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Topic: Intimate partner homicide

Intimate partner homicide refers to the killing of an intimate partner, such as a spouse, dating partner, or family member, often stemming from a history of domestic violence and abuse.

More on: Intimate partner homicide

The podcast episodes provided focus on cases of intimate partner homicide, where the perpetrator is a current or former partner of the victim.

In the first episode, Louise Ellis was murdered by her partner Brett Morgan, who had a history of criminal behavior. The second episode recounts how Megan Rose Hyatt's boyfriend Rush Wilson murdered their infant twins and her father before attempting to kill her and committing suicide. These episodes highlight the tragic consequences of domestic violence escalating to lethal violence.

The podcast episodes provide real-world examples of the dynamics and risk factors associated with intimate partner homicide, which is a critical social issue needing greater awareness and prevention efforts.

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