When a Parent Becomes the Predator: Kendra Licari

Episode 75 September 12, 2025 00:24:38
When a Parent Becomes the Predator: Kendra Licari
J & Courtney's In It Together: Mental Health & Healing Trauma
When a Parent Becomes the Predator: Kendra Licari

Sep 12 2025 | 00:24:38

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Show Notes

 

In this episode, I dive into Netflix’s documentary Unknown: High School Catfish and unpack the shocking story of Kendra Licari—the mother at the center of a case that blurred the lines between parent, predator, and manipulator. Together, we explore the psychology behind her actions, the ripple effects on her family and community, and what this story reveals about control, secrecy, and unresolved wounds.

I’ll break down:

This isn’t just about one woman’s actions—it’s about what happens when fear, shame, and control go unchecked. Tune in for a deeper analysis that goes beyond the headlines. 

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