Stepping into the dark corridors of the human psyche, we confront the daunting reality of family annihilations, where those meant to protect become the perpetrators of ultimate betrayal. As I weave through my master's studies, the weight of understanding coercive control and its link to intimate partner homicide bears heavily on this episode. We honour the victims, not just as statistics, but as individuals whose stories demand to be heard and remembered.
Harnessing the power of research and the heartfelt words from those left behind, we seek to comprehend the incomprehensible. The discussion delves into the motivations of men like Robert Mochrie and John List, whose twisted sense of control and masculinity led them down a path of destruction, forever altering the course of many lives. In giving voice to the sorrow and strength of the families affected, we reaffirm our commitment to keeping the memory of the lost alive. Through this exploration, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of these tragedies, their underlying causes, and the importance of ongoing research and dialogue to prevent future losses. Join us as we navigate these turbulent waters, in the hope of shining a light on the darkness that is family annihilation.
This episode is dedicated to the 37 women and children who lost their lives too soon at the hands of someone who should have loved and protected them the most:
Shannan Watts, Bella, CeCe and Nico Watts, Hannah Clarke, Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey Clarke, Catherine Mochrie, Bethan, Luke, Sian, and James Mochrie, Jill Bluestone, Henry and Chandler, Jessica and Jack Bluestone, Claire and Charlotte Hart, Helen, Patricia, Frederick, John Frederick and Alma List, Megan, Alek, Tyler and Zoe Todt, Teresa, Katherine, James and Karen Crawford, Emma and Letti Pattison, Julia and Will Pemberton and Laci and Conner Peterson.
Information and support
· Samaritans UK Contact Us | Samaritans
· National Domestic Violence Helpline UK 0808 2000 247
· Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) Home - AAFDA
· Women’s Aid www.womensaid.org.uk
· Mental health support USA I'm looking for mental health help for myself | Mental Health America (mhanational.org)
· Domestic abuse helpline USA 1.800.799.SAFE Domestic Violence Support | National Domestic Violence Hotline (thehotline.org)
References
My sister was killed at Epsom College. These are my letters to her (thetimes.co.uk)
Monckton Smith, Jane. (2021). In Control: Dangerous Relationships and How They End in Murder. London: Bloomsbury.
Credits
Hosted and created by Clare Laxton @ladylaxton
Produced by: Clare Laxton
https://killerinthefamilypodcast.buzzsprout.com
Music by Tom Box and from Pixabay.
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