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Mind of a Monster: The Hollywood Ripper

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Kristen Gilbert
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Epinephrine
Shannon Gilbert
John Ray
Rex Heuermann
Long Island Serial Killer
911 Call
Francis Merrier
Healthcare Serial Murderers
Cardiac Arrest
Self-Harm
Northampton VA Medical Center
James Peralt
Tom Sutier
Dr. Catherine Ramsland
Henry Hudon
William Welch
Murder
Michael Pack

Across the 2000s, under the shimmering lights of Hollywood, a murderer lay in wait. Watching, waiting and stalking his young and beautiful female neighbors, Michael Gargiulo bided his time until his opportune moment arrived – while they were sleeping. Breaking into their safe havens - their homes - he butchered his victims and then moved to a new location in tinsel town to find his next target. more

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22-year-old Ashley Ellerin is found brutally murdered in her apartment by her roommate. The scene is closed off and police search for any evidence that identifies her killer. Detectives don’t know yet that it’s Mike the Furnace Guy and they open the ... more

A teenage girl has been murdered in Gargiulo’s hometown on her front doorstep and when police look to question him after an unusual encounter with the victim’s parents, Michael has escaped to Los Angeles. Working as a bouncer and aspiring actor, Mich... more

Season nine of Mind of a Monster begins in Hollywood in 2019. A woman is testifying about how she fought off Michael Gargiulo as he brutally stabbed her while she was in bed. Her bravery led to the unmasking of a serial killer who stands trial for he... more

2000s Hollywood: the bright lights for dreamers who want to become famous. Michael Gargiulo made his name in another way – as a brutal murderer with no mercy. Watching, waiting and stalking his young and beautiful female neighbors, Michael bided his ... more

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Frank Main
Chicago Sun-Times journalist
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Episode: Michael Gargiulo | Ep.1
Josh Hallmark
Investigative journalist focused on Keyes' murder victims
Episode: S8 Ep.6: 11 Skulls
Jim Thompson
Relative of Keyes' ex-girlfriend and a community member from Neah Bay
Episode: S8 Ep.6: 11 Skulls
Jan Alton
Worked at Harley-Davidson store and later at Lowe's, remembered Samantha Koenig fondly as a vibrant individual.
Episode: S8 Ep.4: Samantha
James Koenig
Father of Samantha Koenig, deeply involved in the search for his daughter.
Episode: S8 Ep.4: Samantha
Detective Slavimir Markowitz
Head of the Anchorage PD Homicide Unit, involved in the investigation of Samantha's disappearance.
Anchorage Police Department
Episode: S8 Ep.4: Samantha

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Dr. Michelle Ward
Criminal psychologist and host of the series

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Excellent

    Great format. Lots of information. Excellent…!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    airjet3000
    United States9 days ago
  • Exceptional series even for the long time explorers.

    A superior series that explores famous cases. Great stuff. Many of the cases I know very, very well having started in the 80’s. Kemper has been a special interest for decades and I found a lot to enjoy in even with these episodes. I was surprised for many years that he was not that well known. Now that has changed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MajesticLobster
    United States9 days ago
  • Just listened to season 6

    This was so well done. The emphasis on the victims & survivors was a positive, plus learning about the killer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jwbbrown
    United States16 days ago
  • Great story telling

    It’s a gripping true-crime podcast that lingers long after the episode ends. The storytelling is sharp and immersive, weaving together real witness accounts and law enforcement testimony with meticulous, moment-by-moment timelines. Every detail feels deliberate, drawing you deeper into the case until you’re completely absorbed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    melaniedoucet
    Canadaa month ago
  • Decent podcast

    I like the content of this podcast but am certain the narrator portions of the interviews are dubbed over in an attempt to make her sound more professional or polished. But doing this has the opposite effect where the narrator then sounds scripted and artificial - quite literally taking the “true” out of “true crime”.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    hkk*73*
    Canadaa month ago

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The narrative approach and quality of interviews are frequently highlighted as standout elements, with many listeners describing the series as gripping and well-researched.
Listeners generally praise the show for its deep psychological insights and strong interviews with investigators and family members.
Some reviewers note bias or editorializing from the host, and others mention excessive advertising in some episodes.

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#67
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#55
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#233
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#132
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#100
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#144
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Q: Where do you think Suffolk County Police Department right now places the Shannon Gilbert case in terms of priority?
John Ray believes it is placed at low priority to none.
What to Listen to Next - Unraveled: The Long Island Serial Killer
Q: What do you think happened to Shannon?
Shannon was murdered, and there is virtually no doubt about it based on the evidence and testimonies collected.

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The show centers on the psychology and investigation surrounding high-profile murder cases, blending expert analysis with first- and secondhand accounts from investigators, attorneys, friends, and family members. Episodes frequently explore how killers operated, the investigative process, and the impact on victims' families, all through the lens of a criminal psychologist who breaks down motive, behavior, and evidence. A standout aspect is the deep-dive, psychological storytelling that pairs case details with interviews, creating a distinctive, sometimes provocative, perspective on true crime in a Hollywood context. Listeners who enjoy rigorous psychological analysis of crime, courtroom dynamics, and investigative nuance will likely find th... more

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