Unveiling Jennifer Dulos' Tragic Tale: Insights from Rich Cohen on Coercive Control

In this episode of Perfect Pray Podcast, I sit down with journalist and author Rich Cohen to discuss his book, Murder in the Dollhouse, which explores the tragic case of Jennifer Dulos, a mother from New Canaan, Connecticut, murdered by her husband, Fotis Dulos.

Together, we examine the role of coercive control in intimate partner violence, the systemic failures that too often leave victims unprotected, and the broader implications for Jennifers' Law in Connecticut.

Rich Cohen is a bestselling author and award-winning journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, and Rolling Stone. His keen ability to uncover the human story behind complex events has shaped his career as both a storyteller and social commentator, bringing clarity and depth to difficult conversations.

Rich shares powerful insights into the patterns of abuse, the hidden nature of coercion, and why it is essential for all of us to recognize the warning signs.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:13 The Story of Jennifer Doulos
00:53 Jennifer's Law and Its Impact
01:43 Rich Cohen's Background and Initial Thoughts
02:01 Investigating the Case
05:05 The Dynamics of Coercion and Control
05:48 The Role of Sports in the Family System
11:56 The Legal Struggles and Systemic Failures
13:30 Understanding the Abuser's Mindset
22:05 The Final Struggle and Systemic Challenges
27:14 Behavior Regulation and Performative Actions
27:37 Children's Suffering and Abuse
28:09 Modeling Behavior and Personal Experiences
29:00 Public vs. Private Personas
29:25 Self-Pity and Media Manipulation
30:52 Cult-like Influence and Indoctrination
35:35 Psychological Evaluations and Collusion
40:03 Triggers and Planning of the Crime
46:35 Systemic Failures and Protective Measures
50:52 Final Thoughts and Resources

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