credits:

    Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks

    Produced by James Varga

    Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo

    Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro

    Music by Dessert Media



    Show your Support:
    The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!
    You can also support the show through the following ways:

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    Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/womenandcrime


    Twitter: https://twitter.com/WomenAndCrime



    Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime



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    Help is Available:
    If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation.
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    • 46 min
    Mekayla Bali

    Mekayla Bali

    Ep 175: After a young girl seemingly vanishes into thin air, would her social media history provide any clues as to her whereabouts?
    Eight years after this young girl seemingly vanished into thin air, are police any closer to finding her?
    This is the Mekayla Bali story.

    Sources for Today's Episode:

    https://www.bringmekaylabalihome.com

    Saskatchewan Gazette

    CBC news

    Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers

    CTV News

    Global News

    Sakstoday.ca


    Credits:

    Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks

    Produced & Edited by James Varga

    Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro

    Music by Dessert Media



    Show your Support:
    The easiest way you can support us is by leaving a review, telling your friends, sharing on social media or by sending us a note. We love to hear from our audience!
    You can also support the show through the following ways:

    Follow Us on Social:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/womenandcrime


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenandcrimepodcast/


    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@womenandcrime


    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenandcrime


    Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/womenandcrime


    Twitter: https://twitter.com/WomenAndCrime


    Patron - ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade to get an extra episode every month, exclusive AMAs with the hosts, lecture series on criminal justice, our true crime book club, and more! Check out our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime


    Apple Subscriptions - Ad-free shows are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $1.99 a month.

    Merchandise - For T-shirts, Hoodies, notebooks, stickers and mugs check out: https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com/merch



    Help is Available:
    If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation.
    For direct links to these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/

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    • 49 min

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