Serial Defense
Retired Police Lieutenant, Karate World Champion and renowned Safety Expert, Joey Walker, reviews cases of sex crimes, stalking and homicides cases from a law enforcement perspective. Each episode, details of how these crimes occurred are discussed before delving into life-saving tactics and self-defense techniques should you ever encounter a violent offender. For more information and video content, visit www.serialdefense.com.
Episodes
74 episodes
When Martial Arts Instructors Target Children
Martial arts are meant to build confidence and self-defense, but some instructors exploit trust to groom and abuse children.This episode exposes real cases of child abuse in martial arts dojos, the warning signs parents miss, and what to...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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21:14
Predators with Power: Exposing Martial Arts Sex Offenders
Some offenders exploit titles, uniforms, and perceived authority to gain trust.This episode examines real cases involving sex offenders who claimed martial arts status, how authority can be misused, and what patterns repeatedly appear in...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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36:56
Stalked at Home: The Olympian Killer Case
In 1963, Olympic skier Sonja McCaskie was stalked and brutally murdered inside her Reno, Nevada home.This episode breaks down the Thomas Bean case, examining how the crime unfolded, the warning behaviors that preceded it, and why investi...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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32:49
Serial Short: Keeping Children Safe in Public Restrooms
Public restrooms are common, and often overlooked, risk environments.In this short episode, we share practical child safety guidelines for public bathrooms, including supervision basics, situational awareness tips, and simple habits that...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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4:45
Serial Short: Public Exposure Incidents
Public nudity incidents can be confusing, and sometimes unsafe.In this short episode, we cover how to respond if you encounter a naked person in a public place, including situational awareness tips, when to disengage, and when to involve...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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2:54
Hunting Ground: Killers Who Target College Students
College students are frequently targeted because of age, routine, and perceived vulnerability.This episode examines five real cases involving killers who chose college students as victims, breaking down the patterns behind these crimes a...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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42:09
Serial Short: Subway Safety Tips
Subway systems can be crowded, unpredictable, and high-risk environments.In this short episode, we share practical subway safety tips, including situational awareness on platforms, safer train positioning, and how to respond if someone p...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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2:58
The South Side Slayer: The Crimes of Chester Turner
For years, a serial killer hunted women in South Los Angeles undetected.This episode examines the Chester Turner case, detailing how he sexually assaulted and murdered at least 14 women, and how one survivor’s attack ultimately led to hi...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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29:54
Serial Short: Dating App Safety
Dating apps make it easier than ever to meet new people, but they also carry real risks.In this short episode, we cover dating app safety basics, common red flags to watch for, and simple precautions that can help reduce danger when meet...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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6:45
The Ken and Barbie Killers: The Bernardo and Homolka Case
Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka became known as Canada’s “Ken and Barbie Killers” after committing a series of violent crimes driven by control and sexual obsession.This episode examines the Bernardo and Homolka case, how their partnersh...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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42:44
Serial Short: Public Restroom Safety
Public restrooms are shared spaces that often require heightened awareness.In this short episode, we cover public restroom safety for adults, including situational awareness, boundary awareness, and simple habits that can help reduce ris...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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4:25
Serial Short: Elevator Safety
Elevators are confined spaces where situations can escalate quickly.In this short episode, we cover elevator safety basics, including how to respond if someone is acting strangely, when to trust your instincts, and simple tactics to redu...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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2:57
Arthur Bomar: Inside the Crimes of a Carjacker, Rapist, and Killer
Arthur Bomar’s crimes began early and escalated quickly.This episode examines the Arthur Bomar case, tracing a pattern of carjacking, sexual assault, and murder, and how repeated violence continued until the criminal justice system final...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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31:09
Charm as a Weapon: The Casanova Killer, Part 2
Glen Edward Rogers used charm, good looks, and trust to get close to his victims...then he killed them.In Part 2 of this episode, we examine the Casanova Killer’s coast-to-coast crime spree, how his tactics repeated across multiple state...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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29:04
Charm as a Weapon: The Casanova Killer, Part 1
Glen Edward Rogers used charm and good looks to gain trust...then turned lethal.In Part 1, this episode explores how the Casanova Killer began his crime spree, tracing Glen Edward Rogers’ use of manipulation, his early murders, and how t...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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30:34
The Cannibal Killers, Part 2: Tyree Smith & Vince Li
What happens after cannibal killers are found not guilty by reason of insanity?In Part 2, this episode examines the Tyree Smith and Vince Li cases, focusing on their court outcomes, confinement in mental health facilities, and how the ju...
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21:00
The Cannibal Killers, Part 1: Tyree Smith & Vince Li
Two killers. Two countries. One disturbing pattern.In Part 1, this episode examines the Tyree Smith and Vince Li cases, exploring their backgrounds, the crimes that shocked the public, and how both were ultimately ruled not guilty by rea...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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32:29
The Dishonored Marine: The Crimes of Michael Kenneth Reese
Michael Kenneth Reese used the trust earned through military service and security work to gain access to victims.This episode examines the Michael Kenneth Reese case, exploring how positions of authority can be exploited, how stalking be...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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31:36
The Duct Tape Killer, Part 2: How Robert Leroy Anderson Was Exposed
A single mistake helped bring a violent killer to justice.In Part 2, this episode examines how Robert Leroy Anderson’s crimes were revealed, including the inmate testimony that exposed key details of the case. A true-crime continuation t...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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38:39
The Duct Tape Killer, Part 1: Robert Leroy Anderson and a Town in Fear
A quiet community was terrorized by a single offender.In Part 1, this episode examines the Robert Leroy Anderson case, detailing how two women were victimized in South Dakota and how fear spread throughout the area. A true-crime introduc...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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37:04