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The Cocoon: A Safe Place for Victims and Survivors of Sexual TraumaThe Human Side Of Crime - Part Two w Criminologist Dr Kathryn WhiteleyCriminologist Dr Kathryn Whiteley returns to continue her powerful exploration of prison reform, rehabilitation, and the lived experiences of incarcerated women.In Part Two of this special episode, Dr Whiteley dives deeper into the long-term impacts of incarceration — both on the women she’s worked with and on herself. From navigating grief and vicarious trauma to witnessing moments of profound change, Kathryn shares what she's learned about listening without judgement and the transformative potential of human connection inside the justice system.This conversation challenges stigma, re frames justice, and reminds us of the power of e...2025-07-2630 min
The Cocoon: A Safe Place for Victims and Survivors of Sexual TraumaThe Human Side Of Crime- Part One w Criminologist Dr Kathryn WhiteleyAustralian Criminologist Dr Kathryn Whiteley shares powerful insights into prison reform, the realities of women’s prisons, and the emotional work of humanising incarcerated women in the U.S.In our first-ever two-part episode, Dr Whiteley takes us inside the walls of prison to reveal how her work with some of society’s most condemned — and most forgotten — women began.From her first encounters behind bars to the emotional weight of seeing the person beyond the crime, Kathryn explores what it means to truly listen and advocate for change in a system that often silences.If...2025-06-2843 min
Self-Identities PodcastJamieAt just 14 years old, Jamie was charged as an adult and sent to county jail—a decision that would shape the rest of her life. Shortly after, she was incarcerated at SCI-Muncy, where she has remained ever since. Now 23, Jamie reflects on her journey, the loving family she left behind, and the reality of serving a minimum 35-year sentence.2025-04-0142 minSelf-Identities PodcastShondaAt 45, Shonda reflects on a life shaped by love, loss, and an unthinkable fate. Raised in a home filled with strong, caring women, her childhood was good, despite her parents' divorce. But at 23, everything changed. Arrested and sentenced to death, she spent 11 years on death row before her sentence was reduced to life without parole. Now, she shares her truth from behind bars. Join us as we uncover the complexities of Shonda’s journey.2025-03-2534 minSelf-Identities PodcastTequillaTequilla, now 52, has spent nearly two decades behind bars after entering the prison system at 33. Raised by her grandmother while her mother was incarcerated, her story is one of generational cycles, resilience, and the harsh reality of a life sentence without parole.2025-03-1827 minSelf-Identities PodcastTrishaTrisha grew up in a close, loving family, but at 25, her life took a devastating turn. Convicted and sentenced to mandatory life in prison, she was forced to leave behind her 18-month-old son in the care of his father. Now 50, she reflects on the past, the impact of her incarceration, and the life she continues to build behind bars.2025-03-1134 minSelf-Identities PodcastBrendaBrenda, now 64, was just 25 when she was first incarcerated. She cherished her childhood on the family farm, surrounded by her siblings, but her life took a dark turn as addiction took hold. Now serving a life sentence, her story is one of nostalgia, struggle, and resilience.2025-03-0436 minSelf-Identities PodcastDorothyDorothy, now 75, is a former nurse and Vietnam War veteran. For the past 43 years, she has been incarcerated, serving a life sentence without parole.2025-02-2540 minSelf-Identities PodcastBethBeth, now in her late 50s, has endured a lifetime of hardship, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, as well as struggles with addiction. At 34, she was incarcerated and spent approximately five years on death row. Though her sentence was later commuted, she now serves life without parole.2025-02-1848 minSelf-Identities PodcastCelesteCeleste, a vibrant only child who once cherished life’s joys, has spent the last 30 years behind bars. Now 73, she was incarcerated at the age of 43, facing a life sentence without parole. Her story is one of resilience, reflection, and the complexities of a life forever changed.2025-02-1145 minSelf-Identities PodcastMichelleMichelle, now 55, has lived a life shaped by unimaginable challenges. Convicted at 31 and sentenced to death, she spent 14 years on death row before her sentence was commuted to life without parole. Her story begins in a troubled home, marked by substance abuse and physical and emotional trauma. Join us as we delve into Michelle's past, her time on death row, and the resilience it takes to navigate life behind bars.2025-02-0427 minSelf-Identities PodcastYvonne62 years old, witnessed and suffered abuse from the age of ten. Incarcerated at 21 in a county jail, and at 23 at SCI-Muncy. She has served 41 years of her life without parole sentence.2025-01-2835 minSelf-Identities PodcastSeason 2 - Introduction with Dr. Kathryn Whiteley and AJ NutterJoin Dr. Kathryn Whiteley and AJ Nutter in an eye-opening exploration of the lives of women serving life sentences for murder. Drawing from nearly 20 years of criminological research in maximum-security prisons across Ireland, Australia, Pennsylvania, and Texas, Dr. Whiteley shares insights into the complex realities behind the crimes. Moving beyond the surface of motive and crime, this season delves into the lived experiences of these women—examining their childhoods, adult lives, and incarceration stories. Together, Kathryn and AJ challenge societal perceptions, revealing that these women are far more than their convictions.2025-01-2138 min
What It Was LikeInside the Life of the Pizza BomberIn 2003, a pizza deliveryman robbed a Pennsylvania bank with a bomb locked to his neck—a heist that ended in tragedy when the bomb exploded. The mastermind? Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong, later sentenced to life in prison. In this episode, we hear from criminologist Kathryn Whiteley who befriended Marjorie behind bars and uncovers how and why this "evil genius" orchestrated such a bizarre crime.Find us on TikTokFind us on YoutubeFollow us on InstagramA Superreal production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-0946 min
True Crime ConversationsWhy Women Kill And The Lives They Live Behind Bars [fresh episode]Women are responsible for only 10 per cent of homicides in Australia, Canada, England, and the US, and because it’s such a small sample size not much research has been done into the motives and behaviours that drive female killers. Dr. Kathryn M. Whiteley, a feminist criminologist, has been researching women who kill for over 20 years. She’s spoken to more than a hundred women behind bars, many of whom are serving life sentences with no chance of parole. Dr. Whiteley’s focus is on telling their stories and understanding their experiences and perspectives in their...2025-01-0555 min
Resolute: Zero Tolerance For Domestic AbuseUnderstanding Women Convicted Of Violent Crimes With Kathryn WhiteleyIn this episode, Deborah interviews Dr. Kathryn Whiteley, a criminologist who has dedicated over 20 years to studying and interacting with women who have committed violent crimes. Dr. Whiteley discusses her unique role as an educator and researcher focusing on women in maximum and medium security prisons. She reveals insights into the backgrounds of these women, including the prevalence of abuse and trauma, and highlights the importance of giving them a platform to share their stories. Tune in as she discusses her experiences in the United States, Australia, and Ireland, and touches on the complex dynamics of domestic abuse, coercive...2024-12-1147 min
Evolving PrisonsBonus: Working with women who killThis is a 10-minute teaser of my full conversation with Dr Kathryn Whiteley, released as this month's bonus episode. Subscribe here for £3 ($3.85) to listen to the full conversation and all monthly bonus episodes.Dr Kathryn Whiteley has interviewed hundreds of women who've killed and are serving life or life without parole sentences in America, Australia and Ireland. She shares some stories that have stuck with her, how some of the women feel about their crimes and helps to humanise them by giving them a voice to share their life stories.Evolving Prisons linksW...2024-10-1711 min
Evolving PrisonsWorking with women who killDr Kathryn Whiteley has interviewed hundreds of women who've killed and are serving life or life without parole sentences in America, Australia and Ireland. She shares some stories that have stuck with her, how some of the women feel about their crimes and helps to humanise them by giving them a voice to share their life stories.Evolving Prisons linksWebsite: evolvingprisons.comInstagram: @evolvingprisonsLinkedIn: kaigancarrieDr Whiteley's podcast - Self-Identities: Conversations with convicted womenDr Whiteley's documentary - Until We Have Faces: Women serving life2024-10-1754 min
Dangerous LiaisonsWomen who kill with Dr Kathryn Whiteley**Please note: This episode contains sensitive topics and listener discretion is advised.**
With extensive research conducted in three countries and within maximum-security prisons, Kathryn brings a unique perspective to this conversation as we discuss the lives of women during incarceration
We'd like to remind you that this episode contains discussions that may be triggering, particularly as we touch on sensitive topics such as Stalking, violence and murder.
Kathryn's touches on her documentary "Until We Have Faces" that explores the spiritual and corporeal identities of women serving life sentences in a United States maximum security prison...2024-05-2445 minSelf-Identities PodcastHeatherHeather was arrested when she was 35, and at 36 he was incarcerated at SCI Muncy. She is 53 years old, and has served 18 years of her sentence of life without parole.2024-03-0744 min
Prison POD ProductionsKathryn Whiteley - Feminist Criminologist - A Voice for Women IncarceratedFor Women's History Month:Kathryn uses qualitative research methods to conduct extensive one-to-one interviews with women, who are serving Life or Life Without Parole sentences. She has unique insight having conducted work in Australia, Ireland and the United States.Kathryn Whiteley - for more information"Until We Have Faces: Women Serving Life" - DocumentaryPodcast: Self Identities: Conversations with Convicted Women(c) Prison POD Productions 2024Support the show2024-03-0635 minSelf-Identities PodcastJessicaJessica was incarcerated at age 16 and has served approximately 25 years of incarceration. She was originally to serve a life without parole sentence, however, was resentenced as a juvenile and is now serving a 35 year to life at SCI Muncy.2024-02-2935 minSelf-Identities PodcastEricaErica was 29 when she was arrested, and she is now 43 years old. She has been incarcerated for approximately 14 years. She is serving a life sentence in SCI. Muncy.2024-02-2223 minSelf-Identities PodcastJeanJean was arrested in 2004 at the age of 45. She is now 64 years old and has been incarcerated for just over 18 years, and is serving a life sentence at SCI. Muncy.2024-02-1541 min
Borderlines: Roots and Real Country MusicBorderlines #1138: February 11, 204Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit – Outfit, Live At Twist & Shout 11.16.07
Brian Sklar - Achin' Breakin' Heart, Buck You
Eric Westbury - When The Day Is Done, Atomic Wilderness
Tom Russell - Seven Curses, Indians Cowboys Horses Dogs
D. Rangers – Dallas, Barbaric Cultural Practices
Drew Kennedy - The Last Waltz, Sad Songs Happily Played
Mick Davis - Get Back Change, Sonny Don't Go Away: A Tribute To Ron Hynes
Darrell Scott String Band - It's A Great Day To Be Alive, Old Cane Back Rocker
Jenn...2024-02-111h 57Self-Identities PodcastNacolaNacola was 32 when convicted and she has served approximately 11 years of her life sentence. She is incarcerated at SCI Muncy.2024-02-0827 minSelf-Identities PodcastMarilynMarilyn was arrested in 1972, when she was 19. She has been incarcerated for approximately 52 years and serving two consecutive life sentence in SCI Muncy.2024-02-0145 minSelf-Identities PodcastTanyaTanya was incarcerated in 1989 at the age of 19. She has served approximately 35 years of her life sentence. She is currently incarcerated at SCI. Muncy.2024-01-2533 minSelf-Identities PodcastElenaIncarcerated at 21, Elena has served approximately 6 years of her 20 to 40 year sentence at SCI.Muncy.2024-01-1829 minSelf-Identities PodcastPatriciaAt 33 Patricia received a double life sentence. Today she is 59 and currently incarcerated at SCIMuncy.2024-01-1135 minSelf-Identities PodcastTerriTerri was arrested at 22 and charged with 2nd degree murder. At 24 she was sentenced to serve life at SCI. Muncy. Today at 54, she has been incarcerated for approximately 32 years.2024-01-0453 minSelf-Identities PodcastAn Introduction with Dr. Kathryn Whiteley and AJ NutterA conversation with Dr. Kathryn Whiteley and AJ Nutter.Kathryn Whiteley Ph.D. originally from Australia, is one of a few criminological researcherswho have meet individual women convicted of murder, serving life, life without parole sentencesfor almost 20 years, in maximum security prisons in Ireland, Australia, Pennsylvania and Texasin the United States.Her goal is to avoid the gravitation towards the crime and motive and learnmore of the entirety of the women’s lived experience, from childhood, adulthood and theirincarceration experience. Her contention is that a focus li...2023-12-2528 min.jpeg)
Talking with PaintersWhen I won that art prize (part 4) – Georgia SpainIn the final episode of the series ‘When I won that art prize’ we go back to 2021 when a 27 year old Georgia Spain won the Sir John Sulman Prize at the Art Gallery of NSW, the first time she had entered the prize.
In the same week she was announced the winner of the Women’s Art Prize Tasmania. These announcements were made less than 12 months after she was one of 5 artists to receive the Brett Whiteley Travelling Art scholarship.
Georgia’s recent work is currently hanging in the exhibition ‘Once more with feeling’ showing at Ngununggula...2023-06-1114 min
Compulsive Reader talksKathryn Fry on Green Point BearingsPoet Kathryn Fry reads a number of poems from her latest poetry collection Green Point Bearings and talks about the book's inspiration, how many of the poems came about and how the collection came together, her interest in the natural world, on mindfulness and the power of paying attention, on Ekphrasis and the paintings of Margaret Olly, the notion of 'grace from loss' and Wendy Whiteley's secret garden, on her mentorship with Brook Emery, what she's currently reading and inspired by, and much more.
Here are links to a few of the things we spoke about:
Green Point Bearings
Wendy Whit...2018-06-1833 min