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Women and Crime

Women and Crime

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 Two Criminologists cover a new female-focused case each episode. You’ll hear the stories of these women, paired with the science that tells you where it all went wrong. We’ll explore the causes of female crime, victimology, the legal system, as well as celebrate heroines who have left their mark on the criminal justice system. Dr Meghan Sacks and Dr Amy Shlosberg are both Professors of Criminology at Fairleigh Dickinson University. Both have years of first-hand experience working with offenders and professionals in the criminal justice system. They teach classes covering topics such as: Women & Crime, Race & Crime, Criminology, and Serial Killers.Cloud10 Science Social Sciences True Crime
Episodes
  • W&C Reconsidered: Crystal Gail Mangum

    W&C Reconsidered: Crystal Gail Mangum
    Jun 27 2025
    Ep 253: Reconsidered: 15 - Crystal Gail Mangum Original Airdate: 04/28/20 A domestic incident led to the stabbing of 46-year-old Reginald Day in the spring of 2011 by his live in girlfriend at the time but his attacker was more than your average citizen in this North Carolina city. His girlfriend was someone whose past was known by every person living in Durham, North Carolina. Would they hold her past against her in this case though? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Sources for Today's Episode: Television show “Fatal Attraction” An episode of Snapped NBC news The News & Observer Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Tracyraquel Berns

    Tracyraquel Berns
    Jun 24 2025
    Ep 252: A woman spends years searching for answers to her baby brother’s death, but the reports will send her hunting for a deeper truth. This is the Tracyraquel Burns story. Sources for Today's Episode: The Documentary “Burden of Guilt” Sandlin v. State (2001) appeal transcript Tampa Bay Times Sponsors: (thanks for using our promo codes, it really does help the show!) TaskRabbit - Tackle your to-do list today and get 15% off your first task at TASKRABBIT.com or on the Taskrabbit app using promo code WAC. Taskrabbit—book trusted help for home tasks. Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Audio Editor, Jose Alfonzo Script Editor, Abagail Belcastro Music by Dessert Media Get Even More Women&Crime Episodes: • Patreon - Ad-free shows starting at $2 a month, or upgrade for $5 a month to get a new extra episode every month, as well as exclusive virtual HappyHours with Meg & Amy. Check-out other tiers for perks such as lectures, true crime book club, and more! Visit our Patreon page for more info: https://www.patreon.com/womenandcrime • Apple Subscriptions - Exclusive episodes and ad-free regular stories are now available through Apple’s podcast app for only $4.99 a month, or save with an annual membership. • YouTube Memberships - Exclusive episode available on YouTube for only $4.99 a month. https://www.youtube.com/@WomenandCrime/membership Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • W&C Reconsidered: Natalee Holloway

    W&C Reconsidered: Natalee Holloway
    Jun 20 2025
    Ep 251: Reconsidered: 14 - Natalee Holloway Original Airdate: 04/21/20 In May 2005, shortly after graduating with honors, 18 Year old Natalee Holloway joined over 100 of her classmates on a senior class trip to Aruba. On the last night of the trip Natalee and several friends were out partying and Natalee left with a man she had met a few days prior. No one seemed concerned until Natalee missed her flight home and her passport and packed luggage were found in her hotel room. Where was Natalee? Women & Crime: Reconsidered is where we revisit our episode catalog and bring new insights, behind the scenes or updates. Sources for Today's Episode: The Holloway files ABC's 20/20 Fox News Oxygen's The Disapearance of Natalee Holloway Credits: Written and Hosted by Amy Shlosberg and Meghan Sacks Produced by James Varga Music by Dessert Media Help is Available: If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, or a victim of domestic, or other violence, there are many organizations that can offer support or help you in your specific situation. For direct links to these organizations please visit https://womenandcrimepodcast.com/resources/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins

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