The Murder Mindset

deardhra mcgeough

This is my very interesting podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Inside the Mind of Elisa Lam: A Neuroscience Perspective

    26/12/2025

    Inside the Mind of Elisa Lam: A Neuroscience Perspective

    In this episode, we explore the mysterious and tragic case of Elisa Lam, a young woman whose death in 2013 sparked widespread speculation and media frenzy. This episode is not a retelling for shock value. Instead, we focus on what many true-crime narratives leave out: the neuroscience, psychology, and environmental factors that may have influenced her behavior and mental state. Drawing on research in anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychopharmacology, and environmental stressors, we break down: How mental health and sensory processing can impact perception and decision-makingThe role of anxiety, depression, and cognitive load in high-stress situationsHow environmental and situational factors might create a convergence of riskWhat neuroscience can — and cannot — explain about cases like Elisa LamWith a background in public health and behavioral science (graduate training at Johns Hopkins), The Murder Mindsetfocuses on education, prevention, and understanding, not sensationalism. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of mental health challenges, distressing circumstances, and sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised. 🎧 This episode is for listeners interested in true crime, forensic psychology, neuroscience, and the behavioral factors behind mysterious cases. Follow The Murder Mindset on Instagram and TikTok: @TheMurderMindset for case insights, short-form analysis, and episode updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  2. The Daniel Marsh Case | Neuroscience Behind a 15-Year-Old Killer

    12/12/2025

    The Daniel Marsh Case | Neuroscience Behind a 15-Year-Old Killer

    In this episode, we examine the disturbing case of Daniel Marsh, a 15-year-old who brutally murdered an elderly couple and later described the act as making him feel “happy.” This episode is not a retelling for shock value. Instead, it explores what many true-crime narratives leave out: the neuroscience, psychology, and developmental factors behind extreme adolescent violence. Drawing on research in adolescent brain development, psychopathy, trauma, and impulse regulation, we break down: How the teenage brain processes violence differently than the adult brainThe role of empathy deficits, reward circuitry, and emotional regulationWhether adolescents can fully understand consequences at this levelWhat neuroscience can — and cannot — explain about cases like Daniel MarshWith a background in public health and behavioral science (graduate training at Johns Hopkins), The Murder Mindset focuses on education, prevention, and accountability, not glorification. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crime and may be distressing. Listener discretion is advised. 🎧 This episode is for listeners interested in true crime, forensic psychology, neuroscience, and criminal behavior. Follow The Murder Mindset on Instagram and TikTok: @TheMurderMindset for case insights, short-form analysis, and episode updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

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