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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-... more

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In Part Four of this special crossover between Stop the Killing and Watching Two Detectives, former head of the FBI’s Active Shooter Program Katherine Schweit continues her conversation with retired New South Wales detectives Scott Rogan and Peter Ho... more

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INTRODUCING THE JORDAN HARBINGER SHOW Katherine and Sarah recommend the Jordan Harbinger Show. In particular, the Molly Boom episode is a must listen for Stop The Killing listeners. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

In Part Three of this special Stop the Killing x Watching Two Detectives crossover, Katherine Schweit is joined by retired NSW detectives Scott Rogan and Peter Hogan to examine the Bondi Beach mass shooting.

This episode looks at the six-minute atta... more

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What happens when three experienced investigators from opposite sides of the world sit down to examine how police respond to an active shooter?

In this special crossover between Stop the Killing and Watching Two Detectives, former FBI Special Agent ... more

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Whitney Austin
Banking executive and survivor of a workplace shooting; founder of Whitney Strong
Whitney Strong
Episode: S6E11 Surviving a Mass Shooting: Whitney Austin’s Story of Strength — Part 1
Mike Ginch
Analyst with Integras Intelligence, former NYPD and US Marshals Service background
Integras Intelligence
Episode: S6E9 He Was on the Radar’ — What That Actually Means (Part 1) | Katherine Schweit
Forhad Razzaque
President of Integras Intelligence
Integras Intelligence
Episode: S6E9 He Was on the Radar’ — What That Actually Means (Part 1) | Katherine Schweit
Peter Cowell
Admiral, central figure in the INSAR project
INSAR Admiralty Board
Episode: EPISODE DROP: The Badmiral (CONmunity – Season 2, Episode 1) “Hoisting the Sails of Suspicion”
Elizabeth Stout
Survivor from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Parkland survivor
Episode: S6E6 Surviving Parkland - Reprised
Brianna Scott
Postdoctoral research fellow, Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention; National Center for School Safety; Michigan School Safety Initiative
University of Michigan
Episode: S6E4 School Shootings Start Long Before the Gun — Here’s How to Stop Them
Sarah Stilwell
PhD in Educational Psychology; former educator
Independent research collaborator
Episode: S6E4 School Shootings Start Long Before the Gun — Here’s How to Stop Them
Michael Holtz
Program Manager, Michigan Firearm Law Implementation Program
Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention, University of Michigan
Episode: S6E3 Red Flag Laws Explained: Can ERPOs Stop School Shootings?
Stephen Oliphant
Research Investigator, University of Michigan
Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention
Episode: S6E3 Red Flag Laws Explained: Can ERPOs Stop School Shootings?

Hosts

Katherine Schweit
Former head of the FBI's Active Shooter Program and co-host of the show focused on violence prevention and practical safety strategies
Sarah Ferris
Award-winning true-crime producer and co-host delivering expert analysis and accessible storytelling

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • “A Handful of Incidents”

    Episode from approx. Jan 26, 2026, at 16:40 mark (or 10:40?)

    I have listened intently to every episode. I was very much taken aback moments ago when I heard the host say that active shootings in schools have “been a handful of instances over a few decades.” What an erroneous statement that can be fact checked in mere seconds. I’ve had respect for this podcast but you’ve lost that. In discussing the Yale school shooting and the verdict regarding the first responding officer’s trial, diminishing t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Correct Serious Erro
    Canada5 months ago
  • Very factual and informative

    Knowing the facts helps us make informed choices. Interesting podcast, a great listen, highly recommend 🫶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luna’s Mum
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Jordan Harbinger

    Cannot support show that promotes Jordan Harbinger. He appears with Adam Carolla, a known Trump supporter.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Woman, not female-hating man.
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Learning

    Kate is the SME in this space. Great learning opportunity by listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    USNA Parent
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the content - but hate the ads

    I really enjoy the content in this podcast but the number of repetitive ads is crazy. I understand that they have to make money but the ads are super repetitive and in a twenty minute bonus episode there are four blocks of ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    subi63
    Australia3 years ago

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Audience often notes the hosts' credibility and calm, expert approach to sensitive topics.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous, fact-based safety guidance and survivor-focused storytelling.
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S6E13 SANDY HOOK TO BONDI: HOW MASS-SHOOTING TRAINING CHANGED POLICING — PART ONE
Q: Tell us a bit about Katherine Schweit.
Katherine describes her background, including 20 years in the FBI, counter-terrorism work, and becoming the FBI's expert on mass shootings and active shooters, which led her to co-host Stop the Killing and educate the public on warning signs and prevention.
S6E12 From Survival to Action: Whitney Austin on Recovery & Preventing Gun Violence — Part 2
Q: What have been the major challenges in passing bipartisan safety policies like temporary transfer laws?
The main challenges include ideological opposition and messaging around gun rights, despite broad bipartisan support for the targeted, safety-focused approach; the policy has evolved to be narrowly targeted and framed as a crisis-response tool rather than a broad red flag law.
S6E12 From Survival to Action: Whitney Austin on Recovery & Preventing Gun Violence — Part 2
Q: What is Whitney Strong and what is its mission?
Whitney Strong is a data-driven organization focused on finding common ground to end gun violence through responsible gun ownership, education, training, and policy advocacy at the state level, especially in Kentucky and Ohio.
S6E9 He Was on the Radar’ — What That Actually Means (Part 1) | Katherine Schweit
Q: How do you assess whether someone might be a threat beyond just collecting data?
Assessing threat involves looking at holistic patterns—criminal history, financial stressors, personal circumstances, and potential for access to targets—while considering the context, time, and proximity to the organization, and then advising on mitigation strategies.
S6E9 He Was on the Radar’ — What That Actually Means (Part 1) | Katherine Schweit
Q: What makes permissible purpose so critical in private-sector checks?
Permissible purpose defines the legitimate reasons to conduct and report information; without it, third-party checks are not allowed, and even for employment-related checks there are regulatory constraints that shape what can be reported.

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This show centers on gun violence prevention, safety strategies, and survivor stories, pairing expert analysis with practical steps listeners can use to respond to and prevent violence. Episodes frequently cover threat assessment, ERPO/red flag laws, workplace and school safety, and how communities can implement layered safety measures. A distinctive strength is bringing in former FBI leadership and security practitioners to translate policy and research into concrete actions for individuals, schools, and organizations. Listeners often walk away with actionable tips, real-world case context, and a clear sense of how to be an upstander in dangerous situations.

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3. Forhad Razzaque
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5. Elizabeth Stout
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7. Sarah Stilwell
8. Michael Holtz

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