This week, Mr. Slim Turkey and I delve into the socio-psychological phenomenon known as "diffusion of responsibility." The phenomenon is often used to explain the BYSTANDER EFFECT, where in the midst of a large crowd, a person is less likely to receive aid and assistance in the event of an emergency.

The bystander effect may have even influenced motorists passing Richard Aderson and his killer on the side of I-84 on the evening of February 5, 1997. With each driver relieved of the pressure to respond, thinking, "Someone else has probably called for help," they possibly drove by the homicide and never looked back.

This podcast may contain information that some may find disturbing.

Thanks to:

“Turkey Time” by Monk Turner is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

"Our Hearts Have Been Misplaced In A Secret Location” by Uniform Motion under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US

And to:

Lickerman, Alex. "The Diffusion of Responsibility: Why assigning responsibility to groups doesn't work." Psychology Today, 14 June 2010, https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-in-world/201006/the-diffusion-responsibility.

This week I'm joined by Dr. Shiloh Catanese, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist from Los Angeles AND host of the L.A. Not So Confidential podcast. Dr. Shiloh and I discuss the Richard Aderson case in depth, in which she lends both her expertise and opinions on the case.

Was this truly a case of road rage? Could Richard have possibly known his killer? What role might guilt play in finally unmasking the killer? How can keeping secrets be harmful to one's emotional and psychological health? Find out as we broach these questions and more.

Have a question? Call us at 917-410-5528 or email us at clues@slimturkey.com.

This podcast may contain information that some may find disturbing.

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“Doctor's In” by Son Little under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

and a very special thank you for the recording and editing to:

Justin Wilder Neese of Wilder Studios & Production

In this episode, Mr. Slim Turkey and I respond to the many questions, comments and interesting theories we’ve received relating to Richard Aderson’s homicide and subsequent investigation.

Have a question? Call us at 917-410-5528 or email us at clues@slimturkey.com.

This podcast may contain information that some may find disturbing.

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“And the Rest Will Go On Forever” by Underground River under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0