The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour

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At The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour Podcast we do things a little differently. While other crime podcasts examine cases, we examine the “mechanics” behind criminal and antisocial behaviour. While cases will certainly be discussed, these will not be the central focus of our show. Rather than talking about what someone did, we will tell you why. Our audience is therefore anyone who is interested in a deep-dive into why criminals and victims do what they do. So join our hosts, Criminologist Dr. Wayne Petherick and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Grant Sinnamon for our weekly episodes. You can become a podcast patron by going to http://psychcrim.podbean.com and clicking the Become a Patron button.

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Episode 34 The Lucifer Effect

Oct 13 2024 57 mins  
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the Lucifer Effect which considers why good people can end up doing bad things.

Episode 33 Criminal Couples

Oct 08 2024 49 mins  
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about criminal couples such as Fred and Rose West and the infamous Bonnie and Clyde.

Episode 32 Expert Testimony

Sep 29 2024 43 mins  
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss expert testimony, including a few of the problems with its use.

Episode 31 Eyewitness Testimony

Sep 14 2024 38 mins  
In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about eyewitness testimony. While relied upon regularly by the courts, it would appear that eyewitness testimony is potentially problematic owing to things like memory corruption and bias.

Episode 30 Scammers and Fraudsters

Sep 07 2024 45 mins  
In our 30th episode Wayne and Grant discuss scammers - why they do what they do and how they rationalise their behaviour.

Episode 29 Faulty Forensics: Comparative Bullet Lead Analysis

Sep 01 2024 36 mins  
In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the faulty forensics of Comparative Bullet Lead Analysis (CBLA) which involves matching fired projectiles at a crime scene to those found in the possession of a suspect.

Episode 28 Who Killed Sarah Brown?

Aug 22 2024 49 mins  
Welcome to a special edition of our podcast, where we’re joined by a notable guest, Graeme Crowley. Graeme is a former Queensland Police Detective and private investigator who now runs his own podcast. After months of discussions, we’re excited to bring this episode to you, centered on a fascinating case Graeme has been investigating. Hosted by Wayne and Grant, this episode ta

Episode 27 Psychopathology and Crime

Aug 15 2024 40 mins  
**SEO-Optimized Summary:** In this episode of ”The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour” podcast, hosts Wayne and Grant delve into the vast and complex topic of Psychopathology and its connection to crime and antisocial behavior. This subject is particularly significant for Grant, who, as a Clinical Psychologist, has a deep professional interest in the intersection

Episode 26 Youth Sexual Offending

Aug 09 2024 40 mins  
In Episode 26 of “The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour Podcast,” hosts Wayne and Grant tackle the sensitive and under-researched topic of Child or Youth Sex Offending. Despite its discomforting nature, the discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding youth sexual offending, not just in isolation, but also in relation to predicting potential future behavi

Episode 25 Early Life Experience and Trauma

Aug 01 2024 44 mins  
Early Life Experiences and Forensic Science Failures: An Episode Overview Welcome to another engaging episode of The Psychology of Criminal and Antisocial Behaviour Podcast, hosted by criminologist Wayne Petherick and clinical psychologist Dr. Grant Sinnamon. This episode delves into the profound impact of early life experiences and traumas on criminal and antisocial behaviour, al