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Serial Killers & Murderous Minds
Hosted by Crime House · EN
"Serial Killers & Murderous Minds" takes you deep into the psychology of history’s most chilling murderers. From infamous serial killers to ruthless cult leaders, deadly exes, and terrifying spree killers. Every Monday and Thursday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a clinical and forensic psychologist, blend gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to uncover what drives people to kill.
From the calculated minds of serial killers like Jeffrey Dahmer and Ted Bundy to crimes of passion and cold-blooded murders, "Serial Killers & Murderous Minds" goes beyond the headlines to explore the twisted psychology behind the crimes. What fuels their darkness? How do their minds work? And most hauntingly—could they have been stopped?
"Serial Killers & Murderous Minds" is a Crime House Studios original. New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday. Follow "Serial Killers & Murderous Minds" wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us at @Crimehouse on social media.
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SERIAL KILLER: "The Alaskan Attacker" Pt. 1
May 19, 202500:54:42Summary readyJoshua Wade survived a violent, unstable childhood—but instead of breaking the cycle, he became the monster he once feared. In this episode, we uncover how years of trauma and unchecked rage culminated in murder—and launched one of Alaska’s most chilling true crime stories. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia YouTube: @crimehousestudios To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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MURDEROUS MINDS: The Disappearance of Natalee Holloway Pt. 2
May 15, 202500:51:55Summary readyHe lied. He evaded justice. Then, five years to the day after Natalee Holloway disappeared, Joran van der Sloot killed again. In Part 2, we uncover how his obsession with power and control led to the murder of Stephany Flores—and we unpack the confession that finally exposed him. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia YouTube: @crimehousestudios To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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MURDEROUS MINDS: The Disappearance of Natalee Holloway Pt. 1
May 12, 202500:58:46Summary readyIn 2005, Natalee Holloway vanished during her senior trip to Aruba. The last person seen with her? Joran van der Sloot. In this episode, we trace how a privileged, charismatic teenager became the prime suspect in one of true crime’s most haunting disappearances. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia YouTube: @crimehousestudios To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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SERIAL KILLER: "The Shoe Fetish Slayer” Pt. 2
May 8, 202500:41:57Summary readyJerry Brudos murdered four women—and kept their bodies as trophies. In Part 2, the investigation into Jerry Brudos' crimes uncovers a terrifying confession, gruesome photos, and the sickening evidence found in his garage. Find out how the Shoe Fetish Slayer was finally brought to justice. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia YouTube: @crimehousestudios To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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SERIAL KILLER: "The Shoe Fetish Slayer” Pt. 1
May 5, 202500:55:18Summary readyBefore he became one of Oregon’s most notorious serial killers, Jerry Brudos was a troubled boy with dark desires—and a violent need for control. In this episode, we explore his childhood trauma, disturbing sexual fixations, and his chilling transformation from outcast to predator. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia YouTube: @crimehousestudios To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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MURDEROUS MINDS: ‘Doomsday Mom’ Lori Vallow Daybell Pt. 2
May 1, 202501:02:13Summary readyWith a new conviction just handed down, ‘Doomsday Mom’ Lori Vallow Daybell is back in the headlines. In Part 2, we follow her twisted relationship with Chad Daybell, the murders that shocked the world, and the latest breaking news updates on her case.Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts.Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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MURDEROUS MINDS: ‘Doomsday Mom’ Lori Vallow Daybell Pt. 1
Apr 28, 202500:55:36Summary readyShe called herself a devout mother, but a jury just ruled that Lori Vallow Daybell is a convicted killer. In Part 1, we uncover how she was drawn into a fringe doomsday cult—and how her obsession with prophecy and power became a deadly mission.Killer Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Don’t miss out on all things Killer Minds! Instagram: @killerminds | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia YouTube: @crimehousestudios To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Presenting "Clues with Morgan Absher and Kaelyn Moore": A Crime House Original
Apr 25, 202501:24:38Summary readyCrime House has a new original show, “Clues.” Every Wednesday, join hosts Morgan Absher and Kaelyn Moore as they take you deep into the world of the most notorious crimes ever — where a single clue can crack a case wide open. From shocking murders to serial killers, Clues dives into all the forensic details and brilliant sleuthing of the world's most infamous cases. Search “Clues podcast” now and follow our new show on Apple and Spotify!Don’t Miss out on all things Clues! YouTube: @CluesPod | @crimehousestudios Instagram: @cluespodcast | @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia Clues is hosted by Morgan Absher & Kaelyn Moore Instagram: @morgsyabsher | @itskaelynmoore TikTok: @twohottakes | @heartstartspounding To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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SERIAL KILLER: The Golden State Killer Pt. 2
Apr 24, 202500:51:04Summary readyFor years, the Golden State Killer haunted California—and then simply vanished. But he wasn’t gone. He was hiding in plain sight. In Part 2, we follow the decades-long investigation that finally unmasked Joseph James DeAngelo, the DNA that cracked the case, and the shocking moment he was brought to justice.Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us @crimehouse for more true crime content. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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SERIAL KILLER: The Golden State Killer Pt. 1
Apr 21, 202500:56:41Summary readyBurglary. Stalking. Rape. Murder. Before the world knew him as the Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo instilled fear across California. In Part 1, we explore his dark past, twisted relationships, and how his obsession with control escalated into cold-blooded murder.Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us @crimehouse for more true crime content. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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