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Hidden True Crime
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Welcome to Hidden True Crime. Hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, Hidden True Crime explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind some of the world's most compelling criminal cases.
Lauren spent a decade as a television reporter. Dr. John has conducted psychological evaluations since 1996, serves as an expert witness, and consults on high-profile cases.
Guest opinions and interviewees do not necessarily reflect those of Hidden True Crime, Lauren Matthias, or Dr. John Matthias.
This channel is for educational, informational, and commentary purposes only. Content is based on publicly available information, professional experience, and personal opinion. Nothing presented constitutes psychological, medical, or legal advice, or a formal diagnosis. All individuals discussed are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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EXPLOSIVE New Details Emerge as Bryan Kohberger Fights to Remove His Plea and Defense Expert Speaks
6d ago00:39:37Tap to summarizeBryan Kohberger is trying to take back his guilty plea in the University of Idaho murders, claiming he was coerced into confessing and is actually innocent. Lauren Matthias breaks down Kohberger's newly filed post-conviction petition, his first public interview since pleading guilty, the handwritten affidavit, and what legal experts believe his chances are of ever getting a new trial. We also examine explosive new claims from former defense experts, including allegations that Kohberger stalked Madison Mogen for months before the murders and new theories about the digital evidence, cell phone data, and what may have happened inside the King Road house. Plus, we discuss the emotional reactions from the victims' families, why some want a trial after all, and whether this shocking legal move could reopen one of the most closely followed murder cases in America. After recording this episode, news broke about Bryan Kohberger being assigned a new attorney. His new attorney is Greg Rauch. According to reports, Rauch has said he has yet to speak with Bryan Kohberger or review any of the case file. He plans to speak with Bryan soon. Sponsor: Hims- Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://hims.com/hidden to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Inside the Courtroom: Psychiatrists Testify. Lindsay's Journals Tell Their Own Story | Clancy Day 5
1w ago02:22:44Tap to summarizeDay 5 of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial delivered some of the most emotional and closely watched testimony yet. Reporting inside the courtroom, Lauren Matthias takes you through the powerful testimony from psychiatrists, emergency physicians, ICU nurses, investigators, and Massachusetts State Police as the jury heard evidence surrounding Lindsay Clancy's mental state, medical treatment, and the investigation. The courtroom also heard deeply personal entries from Lindsay's private journals, offering an intimate look into her struggles in the months before the deaths of her three children, Cora, Dawson, and Callan. Was this evidence of postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, overwhelming anxiety, or something else entirely? About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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EXCLUSIVE Interview: Andrea Yates' Attorney Has Closely Followed the Lindsay Clancy Trial - His Take
1w ago00:43:01Tap to summarizeGeorge Parnham, the attorney who defended Andrea Yates, joins Lauren Matthias at Hidden True Crime for an exclusive interview to discuss the Lindsay Clancy trial after following the case closely. Parnham shares his perspective on postpartum psychosis, criminal responsibility, the similarities and differences between the Yates and Clancy cases, and what he believes the evidence reveals. Whether you've followed every day of the Lindsay Clancy trial or are just catching up, this in-depth conversation offers rare insight from one of the most respected attorneys to ever handle a landmark postpartum psychosis case. Sponsor: Goodr-Head to https://goodr.com/HIDDEN to claim $10 off your first order of functional, fashionable, and fun sunglasses. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Inside the Courtroom: Blood Evidence, Hospital Testimony & a Jury Fieldtrip | Lindsay Clancy Day 4
1w ago00:59:49Tap to summarizeDay 4 of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial brought the jury back inside the courtroom after a morning site visit to the Clancy home. I was there for every moment as jurors heard testimony from the first detective to see Lindsay at the hospital, officers who guarded her for more than 16 hours after her arrest, emergency physicians who desperately tried to save Dawson and Callan, and hospital staff who preserved critical blood and urine samples later seized by investigators. We also discuss what today's testimony revealed about the crime scene, Lindsay's injuries, the investigation, and why the Heard Foundation—created by Patrick Clancy in memory of Cora, Dawson, and Callan—continues to advocate for families affected by perinatal mental health disorders. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Police, Paramedics & Firefighters Describe the Horror | Lindsay Clancy Day 3
1w ago01:28:39Tap to summarizeDay 3 of the Lindsay Clancy trial- Lauren Matthias was inside the courtroom as police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs took the stand, each describing the chaotic moments they arrived at the Clancy home and the desperate efforts to save Lindsay and her three children. We also saw the prosecution continue building its case witness by witness, while the defense challenged key details surrounding Lindsay's injuries and condition. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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I Was Inside the Courtroom: HORRIFYING 911 Call & Crime Scene Evidence | Lindsay Clancy Trial Day 2
2w ago01:51:15Tap to summarizeOfficial audio for day 2! So sorry if you caught the audio mixup! I was inside the courtroom today while Patrick Clancy's 911 call was played for the jury. Tonight I will recap everything that I experienced... From what I heard, to how jurors reacted, and what I saw and heard Lindsay Clancy do as that call was played. Plus we will break down every other moment in court today- from the crime scene evidence shown, to Patricks pushback towards the prosecution, we will go through it all. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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"I would've done ANYTHING" -Patrick Clancy | Lindsay Clancy Opening Statements -Inside the Courtroom
2w ago01:58:18Tap to summarizeThe Lindsay Clancy trial is officially underway, and I was inside the courtroom for every moment of Day 1. From explosive opening statements to Patrick Clancy's highly anticipated testimony, I'll take you beyond the headlines and inside the courtroom to break down what the jury saw, what stood out, and what it could mean as this closely watched trial unfolds. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Inside the Lindsay Clancy Trial: The Battle Before Opening Statements
2w ago01:03:49Tap to summarizeThe Lindsay Clancy trial is officially underway, and before a single witness has testified, the courtroom is already erupting with high-stakes clashes over evidence, expert witnesses, the haunting 911 call, autopsy photos, and the defense's postpartum psychosis strategy. In this episode, we break down everything that happened during the first week of trial—from explosive exchanges between prosecutors and defense attorneys to Judge William Sullivan's key rulings that could shape the entire case. Whether you believe this was premeditated murder or the result of severe postpartum psychosis, this trial is poised to answer one of the most difficult questions in modern true crime. Sponsor: OneSkin- Get 15% off OneSkin with the code HIDDEN at https://www.oneskin.co/hidden #oneskinpod About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →5 Psychological Secrets Criminals Don't Want You to Know | Criminal Psychologist Explains
2w ago01:08:16Tap to summarizeHave you ever wondered what traits make up a criminal? Oftentimes our minds go straight to words like "evil", "psychopath", or "insane"... But the answer isn't that simple. In this episode, Dr. John Matthias explores five psychological traits that often appear in criminal offenders—and why understanding them can help us make sense of some of the most disturbing crimes. Drawing from decades of clinical and forensic psychology experience, he explains how these patterns develop, why no single trait predicts criminal behavior, and how they show up across real cases. Whether you're fascinated by criminal psychology or want a deeper understanding of the minds behind the headlines, this conversation offers thoughtful insights that go far beyond the true crime stories themselves. Sponsors: Amentara- Go to https://www.amentara.com/go/hidden and use code HIDDEN22 for 22% off your first order. Jones Road Beauty- Use code HIDDEN at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Transcribe →Lindsay Clancy Deep Dive | EVERYTHING You Need to Know Ahead of the Trial- Murder or Mentally Ill?
3w ago01:03:53Tap to summarizeA mother. Three children. One of the most heartbreaking criminal cases in America. As jury selection begins in the Lindsay Clancy trial, Hidden True Crime takes an in-depth look at everything that happened before the deaths of Cora, Dawson, and Callan Clancy. Beyond the headlines, we examine Lindsay Clancy's months-long mental health decline through medical records, psychiatric evaluations, medication history, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis, bipolar disorder, and the expert opinions that now sit at the center of this case. We'll walk through the complete timeline—from the family's seemingly ordinary final day together to Patrick Clancy's devastating 911 call, the prosecution's theory of premeditated murder, and the defense's claim that Lindsay was suffering from severe postpartum psychosis and command hallucinations. What warning signs were missed? Did the mental health system fail this family? And ultimately, was Lindsay Clancy criminally responsible for the deaths of her three children? Before testimony begins, this is the complete story—and everything you need to know before trial. About Hidden True Crime What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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