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Behind The Criminal Minds

Welcome to Behind The Criminal Minds, the rewatch podcast that also delivers on true crime! Join us as we delve into the psychology and inspiration behind every episode of the award winning TV show Criminal Minds. Each week, we alternate between analysing the BAU"s intricate investigations and discussing the true crime cases that inspired them. Uncover hidden details, explore real-life cases, and get ready for an immersive experience into the minds behind the crime.

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64:37

S01E17.2 Bernhard Goetz

Behind The Criminal Minds ·

2025/10/29

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, join us as we discuss Bernhard Goetz. An unassuming, intelligent young man, who went from being a recluse to the 'Subway Vigilante' overnight. How did his one act of violence spark a national debate on crime and race? And what do Squirrels have to do with any of this? Send us a text --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into the hit TV show, unr...

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74:50

S01E17.1 A Real Rain

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2025/10/14

We're back (again), and this week on Behind the Criminal Minds, we are discussing Episode 17, A Real Rain! The BAU fly off to NYC, one of them for the first time, to find an unsub who is killing seemingly indiscriminately. Can they find the connection between the victims in time to stop the Unsub from committing another murder? Send us a text --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delv...

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S01E16.2 Manson Murders

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2025/06/24

In this True Crime episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we learn about the notorious murders committed by the Manson family, and even branch out to discuss some history of the Apache culture. Send us a text --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into the hit TV show, unravelling the cases behind the crimes and exploring the psychology of the criminals. Tune in to our podcast for in-de...

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84:49

S01E16.1 The Tribe

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2025/05/15

In this weeks episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we are travelling to New Mexico as the BAU enlist the help of John Blackwolf, reservation police officer, when 5 college students are murdered in a style that eerily mimics Native American war rituals. Alongside the murders and another missing student, we also meet brother Hotchner! Join us as we provide our insights into the episode and debate whether or not we are 'Hot for Hotch'... Send us a text --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthu...

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S01E15.2 The Zodiac

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2025/04/30

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, we are diving into the infamous and notorious case of the The Zodiac! As one of the most well known serial killers in American history, we are taking a look at the element of the case that keeps arm chair detectives and true crime enthusiasts intrigued to this day...the ciphers! How is it that despite several communications to the media and the police, this killer has still not be caught? Join us as we discuss our thoughts and theories as we navigate ou...

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70:03

S01E15.1 Unfinished Business

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2025/04/01

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, were discussing Season 1 Episode 15 "Unfinished Business". Join us as we meet one of the 'original' BAU team on his journey to catch an Unsub who has evaded him for 18years! Will this be the day he managed to apprehend the elusive Keystone Killer? Send us a text --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into the hit TV show, unravelling the cases be...

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96:31

S01E14.2 Fred and Rose West

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2025/03/27

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, we are discussing the case of notorious killing couple, Fred and Rose West. The details of what happened behind closed doors at 25 Cromwell Street are both bone chilling and devastating. So what led up to the horrific events? And how could this case have inspired the most intriguing episode of Criminal Minds so far? Join us as we discuss the life and times of both Fred and Rose and dissect their lives until incarceration. Send us a text --- Hosts...

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S01E14.1 Riding the Lightning

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2025/03/04

In this special episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we're ecstatic to introduce our very first guest to the podcast! Join Claire, Eve, and guest host Tamara as we delve into the riveting episode, Riding the Lightning. Together, we'll explore the BAU's intense and emotional journey as they interrogate the notorious killer couple, Jacob and Sarah-Jean Dawes, in a race against time to uncover the true number of their victims—just two days before the scheduled execution. As the tension builds a...

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68:28

S01E13.2 The Tylenol Murders

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2024/11/27

On September 29th 1982, a series of seemingly random deaths in Chicago, Illinois, sent shockwaves through the city. As investigators quickly uncover the link through Tylenol capsules found at each scene, can they determine how this everyday household medication became a lethal weapon? Join us this week on Behind the Criminal Minds as we explore the case of the Chicago Tylenol Murders, unravelling the chilling sequence of events that not only took lives of seven innocent victims, but changed t...

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86:38

S01E13.1 Poison

Behind The Criminal Minds ·

2024/11/20

This week on "Behind The Criminal Minds", we dive deep into Season 1, Episode 13, "Poison." In a chilling turn of events, a father is discovered by police, crying in his car with the blood of his brutally murdered young son on his hands. Investigators quickly realise he has ingested a dangerously high dose of LSD. As the hospital in Beechwood, New Jersey, struggles to manage a sudden influx of patients with lethal levels of LSD in their systems, the BAU is called in, finding themselves ...

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S01E12.2 Ronald Lloyd Bailey

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2024/11/13

How did the disappearance of one child revolutionise law enforcement globally? How could a serial molester evade capture for so long? In this gripping episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we delve into the harrowing cases of Ronald Lloyd Bailey and Amber Hagerman. Join us as we uncover the shocking details of Bailey's life, and explore how the tragic events of Amber's abduction reshaped investigative techniques and child protection laws. Don't miss this deep dive into the dark realities and ...

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96:04

S01E12.1 What Fresh Hell

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2024/11/06

We are back after our summer break! In our latest episode we are diving into the events of Criminal Minds Episode 12: 'What Fresh Hell'. When a young girl is abducted from a public park, the BAU are called in to help bring her home to her parents. But were they called in on time? Join us as we once again analyse the methods of the BAU in solving the first child abduction case of the show, and with no shortage of tangents, dissect the complications of community involvement in the investig...

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BTCM Mid Season Break

Behind The Criminal Minds ·

2024/07/07

We are taking a mid season break over the summer! Listen back to your favourite episodes and we will be back soon with the next episode of Behind The Criminal Minds! Send us a Text Message.---Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into the hit TV show, unravelling the cases behind the crimes and exploring the psychology of the criminals. Tune in to our podcast for in-depth analysis, c...

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S01E11.2 Vampire of Sacramento

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2024/07/04

Could this be the closest matched true case to the episode so far? Find out as we delve into the chilling case of Richard Trenton Chase, infamously known as The Vampire of Sacramento. This harrowing tale explores the terrifying mind of a man driven by dark and twisted compulsions, leading him to commit some of the most gruesome crimes in history.Join us as we uncover the details of Chase's horrifying acts, his disturbing motivations, and the psychological turmoil that led him down this path o...

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S01E11.1 Blood Hungry

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2024/06/25

In our latest episode, we dive into the disturbing events of Criminal Minds Episode 11: 'Blood Hungry.' The BAU team investigates a psychotic theology student struggling to control his anthropophagic tendencies, leading to gruesome and horrifying consequences.Join us as we explore the psychological turmoil and chilling behaviours that drive this student to commit such heinous acts. We unravel the complexities of his mind and the terrifying impact on his victims, with a deep dive into one of C...

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S01E10.2 Leopold and Loeb

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2024/06/18

In our latest episode, we delve into the infamous case of Leopold and Loeb, two young geniuses who sought to commit the 'perfect crime.' This chilling tale explores the twisted minds of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb as they meticulously plan and execute the kidnapping and murder of a young boy in 1924.Join us as we unravel the psychological and social dynamics that drove these brilliant minds to commit such a heinous act. We'll examine their backgrounds, their motivations, and the shocking ...

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81:49

S01E10.1 The Popular Kids

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2024/06/11

In our latest episode, we delve into the chilling narrative of Criminal Minds Episode 10: 'The Popular Kids.' The BAU team is called to a small town in Virginia to investigate the murder of a high school quarterback, a crime that appears to be the work of a satanic cult.As the team navigates the close-knit yet divided life of this small town, they uncover secrets and tensions that complicate the case. Join us as we explore the complexities of this sinister investigation and the hidden dynamic...

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S01E09.2 Ralph Tortorici

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2024/06/04

In this gripping episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we delve into the harrowing story of Ralph Tortorici, a troubled young man whose desperate cry for help led to a shocking and tragic event. On December 14, 1994, Ralph, armed with a rifle, took over a classroom at the University at Albany, holding students and faculty hostage. His actions stemmed from a severe struggle with mental illness, making this case not just a crime, but a poignant reflection on the intersection of mental health an...

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S01E09.1 Derailed

Behind The Criminal Minds ·

2024/05/28

In our latest episode, we dive into the gripping events of Criminal Minds Episode 9: 'Derailed.' A college professor experiencing a psychotic break takes passengers of a train car hostage, demanding that the high authority remove 'it' from his arm.Join us as we uncover the identity of the 'higher authority,' unravel the mystery of what 'it' is, and find out which member of the BAU team is in peril in this intense episode. Don't miss this deep dive into a harrowing hostage crisis and the psych...

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S01E08.2 Keith Banks

Behind The Criminal Minds ·

2024/05/21

In our latest episode, we delve into the gripping life story of Keith Banks, the renowned Australian undercover cop and author of 'Drugs, Guns & Lies.' Join us as we explore the dangerous and often harrowing world of undercover operations through the eyes of a man who lived it.From infiltrating criminal organizations to facing life-threatening situations, Keith Banks' journey is a testament to courage and resilience. We discuss his first-hand experiences battling the drug trade, encounter...

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