The Perfect Collapse: Opening Statements

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Episode 7: The Perfect Collapse: Opening Statements Jury selection wrapped in four days. Opening statements are done. Hear both sides lay out their case for the first time — and what their word choices reveal about the strategy ahead. ******************* Everyone has an opinion. Few have read the record. The Perfect Collapse is a true crime podcast examining high-profile criminal cases through court filings, medical timelines, and legal records, starting with the case of Cora, Dawson, and Callan Clancy, killed by their mother, Lindsay Clancy. Mental illness is real, and this show takes it seriously. This podcast does not exist to humanize or excuse the actions of Lindsay Clancy. If you're here to listen to a defense for Lindsay's actions, this isn't the podcast for you. DISCLAIMER The Perfect Collapse is a true crime psychology podcast for informational and analytical purposes only. The views expressed are those of the host and are based on publicly available documents and court records. Nothing in this podcast constitutes legal, medical, or psychological advice. All persons discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. FAIR USE STATEMENT Audio clips and written materials referenced in this episode are used for commentary, criticism, and educational purposes under the Fair Use doctrine of the United States Copyright Act, 17 U.S.C. Section 107. No copyright infringement is intended. CONTENT WARNING This podcast contains detailed discussion of suicidal ideation, child death, filicide, psychiatric illness, and related legal proceedings. Listener discretion is advised. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support. National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline US & Canada: Call or text 988 Postpartum Support International Helpline US: Call 1-800-944-4773 National Alliance on Mental Illness Helpline US: Call 1-800-950-6264 National Suicide Prevention Hotline UK: Call 0800 587 0800 Lifeline Australia: Call 13 11 14 or Text 0477 13 11 14 SUPPORT THE SHOW If you enjoy The Perfect Collapse and would like to support the podcast, tips are always appreciated. Leave a tip here: https://opentipjar.com/theperfectcollapse Ten percent of all proceeds are donated to Hearts Alive Village, a Las Vegas based nonprofit dedicated to saving the lives of shelter animals. Learn more about Hearts Alive Village here: https://heartsalivevillage.org/