Arson. - #139

Arson. - #139

“Two things can be true at once,” and arson is part in Australia’s bushfire story.


Dr Troy McEwan is an associate professor in clinical and forensic psychology at Monash university. Her research is focussed on the assessment and treatment of stalking, domestic violence and arson.

Chloe Hooper, author of excellent books The Arsonist and The Tall Man: Death and Life on Palm Island.


Warning: please be advised this episode contains graphic content.


Show notes for Episode 139:

Your hosts are Meshel Laurie and Emily Webb

With thanks to Dr Troy McEwan and Chloe Hooper

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