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Psychopedia: True Crime & Criminal Psychology

Investigator Slater
True Crime
Mental Health
Domestic Violence
Serial Killers
Murder
Cannibalism
Jack Lancaster
Violence Against Women
BDSM
Child Abuse
Gilgo Beach Murders
Psychopathy
Ed Gein
Snowtown Murders
Kidnapping
Jack the Ripper
Child Neglect
Joel Rifkin
Grey Collar Society
Psychology

Psychopedia is a captivating true crime podcast hosted by Investigator Slater, where she passionately takes you deep into the darkest recesses of the human psyche each week. A professional investigator by day, Slater uses her investigative expertise to uncover the chilling, hidden details behind each true crime case presented. Even if you think you’ve heard about a particular case before, prepare ... more

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A 28-year-old female teacher. Multiple teenage boys. And a case that forces us to confront one uncomfortable question: Why is society so much slower to recognize abuse when the predator is a woman and the victim is a teenage boy? In this episode, we ... more

Trigger warning: This episode discusses domestic violence, homicide and cannibalism. Please listen with caution.

On November 12, 2010, Isakin Drabbad, aka The Skara Cannibal, walked into his girlfriend's bedroom carrying a knife and committed one of... more

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the difficult topic of sexual abuse. Listener discretion advised.

"Big Girls Wanted: Escaping Pearadise" has taken the internet by storm, and it's easy to see why. Beyond the allegations themselves, it forces ... more

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Serial killer Paul John Knowles was desperate to leave behind a legacy and to go out in a blaze of glory. Linked to the deaths ... more

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Kaelyn Moore
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Episode: EP 188: Greenbrier Ghost: The Spectral Snitch (ft. Kaelyn Moore of Heart Starts Pounding)
Dr. Tracy Tambora
Professor of criminal justice at the University of New Haven in Connecticut; expert in domestic violence.
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Jake Brennan
Host of the podcast Disgraceland, an award-winning music podcast exploring true crime antics of musicians.
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Episode: EP159: Guitar Shredding and Blood Shedding (feat. Jake Brennan of Disgraceland)
Bridget Marquardt
TV personality and paranormal enthusiast
Host of Ghost Bunny and Girls Next Level podcasts
Episode: EP152: Slit-Mouthed Woman: Am I Pretty? (feat. Bridget Marquardt of Ghost Bunny and Girls Next Level podcasts)
Tank Sinatra
Esteemed former co-host
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Episode: RE-RELEASE: The Man in the Red Bandana (ft. Tank Sinatra)
Lena Dunham
Host of The C Word with Alyssa Bennett
The C Word podcast
Episode: EP142: Seven Days of Hell
Alyssa Bennett
Historian of bad behavior
The C Word podcast
Episode: EP142: Seven Days of Hell
Quinn Ryerson
A woman with a traumatic past connected to Jack Lancaster
Episode: Girl On Gore: Episode 5
Kale Lowry
Guest talking about personal experiences with stalking and childhood trauma
Media Personality and Author
Episode: Introducing Rulebreakers with Saraya

Host

Investigator Slater
Host of Psychopedia: True Crime & Criminal Psychology; professional investigator providing case analysis, narrative storytelling, and criminology insights; partner in Audacy/ Psychopedia productions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18.9k ratings
  • Best podcast ever

    This is, hands down,my favorite podcast. I listen to it all day at work as I started from episode one working my way up to current. The episodes are incredibly well researched and captivating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ravenous Dark
    United States21 days ago
  • Great

    This is the best True crime podcast I’ve ever listened to. Investigator Slater is an amazing story teller with her riveting insight into these psychopaths. Tank is hilarious and makes what is a horrifying tale easier to listen to with his humorous interjections. Great job guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrianM9106
    United States21 days ago
  • OBSESSED

    I listen to a lot of true crime… possibly too much. I don’t say this lightly. Psychopedia is my absolute favorite podcast. Investigator Slater is a phenomenal researcher and story teller! Even on the cases I’ve heard on other podcasts I learn something new. She’s compassionate, funny, easy to listen to and absolutely amazing at what she does. I’m sad I already binged all of the back catalog so please excuse me while I sign up to become a Semen Demon IYKYK.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    La curandera Andrea
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unfollowed

    Miss tank to bring back opposing views. She’s too political and too self involved. Hard pass.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bagels_2016
    United Statesa month ago
  • Like the crack I didn’t know I needed.

    I have never been a true crime podcast junkie. Typically stick to sports and news. Ran across Investigator Slater on Insta and decided to try an episode. After listening to a few. I went back and binged from the beginning listening to 2 a day most days. It has been 6 days since the last episode dropped and I need another hit. A case I would love to see her cover is Herb Baumeister.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jbarngrover
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Appreciation for the host's empathy and rigorous analysis is common.
Many appreciate the host's balance of seriousness with accessible narration and witty pop quizzes.
Listeners praise depth of research, compelling storytelling, and victim-focused framing.
Some listeners note pacing issues or oversight of explicit language in reviews.
A subset mentions missing previous co-host dynamic and seeks consistent quality.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#171
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#178
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#193
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#202
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#221
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#63
Singapore/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP192: "BIG Girls Wanted" — Content House or Fetish Farm?
Q: What is the core dispute in the Paradise allegations, beyond what happened between Stefan and the residents?
The core dispute centers on consent, context, and interpretation—whether actions were consensual, whether boundaries were clearly communicated, and whether power dynamics transformed ordinary activity into coercive or exploitative behavior.
EP190: "MORE BRUTAL" than Ted Bundy - Paul John Knowles, The Casanova Killer (Part 1)
Q: What is the most common type of serial killer according to the host's quiz?
The host explains that the correct answer is hedonistic, meaning killers who murder for personal gratification, with subcategories like thrill-seeking and sexual motivation.
EP183: The Comic Book Killer: Scripted, Skinned and Scalped
Q: What was the minimum sentence for aggravated mayhem in California?
The minimum sentence is life in prison with the possibility of parole.
EP182: Twitter Killer: Japanese Serial Killer Takahiro Shiraishi
Q: What did Takahiro say when police asked where Eyoko Tamura was?
He replied, She's in the freezer, which matched the police findings of Eyoko's dismembered remains in the freezer.
EP178: Burned, Not Silenced: The Woman Who Testified From Beyond the Grave
Q: Where in the United States has the highest opioid overdose death rate?
West Virginia

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Psychopedia combines meticulous true-crime deep-dives with criminology and psychology insights, delivered through a narrative-driven host-led format. Episodes mix case chronology, investigative context, expert commentary, and occasional pop quizzes to engage listeners while maintaining a victim-centered lens. The show often blends forensic analysis with storytelling, balancing dark subject matter with accessible pacing and occasional levity. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on research quality, ethical framing, and a willingness to critique media portrayals or cultural factors surrounding cases, which may appeal to listeners who want substance beyond sensationalism.

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2. Dr. Tracy Tambora
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