First responders have nothing to do with cleaning up a residence or business after a murder. Who does it, then? What are the risks to a property owner to do it themselves? What is the usual cost to have it professionally done? Are there federal laws that apply? Why is special equipment needed and why? How long can it take? Listen as we discuss these and other questions from the owner of a crime scene cleanup company. For more information see my book What Now? Navigating the Aftermath of Homicide...
Sep 15, 2021•40 min
"Why is this murder investigation taking so long?!" It's a frequent question voiced by homicide survivors. This episode is but one example of why it can take years to get a case on the dockets. Uncovering, processing and entering evidence into legal proceedings is daunting - not to mention frustrating by those waiting for some kind of resolution. Meet Anita Zannin from A-Z Forensics. Ms. Zannin’s unique background and experience has proven invaluable in assisting counsel as both a non-testifying...
Sep 01, 2021•41 min
Most homicide survivors focus on the emotional dimensions of their situation (such as anxiety or depression, and lowered concentration). But paying attention to the physical aftermath is equally important (such as insomnia, teeth grinding, headaches and stomach aches). Our guest, Tracy Lowry, R.N. discusses the importance and reasons behind this dimension of trauma as well as some strategies for dealing with it.
Aug 18, 2021•51 min
What is the psychological and social impact of murder on the person who kills? What is "perpetration-induced traumatic stress?" Listen in as Clark Frederick discusses his murder of Sheriff Dennis Pegg in Stillwater, New Jersey. Learn about the "four Ls" of homicide, brain circuitry responses to killing and a woman's reaction on a 911 call when she reluctantly shoots an intruder. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Wrongful convictions of innocent defendants happen more often than you would think - to people from all walks of life. Many spend decades behind bars and find they cannot restore their lives once exonerated. This episode explains how this tragic miscarriage of justice happened to a teenager from New York and held him in error for 16 years. For information about my books and other information please visit my website: https://www.jancantyphd.com/
Jul 21, 2021•58 min
Women and girls tugged into the sex industry are the most frequently and easily killed people anywhere on the face of the earth. Why do they remain unseen by us even though we pass them daily? What people and companies profit from them? How do they become involved in this netherworld in the first place? What prevents them from leaving? Why is grief absent for fellow sex workers who die in "the life"? Meet Sariah Hastings who survived 20 years in the sex industry, being sold dozens of times acros...
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 4 min
We're taught the justice system gets it right and only the guilty are convicted - especially when a confession is given. But a closer inspection reveals the fallacy in this. Meet Jeff Deskovic who served 16 years for a murder he never committed and the tactics behind pinning the crime on him. Also learn about some parallels between convicting the innocent and surviving a homicide.
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Acquiring PTSD from serving in a combat zone surprises no one. Master Sergeant Jayson Miller has seen more than his share of violent death and now carries the disruptive aftershocks within him. Please join us to discover how the domino effect of murder impacts our men and women in uniform, as we delve deeper into PTSD- and the inherent challenge this brings when reentering civilian life. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Detective John Toppenberg worked major crimes for many years in Colorado. The last eleven focused on homicide. How has his work impacted him? What are his views of the relatives of homicide victims? What does he have to say about district attorneys, the disappointing statistics on resolving cold cases, unsolved crimes and victim impact statements? Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
May 26, 2021•37 min
When Charlene Flynn was only 4 she tried to awaken her 12-year-old brother, Patrick. Much to her shock, she discovered he was deceased. Her mother was later convicted. Charlene's life went into a tailspin. She was placed in different foster care homes, group homes, and psychiatric hospitals prior to living with relatives. But Charlene was determined to overcome her past and live up to her potential. Listen as this remarkable young woman (now a mother herself) explains how she did just that. For ...
May 12, 2021•47 min
Dr. Melton had "hit the sweet spot" in her marriage to Sonny. They were building a home together and thoroughly enjoyed country music. Listen as she describes the evening of October 1, 2017 when they attended the Route 91 festival along with 22,000 others. It would end like no other concert in the United States and claim the life of her husband and best friend. For information about my books and other information please visit my website: https://www.jancantyphd.com/...
Apr 28, 2021•45 min
Anissa Perry learned, at the funeral of her spouse, that two pregnant mourners at the ceremony were her newly deceased husband's girlfriends. Anissa not only lost her spouse, but her vision of him. Moreover, she was the last to know... She experienced "conflicted grief." This is a common but unspoken condition where the mourner has some relief alongside grief. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Apr 14, 2021•49 min
Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) are no stranger to homicides. This and other crimes take their toll on those who aid us in our time of need. The stress can be overwhelming, especially when the LEO has other pressures and a lack of supervisory support. Nick Ruggerio explains the origins of his mission to change this. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Mar 31, 2021•57 min
Tara Myers lost her brother and sister to separate homicides in Sells, Arizona. She and her loved ones have been marginalized in life and her siblings have been marginalized in death. Here she describes her uphill battle with turning away from alcohol and finding some relief from her grief. Much too little is published about the high and disproportionate victimization of Indigenous people in North America. It has given birth to the MMIW movement. Listen as Tara describes her all-too-familiar exp...
Mar 17, 2021•44 min
Kay Wilson was hiking in the forest in Jerusalem with her hiking partner, Christine. They were attacked by two machete-wielding terrorists. Kay was left for dead. Her friend was murdered before Kay's eyes. How did she even crawl to safety? How did she physicallyl survive? How did she spiritually survive? How did she become an advocate and peacemaker? Please listen in to this remarkable woman's survival journey (who hates to be called a hero). My website is: https://www.jancantyphd.com...
Mar 03, 2021•58 min
Ever wonder what demands were placed on staff servicing the Pulse Nightclub when the mass casualty occurred? What about the homicide survivors who poured in following the news (many of whom did not speak English?) Listen in as Roxy explains this from the view from the inside. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Feb 17, 2021•40 min
Joel Morales found himself in a tsunami of pressing needs while serving as the Director of Pulse Nightclub the night the massacre struck. Listen as he describes his journey into fulfilling that role, as well as the demands placed on him once the news broke. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Feb 03, 2021•47 min
Mark Bando received the heart-wrenching news that his son, Christopher "Drew" Leinonen was fatally shot ten times at the Pulse Nightclub. Fatigue and sadness are evident in his voice even now - years later.
Jan 20, 2021•29 min
The Pulse Nightclub tragedy of June 12, 2016... No doubt you remember it. Orlando Florida was the epicenter of a terrible mass casualty that left a scar in the SoDo community, many broken hearts, and stories of bravery in its wake. This episode, Part One, offers a timeline of events. Part Two will be a discussion with the director of The Center LGBTQ+. Part Three will be an interview with a worker who assisted with the immediate needs of the loved ones and the wounded. Part Four will be an inter...
Jan 06, 2021•27 min
What were the common themes contained in various interviews over 2020? What were the pearls of wisdom offered by our guests? To round out Season One let us look back through time and cherry-pick some important points. (The next episode will be in January and will kick off with a mini-series on the Pulse Nightclub Massacre.) Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Dec 09, 2020•55 min
Detective Cloyd Steiger not only made resolving homicides his career - but he made it his mission in life. Listen as Detective Steiger of the Seattle Homicide Division describes his work and the importance that survivors place in his mind. For information about my books and other information please visit my website: https://www.jancantyphd.com/
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr 1 min
What are some essentials for a family to know when they enter the court to get justice for the murder of their loved one? What is the role of a victim advocate? Are the terms "plea bargain" and "nolo contendere" familiar? Why do so many DA's opt for a plea bargain? What is the role of the homicide survivor in court? Listen as Kenya Tyson, a criminal attorney, clears up these and other questions. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com
Nov 11, 2020•55 min
Listen as Dan Yearick describes his devoted and careful efforts to assist homicide survivor Ryan Hadley heal from the brutal murder of Ryan's parents at the hands of his younger brother who celebrated his bloodshed with a two-day party while his deceased parents were nearby. Ryan and Dan collaborated on their book "A Thousand Fireflies: Living in the Aftermath of My Parents' Murders." Ryan is the essence of a survivor in every sense of the word. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd...
Oct 28, 2020•50 min
How will the murderous actions of your relative impact you? The generation after you? Would you rather be a homicide survivor or the relative of someone who committed homicide? To find out, listen to the portrayals of Adam Lanza (Sandy Hook), Lois Robinson, Danyall White, Nader Hassan (Ft. Hood) and Kerri Rawson (BTK serial murderer) recount the fallout on them when their family member did the unspeakable.
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 5 min
When we think about those who grieve a violent death, family members come to mind. But, what about first responders? This episode illustrates why some "calls" haunt the rescuer for decades. Listen in as retired EMT Bob Waters recalls a fateful highway crash with host Jan Canty and his gallant but thwarted efforts to save a surviving parent of two small boys.
Sep 30, 2020•51 min
Sarama Keum-Sun, a young and talented writer speaks from her heart about how the unexpected and grisly murder of her sister and mother changed her thinking forever.
Sep 16, 2020•45 min
When gregarious, 19-year-old Chad set off from his rural home in the Pacific Northwest to find his future in Phoenix no one could have predicted the deadly outcome. Missing for two weeks, his family was determined to find him. Hear his sister's painful recollection of Chad's senseless murder on the 30th anniversary of the tragedy, how she carries the loss in her heart and her feelings about the impending prison release of the perpetrators. Please visit my webpage at https://www.jancantyphd.com...
Sep 02, 2020•47 min
Amy Oneill did not know she and fellow athletes were running toward bombs as they approached the finish line at the Boston Marathon. Three innocent lives were lost. This episode bears witness to the impact of mass homicide in places once considered sanctuaries.
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Imagine being a thousand miles away from your little grandson when you learn of his murder by a man he barely knew, then having to relay this to your son (his father) followed by an acquaintance asking why you didn't stop it. Kristen Bell allows us to accompany her on a grievous journey she never imagined taking - nor having the strength to endure - and how the State of Utah failed Christopher.
Aug 05, 2020•53 min
In this second half of the discussion, thanatologist Juliet Ruiz talks candidly about how working with the subject of death impacts her own views of mourning, how to approach the family member who is closed down, what it might mean when someone won't stop talking about a death, something called "meaning making," integrated grief, the special loss of a sibling, how grieving can be seen as a gift because it spares the one we lost from going through it, conflicted grief, her reaction to murder-as-e...
Jul 22, 2020•43 min
