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Serial Defense

Serial Defense

Written by: Joey Walker
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Retired Police Lieutenant, Karate World Champion and renowned Safety Expert, Joey Walker, reviews cases of sex crimes, stalking and homicides cases from a law enforcement perspective. Each episode, details of how these crimes occurred are discussed before delving into life-saving tactics and self-defense techniques should you ever encounter a violent offender. For more information and video content, visit www.serialdefense.com.

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Episodes
  • When Martial Arts Instructors Target Children

    When Martial Arts Instructors Target Children
    Dec 15 2025

    Martial arts are meant to build confidence and self-defense, but some instructors exploit trust to groom and abuse children.

    This episode exposes real cases of child abuse in martial arts dojos, the warning signs parents miss, and what to do immediately if you suspect abuse. If your child trains under authority, this is essential listening.
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    21 mins
  • Predators with Power: Exposing Martial Arts Sex Offenders

    Predators with Power: Exposing Martial Arts Sex Offenders
    Dec 2 2025

    Some offenders exploit titles, uniforms, and perceived authority to gain trust.

    This episode examines real cases involving sex offenders who claimed martial arts status, how authority can be misused, and what patterns repeatedly appear in these crimes. A true-crime look at how respect and reputation can become tools for harm.
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    37 mins
  • Stalked at Home: The Olympian Killer Case

    Stalked at Home: The Olympian Killer Case
    Oct 21 2025

    In 1963, Olympic skier Sonja McCaskie was stalked and brutally murdered inside her Reno, Nevada home.

    This episode breaks down the Thomas Bean case, examining how the crime unfolded, the warning behaviors that preceded it, and why investigators believe the violence would have escalated if he hadn’t been caught. A chilling true-crime case that exposes how obsession turns deadly.
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    33 mins
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