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Stop the Killing

Evergreen Podcasts & Sarah Ferris Media

Exploring the Darkest Corners of Violence Prevention and Survival: Join Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI"s Active Shooter Program, and award-winning true-crime producer Sarah Ferris in Stop the Killing, the true-crime podcast that doesn’t just document tragedy but empowers listeners with the tools to prevent it. This series masterfully blends deep dives into infamous mass shootings, high-stakes FBI cases, and real-world survivor stories with expert analysis and practical safety strategies

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All Episodes

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S4E36 SURVIVING DIRTY JOHN WITH TERRA NEWELL PT. 2

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2024/01/18

SURVIVING DIRTY JOHN WITH TERRA NEWELL Part 2 Survivor Terra Newell: Part Two - Fighting Back and The Journey to Recovery In this episode, we continue our interview with Terra Newell, a survivor of her stepfather, John Meehan, popularly known as 'Dirty John' in podcasts and TV documentaries. Terra gives a gripping account of her harrowing survival from John's attack with a knife, revealing how she managed to defend herself and end up killing John in self-defense. She later ruminates about the

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S4E35 SURVIVING DIRTY JOHN WITH TERRA NEWELL Part 1

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2024/01/11

SURVIVING DIRTY JOHN WITH TERRA NEWELL In this episode of 'Stop the Killing', Sarah and Katherine interview Terra Newell, a survivor of “Dirty John” Meehan. Terra recounts her experiences with her abusive stepfather John Meehan, who tried to kill her in a parking garage. Despite the traumatic experiences, Terra shares her story to inform other possible victims of similar predators. She shares insights into how John used manipulation and control to isolate her mother from their family. Terra

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41:52

S4B28 WHAT'S GOING TO KILL YOU WORST AND FIRST?

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2024/01/09

WHAT’S GOING TO KILL YOU WORST AND FIRST? Understanding School Safety and Emergency Response This episode of Stop the Killing features Chris Joffe, author and the CEO of Joffe Emergency Services, an organization that makes communities safer by providing training and emergency concrete responses for schools in about 34 states. His book, ALL CLEAR, gives important lessons from a decade of managing crises in schools. He shares insights into the headspace of parents, students, and staff in emergencies

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S4E34 SWATTING THE NEW THREAT

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2024/01/04

SWATTING THE NEW THREAT S4E34 Katherine and Sarah discuss the issue of swatting, a criminal harassment tactic of tricking an emergency service into sending a response team to another person's address. Katherine and Sarah discuss how swatting has evolved over the years, moving from school bomb-threat pranks to a more dangerous, sophisticated level, potentially orchestrated internationally. They also highlight how swatting creates a climate of fear and affects perceptions of school safety. The

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S4B29 PRAGUE'S CHARLES UNIVERSITY SHOOTING

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2024/01/02

PRAGUE’S CHARLES UNIVERSITY SHOOTING Responding to Tragedy: The Prague University Shooting In this episode of 'Stop the Killing', Katherine Schweit discusses a recent terrible shooting tragedy at a university in Prague which resulted in the death of 14 people and injuring a couple of dozens. She shares updates on the incident including the background of the 24 year-old shooter, who had legally acquired guns and was linked to another shooting incident a few days prior. The Czech Republic’s gun laws

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S4E33 TAKING LIBERTIES

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2023/12/28

TAKING LIBERTIES In this episode, our speakers direct attention to a controversy at a highly reputed educational institution, LIBERTY UNIVERSITY. Liberty University has been found to have repeatedly violated the Clery Act by failing to report crimes and warn the campus community about safety threats. So how safe is your school and how can you find out? WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrismedia And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS

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S4E32 I DON'T LIKE MONDAYS

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2023/12/21

S4E32 - I DON'T LIKE MONDAYS In this episode of Stop the Killing, we delve deep into one of America's darkest days with N. Leigh Hunt, author of "I Don't Like Mondays". This is an exploration of the first modern American school shooting, which happened on January 29, 1979, at Grover Cleveland Elementary School in San Diego, California. **Key Highlights:** 1. Leigh explains the infamous case, its context, and why it has an enduring impact on the American psyche. 2. He shares insights into the then

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S4E31 KIDNAPPING - EVERY PARENT'S NIGHTMARE

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2023/12/14

KIDNAPPING - EVERY PARENT'S NIGHTMARE In the quiet tranquility of a state park, a seemingly innocent bike ride turned into a parent's worst nightmare. This gripping story unravels the shocking kidnapping of a nine-year-old girl, highlighting the power of community, unwavering determination, and the importance of vigilance. A family enjoying a camping trip suddenly found themselves in a state of panic when their daughter failed to return from a solitary bike ride. Within minutes, realization

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25:26

S4E30 OVERALL DYSFUNCTION - VIRGINIA BEACH REPORT

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2023/12/07

OVERALL DYSFUNCTION - VIRGINIA BEACH REPORT Welcome to the Stop the Killing podcast, where we look into the findings of the Virginia Beach shooting report. On May 31, 2019, a disgruntled employee walked into his workplace and opened fire, killing 12 and injuring 4. There are some unbelievable findings that will leave you floored. Here are some key takeaways from our review: The Virginia Beach shooting was a devastating incident that changed the lives of many families in the city1. The shooter

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45:25

S4E29 THE AVERTED SCHOOL SHOOTING

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2023/11/30

THE AVERTED SCHOOL SHOOTING In this episode of Stop the Killing, we interview an assistant principal who had to put everything she had learned about grievance collectors, leakage, and effective threat assessment protocols into action when an 11-year-old student with access to guns and a plan to start shooting at school was identified by her threat assessment team. We discuss the importance of recognizing the signs of leakage and the power of effective threat assessment protocols in preventing school

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46:50

S4E28 FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY: NOT JUST CRIMINAL PROFILING

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2023/11/23

FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY, MORE THAN CRIMINAL PROFILING In this episode of Stop the Killing, we are joined by Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh, the hosts of the LA Not So Confidential podcast. As forensic psychologists currently working in the criminal justice system, they have a unique perspective on true crime. We discuss the varied career paths that psychologists can take in law enforcement, which go beyond just criminal profiling. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating work that forensic psychologists

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S4E27 FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGIST ON SEX OFFENDERS

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2023/11/16

FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGISTS ON SEX OFFENDERS Trigger Warning: This episode contains a discussion about sex offenders that may be triggering for some listeners. In this interview, Sarah Ferris talks to Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh from the L.A. Not So Confidential Podcast. They discuss their career paths and their work within the sex offender prison population. Due to the sensitive nature of the topic, this episode has been split into two parts. If you feel you do not need to hear a discussion about sex

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44:25

S4E26 SCOTTISH MURDERS PART 2

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2023/11/09

S4E26 SCOTTISH MURDERS PODCAST INTERVIEW WITH KATHERINE Part 2 This week is part 2 of Katherine's interview for the Scottish Murders podcast with Host Dawn. Not only do you get a different perspective, but you also get an episode with a gorgeous Scottish accent! Thanks to Dawn for sharing the audio with us. Click the links below to subscribe to her Podcast and to our YouTube channel @sarahferrismedia PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHECK OUT SCOTTISH MURDERS PODCAST HERE TUNE IN TO FIND OUT Aou

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S4E25 SCOTTISH MURDERS PART 1

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2023/11/02

S4E25 SCOTTISH MURDERS PODCAST INTERVIEW WITH KATHERINE Part 1 This week is part 1 of Katherine's interview for the Scottish Murders podcast with Host Dawn. Not only do you get a different perspective you also get an episode with the gorgeous Scottish accent! Thanks to Dawn for sharing the audio with us. Click the links below to subscribe to her Podcast and to our Youtube channel @sarahferrismedia PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHECK OUT SCOTTISH MURDERS PODCAST HERE TUNE IN TO FIND OUT Aou are

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S4B27 UPDATE LEWISTON, MAINE MASS SHOOTING

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2023/10/30

UPDATE LEWISTON, MAINE SHOOTING In this bonus episode of Stop the Killing, we provide an update on the mass shooting that occurred in Lewiston, Maine on October 25, 2023. WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrismedia And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS TO SUBSCRIBE OR SUPPORT US: Patreon.com/stopthekilling Message us on instagram : @conmunitypodcast @stopthekillingstories And for all things Katherine Schweit including where you

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S4B26 LEWISTON, MAINE - ACTIVE MANHUNT

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2023/10/26

LEWISTON, MAINE - ACTIVE MANHUNT Join Katherine in a bonus episode of Stop the Killing as she provides an update on the current state of the manhunt in Lewiston, Maine. In between TV interviews, Katherine shares the latest confirmed number of dead and injured but specifies that those numbers may change as the investigation into the shooting unfolds. WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrismedia And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS TO

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S4E24 STOPPED A KILLING!

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2023/10/26

Could This Be the Last Episode Ever of Stop the Killing? In this episode of Stop the Killing, Sarah Ferris and Katherine Schweit received an Instagram message that left them speechless and choked with emotion. For them, it feels like four seasons have all come to this point, here... today. Tune in to find out just why this could be the last episode. WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE @sarahferrismedia And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS TO

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S4E23 YOU DON'T OWN ME

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2023/10/19

YOU DON'T OWN ME WITH LUCY FROM DIP IN AND OUT PODCAST In this episode of Stop the Killing, we discuss the topic of domestic abuse and its connection to mass shootings. Our guest, Lucy from You Don't Own Me website and the Dip in and Out podcast, shares her insights on how to spot a perpetrator of domestic abuse, how to support those out of Domestic Abuse, and what red flags to look for. We also talk about the resources available on Lucy's website to help support victims of domestic abuse. Listen

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S4B26 OXFORD TRIAL UPDATE

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2023/10/18

Oxford School Shooting Update In this bonus episode of Stop the Killing, we will be discussing the latest update on the tragic shooting that took place at Oxford High School in Michigan on November 30, 2021. The shooter, a 15-year-old student, killed four students and injured several others before being detained by police. We will be discussing the timeline of events, the aftermath of the shooting, and the legal proceedings that have followed. WANT THE VIDEOS HEAD TO YOUTUBE

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36:46

S4E22 CHEAT SHEET!

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2023/10/12

CHEAT SHEET - YOU’RE WELCOME! Join hosts Katherine and Sarah as they take a nostalgic journey through their favorite episodes of Stop the Killing podcast. Whether you're a new listener or a long-time fan, this episode serves as the ultimate cheat sheet to the most captivating stories of true crime and the insider's perspective on some of the world's worst mass shootings. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative trip down memory lane! Plus, check out the video versions of the episodes on

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