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Stop the Killing

Stop the Killing

By: Evergreen Podcasts & Sarah Ferris Media
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 Exploring the Darkest Corners of Violence Prevention and Survival: Join Katherine Schweit, former head of the FBI's Active Shooter Program, and award-winning true-crime producer Sarah Ferris in Stop the Killing, the true-crime podcast that doesn’t just document tragedy but empowers listeners with the tools to prevent it. This series masterfully blends deep dives into infamous mass shootings, high-stakes FBI cases, and real-world survivor stories with expert analysis and practical safety strategies. Schweit—who led the first government study on mass shootings after Sandy Hook—delivers powerful insights, while Ferris transforms each episode into a gripping, unforgettable journey. Together, they equip listeners to recognize warning signs, understand preventative strategies, and become "upstanders" in the face of violence. In Season 5, meet heroes, advocates, and experts whose stories demand action—from Parkland parents who turned grief into advocacy, to Chris Hansen of To Catch a Predator - each story a call to action in America's ongoing fight against gun violence. Stop the Killing isn’t just a podcast; it’s an indispensable guide to saving lives.509981 Social Sciences True Crime
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  • S6E4 School Shootings Start Long Before the Gun — Here’s How to Stop Them

    S6E4 School Shootings Start Long Before the Gun — Here’s How to Stop Them
    Mar 26 2026
    What if preventing school shootings has far less to do with reacting… and everything to do with what happens long before? In this powerful episode of Stop the Killing, Katherine Schweit is joined by leading researchers from the University of Michigan Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention and the National Center for School Safety to unpack what the data actually tells us about stopping violence before it starts. This isn’t about headlines.This is about evidence, prevention, and what really works. Dr. Brianna Scott — Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Michigan Dr. Elyse Thulin — Research Assistant Professor, University of Michigan Dr. Sarah M. Stilwell — Researcher in Educational Psychology, University of Michigan Why school shootings are the end of a long chain of missed warning signs The role of anonymous reporting systems in preventing harm How school culture, belonging, and connection reduce violence risk The three critical environments: physical, social, and attentive Why most youth access to firearms comes from familiar homes And how early intervention can stop escalation before it becomes tragedy School shootings don’t begin with a weapon.They begin with missed opportunities to intervene earlier. Here are the resources mentioned in this episode — all worth exploring: Youth Empowerment Solutions (YES) Program (free curriculum download):👉 https://yes.sph.umich.edu/ ERPO Toolkit (Extreme Risk Protection Orders):👉 https://firearminjury.umich.edu/erpo-toolkit/ Secure Firearm Storage Toolkit:👉 https://firearminjury.umich.edu/safe-firearm-storage-toolkit-home/ National Center for School Safety:👉 https://www.nc2s.org/ Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention:👉 https://firearminjury.umich.edu/ Comprehensive School Safety Model:👉 https://www.nc2s.org/resource/a-positive-youth-development-approach-to-school-safety/ You don’t need to be an expert to prevent violence. 👉 Notice the signs👉 Speak up👉 Stay connected Because one action — one conversation — can change everything. National Center for School Safetyhttps://www.nc2s.org University of Michigan Institute for Firearm Injury Preventionhttps://firearminjury.umich.edu Relevant Resources and Links: Support us on Patreon for exclusive content and early access to episodes. Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. More insights from Katherine Schweit: Katherine Schweit.. Website: Sarah Ferris Media Email: conningthecon@yahoo.com Share: If you found this episode insightful, share it with someone who might benefit from it and join the conversation on social media. RESOURCES Stop the Bleed training FBI RUN, HIDE, FIGHT This is a Sarah Ferris Media production on the Killer Podcasts Network.Check out more Sarah Ferris Media productions: CONmunity podcast KLOOGHLESS - THE LONG CON GUILTY GREENIE THE BRAVERY ACADEMY WATCHING TWO DETECTIVES Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • ⚠️ How many lives can Red Flag Laws actually save?

    ⚠️ How many lives can Red Flag Laws actually save?
    Mar 20 2026
    ⚠️ How many lives can Red Flag Laws actually save? A six-state study looked at how Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) are used to prevent violence and suicide. The finding was striking. For roughly every 13–18 ERPOs issued… one life was saved. Most often by preventing firearm suicide during a crisis moment. It’s still early research, but the evidence is increasingly clear:temporarily removing access to a gun during a crisis can reduce deaths. 🎙 We break down the research and how these laws work in the latest episode of Stop the Killing. Supporters can listen right now on Patreon👉 Patreon.com/stopthekilling Or listen on Apple Podcasts — simply click the link in the app. Because understanding the warning signs — and the tools that exist — could save lives. #StopTheKilling #RedFlagLaws #GunViolencePrevention #SchoolSafety #MassShootingPrevention #TrueCrimePodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Red Flag Laws Explained: Can ERPOs Stop School Shootings?

    Red Flag Laws Explained: Can ERPOs Stop School Shootings?
    Mar 19 2026
    ⚠️ Could a simple legal tool stop violence before it happens? Research into Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) — often called Red Flag Laws — is showing promising results. In states like Connecticut and Indiana, firearm suicides dropped 14% and 7.5% after these laws were introduced. Another multi-state study found that for roughly every 13–18 ERPOs issued, one life was saved. It’s early research — but the evidence is growing that temporarily removing access to firearms during a crisis can reduce deaths. 🎙 This conversation and the research behind it is explored in the latest episode of Stop the Killing. Supporters can listen right now on Patreon👉 Patreon.com/stopthekilling Or listen on Apple Podcasts — simply click the link in the app. Because understanding the warning signs — and the tools that exist — could save lives. #StopTheKilling #SchoolSafety #RedFlagLaws #GunViolencePrevention #TrueCrimePodcast #MassShootingPrevention Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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