Andrea and Jennifer review Hero Maker episodes 10-15.  In episodes 12 & 15 they spoke with two people instrumental in the adjudication process for east coast and west coast cases. Star Witness, Lisa shared intimate details of the attack she survived. Saly Fayez described how working Rachael and Warren's trials helped define her professional standards as a victim advocate. This concludes Season 1 of The Hero Maker Podcast. The new season and new episodes return in April 2023. Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andrea and Jennifer sat down with Saly Fayez, MSW, LSW, the Director of the Victim Services Division at Fairfax County Police Department to find out what is in her secret sauce. Our hosts were privileged to also download more first-hand information about the judiciary process for their friends who were murdered in college. Saly Fayez has been mentioned in more episodes than any other person for her exemplary work as a victim advocate during the Raver/Fulton trials in Fairfax County, Virginia. Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andrea and Jen met with Jared Seide of the Center for Council. Center for Council uses an age-old practice that involves bringing people together in a circle to bear witness and share authentically. Council brings their work to prison populations, schools, faith groups, first responders, and now through their P.O.W.E.R. program, to police departments.Much of this conversation is about the amazing results Jared and his team are seeing in the realm of officer wellness.Promo Code: HEROMAKERPODCAST for 100% off the cost of any Social Connection Council: https://www.centerforcouncil.org/social-connection-councils.html.Promo Code: HEROMAKERPODCAST for 15% off the cost of any Council Training: https://www.centerforcouncil.org/in-person-council-workshops.html.To order a copy of the Where Compassion Begins book mentioned in this episode, please visit: https://www.centerforcouncil.org/order-a-copy.htmlLearn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Jennifer introduces Andrea to DNA/CODIS Administrator, Rebekah Wilkins from the Vermont Forensic Laboratory.Thank you Rebekah for a nerdy and fascinating conversation about the lifecycle, morality, and evolution of DNA detection and collection. ***This episode includes sound editing contributions from @vickierosesampson.Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

| CONTENT WARNING | Audiences may find some content in this episode harmful or disturbing due to the graphic nature of the violence and sexual assault discussed.Deepest gratitude to Lisa for sharing her experiences with Andrea and Jennifer. This remarkable woman not only survived one of Alfredo Prieto's attacks at the age of 17, but went on to testify against him in two separate trials, each of which landed him on death row. Rachael and Warren's killer is one of only a handful of criminals to have been on death row in multiple states; in this case, California and Virginia. Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode Jennifer introduces Andrea to her longtime police pal, Ronnell Higgins, who currently serves as the Associate Vice President for Public Safety and Community Engagement for Yale University.This important conversation addresses many of today's campus safety concerns. Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

CONTENT WARNING | Audience may find some content in the episode harmful or disturbing due to the graphic nature of the violence and sexual assault discussed.Jennifer and Andrea had the opportunity to sit down with legendary police commissioner and strategist, Bill Bratton. The discussion touched on a lot of hot topics, including; the current rise in crime, current trends away from funding for victims, needed officer training, officer gear, and the current anti-law enforcement sentiment.This energized conversation also sent Andrea and Jen into a debate of their own, post-interview. Bill Bratton's Book - THE PROFESSION{https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/566242/the-profession-by-bill-bratton-and-peter-knobler/}Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this summary of episodes 6-8, Andrea and Jennifer review the facts shared with them by two key law enforcement professionals who not only each came face to face with Rachael and Warren's killer, but also were instrumental in convicting him.Chief Eric Hopley shares details about all the known West Coast events and victims, and Detective Bob Murphy provides a look at the killer's movements and impact in relation to his East Coast crimes and trial. Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TRIGGER WARNINGWhen Fairfax County PD established its Cold Case Unit in 1999, Investigator Bob Murphy remembered our friends' Rachael and Warren's case and asked to pick it up. With his extensive intimate knowledge, Bob describes many specific details of their murder scene and case in this episode. We thank Bob for the great work he did with his team to help solve this case, and for the breadth and compassion with which he shares his experiences here.Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week’s episode, Andrea introduces Jennifer to Chief Eric Hopley who was one of the first on the scene of the triple abduction, rape, and homicide that eventually landed Rachael and Warren's killer on death row in California. Learn more about The Hero Maker Podcast by visiting https://www.theheromakerpodcast.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.