74 - Menendez Brothers: Parole Pending
Lyle and Eric Menendez, convicted of the 1996 murders of their parents, are now facing the possibility of parole. In May 2025, a judge resentenced them to life with the possibility of parole, clearing the way for hearings scheduled on August 21 and 22.Are the Menendez brothers truly rehabilitatedâor do they still pose a danger to society? Join host Dr. Dana Anderson as she speaks with veteran defense attorney Sam Bassett about the legal strategy behind their resentencing. Forensic psychologist Dr. Craig Wetter weighs in on clinical tools like the HCR-20 and PCL-R, used to assess whether someone presents an unreasonable risk to public safety if released.At the crossroads of crime, politics, and psychology, this episode unpacks how parole law and forensic risk tools shape the fate of two of Americaâs most notorious inmates.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Menendez Brothers Case01:58 Parole Hearing Dynamics and Public Perception04:04 Understanding Remorse and Risk Assessment Tools08:01 Psychopathy and Personality Disorders in Context12:08 Youthful Offender Laws and Their Implications15:59 The Role of AI in Risk Assessments19:49 Life After Prison: Challenges and Opportunities24:06 Public Opinion and Media Influence27:48 Redemption Stories and Future Paths31:53 The Importance of Addressing Abuse35:41 Conclusion and Future ConsiderationsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/killer-psychologist--6020549/support.
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Lyle and Eric Menendez, convicted of the 1996 murders of their parents, are now facing the possibility of parole. In May 2025, a judge resentenced them to life with the possibility of parole, clearing the way for hearings scheduled on August 21 and 22.Are the Menendez brothers truly rehabilitatedâor do they still pose a danger to society? Join host Dr. Dana Anderson as she speaks with veteran defense attorney Sam Bassett about the legal strategy behind their resentencing. Forensic psychologist D...