Episode #209: Monthly Mood - Interview with Mike Gatto

About this episode

The episode discusses the lasting impact of violence on families through an interview with Mike Gatto, whose father was murdered.

Today’s episode is not just about a murder — it’s about the lasting impact violence leaves behind for the families forced to carry it. We’re joined by Mike Gatto, a former member of the California legislature, whose father, Joseph Gatto, had his life tragically taken in his own home in November of 2013. These events change the course of a family forever and tonight’s we will discuss the events that took place and the subsequent investigation, and how Mike and his family are getting through — it’s about the human side of tragedy, honoring a life that mattered, and giving space to the voice of someone who has lived with the aftermath every single day.

People in this episode

Guest: Mike Gatto

Topics covered

• impact of violence
• family tragedy
• investigation
• human side of tragedy
• personal stories

Keywords

• violence
• murder
• family impact
• California legislature
• tragedy
• investigation
• personal story

Mentioned in this episode

Places: California

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