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Police Investigation
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Shannon Guyatt
Maxwell Anderson
Adreian Payne
Williston Five
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Robert Caraballo
Natalie Bollinger
Hervé Medellin
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 weeklyEpisodes502Founded10 years ago
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In Orange County, North Carolina, 14 year old Lyric Woods disappeared after slipping out of her home in the middle of the night. In a neighboring county, 18 year old Devin Clark vanished that same weekend. At first, there seemed to be no connection b... more

In Austell, Georgia, 22 year old roller skating influencer Beauty Couch vanished just as her life seemed to be falling into place. When her family realized something was terribly wrong, investigators were already following a disturbing trail that beg... more

In Broomfield, Colorado, Kristil Krug began receiving disturbing messages from someone who seemed to know her every move. She went to the police, changed her routines, armed herself, and turned her home into a fortress. But as the threats grew more s... more

For homicide detectives, their chance of solving a murder is cut in half if they don’t get a lead within the first 48 hours.

Adapted from the hit A&E true crime series The First 48, Crime House Studios brings you the podcast that drops you inside th... more

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Recent Guests

Carmen Lauber
House cleaner with a criminal history who interacted with Kouri Richins around the time of Eric Richins' death
Episode: Episode 327 - Author of Death – The Case of Kouri Richins
Todd Gabler
Licensed private investigator specializing in digital forensics
Gabler & Associates (implied)
Episode: Episode 327 - Author of Death – The Case of Kouri Richins
Jeff O'Driscoll
Summit County Detective
Summit County Sheriff's Office
Episode: Episode 327 - Author of Death – The Case of Kouri Richins
Pamela Holmer
Forensic pathologist
Episode: Episode 327 - Author of Death – The Case of Kouri Richins
Juliana Maggayes
Au pair implicated in the case, later testified
Banfield family
Episode: Episode 323 - Au Pair Affair - The Murders of Joseph Ryan and Christine Banfield
Jeremiah Berry
Subject of the episode; recounts years of abuse and the events leading to his father's murder.
Berry family
Episode: Between The Madness - Episode 12 - The Devil in the Canyon - What Happened to Jack Berry?
Lee Wilson
Private Investigator who investigated Jake Embert's death
Private Investigator
Episode: Episode 321 - Arsenic and Alibis - The Murder of Jake Embert
Dustin Duren
Defendant in the case; central figure in the custody dispute and shooting
Self/Defendant
Episode: Episode 320 - The Kidnapping Defense - The Murder of Caitlyn Naffziger
Katherine Lahnstein
Attorney and Tara's close friend from law school
Episode: Episode 318 - Shampoo and Smoke - The Murder of Tara Baker

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Host of the show (repeated in several episodes)

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 12.1k ratings
  • The voice

    Interested in an episode and immediately shut it off with this voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Louiscannon
    United States14 days ago
  • Highly Recommend!

    I have been listening for about a year now. I love the podcaster’s voice and cadence. He is a fabulous storyteller! Please keep up the excellent work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    5pyGirl
    United States19 days ago
  • absolutely awful

    The stories are interesting and I want to hang in there and listen. But this guy’s voice is insanely awful. He’s trying to sound scary and he sounds ridiculous. I’m kicking this one to the curb.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Maewest Rudy
    United States24 days ago
  • So good!

    I love this podcast but for the sake of all females, please stop calling a man, a woman. It’s incredibly insulting. They are free to pretend but the rest of us should not have to hear ppl like you feeding the delusion at the expense of actual women. Females have been bullied, assaulted, and harassed due to the woke agenda. You’re telling women “ we don’t really care how you feel. We must protect a grown man’s feelings and it’s fine to insult and diminish females and make them unsafe. Right? A... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christie in Tennessee
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    A consistently well executed podcast told with enough detail and depth to keep the story moving and interesting., a great pod voice and I’ve grown to really respect and like this show. Episode 137 was captivating !!!

    Thank you

    And I love the Minds of Madness song at the end

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosallea
    United States2 months ago

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Some critiques note distracting background noises and overly dramatic delivery in places.
Criticism centers on repetitive formats and pacing changes that affect fluidity for some listeners.
Listeners praise strong narration and detailed storytelling with depth across cases.

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Apple Podcasts
#140
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#102
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#220
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#93
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#209
France/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#62
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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Frequently Asked Questions About The Minds of Madness

What is The Minds of Madness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A compelling true crime series that centers on meticulous investigations, forensic detail, and courtroom drama. Episodes consistently weave timelines, digital footprints, and personal histories to reveal how complex motives unfold—from domestic violence and financial fraud to high-profile investigations. The host-style narration favors thorough storytelling, often incorporating expert testimony, interviews with investigators, and family perspectives to paint a full picture of each case. A standout pattern is the blend of methodical reporting with intimate, survivor-focused angles, offering a sobering look at how crimes impact loved ones and communities. The show's willingness to tackle nuanced topics—credibility, manipulation, and the long ... more

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1. Carmen Lauber
2. Todd Gabler
3. Jeff O'Driscoll
4. Pamela Holmer
5. Juliana Maggayes
6. Jeremiah Berry
7. Lee Wilson
8. Dustin Duren

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