36 episodes

Welcome to Motherhood is Murder, a podcast where we explore criminal cases and the lessons we can learn from them. I am your host, Valerie Kacian. I am a mom of three who has been on the quest to understand the criminal mind for longer than I can remember. I have noticed that behind each crime there is not only a story that can be told, but something to be learned. This podcast is designed to provide you with both. Each Tuesday, we will discuss a case, as well as steps that can be taken to build awareness surrounding the issues presented in the case.

Motherhood is Murder Valerie Kacian

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Welcome to Motherhood is Murder, a podcast where we explore criminal cases and the lessons we can learn from them. I am your host, Valerie Kacian. I am a mom of three who has been on the quest to understand the criminal mind for longer than I can remember. I have noticed that behind each crime there is not only a story that can be told, but something to be learned. This podcast is designed to provide you with both. Each Tuesday, we will discuss a case, as well as steps that can be taken to build awareness surrounding the issues presented in the case.

    Ep 34: Smuttynose Murders Part 2 / Antisocial Personality Disorder

    Ep 34: Smuttynose Murders Part 2 / Antisocial Personality Disorder

    Welcome to episode 34. We dive into the aftermath of the Smuttynose murders, the trial of Louis Wagner, theories, modern interpretations, and a discussion on antisocial personality disorder. There is lots to explore here!SOURCES:https://www.seacoastnh.com/why-louis-wagner-was-smuttynose-slayer/?showall=1#:~:text=Maren%20Hontvet%20went%20berserk%3F,Wagner%20was%20the%20guilty%20man. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/antisocial-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353928...

    • 49 min
    Ep 33: The Smuttynose Murders Part One

    Ep 33: The Smuttynose Murders Part One

    We are back! I am excited to bring you a historical two-parter for the month of December. We take it back to 1873 on a cold evening in March on an island far away from everyone else off the coast of Portsmouth, NH. Here a family of a fisherman were brutally murdered one evening. The facts of the case of dismal and shocking. Part One covers a brief history of Smuttynose Island on the Isle of Shoals, family history, and the events that took place the evening of the murders. Sources:https:/...

    • 37 min
    Motherhood is Murder Returns December 5

    Motherhood is Murder Returns December 5

    Hi All! After a bit of a hiatus, we are returning on Tuesday, December 5. I am excited to offer you a 2-part episode exploring The Smuttynose Murders. What happened, why are we still fascinated by this case today, and what does that say about us then and now. See you all then!Support for Motherhood is Murder is so greatly appreciated!Website: https://motherhoodismurder.weebly.com/ Patreon: http://patreon.com/motherhoodismurderFacebook: http://facebook.com/motherhoodismurderInstagram: @motherh...

    • 1 min
    Ep 32: Halloween Special

    Ep 32: Halloween Special

    Welcome to Motherhood is Murder 1st Annual Halloween Special. This week we will break format (once again!) to explore three lesser-known stories of New England lore. I will also share a scary story from my childhood that is a lesson in be care what you wish (or ask) for. Have a happy & safe Halloween season! Stories:Headless Skeleton of Swampton (RI)Haunted Blood Forest of Lancaster (MA)Dover Devil (MA)Will You Visit Me Tonight? (Personal story, MA)No episode next week! We'll be back...

    • 45 min
    Ep 31: Spooky, Scary Hauntings with Shirley Jackson / Bonus Missing Persons Case

    Ep 31: Spooky, Scary Hauntings with Shirley Jackson / Bonus Missing Persons Case

    Hi All! This time around I am trying out a new format with an unscripted episode. Our featured author is the every spooky Shirley Jackson whose works have scared the pants off of readers in the 1940's. We'll also cover a missing persons case that happened in the small college town in VT where Shirley lived and wrote. SOURCES:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shirley_Jackson https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paula_Jean_Welden Support for Motherhood is Murder is so greatly appreciated!We...

    • 41 min
    Ep 30: The "King" of Horror

    Ep 30: The "King" of Horror

    This week we continue our exploration of Spooky Authors for October. This prolific author has created an array of horror pieces all of which have hit the publication charts and many of which have been adapted for movies and TV shows. Born in Maine, Stephen King has created worlds that have entertained and truly frightening millions. This week we explore his life, history, works and process. Enjoy!SOURCES:https://stephenking.com/index.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_King Su...

    • 31 min

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Very soothing voice, well-researched facts about the cases and also covers such an important topic! Breakup Violence is something that I myself (a 22 year old) only recently learned about. More teens and parents need to be informed about this, glad that this podcast shines a line on it!

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