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EPISODE · Jul 17, 2026 · 1H 7M

Maternal Instincts and Murder: The Taylor Parker Case

from Forensic Friday · host Jeannine Anderson & Natalie Halcomb

 We’re recording live from the ODVSOM conference in Breckenridge, Colorado, to break down the harrowing Netflix documentary Maternal Instinct. This week, we examine the chilling 2020 murder of Reagan Simmons-Hancock by Taylor Parker. We dissect the months-long fake pregnancy deception, explore what a Cluster personality disorder looks like in a forensic context, and discuss the complex, heavy debate surrounding the death penalty. Join us as we blend professional insights from the conference with a deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases of calculated manipulation in recent history.  Ad for Southeast Counseling in Parker, CO Ad for Reliatrax practice management software Support the showDisclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

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We’re recording live from the ODVSOM conference in Breckenridge, Colorado, to break down the harrowing Netflix documentary Maternal Instinct. This week, we examine the chilling 2020 murder of Reagan Simmons-Hancock by Taylor Parker. We dissect the months-long fake pregnancy deception, explore what a Cluster personality disorder looks like in a forensic context, and discuss the complex, heavy debate surrounding the death penalty. Join us as we blend professional insights from the confere...

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