Welcome back to Youth Crime Part 2, Part 3. This episode is the third installment of our comprehensive series on youth crime. We recommend listening to the previous episodes, but this one can stand alone as well. We aim to delve deep into the topic, breaking it down into digestible pieces for your convenience, whether you’re commuting, exercising, or just looking for a short, insightful listen. Understanding Hershey’s Social Bond Theory In this episode, we explore Hershey’s Social Bond...

In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of Hershey’s Social Bond Theory, focusing specifically on its four core components. By exploring these elements, we aim to provide a deeper understanding of how they apply in real-world scenarios, starting with the crucial component of attachment. The Importance of Attachment Attachment, as a fundamental aspect of Hershey’s Social Bond Theory, underscores the significance of our relationships with family and friends. It’s not merely a social...

Welcome back, everybody! We appreciate your continued support and are excited to bring you another engaging episode. Today, we delve into the topic of youth crime, specifically examining it through the concept of social control. This discussion will blend theoretical insights with practical perspectives, offering a comprehensive understanding of this complex issue. Joining me once again is my esteemed colleague, Dr. Grant Sinnamon. We have received valuable feedback from our listeners and...

“Coming to you off the back of the serial crime episode, we’re gonna talk about a related topic now for this episode. Again, something that can be a little bit fun, very interesting to talk about. Many of the listeners have probably heard something about it, if not heard a lot about it, watched a lot of TV shows, seen a couple of Netflix shows, movies where it’s covered, Silence of the Lambs, all this kind of thing. The topic is Criminal Profiling, and we’re gonna have a bit of a dive into...

Welcome back, listeners! We’re thrilled to have you join us today. Over the next few weeks, we’re excited to release a couple of new episodes that we believe will captivate your interest. We’re diving into two intriguing topics: Serial Crime and Criminal Profiling. Additionally, Grant will expand on our previous episode on Youth Crime, which has garnered immense popularity due to the sheer number of downloads. Today, however, we shift our focus to Serial Crime. This episode promises to delve...

Full Moon and Crime: An Exploration of Myths and Facts In this timely podcast episode, we delve into the intriguing topic of the full moon’s influence on human behavior, particularly crime rates. As the full moon approaches this week, it’s an opportune moment to explore this age-old belief and see if there’s any truth behind the myths. Planning the Episode The idea for this episode was inspired by a personal experience. While planning a camping trip for the upcoming weekend, I checked a...

Understanding Adult Sexual Grooming by Cult Leaders: A Critical Issue Welcome back, and thank you for joining us for another episode. Today, we delve into a significant and sensitive topic: the adult sexual grooming by cult leaders of their members. Previously, we’ve discussed both cults and adult sexual grooming separately. However, recent events have highlighted the urgent need to revisit this issue comprehensively. Recently, while considering topics for upcoming episodes, I recalled our...

Engaging Conversations on Crime: New Podcast Episodes Now Available Welcome back, listeners! We’re thrilled to announce that we’re back in the recording studio, adhering to a new schedule, and aiming to record several episodes today. Following our recent double upload yesterday, we’re excited to see the positive engagement and listenership from all of you. Your participation and feedback are incredibly valuable to us. In our podcast, we delve into the intricate world of crime, criminals, and...

In this episode Wayne and Grant touch on a few key points from our first. few episodes.

Understanding False Reports: A Critical Exploration In this episode of our podcast, we dive into the contentious and intricate issue of false reporting, particularly in the context of sexual assault cases. This topic, although controversial, is crucial for understanding the broader implications on victim support and legal processes. The Complexity of False Reports False reports can significantly impact the credibility of actual victims and the efficacy of the legal system. The challenge...

Welcome back to our podcast, ”The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour.” After a brief hiatus, we’re excited to return and delve into today’s topic: an introduction to stalking. We appreciate your patience during our break, and we’re eager to explain the reasons behind it. Brief Hiatus Explained Our brief hiatus, a term often used in the industry to indicate a short break, was necessary for several reasons. Both Grant and I had other commitments that interfered with our recording...

In this raw, unedited first episode we introduce you to our podcast hosts Dr. Wayne Petherick and Dr. Grant Sinnamon.

In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about the full moon and whether or not this has any effect on criminal behaviour.

A timely topic given recent media exposure, Wayne and Grant discuss the relationship between cults and adult sexual grooming

Wayne and Grant take a look at evolutionary theories and how they influence crime and victimisation

In this episode Wayne and Grant provide a recap of some of the main points from the first few episodes

In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about the false report.  Tins includes an introduction to motivation and the different types of false reports.

In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about stalking.  What it is, how it is defined, and how it is viewed through legislation.

This week Wayne and Grant take a dive into the topic of adult sexual grooming.  In this episode we introduce adult sexual grooming, and discuss Sinnamon's Seven Stage Model.

This episode is the second in the vulnerabilities series.

Wayne and Grant introduce vulnerabilities and how they influence criminal and antisocial behaviour.  This episode is part 1 of a multi-part series.

Wayne and Grant cover the topic of cults in this episode.  They talk about what a cult is, how they are organised, and the dangers cults present.

In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the very important and timely topic of youth crime.  Factors relating to offending will be examined in detail.

In this episode, Wayne and Grant discuss a foundational model for understanding behaviour.  This is known as the Biopsychosocial Model and encompasses the three domains of biology, psychology, and social factors.  Examples from each of these domains will be discussed in depth.