
Welcome to Hidden True Crime. Hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, Hidden True Crime explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind some of the world's most compelling criminal cases. Lauren spent a decade as a television reporter. Dr. John has conducted psychological evaluations since 1996, serves as an expert witness, and c... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 542 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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In this exclusive interview, Lauren sits down with Nomz from the documentary Trust Me: A False Prophet to discuss growing up in the FLDS, being recruited into Samuel Bateman’s cult, and the events that led to her spending time in prison after Bateman... more
Lindsay Clancy’s fate goes to the jury—and Lauren Matthias breaks down the sharply conflicting closing arguments on Hidden True Crime. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington attacks the investigation and the prosecution’s psychiatric experts, arguing that... more
In this exclusive interview, Lauren Matthias sits down with a mother who experienced terrifying intrusive thoughts and postpartum psychosis—and lived through symptoms strikingly similar to some of what Lindsay Clancy has described. What do intrusive ... more
Lauren Matthias breaks down Days 21 and 22 of the Lindsay Clancy trial as the Commonwealth’s rebuttal case comes to a close with critical testimony from its final experts. FBI senior psychiatrist Dr. Gregory Saathoff challenged key parts of Clancy’s ... more
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The balance between the situations evidences and descriptions of the facts and circumstances and the parallels with the psychological and psychoanalysis aspects of cases is exquisite and so significant. Thank you !
The absence of sentences is annoying, very hard to listen to. The woman who speaks surely have speech or reading challenges. Every. Sentence is. Cut. Like that. Every. Couple or. At. Each. Word.
The host seemed like she was eating or something. Can’t listen, only made it through a few episodes.
Maybe I have issues, idfk. But I tried so hard to listen through the whole Lindsey Clancy case. Absolutely couldn’t. The sound of Lauren smacking her lips or sucking on a candy is what it sounds like, idk made it impossible. As a creator, surely you are aware of how to edit out your podcasts!?!?!??? I know I’m not the only one.
The host’s dramatic enunciation and descriptions are painfully awful to listen to.
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This program analyzes high-profile criminal cases through a psychological and legal lens, offering detailed courtroom narration, forensic explanations, and expert commentary. Episodes frequently dissect medical, forensic, and psychiatric aspects of cases, explore how mental health intersects with law, and compare real-world trials to broader societal implications. Notable strengths include rigorous analysis from forensic and legal perspectives, plus occasional interviews with practitioners and commentators that add depth to complex narratives. Listeners likely value careful evidence interpretation, due process, and mental health context in high-stakes cases, making it appealing to professionals in law, psychology, and journalism as well as ... more
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Recent guests on Hidden True Crime include:
1. Phillip Resnick
2. Avram Mack
3. Dr. Leslie Dobson
4. Sue Clancy
5. Rebecca Gelata
6. Dr. Donald Condi
7. Dr. Lappasada
8. Dr. Zeisel
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