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Shannon Guyatt
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Robert Caraballo
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Doug Guyatt

Ordinary people who do unthinkable things...The Minds of Madness is a True Crime Podcast that examines the most disturbing criminal minds and the impact violent crimes have on survivors of homicide.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes457Founded9 years ago
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On New Year’s Eve 2020 in San Diego, California, a woman sent a series of disturbing text messages claiming her stepfather was “waking up” in the back of her SUV. Hours later, 64 year old Tom Merriman was found dead beneath a pile of debris at the en... more

It began with an arrest at an airport. A pilot, still in uniform, was taken into custody without warning. But years earlier in Pembroke, Kentucky, Calvin Phillips, Pam Phillips, and their neighbor Ed Dansereau were found dead under circumstances that... more

A young law student is found murdered inside her home in Athens, Georgia. The scene is deliberately staged, the evidence nearly erased, and for more than twenty years, the case sits in silence with no clear suspect.

A case where everything seemed to... more

In the early morning hours of July 31st, 2022, an Ohio business park was rocked by the thunderous crash of a car slamming into a brick wall, taking the lives of two passengers.

Shockingly, the driver, 17-year-old Mackenzie Shirilla, somehow survived... more

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Recent Guests

Katherine Lahnstein
Attorney and Tara's close friend from law school
Episode: Episode 318 - Shampoo and Smoke - The Murder of Tara Baker
Chris Melton
Tara's boyfriend and former partner, co-referenced in investigation
Private individual
Episode: Episode 318 - Shampoo and Smoke - The Murder of Tara Baker
Edrick Lamont Faust
Suspect later arrested and convicted in 2024
Episode: Episode 318 - Shampoo and Smoke - The Murder of Tara Baker
Aisling Tucker Moore-Reed
Actor and central figure in the case
Independent film actor; subject of the case
Episode: Episode 316 - Final Cut: Murder, Movie Sets - The Case of Aisling Tucker Moore
Monica Sementilli
Subject of the murder conspiracy case
Episode: Episode 314 - Mrs. Baker - The Murder of Fabio Sementilli
Robert Baker
Racquetball coach and defendant in the murder conspiracy
Episode: Episode 314 - Mrs. Baker - The Murder of Fabio Sementilli
Christopher Austin
Friend who confessed involvement in the murder
Episode: Episode 314 - Mrs. Baker - The Murder of Fabio Sementilli
Mariela Sementilli
Fabio's sister
Sementilli family
Episode: Episode 314 - Mrs. Baker - The Murder of Fabio Sementilli
Yoko Willette
Mother of the victim, interviewed as a key witness
Henderson Police Department (investigating party context)
Episode: Episode 313 - Unholy Matrimony - The Murder of Jonathan Willette

Host

Carter Roy
Host of Murder, True Crime Stories; appears across episodes with strong narrative guidance and case analysis

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 12k ratings
  • Worth listening to

    Nothing is perfect, and certainly this podcast is not. I guess a lot of people complain about his voice because he dramatic sometimes, but I think I've gotten used to it and I actually find his voice kind of soothing. Maybe a little too soothing because I don't always listen to everything he's saying because I am entranced. The only thing I don't like is he commonly mispronounce his words which irritates me, and every single one of these stories has been done by dateline or 2020 or someone. If y... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    dogsnpodcasts
    United Statesa month ago
  • The voice is AI

    I like the podcast, but I’m shocked anyone confuses the show’s voice with something non computer generated.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DocYoc
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Listen

    Love all about this podcast! Thanks for all your hard work for our entertainment 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KookyGL
    Australiaa month ago
  • Trying to force you to buy subscription

    They have so many adverts and long ones too. Trying to force you to buy the subscription. Plenty of other crime podcasts still with adverts but very short ones

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SenoritaSkullee
    Spain2 months ago
  • Theme song singer..

    I just saw a review saying that host sings.. is it true? Sounds like Anthony Hamilton and I love the voice!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NuRsEbEe215
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the thorough case reconstruction and survivor perspectives.
Some listeners critique the host's narration style and pacing.
Guests and experts are valued for credible, non-sensational insights.

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Apple Podcasts
#103
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#69
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#135
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#70
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#221
Italy/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#55
South Africa/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Between The Madness - Episode 3 - She Stepped Into the Car…and Vanished - The Savannah Gold Story
Q: Where did you last drop her off at?
Lee claimed he didn't drop her off anywhere.
Between The Madness - Episode 3 - She Stepped Into the Car…and Vanished - The Savannah Gold Story
Q: Did you know how she was working that night?
Lee admitted he did know Savannah was working that night.
Between The Madness - Episode 3 - She Stepped Into the Car…and Vanished - The Savannah Gold Story
Q: When was the last time you saw her?
Lee initially claimed not to remember but later said it was Wednesday afternoon.
Episode 252 - Cold Calculations - The Murder of Ashley Smylie
Q: What evidence did the camera footage reveal about the moments leading up to the murder?
The footage showed Ashley and Carly entering the home normally, with no signs of tension, and later revealed Carly retrieving a gun and shooting Ashley unexpectedly.
Episode 245 - The Deadliest Game of Hide and Seek - Sarah Boone and Jorge Torres
Q: Why didn't you let him out before you walked upstairs? Were you afraid?
Terrified is more of the word. I wanted him to stop being angry because I know what it is for him to be angry.

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This true crime narrative series focuses on high-stakes, deeply reported cases involving family dynamics, deception, and courtroom drama. Episodes frequently center on investigations refined through witness testimony, forensic analysis, and media or public reaction, often highlighting how personal relationships intersect with crime and justice. A standout element is the often cinematic narration paired with expert and survivor perspectives, creating a detailed, procedural portrait of each case. The show tends toward long-form storytelling that blends investigative rigor with intimate, emotional context, making it appealing to listeners who appreciate thorough case reconstruction and a human angle on violent crime.

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1. Katherine Lahnstein
2. Chris Melton
3. Edrick Lamont Faust
4. Aisling Tucker Moore-Reed
5. Monica Sementilli
6. Robert Baker
7. Christopher Austin
8. Mariela Sementilli

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