Episode 162 Nicole Schmidt and Candice Cooley

In this special episode of 'Murder My Family', host Eric welcomes Nicole Schmidt, mother of Gabby Petito, and Candace Cooley, mother of Dylan Rounds. They share their heart-wrenching experiences of having their loved ones cases thrust into the national spotlight during the most traumatic periods of their lives. The episode delves into their advocacy work—Gabby Petito Foundation and Dylan's Legacy—and discusses transforming grief into purpose. The conversation critiques the inconsistencies in law enforcement responses, the role of the media, and the harmful impact of victim-blaming in true crime communities. They emphasize the importance of community support and share their mission to provide resources and education to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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