EPISODE · Jun 6, 2026 · 6 MIN
Why I Created Fatal Traits
from Fatal Traits · host Roxanne
Welcome to the very first episode of Fatal Traits.In this introduction, host Roxanne Donaghy shares the inspiration behind the podcast and explains why understanding human behavior, personality traits, manipulation, and psychological motives is essential to understanding crime.This episode introduces the mission of Fatal Traits and explores how warning signs, behavior patterns, and relationship dynamics often exist long before tragedy occurs.If you've ever found yourself asking not just what happened, but why, this podcast is for you.
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