What drives lone actors to carry out mass casualty attacks? And could understanding them be the key to preventing the next tragedy? This week, Forensic Psychologist Dr Nathan Brooks joins Tim & Xanthe to unpack the research in his new book -  ‘Mass Casualty: The Rise of Lone Actors’ - exposing surprising truths behind their motives and methods. From hidden warning signs to chilling case studies, he dissects what really sets these individuals apart.

What drives lone actors to carry out mass casualty attacks? And could understanding them be the key to preventing the next tragedy?&nbsp;This week, Forensic Psychologist Dr Nathan Brooks joins Tim &amp; Xanthe to unpack the research in his new book -&nbsp; &lsquo;Mass Casualty: The Rise of Lone Actors&rsquo; - exposing surprising truths behind their motives and methods. From hidden warning signs to chilling case studies, he dissects what really sets these individuals apart.

Motive & Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join Dr Xanthe Mallett and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders behind some of history’s most notorious cases tick, and also react and unpack crimes as they hit the headlines. You will also hear from victim survivors, investigators and advocates for change analysing motive, and method.

Motive &amp; Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join Dr Xanthe Mallett and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders behind some of history’s most notorious cases tick, and also react and unpack crimes as they hit the headlines. You will also hear from victim survivors, investigators and advocates for change analysing motive, and method.

Motive & Method

Motive & Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join Dr Xanthe Weston and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders behind some of history’s most notorious cases tick, and also react and unpack crimes as they hit the headlines. You will also hear from victim survivors, investigators and advocates for change analysing motive, and method.

Motive &amp; Method is an expert-led Australian true crime podcast. Join Dr Xanthe Weston and criminal psychologist Tim Watson-Munro as they unpack what really makes the offenders behind some of history&rsquo;s most notorious cases tick, and also react and unpack crimes as they hit the headlines. You will also hear from victim survivors, investigators and advocates for change analysing motive, and method.

The Rise of Lone Actors with Dr Nathan Brooks

Was an innocent man sent to the gallows in Australia’s most infamous - and final - execution?
On February 3, 1967, Ronald Ryan was hanged for the murder of a prison guard during a chaotic escape from Melbourne’s Pentridge Prison - an execution that shocked the nation and would ultimately help bring an end to capital punishment across Australia.

Just over a year earlier, Ryan had escaped Pentridge, triggering a 19-day manhunt. After his capture, he was convicted of murder and sentenced to death, despite conflicting evidence surrounding the fatal shooting.

When the countdown to the gallows began, Premier Henry Bolte refused to grant clemency, igniting a wave of outrage across the country - newspapers campaigned against the execution and protesters filled the streets.

But Ronald Ryan was hanged and his death helped fuel the movement that would ultimately see capital punishment abolished across Australia.

More than 50 years later, the question remains: was Ronald Ryan guilty of murder - or did Australia execute an innocent man?

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Was an innocent man sent to the gallows in Australia&rsquo;s most infamous - and final - execution? On February 3, 1967, Ronald Ryan was hanged for the murder of a prison guard during a chaotic escape from Melbourne&rsquo;s Pentridge Prison - an execution that shocked the nation and would ultimately help bring an end to capital punishment across Australia.
Just over a year earlier, Ryan had escaped Pentridge, triggering a 19-day manhunt. After his capture, he was convicted of murder and sentenced to death, despite conflicting evidence surrounding the fatal shooting.
When the countdown to the gallows began, Premier Henry Bolte refused to grant clemency, igniting a wave of outrage across the country - newspapers campaigned against the execution and protesters filled the streets.
But Ronald Ryan was hanged and his death helped fuel the movement that would ultimately see capital punishment abolished across Australia.
More than 50 years later, the question remains: was Ronald Ryan guilty of murder - or did Australia execute an innocent man?
Follow us on YouTube&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CrimeCentralAustralia">Crime Central Australia HERE.</a>
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Did An Innocent Man Hang? The Execution Australia Tried to Stop 

Her death was ruled a suicide. But was crucial evidence missed that could point to foul play?
When Nadine Haag was found dead in her Sydney apartment in 2009, police immediately treated her death as suicide. But her family refused to accept it and began their own investigation, uncovering evidence they say police had missed, including the words “He did it”. 
Four years later, a Coroner overturned the police ruling - handing down an open finding.
Now, Nadine’s sister Tasia Haag is using her experience to support other families and push for change. She joins us after giving evidence to the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into unsolved missing and murdered cases and explains why she believes too many families are still left fighting for answers.

If you or anyone you know needs help, support is available:
Lifeline -  13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14
DV Connect Womensline - 1800 811 811
Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636
1800 RESPECT -  1800 737 732  or text 0458 737 732
If you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others, seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000)

Her death was ruled a suicide. But was crucial evidence missed that could point to foul play? When Nadine Haag was found dead in her Sydney apartment in 2009, police immediately treated her death as suicide. But her family refused to accept it and began their own investigation, uncovering evidence they say police had missed, including the words &ldquo;He did it&rdquo;. Four years later, a Coroner overturned the police ruling - handing down an open finding. Now, Nadine&rsquo;s sister Tasia Haag is using her experience to support other families and push for change. She joins us after giving evidence to the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into unsolved missing and murdered cases and explains why she believes too many families are still left fighting for answers.
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If you or anyone you know needs help, support is available: Lifeline -&nbsp; 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 DV Connect&nbsp;Womensline - 1800 811 811 Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 1800 RESPECT -&nbsp; 1800 737 732&nbsp; or text 0458 737 732 If you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others, seek immediate assistance by calling Triple Zero (000)

13. Nadine Haag: The Note That Said 'He Did It' 

Australia is seeing a disturbing trend of teenagers engaging in extremely dangerous, and potentially fatal, sexual acts.
After a 16-year-old girl reportedly died during a suspected sexual strangulation act, experts are warning how mainstream these practices have become.
Research shows more than 50% of young Australians under 35 have engaged in the dangerous sexual practice of strangulation.
In this episode Tim and Xanthe investigate how social media and pornography are shaping views of risky sex among teens, and ask who is ultimately responsible for addressing misogyny, consent and youth safety.

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Australia is seeing a disturbing trend of teenagers engaging in extremely dangerous, and potentially fatal, sexual acts. After a 16-year-old girl reportedly died during a suspected sexual strangulation act, experts are warning how mainstream these practices have become. Research shows more than 50% of young Australians under 35 have engaged in the dangerous sexual practice of strangulation. In this episode Tim and Xanthe investigate how social media and pornography are shaping views of risky sex among teens, and ask who is ultimately responsible for addressing misogyny, consent and youth safety. Follow us on YouTube&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CrimeCentralAustralia">Crime Central Australia HERE.</a>
Follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/motiveandmethod/">HERE</a>

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