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Kiss & Kill

LiSTNR
Domestic Violence
Gerard Baden-Clay
Allison Baden-Clay
Intimate Partner Homicides
Coercive Control
Killer Narcissists
Expert Abusers
Laney Caldwell
Louis Mahony
Tyrone Thompson
New South Wales
Australian Crime Statistics
Narcissistic Rage
Forensic Criminology
Intimate Partner Homicide
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Gerry Thornton
Charleville
Mackenzie Anderson
Anthony Eriksen

Killer narcissists. Expert abusers. And the hidden red flags you need to know about amid an epidemic of violence against women. Kiss & Kill is the first podcast to take you inside some of Australia's most high-profile cases of intimate partner homicides and reveal dangerous patterns of behaviour we need to recognise before it's too late. In this 7News series, you'll hear interviews, expert analy... more

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Borce Ristevski is eligible for parole next year. At the time of sentencing, he was marketed by his defence team as being a good candidate for rehabilitation. However, he’s yet to show any signs of remorse or reveal how and why he killed his 41 year-... more

Serving less than three years in jail after mowing down his partner in a car, Charles Evans has an extremely violent history that was ignored in court proceedings. His case highlights the different way a woman’s death at the hands of a partner is tre... more

Like Thompson, Eriksen savagely stabbed his former partner dozens of times and his actions were also only considered ‘mid-range violence’. Why are such brutal purposeful acts not considered more serious and what can be done to address the surging rat... more

Dubbed the worst domestic violence killing in NSW’s history, Tyrone Thompson stabbed his ex-girlfriend Mackenzie Anderson 78 times in front of her baby boy. Considered a high-risk offender, why was he given bail for ongoing breaches of an apprehended... more

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Recent Guests

Tabitha Akrit
Mackenzie's mother and advocate for reform in domestic violence policy
Family/Advocacy
Episode: 4: Tyrone Thompson
Gerry Thornton
Former police officer involved in the Laney Caldwell case
Queensland Police Service (retired)
Episode: 3: Louis Mahony

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Allison Sandy
Presenter and executive producer; guides interview flow and topic framing across episodes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • Episode Titles

    Hello, this is absolutely a podcast I would recommend and encourage others to listen to and support.

    I did want to share one concern. I find it disconcerting that the episodes are titled with the perpetrator’s names rather than the names of those who suffered. Centering the perpetrator in this way risks giving them further recognition and attention, while the people who were harmed remain in the background.

    It echoes the dynamic we see in the court process, where the victim’s names and stories c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charm!#
    Australia21 days ago
  • Couldn’t continue

    I am so sorry I couldn’t continue to listen as I whole heartedly believe in what you are doing for the betterment of women, their health and life. However, the background music and noise made it difficult for me to concentrate on the narrative and as such I only made it half way through the 1st episode. It may seem a trivial complaint but if it affected me it may also put off other listeners.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ribitsull
    Australia23 days ago
  • Well done!

    Such a well made podcast about a very important topic. Well done to all involved for continuing the conversation!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LincKym
    Australiaa month ago
  • Content is great

    A great podcast, I just found the actors a little over dramatic and irritating and felt like the narrator maybe needed a glass of water. Voices matter with podcasts, hopefully the content continues to hold attention.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MumCRJ
    Australiaa month ago
  • Timely & interesting

    First episode was good. Well researched and interesting, Timely content with coercive control laws being introduced around the Australian states and a growing awareness in our society of this previously unrecognised and unnamed form of abuse in domestic relationships. Having the language and the stories helps us understand and deal with this very serious problem in our society. Looking forward to the rest of the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosie Kat 77
    Australiaa month ago

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Some critique the show's focus on perpetrators, suggesting more emphasis on victims' voices.
Listeners praise the rigorous coverage of coercive control and survivor stories.
Production quality and narrative drive are generally praised, though music and narration pacing have mixed feedback.
Episodes are timely and well-researched, with strong expert input.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#14
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#200
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#29
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#44
Singapore/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#152
South Africa/True Crime

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4: Tyrone Thompson
Q: What drove the escalation from coercive control to lethal violence?
The discussion points to a long pattern of manipulation, isolation, and threats, combined with a belief in impunity and the offender's use of violence to intimidate and dominate, which culminated in a brutal homicide.
3: Louis Mahony
Q: What method did Gerry Thornton use to verify Laney Caldwell's death suspect?
Gerry Thornton describes a methodical process combining statements, forensic reviews, and re-examinations of the scene to build a case that Louis Mahony staged the death and manipulated perceptions, ultimately convincing authorities through persistent digging and cross-examination of alternative explanations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kiss & Kill

What is Kiss & Kill about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Kiss & Kill dives into Australia's high-profile intimate partner homicide cases, unpacking coercive control, narcissistic abuse, and systemic responses with survivor testimonies and expert analysis. Across episodes, listeners encounter detailed case reconstructions, courtroom dynamics, and policy implications, often highlighting patterns of manipulation and escalating violence. Noteworthy is the blend of investigative storytelling with criminology insight, aiming to educate listeners on red flags and prevention while centering the experiences of victims and families. The show has a clear stance on reform and awareness, making it a compelling pick for audiences interested in true crime, domestic violence prevention, and legal outcomes tied t... more

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