Motive & Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join criminologist Xanthe Mallett and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders tick behind some of history’s most notorious cases. This show will provide insights from two minds who have worked within the legal justice system for decades. You will also hear from victim survivors of some of these crimes, investigators who were directly involved in cases, and advocates for change who sh ...
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Henry Keogh and the murder that never was
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In 1994 Henry Keogh was found guilty of the murder of his fiancée, Anna-Jane Cheney, and was sentenced to 26 years in prison. Henry’s conviction was overturned in 2014, when it was determined that Anna-Jane had died as the result of a tragic accident – she drowned in the bath whilst home alone. This is the sad case of a death that was misclassified…
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From Bali to Brazil, The Life of a Crime Reporter with Ashlea Hansen
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Ashlea Hansen is a familiar face to everyone interested in true crime, as she has spent over 15 years reporting on some of Australia’s biggest cases; including Malcolm Naden’s capture in 2012 and William Tyrell’s disappearance in 2014. Her career has resulted in Ashlea finding herself in some unusual, sad, frightening, uplifting, and sometimes funn…
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Melissa Downes and Jess Lodge – The Ultimate Sacrifice
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When Gareth, Nathaniel and Stacey Train shot and killed two police officers and their neighbour at their remote property at Wieambilla in December 2022, the country was shocked. What could motivate these three people to plan and carry out such premeditated violence? As the days unfolded, and we heard about the lives of the killers, their motives gr…
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Ben Avery – Just Married: The Anthea Bradshaw Mystery
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It’s April 1994, and Anthea Bradshaw has just married her high school sweetheart, Jeff Hall, before embarking on what she believed was her new adventure, a life with Jeff in Brunei, South East Asia. But just 96 days later, Anthea would be found brutally murdered half a world away – and who killed her remains a mystery. On this episode, we delve int…
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Retail Crime is on the Rise – Why you should care
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We’ve all seen some very scary footage recently of youth gangs targeting stores, stealing goods at knife point. The impression is that armed retail theft is on the rise, and data backs up that that is true. We’re also seeing more organised retail theft – much of it is technology enabled scams. What are the drivers for retail crime? Who are the offe…
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Sunday 7th July saw a father accused of the murder of three young children, and the attempted murder of four others plus their mother, in Sydney’s west. The case shocked the nation, but fire is a weapon that has become more common for murderers. This week we talk through the psychology of someone who would use fire as a weapon of murder, in an atte…
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Derek Bromley: A case that blows our minds
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Tim and I have seen many miscarriages of justice in our collective time, but none shock us more than the case of Derek Bromley, who along with John Karpany, were jailed in 1985 for the murder of Stephen Docoza, whose body was found in Adelaide’s River Torrens in 1984. However, the evidence used to convict them is wholly unsound, as you will here. B…
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Whistleblowers: Assange, McBride, and the bigger picture...
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The last few days has been full of news and imagery of Julian Assange returning to Australia after 5 years in a British prison for breaching the US Espionage Act. Assange had faced decades of incarceration in a US prison, until a plea deal was agreed with US prosecutors. This week we talk about Assange, but broaden that out to look at other whistle…
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On this week's episode of Motive & Method, Tim and Xanthe unpack the case of Greg Lynn & provide an update, post-court proceedings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Xanthe Mallett and Tim Watson-Munro
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When children kill – what causes some sons to kill their mothers
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Matricide – or the murder of a mother by their child – is an uncommon form of murder. However, unlike many homicides, history tells us a lot about the types of people who commit this crime. Data suggests men the most likely offenders, and that untreated schizophrenia together with an unhealthy parent/child relationship can be contributing factors. …
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Misogyny, AI deep fakes, and the links to organised crime
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We have all seen the horrendous accounts of harm against women, often caused by men they know. But where does this come from? In this episode, we talk about where misogyny stems from, the harm it is causing our kids, how AI is being used to cause further trauma, and how we can try to change the narrative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…
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The Interface Between Social Media and Youth Crime
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We have recently seen a spate of knife crimes perpetrated by young people. This has included the Sydney stabbing at the church, knife violence between young people, and a 10-year-old girl stabbed to death, allegedly by her 17-year-old sister. In this episode, we discuss the link between young people, crime, and social media. Learn more about your a…
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On this special episode of Motive& Method, Tim & Xanthe go into the weekend tragic events that unfolded in the Sydney suburb of Bondi Junction where Queensland man Joel Cauchi has been named as the man who killed five women and one man at the Bondi Junction shopping centre during a horrific mass stabbing on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choice…
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In part 2 of the Keli Lane special we speak to Dr Michele Ruiters from the Bridge of Hope Innocence Initiative at RMIT. We did record this before Keli's parole verdict was handed down, but she offers key insights into Keli's case, the thousands of hours she has applied to the case, her involvement in trying to prove Keli's innocence and Michele's w…
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On this weeks episode of Motive and Method Tim and Xanthe discuss the events around a whistleblowing doctor revealing allegations of secret illicit drug tests conducted to enable AFL players to avoid detection on game days, the federal MP Andrew Wilkie has told parliament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudi…
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On this special episode of Motive & Method Tim and Xanthe revisit an interview they did with Allison Langdon and talk through the Keli Lane case. Keli Lane has today, been denied parole under 'no body, no parole' law Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The fatal Dynamics of Unchecked Coercive Control
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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/adchoic…
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The Case Of Missing Victorian Women: Samantha Murphy
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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…
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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 See…
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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. Mot…
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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 …
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Corporate Fraudsters & Boardroom Psychopaths | How Alan Bond Feigned Brain Damage During Bankruptcy Trials
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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 busines…
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Mysterious Mushroom Deaths at a Dinner Party Investigated | The Case of Erin Patterson
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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. L…
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The Psychology of Baby Serial Killer Lucy Letby
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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 articl…
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Targetting Society’s Most Vulnerable | The Rise of Neonazism, Evangelical Kenyan Starvation Cults & tik Tok Cults
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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…
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Inside Australia’s Dangerous Hippie Cult | Illegal Adoptions & Forced LSD
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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 re…
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What are the Impacts of Unsolved Murder Cases on Family Members?
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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 ha…
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Investigating my Father’s Cold Case | Madison Mcghee’s Story
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Madison Mcghee was only a child when her father was shot in the doorway of her family home but has spent the past five years investigating her father’s cold case and has taken her on an ongoing quest for new evidence to unravel the truth around the mystery of her father’s death. What are the lasting impacts on the family members of unsolved murder …
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Reduce the Crime Rate, Address the Trauma | Russell Manser’s Advocacy
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This is part two of our conversation with ex-bank robber turned advocate Russell Manser. In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe talk to Russell about his experience of institutionalised abuse in boys homes & the prison system and deep dive into his work to alleviate the trauma for other prisoners. Find out more about Russell’s work “The V…
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From Robbing Banks & Stealing Cars to Helping Other Prisoners | Russell Manser’s Story
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Russell Manser is a man who went from stealing cars and robbing banks and spent the better part of his life behind bars in a number of maximum security prisons & boys homes. Today, in his 50s, he is an advocate who helps other prisoners after jail around ongoing issues of institutional sex abuse in prison through his advocacy group “The Voice of a …
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Welcome to Part 2 of our “Ask an Expert” deep dive with Tim & Xanthe. Throughout the last season, you had many questions about our work and who we are. Today, we deep dive on everything from the role of humour in working in the criminal justice system, coping strategies for dealing with the long term impacts of being a psychologist & more. Want to …
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Throughout the last season, you had many questions about our work and who we are - what it means to be a criminal psychologist / criminologist - and that’s what we’ll be doing today. We want to answer all your burning questions in part one of our “Ask an Expert” deep dive. Want to ask Tim & Xanthe a question? Get involved and follow Motive & Method…
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Addressing Wrongful Convictions in the Justice System
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In 2003, Kathleen Folbigg was convicted for the murder of her children and has since spent 20 years in prison for crimes she did not commit. In recent weeks, Kathleen has been pardoned, leaving lasting impacts and questions on how the system may mistreat victims of violence & instead convict them of perpetrators. In this episode, Tim and Xanthe ask…
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Justice for Kathleen Folbigg | Pardoned After 20 Years Imprisonment
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This week on Motive & Method is a very special interview with Tracy Chapman, the best friend of Kathleen Folbigg - a woman who has been released from prison following a 20 year long wrongful conviction. We were lucky enough to speak with Tracy a few weeks ago , the story has developed since then, but believe now more than ever, that we need to shed…
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In this week’s episode of Motive & Method Tim & Xanthe take a deep dive into the state of the prison system in Australia today. They discuss how the current prison system is currently organised, how those who have been through the prison system are treated by the public & media when they get out, why certain crimes are weighted differently and expl…
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“Successful Psychopaths” | Sexuality & Victimhood Used As a Tool for Power & Murder
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Black Widows are a term used to describe the actions of female psychopaths who use their sexuality to prey on weak & vulnerable men and can ultimately lead to murder. In this episode, Tim & Xanthe deep dive on the psychology of black widows, the role of victimhood and sexuality as a tool for dominance & explore the idea of “successful psychopathy” …
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Female Psychopathy & Black Widows | The Case of Michelle Burgess
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What are the differences between male & female psychopaths? And how can sexuality be used as a tool for murder? In this week’s episode, Tim & Xanthe deep dive into the psychology of female psychopaths, commonly referred to as “Black Widows”. They speak with author & journalist Derek Pedley, author of “Dead by Friday”, to unpick the case of Michelle…
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From Jail to Stand Up Comedy | Andrew Hamilton’s Life After Prison
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Andrew Hamilton was jailed for four months for the large commercial supply of magic mushrooms and LSD less than 2 years ago. He could have faced life behind bars. Today, he is a stand up comedian who shares his story of his time in jail and rehabilitation with crowds in comedy clubs all across the country. In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim an…
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Why does the Catholic Church have a Child Sex Abuse Problem?
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Why is child sex abuse in the Catholic Church so rampant? Can we define the difference between child sex abuse and institutional child sex abuse? And are paedophiles drawn to the Catholic Church or does the system itself create the ideal climate for abuse? Those are just some of the questions Tim and Xanthe explore in this week's episode of Motive …
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Bindoon Boys Town & The Catholic Church | Peter Gogarty’s Story
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So why is child sex abuse in the Catholic Church so rampant? In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe take a look at the Bindoon Boys Town, a re-homing program and an isolated institution run by the Christian Brothers, a catholic order. Bindoon Boys Town that took in as many as 130 000 young boys from around the world under the wing of the …
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Who is the “Ideal Victim”? | Conscious Bias in the Police Force & Media
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Why do we know some victims' names and not others? In this episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe explore how conscious bias is enacted in the justice system and serves to protect some groups of people, while others are left more vulnerable. If the victim is seen as totally innocent, criminologists describe them as the “ideal victim”, which in tu…
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Gary Jubelin - Unsolved Missing Children Investigation & Who Do We Turn To When We Can’t Trust The Police?
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Warning: This episode contains the stories of First Nations Australians who have since passed. What value is attached to a human life and how much do we sympathise with victims comes down to how much we can relate to them? And who does the legal system serve to protect in crimes largest cases and who does it neglect? On today’s episode of Motive & …
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Red Flags & Warning Signs - Domestic Violence & Coercive Control Explained
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This week, Tim & Xanthe take a look at how domestic violence & coercive control manifests in toxic relationships. They examine the red flags and patterns of behaviours that exist in these relationships, provide profiles of both the perpetrator & victims & explore both top down and bottom up approaches to instigating change from within the legal jus…
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‘A Moment of Madness’ or Premeditated Murder? | Helen Cumming’s Story
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What are the common personality traits of individuals who murder their spouses? Can we identify the patterns of coercively controlling relationships before they manifest into their furthest extremity? In the first episode of Motive & Method, Tim & Xanthe share the stories of two women whose lives are affected by domestic violence and coercive contr…
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Join criminologist Xanthe Mallet and criminal psychologist Tim Watson Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders tick behind some of history’s most notorious cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Xanthe Mallett and Tim Watson-Munro
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