In this powerful episode titled, Catching a Predator: Bringing Down Terry Shields, Heather sits down with special guest Jeffrey Salberg to discuss her remarkable journey of bringing justice to one of the most disturbing cases of her career. Heather shares the gripping story of how she worked alongside law enforcement and investigators to capture Terry Shields, a predator involved in child pornography and exploitation. Hear the behind-the-scenes details of the investigation and how Heather’s determination ensured justice was served.

In this episode of Defeating the Darkness, Heather Brown welcomes Patricia Wenskunas, founder of Crime Survivors. Listen in as Patricia shares her story of survival and transformation. After surviving an attempted murder, Patricia refused to remain a victim. Instead, she became a fierce advocate for others who have faced similar tragedies. Her nonprofit organization, Crime Survivors, empowers victims to regain their strength, seek justice, and rebuild their lives.

In this episode of Defeating the Darkness, Heather Brown sits down with renowned prosecutor and author Matt Murphy to discuss his riveting new book, The Book of Murder. Matt shares compelling stories from his career as a prosecutor, offering an inside look into some of his most challenging and emotional cases. Together, they dive deep into the heart of justice, exploring what it means to fight for victims and their families.

In Episode 2 of Defeating the Darkness, we sit down with Robin Sax—legal analyst, author, attorney, and therapist—who shares her remarkable journey from TV screens to courtrooms and therapy rooms. Robin discusses her work with Dear Co-Parent, helping families find clarity through conflict in the most difficult times. With a mission to bridge the gap between legal and emotional support, Robin explains why most lawyers aren’t therapists and most therapists aren’t lawyers—yet she’s both. Discover how Robin shines a light on healing through conflict, providing hope and guidance to those in need.

In this powerful first episode, host Heather Brown sits down with her good friend, Robin Sax, to share the heartfelt reasons behind launching the Defeating the Darkness podcast. Heather opens up about her personal journey, the driving force behind her passion for justice, and the mission to bring light to the darkest corners of abuse and crime. Tune in to hear why this fight matters and how Heather plans to make a difference.

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