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The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories

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.

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All Episodes

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Episode 195 - Nova Scotia Nightmare - Inside Canada’s...

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2023/12/25

On the cold spring morning of April 19, 2020, a woman staggered from the woods outside Portapique Nova Scotia. Her bare feet were blackened from running through the woods, and she was covered in scrapes and bruises. She hammered on the door of a neighbor, who let her inside and called 911. She told police something had finally snapped in her abusive common-law partner Gabriel Wortman. But by the time she made that phone call, he’d already murdered 13 people and his rampage was far from over. How

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Episode 194 - Secret Bunker - The Keller Family Murders

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2023/12/18

Join us, as we examine the horrific case of the Keller Family Massacre. A family annihilation with no easy answers. You’ll hear the strange story of a doomsday prepper and family man who spent eight years digging an elaborate underground bunker into the side of a mountain. A bunker with only one purpose....his own survival. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please

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Episode 193 - Deceit in Derby - Unraveling the...

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2023/12/11

In May 2012, a man named Mick Philpott stepped up to the mic, at a small pub tucked away in a corner of Derby, England. Wearing a fedora and sunglasses, Mick picked up the microphone and waited for a few beats before belting out the legendary lyrics, "We're caught in a trap. I can't walk out." As Mick's wife giggled at the back of the pub, Mick poured himself into the Elvis song "Suspicious Minds" apparently unable to read the room. In the fairly tight-knit town, (where Mick was practically known

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Episode 192 - Austria’s Most Notorious Serial Killer...

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2023/12/04

Join us as we take a look at the shocking case of Austria’s most notorious serial killer - the unbelievable story of a violent, sadistic murderer, whose twisted crimes spanned two decades across four different countries. You’ll learn about a devious, crafty, and ruthless killer. Who wasn’t just hiding in plain sight…but in front of the cameras as well. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to

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Episode 191 - Chance Encounters Of The Deadly Kind -...

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2023/11/27

On January 16th, 2020, the JW Marriott in downtown Los Angeles was hosting the adult industry’s biggest awards night. The atmosphere was Pure glitz and glamour, setting the scene for a night to remember. As Amie Harwick stood on the red carpet, waiting to be photographed, she suddenly heard a familiar voice say the words “It’s funny seeing you here.” It was Amie’s ex-boyfriend. But the line wasn’t delivered with the seamless poignancy of a ROM COM leading man and this was no happy reunion. How to

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Episode 190 - Hollywood Horror - The Murder of Hervey...

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2023/11/20

On the morning of January 17th, 2012, Lauren Kornberg, (a dog walker), and her mother, embarked on a trail in the direction of the iconic Hollywood Hills sign, accompanied by a pack of 9 furry companions. But as the mother and daughter meandered along the trail, a Golden Retriever in the group, suddenly bolted off, with a high pitch bark and started digging frantically. When the faithful Goldie finally emerged from the underbrush, he proudly carried back something in his mouth - a bag…that

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Episode 189 - Escape from Reality - The Case of...

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2023/11/13

What’s the first thing you think of when you hear the word “cult?”. That one word alone paints a picture of constant surveillance, suffocating conformity, and a community that hates to let anyone go. For some people caught up in cult-like circumstances, finding a way out can be a dangerous undertaking. But what if a cult was the source of where you found all your meaning, all your connections in life and it had been that way for years? In this scenario, finding yourself on the outside looking in,

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Episode 188 - A Mother’s Worst Nightmare - The Murder...

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2023/11/06

In the dark morning hours of February 23rd, 2022, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Tara Pakanich was awakened by a loud bang. Warm under her blankets, still groggy from a sound sleep, the startling noise seemed like it could’ve been only one thing: the storm door. As Tara got out of bed to investigate, she noticed the lights still on in the basement, where her 24-year-old son, Shad Thyrion, had been hanging out for the last couple of days. But no one was down there now. As she headed back up the basement

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Episode 187 - Ghosts of Edgewater - The Chilling...

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2023/10/29

Join us as we delve into the haunting tale of an Edgewater Hospital employee, who met a gruesome end, at the hands of a killer who left no trace behind. You’ll hear about the perplexing case, that left Chicago police stumped, with months of dead-end leads, until they received a chilling message from beyond the grave. A message from the ghostly presence of Teresita Basa. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to

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Episode 186 - From Darkness to Light - How DNA...

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2023/10/22

Join us, as we look into the murder of Sharron Prior and a family whose unwavering love ignited hope and drove them to persevere against overwhelming odds. You’ll learn how advancements in DNA technology would eventually point to her murderer, a man who fully intended on taking his dark secret with him to the grave. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out

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Episode 185 - No Good Deed Goes Unpunished - The Case...

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2023/10/15

In May 2009, two complete strangers met on a train traveling between Charleston, South Carolina and Washington D.C. The two strangers were both women, close in age, one was 28, the other 30. The slightly older woman had the misfortune of having her wallet stolen, and so the other woman opened up her own and lent some money to the perfect stranger. This random act of kindness would take both women down a very dark and sinister path. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content,

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Episode 184 - Standing Her Ground - The Case of...

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2023/10/08

On a snowy January night in 2018, while most people were fast asleep and still enveloped in their post-holiday glow, the crack of a pistol shattered the silence of the frigid air. In a cozy little home in Stevenson, Alabama, a man had just been shot. Once. Twice. And then a third time before he fell. As he lay bleeding on the kitchen floor and as his shooter worked frantically to save his life, no one could be prepared for the harrowing events that were about to unfold. How to support: For extra

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Episode 183 - A Greek Tragedy - The Murder Of...

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2023/10/01

Join us as we examine the tragic murder of 19-year-old Caroline Crouch. You’ll hear how a young mother living in Greece, was murdered in her own bed during an apparent robbery gone wrong. You’ll also learn, how police launched a massive manhunt in search of a professional gang of foreign robbers, only to discover the truth…was much closer to home. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to

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Listen Now - Agent of Betrayal: The Double Life of...

The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories ·

2023/09/25

Here’s a preview of a new podcast I think you’ll enjoy. Amid the nuclear threat of the Cold War, America's prized secrets were falling into the hands of its sworn enemy, the Kremlin. The FBI's hunt for the leak led to an astonishing discovery—the mole was one of its own, special agent Robert Hanssen. For two decades, Hanssen masqueraded as a devoted patriot while ruthlessly selling out his country, trading classified intelligence to the Soviet Union and later Russia, in exchange for cash and

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Episode 182 - The Last Supper - The Murder Of Shirley...

The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories ·

2023/09/24

Join us as we examine the case of Richard Merritt. A small-town lawyer who swindled his most vulnerable clients only to have the entire scheme blow up in his face. You’ll hear how this successful lawyers fall from grace, ultimately ended in the most shocking and unpredictable tragedy. With the person who loved and supported him in his darkest time, brutally murdered. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to

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Episode 181 - Double Trouble - Olga Tyvsk's Evil...

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2023/09/17

Join us as we examine the incredible true story of Olga Tyvsk and her horrific encounter with a lookalike. You’ll hear a twisted story of friendship, betrayal, and cold-blooded murder. You’ll also learn that sometimes it’s not you who finds your very own doppelganger - your doppelganger, finds you. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and

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Episode 180 - Law and Disorder - The Disappearance of...

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2023/09/10

Join us as we delve into a saga of broken marriages, and an unfaithful husband who discarded wives like a modern-day Henry VIII. You’ll hear about a murder-for-hire plot and a case that examines the thin blue line between those who enforce the law and those who break it. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out our sponsors and help support the

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Episode 179 - Broiled Rats - The Mysterious...

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2023/09/03

For most people, a cemetery is a place to pay last respects to a loved one, to grieve a loss, or revisit a bittersweet memory of a happier time. For others, it’s a place of fear - full of superstitions and terrors. Whether or not you’re a believer in superstitions, there’s no question that a cemetery isn’t exactly your normal location for a casual meeting. But in the early morning hours of April 3rd, 2013, two people pulled into the Osteen cemetery in Deltona Florida to have a little chat…only one

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Episode 178 - The Brighton Ax Murder - The Cold Case...

The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories ·

2023/08/27

Join us as we take a closer look at the Brighton Axe Murder Case. You’ll hear a strange twisting narrative that left police and the suburb of Brighton puzzled for decades. And you’ll learn, how after all those years, a new analysis of this horrific crime scene got this very cold case moving yet again toward justice. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Please check out

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Episode 177 - From Fantasy To Tragedy - The Murder Of...

The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories ·

2023/08/20

In a world where fantasy and reality intertwine, one woman's extraordinary journey captivated millions. She was a cosplayer, camgirl, and an online sensation who brought fictional characters to life with a seductive twist. But behind closed doors, the cracks in her real-life relationships grew deeper, leading to a tragic climax that no one saw coming. How to support: For extra perks including extra content, early release, and ad-free episodes - Go to - Patreon How to

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