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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

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45:16

Her Killer Pleaded Guilty. We Uncovered Another...

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2026/10/27

Jacob Holt Johnson has pleaded guilty to aggravated murder in the death of Summer Roney. Now, newly uncovered search warrants raise disturbing questions about the Utah murder case, potential security camera footage, and evidence investigators reported finding on a computer seized from his home.Hidden True Crime’s Lauren Matthias was inside the courtroom for the October 22, 2026, plea hearing. In this update, she breaks down the agreement calling for life without parole, Summer’s family’s emotional

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54:48

A Dream Vacation, a $12,000 Debt, and Two Murders at...

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2026/10/23

A dream family vacation at Great Wolf Lodge ended with a father and his 3-year-old son dead—and a mother facing two counts of criminal homicide. Lauren Matthias of Hidden True Crime examines the Metallica Harrison case, the deaths of Charles “Chaz” Harrison and little Tristan Harrison, and the unanswered questions surrounding their three-week stay at the indoor water park resort in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains. From the reported 911 call and surveillance timeline to financial troubles, family

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91:27

Surrogacy Scandal HORROR: The Dark Psychology Behind...

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2026/10/17

Why would a wealthy couple spend millions of dollars bringing 21 children into the world through surrogacy, only to face horrifying allegations inside their $3.2 million California mansion? In this episode of Hidden True Crime, forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias explores the disturbing psychology behind the Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang case, examining ego, power, control, legacy, and the fear of death through the lens of Terror Management Theory. As investigators uncover disturbing surveillance

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90:26

Could the Holdout Controversy Stop a Second Trial? |...

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2026/10/04

The Lindsay Clancy case is far from over after a mistrial and an 11–1 jury split. Hidden True Crime’s Lauren Matthias breaks down the post-trial hearing, Judge Sullivan’s denial of the defense’s request for a finding of not guilty, and Kevin Reddington’s surprising argument questioning whether prosecutors proved Clancy killed her three children, Cora, Dawson and Callan. We also examine the separate double-jeopardy motion seeking to block a retrial, the fight over sealed juror notes, and holdout

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80:31

The Holdout Juror SPEAKS — And The Defense’s fight to...

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2026/09/19

Lauren Matthias of Hidden True Crime breaks down the stunning aftermath of the Lindsay Clancy mistrial, including what jurors say happened during the contentious 11–1 deliberations, the holdout juror’s newly revealed side of the story, and the disturbing controversy surrounding his identity and background. We examine the conflicting claims about reasonable doubt, the juror questionnaire, and the exercise-band demonstration—plus Lindsay’s renewed motion for a finding of not guilty and attorney Martin

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39:01

Her Final Messages Were About Lindsay Clancy—Hours...

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2026/09/16

Lauren Matthias examines the disturbing Corie Walsh case after the Illinois mother was accused of murdering her 2-year-old son, Barrett “Bear” Walsh—just hours after reportedly sending frantic messages about the Lindsay Clancy trial. What happened inside the family’s Frankfort home, why did Corie allegedly call her toddler the “devil” and “Antichrist,” and was her fixation on Lindsay Clancy connected to Barrett’s death—or evidence that she was already experiencing a severe psychotic break? Hidden

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81:50

The Experts Couldn’t Agree — Psychologist Dr. John...

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2026/09/06

The Lindsay Clancy trial ended in a mistrial, but one of the biggest questions remains: how could the psychologists and psychiatrists who evaluated Lindsay Clancy reach such different conclusions? Hidden True Crime’s Lauren Matthias sits down with clinical and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias to examine the conflicting expert testimony surrounding Lindsay’s mental state, alleged psychosis, diagnoses, medications and criminal responsibility. After weeks of testimony from mental health experts

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92:28

She Escaped Samuel Bateman’s Cult—Then Came a Message...

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2026/09/04

In this exclusive interview, Lauren sits down with Nomz from the documentary Trust Me: A False Prophet to discuss growing up in the FLDS, being recruited into Samuel Bateman’s cult, and the events that led to her spending time in prison after Bateman’s arrest. Nomz also reveals a message she received from convicted FLDS leader Warren Jeffs and reflects on reclaiming her voice. At the end of the episode, watch the powerful victim impact statement she recently delivered in court.Sponsor: ASPCA Pet

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188:17

FBI Psychiatrist Says Lindsay Clancy KNEW What She...

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2026/08/27

Lauren Matthias breaks down Days 21 and 22 of the Lindsay Clancy trial as the Commonwealth’s rebuttal case comes to a close with critical testimony from its final experts. FBI senior psychiatrist Dr. Gregory Saathoff challenged key parts of Clancy’s account, including the command voice she says told her to kill her three children, and testified that he believed she was criminally responsible and capable of controlling her actions. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington fought back in a lengthy

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121:34

Judge REPRIMANDS Prosecution After Lindsay Clancy...

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2026/08/25

The Lindsay Clancy trial took a dramatic turn on Day 19 as the prosecution continued its rebuttal case. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington finished his contentious cross-examination of psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack, challenging his experience, his evaluation of Clancy nearly three years after the killings, and his conclusions about postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis and criminal responsibility. Then psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun took the stand and revealed that Clancy told evaluators she said

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131:06

Lindsay Clancy’s Mom Reveals CHILLING Warning Before...

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2026/08/18

Lauren Matthias breaks down a dramatic Day 14 of the Lindsay Clancy trial as the prosecution RESTS and the defense begins calling witnesses—including Lindsay’s former coworker, sister and mother. In emotional testimony, Lindsay’s mother revealed that weeks before the deaths of Cora, Dawson and Callan, Lindsay told her and Patrick that she was having thoughts of harming the children. Jurors also heard about Lindsay’s worsening depression, self thoughts, hospitalization and desperate attempts to feel

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163:42

“I Feel Like I'm Going to Die” | Lindsay Clancy’s...

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2026/08/12

* This episode was recorded live and we are working out some audio issues in a newly redone studio :) Lauren Matthias is here to break down Day 11 of the Lindsay Clancy trial, where jurors heard some of the most alarming evidence yet about Clancy’s deteriorating mental health in the weeks before the deaths of her three children. Psychiatric nurse practitioner Rebecca Jollotta walked jurors through Lindsay’s private messages describing severe insomnia, depression, intrusive thoughts and desperate

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108:31

Inside the Courtroom: Does Blood Spatter Analysis...

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2026/08/06

Lindsay Soeaks & Forensic experts, & blood stain analysis took center stage in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial as jurors heard critical testimony about blood evidence, toxicology, DNA, prescription medications, and the crime scene investigation. Reporting inside the courtroom, Lauren Matthias breaks down testimony from trauma surgeons, Massachusetts State Police investigators, crime scene analysts, toxicologists, and bloodstain pattern experts who explained what they found inside the Clancy home

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40:01

EXCLUSIVE Interview: Andrea Yates' Attorney Has...

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2026/08/02

George 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

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55:49

Inside the Courtroom: Blood Evidence, Hospital...

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2026/08/01

Day 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

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88:39

Police, Paramedics & Firefighters Describe the Horror...

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2026/07/31

Day 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

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107:15

I Was Inside the Courtroom: HORRIFYING 911 Call &...

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2026/07/30

Official 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

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118:18

"I would've done ANYTHING" -Patrick Clancy | Lindsay...

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2026/07/28

The 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

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63:49

Inside the Lindsay Clancy Trial: The Battle Before...

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2026/07/26

The 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

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64:16

5 Psychological Secrets Criminals Don't Want You to...

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2026/07/25

Have 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

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