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Ep. 203 Dr Micki Pistorius: why female serial killers kill for money

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Which deep-seated psychological need motivates female or ‘quiet’ serial killers? Psychologist and criminal profiler Dr Micki Pistorius explores this in terms of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, crucial differences between male and female serial killers, what distinguishes serial killers from other humans, and whether serial killers are mentally ill. She discusses the TV series based on her book, ‘Catch me a killer,’ and her educational offerings. Sensitive content: meant for adult listeners.
25 Mar 2025 English South Africa Self-Improvement · Relationships

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