The increasing surge in female deaths at the hand of a male partner has led to nationwide protests, countless think pieces in every major and non-major masthead, and the usual platitudes from government.

As the nation grows weary to these ritualistic reckonings, host Tina Quinn, discusses whether this time could be different with Bridget Brennan and Rachel Withers.

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