Killer Minds: Inside the Minds of Serial Killers & Murderers

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Killer Minds: Inside the Minds of Serial Killers & Murderers
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Formerly known as "Mind of A Serial Killer," "Killer 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, "Killer 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? "Killer Minds" is a Crime House Studios original. New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday. Follow "Killer Minds" wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us at @KillerMinds on social media.

  1. MURDEROUS MINDS: Oscar Pistorius Pt. 2

    APR 3 • SUBSCRIBER EARLY ACCESS

    MURDEROUS MINDS: Oscar Pistorius Pt. 2

    After Oscar Pistorius fatally shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine's Day 2013, he claimed he'd mistaken her for a home invader. But the authorities weren't so sure. As they looked into Oscar's past, they realized there were a lot of things people didn't know about him... and they wondered if he was capable of murder. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us on social media, @crimehouse for more true crime content.

    1h 3m
  2. MURDEROUS MINDS: Oscar Pistorius Pt. 1

    1D AGO

    MURDEROUS MINDS: Oscar Pistorius Pt. 1

    In 2012, Oscar Pistorius became a household name after becoming the first double-amputee Olympic runner. But just a few months later, the man known as the "Blade Runner" made headlines for another reason. Because on Valentine's Day, 2013, Oscar's girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp was found dead... and Oscar had shot her. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us on social media, @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

    55 min
  3. SERIAL KILLER: "The Dark Strangler" Pt. 2

    5D AGO

    SERIAL KILLER: "The Dark Strangler" Pt. 2

    After the American police started to catch on to Earle Leonard Nelson's murderous rampage, he tried to lie low in Canada. But Earle couldn't stop himself from seeking out more victims... and it wasn't long before the Canadian authorities realized there was a serial killer in their midst. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us on social media, @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

    50 min
  4. SERIAL KILLER: "The Dark Strangler" Pt. 1

    MAR 24

    SERIAL KILLER: "The Dark Strangler" Pt. 1

    Known for his hulking frame and olive complexion, Earle Leonard Nelson was known as the Dark Strangler. In the early 20th century, this terrifying serial killer targeted older women in San Francisco. He charmed his way into their homes... then murdered them with his bare hands. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us on social media, @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

    1 hr
  5. BONUS: The Truck Stop Killer

    MAR 21 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    BONUS: The Truck Stop Killer

    In 2007, a young woman was found murdered at a rest stop outside Nashville, Tennessee. Police quickly found a culprit: a truck driver named Bruce Mendenhall. And it wasn't long before they realized he wasn't an ordinary murderer: he was a serial killer. Killer Minds is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram @crimehouse for more true crime content.

    8 min
  6. MURDEROUS MINDS: Charles Manson & The Manson Family Cult Pt. 2

    MAR 20

    MURDEROUS MINDS: Charles Manson & The Manson Family Cult Pt. 2

    In the summer of 1969, Charles Manson believed the world was about to descend into an apocalyptic race war he called “Helter Skelter.” But when his prophecy failed to materialize, Manson decided to start it himself… by convincing his followers in the Manson Family cult to commit some of the most horrific murders in true crime history. Murderous Minds is a Crime House Original. For more true crime content, follow us @crimehouse on TikTok and Instagram. 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

    1h 2m
  7. MURDEROUS MINDS: Charles Manson & The Manson Family Cult Pt.1

    MAR 17

    MURDEROUS MINDS: Charles Manson & The Manson Family Cult Pt.1

    Tune in to explore the chilling rise of Charles Manson, from his troubled youth in reform school and prison to his desperate pursuit of power in the late 1960s. Using his dangerous charisma, Manson formed the notorious Manson Family, a cult of devoted followers he manipulated into obeying his every word. Murderous Minds is a Crime House Original. For more true crime content, follow us @crimehouse on Tiktok and Instagram. 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

    1h 3m
  8. UPDATE: "Mind of a Serial Killer" is now "Killer Minds"!

    MAR 12 · BONUS

    UPDATE: "Mind of a Serial Killer" is now "Killer Minds"!

    "Mind of a Serial Killer" is getting a major update! Starting March 17th, this feed will be called "Killer Minds." Along with covering the world's most notorious serial killers, Dr. Engels and Vanessa will also be doing deep dives into the minds of the world's most famous murder cases, including ruthless cult leaders, deadly exes, terrifying spree killers and more. There's nothing you need to do -- all episodes will continue dropping in this feed! "Killer Minds" is a Crime House Original. Follow us @crimehouse and @killerminds 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

    3 min
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Formerly known as "Mind of A Serial Killer," "Killer 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, "Killer 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? "Killer Minds" is a Crime House Studios original. New episodes drop every Monday and Thursday. Follow "Killer Minds" wherever you get your podcasts, and follow us at @KillerMinds on social media.

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