The Perfect Collapse: Lindsay Clancy

Episode 12: The Perfect Collapse: Forensic Psychiatrist Testimony BONUS EPISODE
A bonus episode isolating the forensic psychiatric testimony heard so far in the Lindsay Clancy trial. Lindsay has already admitted to killing her three children, so the real question is her mental state when it happened. Testimony comes from two Brigham and Women's psychiatrists: Dr. Jhilam Biswas, who examined Lindsay Clancy on January 26, 2023, two days after the killings, and Dr. Sejal Shah, who evaluated her following her spinal surgery.
*****************
Everyone has an opinion. Few have read the record. The Perfect Collapse examines high-profile criminal cases through a forensic psychology lens using court filings, medical timelines, and legal records—starting with the Lindsay Clancy trial. No dramatization. No hot takes. Just primary sources, rigorous analysis, and the questions mainstream coverage never asked.
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/
COMFY CLOTHING FOR LISTENING
Check out my favorite sweatshirt, leggings, and bra to wear while recording and editing! Made with hormone safe materials and sustainable ecological manufacturing.
https://tonaactive.com/products/the-tonalift-leggings?variant=43194280476761
Get 16% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://wearplayground.com/collections/sweats/products/sweatshirts-crewneck
Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://handful.com/products/y-back-bra-booya-black
Get 30% OFF | Promo Code: TPC

Episode 11: The Perfect Collapse: Latarsha Sanders' Verdict, Lindsay Clancy's Trial
This week's episode highlights the testimony of Dr. Kelly McDonough, the South Shore Hospital ER physician who treated Lindsay Clancy immediately after her fall. The episode then pivots to Latarsha Sanders, convicted of killing her two sons in 2018 in Brockton, Massachusetts after an undiagnosed psychotic break. Her Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court appeal challenges the language used against her by the prosecuting attorney and the rejection of her psychiatric records as evidence.
***********************************
Everyone has an opinion. Few have read the record. The Perfect Collapse examines high-profile criminal cases through a forensic psychology lens using court filings, medical timelines, and legal records—starting with the Lindsay Clancy trial. No dramatization. No hot takes. Just primary sources, rigorous analysis, and the questions mainstream coverage never asked.
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/
COMFY CLOTHING FOR LISTENING
Check out my favorite sweatshirt, leggings, and bra to wear while recording and editing! Made with hormone safe materials and sustainable ecological manufacturing.
https://tonaactive.com/products/the-tonalift-leggings?variant=43194280476761
Get 16% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://wearplayground.com/collections/sweats/products/sweatshirts-crewneck
Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://handful.com/products/y-back-bra-booya-black
Get 30% OFF | Promo Code: TPC

Episode 10: The Perfect Collapse: Sympathy Is Not Evidence
Firefighter Robert Costanzo testifies to what he saw the night Lindsay Clancy was found injured — and Reddington argues the dark got in the way. This whole case keeps circling back to the same question: is what looks convincing on the surface, the truth? This episode widens our argument to a condition that, like narcissism, sits quietly for years until something breaks the coping mechanisms holding it in place. Then, we place Lindsay Clancy's case beside three others — Latarsha Sanders, Carol Coronado, and Andrea Yates — whose stories didn't get anywhere near the same sympathy.
*****************
Everyone has an opinion. Few have read the record. The Perfect Collapse examines high-profile criminal cases through a forensic psychology lens using court filings, medical timelines, and legal records—starting with the Lindsay Clancy trial. No dramatization. No hot takes. Just primary sources, rigorous analysis, and the questions mainstream coverage never asked.
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/
COMFY CLOTHING FOR LISTENING
Check out my favorite sweatshirt, leggings, and bra to wear while recording and editing! Made with hormone safe materials and sustainable ecological manufacturing.
https://tonaactive.com/products/the-tonalift-leggings?variant=43194280476761
Get 16% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://wearplayground.com/collections/sweats/products/sweatshirts-crewneck
Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://handful.com/products/y-back-bra-booya-black
Get 30% OFF | Promo Code: TPC

Episode 9: The Perfect Collapse: Patrick Clancy's Testimony BONUS EPISODE
Patrick Clancy's testimony continues — direct examination by ADA Jennifer Sprague and cross-examination by defense attorney Kevin Reddington, in full and uninterrupted. Court resumes tomorrow Thursday, July 30th with a viewing of the Clancy home at 47 Summer Street in Duxbury scheduled for Friday, July 31st.
*****************
Everyone has an opinion. Few have read the record. The Perfect Collapse examines high-profile criminal cases through a forensic psychology lens using court filings, medical timelines, and legal records—starting with the Lindsay Clancy trial. No dramatization. No hot takes. Just primary sources, rigorous analysis, and the questions mainstream coverage never asked.
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/
COMFY CLOTHING FOR LISTENING
Check out my favorite sweatshirt, leggings, and bra to wear while recording and editing! Made with hormone safe materials and sustainable ecological manufacturing.
https://tonaactive.com/products/the-tonalift-leggings?variant=43194280476761
Get 16% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://wearplayground.com/collections/sweats/products/sweatshirts-crewneck
Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://handful.com/products/y-back-bra-booya-black
Get 30% OFF | Promo Code: TPC

Episode 8: The Perfect Collapse: Patrick Clancy's Testimony BONUS EPISODE
Patrick Clancy's direct examination by Assistant District Attorney Jennifer Sprague, in full and uninterrupted.
*********************
Everyone has an opinion. Few have read the record. The Perfect Collapse examines high-profile criminal cases through a forensic psychology lens using court filings, medical timelines, and legal records—starting with the Lindsay Clancy trial. No dramatization. No hot takes. Just primary sources, rigorous analysis, and the questions mainstream coverage never asked.
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/
COMFY CLOTHING FOR LISTENING
Check out my favorite sweatshirt, leggings, and bra to wear while recording and editing! Made with hormone safe materials and sustainable ecological manufacturing.
https://tonaactive.com/products/the-tonalift-leggings?variant=43194280476761
Get 16% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://wearplayground.com/collections/sweats/products/sweatshirts-crewneck
Get 20% OFF | Promo Code: TPC
https://handful.com/products/y-back-bra-booya-black
Get 30% OFF | Promo Code: TPC