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Method & Madness

Dawn Cate
Richard Cottingham
True Crime
Cold Cases
Salem Witch Trials
Child Abuse
Dolores Della Penna
Domestic Violence
Jared Mccolloch
Murder Investigation
Narcissistic Abuse
Jacob Landin
Dorothy Good
Romona Moore
Missing Persons
Sarah Good
Knox County, Indiana
Justice System
Ellie Carmichael
Drug-Related Violence
Psychological Abuse

Seeking truth in true crime? Whether it’s challenging what you think you know about a case, pushing for answers on an unsolved murder, or highlighting injustice, you'll find it here with your host, Dawn.Method and Madness will take you on a journey of immersive storytelling, insight, and advocacy as we dive into mostly lesser-known cases.You'll hear from survivors, family members, investigators, a... more

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Part 7 of the Richard Cottingham Victim Series

In April 1969, 18-year-old Irene Blase told her mother she was going to Hackensack, NJ to meet a friend. She never returned home. The following day, 2 boys made a gruesome discovery a few miles away - ... more

For nearly 41 years, Kristin O'Connell's family has waited for answers. The question: Who Killed Kristin O’Connell? Now, there is renewed hope.

A California forensic laboratory is prepared to conduct advanced DNA testing on key evidence preserved si... more

This is the 6th part of a series honoring the victims of Richard Cottingham. Please listen to episodes 104 through 108 first.

In July 1968, 13-year-old Jackie Harp left drum corps practice in Midland Park, New Jersey, and began the short walk home.... more

Part 5 of the Richard Cottingham Victim Series

29-year-old Nancy Vogel went missing on her way to play Bingo in October of 1967. Diane Cusick never made it home after a shopping trip in February of 1968.

Nancy and Diane never knew each other, but ... more

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Recent Guests

Phyllis O'Connell
Mother of Kristin O'Connell, advocate for justice in her daughter's case
Family of Kristin O'Connell
Episode: Update: The Murder of Kristin O'Connell
Eric Elswitch
Fairlawn detective who worked on the case from 2021 to 2025
Fairlawn Police Department
Episode: 106. The Murder of Alys Eberhardt
Brian Ripkema
Fairlawn detective who worked on the case
Fairlawn Police Department
Episode: 106. The Murder of Alys Eberhardt
Peter Vronsky
Historian and true crime author who has interviewed Cottingham and collaborated on research
Historian and Author
Episode: 105. Confessions: The Names He Couldn't Bury
Jennifer Weiss
Daughter of a Cottingham victim who helped seek answers and attended interviews
Survivor family member
Episode: 105. Confessions: The Names He Couldn't Bury
Dr. Peter Vronsky
Historian and true-crime author contributing expert commentary
Historian/Author
Episode: 104. Mary Ann Pryor & Lorraine Kelly- The Names He Couldn't Bury
Patricia Arriaga Douglas
Daughter of Tina Marie Arriaga, advocate for justice in her mother's murder
Family of the victim
Episode: 103. Agony: The Murder of Tina Arriaga
Clive Driscoll
Metropolitan Detective who led the case
Metropolitan Police Service
Episode: Replay - Discarded: Surjit Athwal
Krissi Atkisson
Daughter of Wilma June Nissen
Episode: 97. Unfinished: The Murder of Wilma June Nissen

Host

Dawn Gandhi
Host of Method & Madness; leads investigative, victim-centered true crime storytelling with advocacy focus

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 305 ratings
  • Excellent, respectful podcast, well presented by Dawn ,about a very difficult subject of a killer Richard Cottingham and those young women whos lives he took. R.I.P. to all his victims

    Podchaser
    5
    mark8899stevens8899
    a month ago
  • Covered a family member

    After seeing other creators/podcasters cover Alys Eberhardt I was afraid to watch this. I think Dawn was really respectful and did an amazing job covering this case. I’m glad I listened!! -Jamie Eberhardt

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaime Hates The Comments
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast 👌 The delivery and the research are top-notch. I had subscribed to this before but hadn't had the time to give it a listen but boy was I glad I decided to try it today. Gonna start binging the backlog now and I'd recommend to you to do the same if you're a fan of true crime podcasts so see you on the other side.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    3mutemonkeys
    a year ago
  • Method & Maddness

    This is the best! Listen to it. The host really interprets the stories really well! Best podcast ever!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maxpower1235
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    This is an engaging and informative podcast! The host Dawn clearly does amazing research into each case!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizt289
    United States2 years ago

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Fans appreciate the host's empathy and clear calls to action.
Many highlight rigorous research and non-sensational approach.
Listeners praise compassionate storytelling that centers victims and families.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

103. Agony: The Murder of Tina Arriaga
Q: What would you like listeners to do if they have any information?
Patricia asks listeners to share the podcast and reach out with any small detail, even if seemingly insignificant, and to connect with family pages on social media to help trigger new tips for investigators.
89. Solving Cold Cases with Othram’s Dr. Kristen Mittelman
Q: Is there anything you'd like to clarify as far as the process?
It’s not just a box that you can go get and press a button and make it work; it requires real research and real scientists to figure out how to actually make all this evidence tractable.
89. Solving Cold Cases with Othram’s Dr. Kristen Mittelman
Q: What happens when an old case comes your way and the evidence was collected during a time where this forensic testing wasn't done yet?
We created a process that would allow that evidence to still be tractable. The degradation possibly that occurs, we're degradation insensitive now because it wasn't stored at the right temperature or wasn't stored at all.
84. Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser, LCSW
Q: Is there any treatment for a narcissist?
Vanessa states that very few narcissists seek treatment and when they do, they rarely acknowledge their behavior as problematic.
84. Narcissistic Abuse with Vanessa Reiser, LCSW
Q: What are some of the common tactics used by a narcissist in an abusive relationship?
Common tactics include love bombing, isolation, boundary pushing, and manipulation of social interactions and personal time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Method & Madness

What is Method & Madness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtfully produced true crime show that centers victims and families, with a focus on long-running investigations, cold cases, and police/prosecutorial insights. Episodes weave archival reporting, survivor and family perspectives, and expert commentary to illuminate how cases evolved—from early investigations to modern breakthroughs—often tying multiple victims to a single offender. The host balances empathy with rigorous sourcing, offering calls to action and advocacy for truth and closure. A standout element is the guest mix: investigators, historians, and family members share context, while the show clearly aims to inform, humanize, and drive public engagement around unresolved cases. This combination makes it a compelling listen fo... more

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2. Eric Elswitch
3. Brian Ripkema
4. Peter Vronsky
5. Jennifer Weiss
6. Dr. Peter Vronsky
7. Patricia Arriaga Douglas
8. Clive Driscoll

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