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Hidden True Crime

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Lori Vallow Daybell
Gypsy Rose Blanchard
Child Abuse
Trial Process
Mental Health
Medical Abuse
Survivorship
Forensic Psychology
Stockholm Syndrome
Gypsy Rose
True Crime
Dee Dee Blanchard
Psychological Abuse
Chronic Pain
Emotional Trauma
Public Perception Of Crime
Jury Dynamics
Murder
Munchausen By Proxy

Hidden True Crime, explores the hidden motives behind unimaginable crimes, while examining our deepest fears along the way. Join us on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human mind and the unconscious motivations that drive human behaviors, both good and bad, in order to understand the world and ourselves. Pull up a chair at our dinner table as the dynamic husband and wife duo of Dr. John ... more

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Tyler Brewer
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Episode: Zoo Couple & Secret Recording Changes EVERYTHING | New Melodee Buzzard Updates
Aleta Wallace
Little sister of Paxton Wallace
Episode: A Chainsaw, A Screwdriver, & A Cross | Paxton Wallace FULL STORY + Exclusive Interview
Tiffany Wallace
Aunt of Paxton Wallace
Episode: A Chainsaw, A Screwdriver, & A Cross | Paxton Wallace FULL STORY + Exclusive Interview
Anne Emerson
Senior investigative reporter and journalist, host of Criminally Obsessed YouTube show
Sinclair
Episode: Ashlee Buzzard Imprisonment Victim Speaks Out as Melodee Buzzard Remains Missing
Karina Meza
Melodee's sister
Episode: Scenic Route or Cover Up? Mom Caught Moving Boxes & EXPLOSIVE Twists | Melodee Buzzard STILL missing
Elizabeth Meza
Melodee's aunt
Episode: Scenic Route or Cover Up? Mom Caught Moving Boxes & EXPLOSIVE Twists | Melodee Buzzard STILL missing
Brandi Vaughan
Mother of missing child Michael Vaughan
Episode: Murder Charges Filed in Case of Missing 5-year-old Michael ‘Monkey’ Vaughan - Stacey Wondra suspect
Stacey Wondra
Key suspect charged in the murder case of Michael Vaughan
Episode: Murder Charges Filed in Case of Missing 5-year-old Michael ‘Monkey’ Vaughan - Stacey Wondra suspect
Kevin Greenlee
Co-host of the Murder Sheet podcast
Murder Sheet
Episode: Delphi Secrets REVEALED | Hosts of Murder Sheet Podcast Share Shocking Behind-the-Scenes Stories

Hosts

Lauren Matthias
Co-host and investigative journalist specializing in true crime stories, highlighting victims' experiences and emotional narratives.
Dr. John Matthias
Co-host and forensic psychologist providing expert insights into the psychological dimensions of crime and justice.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • peace to all

    there was a journalist in LVNV who was murdered by a stalker recently.

    Lauren is a wonderful journalist

    and this new media world can be scary

    go on now girl

    thanks for being great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    uneducatedguesser
    United Statesa month ago
  • New listener with some criticism

    I recently found your podcast and I do enjoy the stories. I however, lose focus on the story when you mispronounce so many words. Mostly it sounds pretentious.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    jkmkkm
    United Statesa month ago
  • WTH

    I can’t believe anyone would publicly crash out for 9 hours. Seek the help, you clearly need, in private!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sueleemar
    United Statesa month ago
  • Go get ‘em John

    I didn’t know anything about the campaign against Lauren. I appreciate your staunch defense of your wife! And will continue to be faithful listener, your stories are insightful, well presented, and compassionate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    River lady 1200
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this podcast

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sheri Bailiff
    United Statesa month ago

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Some audience members express strong emotional connections to the narratives, praising the sensitivity shown towards victims.
There are criticisms regarding the accuracy of information and the delivery of certain episodes.
The analysis of true crime cases is often lauded for its professionalism and depth.
Listeners appreciate the compassionate storytelling and the in-depth psychological analysis of true crime cases.
There are mixed feelings about the hosts' recent personal controversies, which occasionally overshadow the main themes of the podcast.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#165
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#177
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#210
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#64
Indonesia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#174
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#188
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sentencing SCANDAL-How Did Convicted Predator Walk Free? Psychologist Unpacks Jesse Mack Butler Case
Q: But Dr. John, why did this girl go out again and again and again for two months with this man who was assaulting, or boy that was assaulting her?
The question shouldn't be, why did she stay? The question should be, why was he engaging in these violent behaviors towards her?
The Dark Psychology of Jodi Arias — Why Revenge Became Deadly
Q: Why is revenge so addictive?
Dr. John Matthias explains that the brain reacts to the desire for revenge in much the same way that it reacts to different addictions, suggesting it could be an evolutionary instinct.
The Dark Psychology of Jodi Arias — Why Revenge Became Deadly
Q: Can you take us a little bit into how you decided to get into this, how you wrote Jodi Arias?
Briana Whitney talks about being fascinated with psychology and the criminal mindset, which made her delve deeper into Jodi's case and writings.
Horror, Confessions & Religious Delusions-Inside the Murder Charges | Michael Monkey Vaughan
Q: What do you think may have happened to Michael Vaughan?
The probable cause documents suggest he was kidnapped and murdered by the Wondras.
A Mothers Secret Mission? | A Wig, A Road Trip, & A Missing Child: Where is Melodee Buzzard?
Q: How do police handle a parent who is not willing to participate in finding their own daughter?
They may leverage the grandmother to understand Ashley's behavior and response, which is delicate given the circumstances.

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The content focuses on unpacking the psychological motives behind heinous crimes, exploring themes of justice, victim rights, and societal implications. With a husband-and-wife duo comprising a forensic psychologist and an investigative journalist, the episodes provide a deep dive into individual cases, often highlighting the emotional turmoil experienced by victims and their families. The hosts' dynamic storytelling brings both a psychological and a journalistic perspective, making the content compelling for listeners who are interested in true crime narratives that engage with the complexities of human behavior and societal norms. This podcast is distinctive in its melding of expert analysis with heartfelt storytelling, aiming to uncover ... more

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2. Aleta Wallace
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4. Anne Emerson
5. Karina Meza
6. Elizabeth Meza
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