Episode 9: Selena Roth: The Advocate The Wounds That Do Not Heal podcast

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The youngest of nine, Selena was a force of nature—a talented violinist, star athlete, and dedicated military intelligence analyst.

But behind her achievements lay a dark secret: a troubled marriage marked by manipulation and control. Just weeks after advocating for victims of domestic violence, Selena became a victim herself.
This disturbing look at domestic violence in the military makes you think: How did a woman so full of life fall prey to such a tragic fate?
This episode paints a full picture of Selena—not just as a victim, but as a cherished sister, friend, and mother whose life was tragically cut short.
What You’ll Learn:

Who is Selena Roth?
Selena's military career and family.
Her relationship with Raul Hernandez Perez.
Why coercive control is the top predictor of an abuser killing their victim.
Patterns leading up to Selena’s death.
The aftermath and advocacy.

Ideas Worth Sharing:

“If you're looking for signs of abuse in a marriage, very often the abuser is so talented at hiding their instability and abusive side that you have to look more at the spouse to see changes in them.” - Tressa Brady
“Statistically, physical violence is not the top predictor of whether or not an abuser will kill their victim, but rather, being coercively controlling is the top predictor.” - Tressa Brady
"When you’re dealing with the repercussions of any disagreements with an abuser, you bend and compromise yourself to keep them from getting angry.” Tressa Brady

Resources
Podcast: “True Crime Date Night”

Hosted by: Married couple KC Witzens (audio engineer) and wife Nicole Friday (True Crime Expert).
Guest Expert: Erin Roth (Selena’s older sister)

Facebook Memorial Page:

Media Article:

Hawaii-based soldier gets 62 years in prison for bludgeoning wife to death | Stars and Stripes by WYATT OLSON STARS AND STRIPES • September 15, 2021

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