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Motive & Method

Xanthe Mallett and Tim Watson-Munro

Motive & Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join Dr Xanthe Mallett and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders behind some of history’s most notorious cases tick, and also react and unpack crimes as they hit the headlines. You will also hear from victim survivors, investigators and advocates for change analysing motive, and method.

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31:21

The fatal Dynamics of Unchecked Coercive Control

Motive & Method ·

2024/03/18

Welcome back to another episode of Motive and Method. On this weeks episode Tim and Xanthe explore the case of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. We look at the details surrounding the case, look into the profile of the accused, and what can be done to prevent such acts happening in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:36

The Case Of Missing Victorian Women: Samantha Murphy

Motive & Method ·

2024/03/11

Welcome to another gripping instalment of Motive and Method. In this week's episode, we delve into the headline-grabbing case of Samantha Murthy, a Victorian woman who vanished after embarking on a routine jog in her hometown of Ballarat.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram.Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:35

The Case Of Missing Victorian Women: Samantha Murphy

Motive & Method ·

2024/03/11

Welcome to another gripping instalment of Motive and Method. In this week's episode, we delve into the headline-grabbing case of Samantha Murthy, a Victorian woman who vanished after embarking on a routine jog in her hometown of Ballarat.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram. Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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27:32

Motive & Method 2023 | Cases Wrapped

Motive & Method ·

2023/12/21

In the final episode of Motive & Method for 2023, Tim and Xanthe wrap up the biggest cases from the year and discuss what's on the horizon in 2024.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram. Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:32

Motive & Method 2023 | Cases Wrapped

Motive & Method ·

2023/12/21

In the final episode of Motive & Method for 2023, Tim and Xanthe wrap up the biggest cases from the year and discuss what's on the horizon in 2024.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram.Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:26

The Murder of Lilie James

Motive & Method ·

2023/12/03

In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe analyse the murder of Lilie James, a 22 year old woman who was found dead at St Andrew's Cathedral School in Sydney while working as a coach following a 5 week relationship with colleague Paul Thijssen.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram.Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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27:26

The Murder of Lilie James

Motive & Method ·

2023/12/03

In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe analyse the murder of Lilie James, a 22 year old woman who was found dead at St Andrew's Cathedral School in Sydney while working as a coach following a 5 week relationship with colleague Paul Thijssen. Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram. Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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54:12

An Update on Erin Patterson

Motive & Method ·

2023/11/16

In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe provide an update on the case of Erin Patterson, the 49-year-old mum, who is charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram.Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55:12

An Update on Erin Patterson

Motive & Method ·

2023/11/16

In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe provide an update on the case of Erin Patterson, the 49-year-old mum, who is charged with multiple counts of murder and attempted murder. Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram. Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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32:45

Corporate Fraudsters & Boardroom Psychopaths | How...

Motive & Method ·

2023/09/21

Following the abrupt departure of now former-CEO Alan Joyce from QANTAS amidst suspected allegations of insider trading, Tim & Xanthe take a deep dive into the exploring psychology of corporate fraudsters in high-profile positions within white collar industries. Tim also shares his experience as the psychologist for Alan Bond: an Australian businessman who became infamous for orchestrating one of the country's largest corporate frauds in the 1980s, eventually leading to his conviction and

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31:46

Corporate Fraudsters & Boardroom Psychopaths | How...

Motive & Method ·

2023/09/21

Following the abrupt departure of now former-CEO Alan Joyce from QANTAS amidst suspected allegations of insider trading, Tim & Xanthe take a deep dive into the exploring psychology of corporate fraudsters in high-profile positions within white collar industries.Tim also shares his experience as the psychologist for Alan Bond: an Australian businessman who became infamous for orchestrating one of the country's largest corporate frauds in the 1980s, eventually leading to his conviction and

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24:37

Mysterious Mushroom Deaths at a Dinner Party...

Motive & Method ·

2023/09/14

On this week's episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe investigate the circumstances surrounding the mysterious deaths of three people who died of death cap mushroom poisoning after a dinner party in Victoria.Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram.Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:36

Mysterious Mushroom Deaths at a Dinner Party...

Motive & Method ·

2023/09/14

On this week's episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe investigate the circumstances surrounding the mysterious deaths of three people who died of death cap mushroom poisoning after a dinner party in Victoria. Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram. Motive & Method is an MIK Made Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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54:14

The Psychology of Baby Serial Killer Lucy Letby

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/29

SPECIAL BROADCAST: The Psychology of Baby Serial Killer Lucy LetbyOn today’s episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe explore the psychology behind Lucy Letby, a British nurse who has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering seven babies and attempting to kill six others in a neonatal ward in the English city of Chester.Read Xanthe's article on The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/access-and-attention-why-serial-killers-like-lucy-letby-often-work-in-healthcare-212105See Tim on

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55:14

The Psychology of Baby Serial Killer Lucy Letby

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/29

SPECIAL BROADCAST: The Psychology of Baby Serial Killer Lucy Letby On today’s episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe explore the psychology behind Lucy Letby, a British nurse who has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering seven babies and attempting to kill six others in a neonatal ward in the English city of Chester. Read Xanthe's article on The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/access-and-attention-why-serial-killers-like-lucy-letby-often-work-in-healthcare-212105 See Tim on

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33:15

Targetting Society’s Most Vulnerable | The Rise of...

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/16

On today’s episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe explore the psychology behind who is most vulnerable to being targeted by a cult, the rise of social media as a tool for cult recruitment & how new forms of cults in both political & religious spheres are manifesting around the world and online and casting lasting impacts on some of society’s most vulnerable. Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram. Motive & Method is an MIK Made

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32:15

Targetting Society’s Most Vulnerable | The Rise of...

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/16

On today’s episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe explore the psychology behind who is most vulnerable to being targeted by a cult, the rise of social media as a tool for cult recruitment & how new forms of cults in both political & religious spheres are manifesting around the world and online and casting lasting impacts on some of society’s most vulnerable. Want to get involved in the community? Follow Motive & Method @motiveandmethod on Instagram.Motive & Method is an MIK

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57:42

Inside Australia’s Dangerous Hippie Cult | Illegal...

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/10

Anne Hamilton Byrne was a former yoga instructor who deludedly believed herself to be the reincarnation of Christ. Under her malevolent influence, up to 28 children were subjected to a nightmarish existence. Their hair was bleached and cropped uniformly, while they endured beatings and even were administered LSD. The cult would be later publicly referred to as "The Family" where many of the child victims continue to bear lifelong psychological scars. But what are perplexing motivations that

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56:43

Inside Australia’s Dangerous Hippie Cult | Illegal...

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/10

Anne Hamilton Byrne was a former yoga instructor who deludedly believed herself to be the reincarnation of Christ. Under her malevolent influence, up to 28 children were subjected to a nightmarish existence. Their hair was bleached and cropped uniformly, while they endured beatings and even were administered LSD.The cult would be later publicly referred to as "The Family" where many of the child victims continue to bear lifelong psychological scars. But what are perplexing motivations that drive

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27:24

What are the Impacts of Unsolved Murder Cases on...

Motive & Method ·

2023/08/02

In this episode, Tim & Xanthe take a deep dive to explore the psychological, emotional toll that unsolved homicides play on immediate family members. Following the murder of her father in the early 2000s, Madison Mcghee has spent the better part of the last five years investigating her father’s mysterious death. Does taking matters into your own hand help family members of victims cope & allow them to resolve past traumas or does this come with its own consequences? Who can you turn to when the

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