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Hidden True Crime, explores the hidden motives behind unimaginable crimes, while examining our deepest fears along the way. Join us on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human mind and the unconscious motivations that drive human behaviors, both good and bad, in order to understand the world and ourselves. Pull up a chair at our dinner table as the dynamic husband and wife duo of Dr. John Matthias, a forensic psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes. What are they hiding? What are they hiding from? What remains hidden?
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1In January of 2024, at the request of 3rd parties, Dr. John interviewed Stacey Wondra, who at the time, was a suspect in the case of missing 5-year-old Michael "Monkey" Vaughan. Just a couple of weeks ago, Stacey was charged with kidnapping and murdering Michael. And now, Hidden True Crime is publicly releasing the interview between John and Stacey.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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“I don’t even know anything about this little boy…” That’s what Stacey Wondra told Dr. John in our January 2024 interview—now he and his then-wife, Sarah, are charged with first-degree murder, second-degree kidnapping, and destruction of evidence in the disappearance of 5-year-old “Monkey” Vaughan. In this hard but essential episode, we walk through the newly released probable-cause affidavits, timeline, and key evidence—alongside excerpts from our interview—to reveal what investigators say happened the night Michael vanished.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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Ashlee Buzzard was arrested on Friday, November 7th on a felony charge of false imprisonment and the victim has now publicly come forward. Plus, Lauren is joined by Anne Emerson of the Criminally Obsessed Network to discuss her experience in covering this case and a bit about what she uncovered on Ashlee's childhood.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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A mother in cuffs. A missing child. A possible accomplice in a purple wig. Ashlee Buzzard’s arrest on a “separate” felony charge may not be as unrelated as police claim. In this episode, Lauren Matthias and Dr. John Matthias unpack what this shocking detail could really mean for the search for 9-year-old Melodee.
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About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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The disappearance of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard just took a shocking turn. The FBI and Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office have raided her home, a storage unit, and the rental car her mother drove cross-country — and investigators now say Melodee was seen alive two days later than anyone thought, hundreds of miles away on the Utah-Colorado border. Where did she go next? And why were the car’s license plates switched from California to New York and back again?
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About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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This week, three shocking true crime updates broke all at once — and we’re unpacking them all. A father found dead the day he was set to turn himself in for his daughter’s death. Another father sentenced for murdering his missing baby son. And a college student accused of hiding her newborn’s body just hit with new court orders. I’m Lauren Matthias, and this is Hidden True Crime — where we uncover the motives behind the most unimaginable acts.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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A father. A missing teen. A 67-year-old accused predator. In seconds, everything changed. Aaron Spencer says he acted to save his daughter; prosecutors call it murder. Today we unpack the timeline, the 911 call, the charges, Arkansas self-defense law—and the national debate: protection or vigilante justice?
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About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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*This episode was recorded live* After four long years of heartbreak and unanswered questions, there’s finally a major development in the case of missing 5-year-old Michael “Monkey” Vaughan. One of the key suspects—someone John and I have both interviewed—has now been charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and destruction of evidence. In this episode, we break down the shocking new warrant for Stacey Wondra, what this means for Michael’s family, and why prosecutors say justice is finally closing in—even as the desperate search for Monkey continues.
About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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Nine-year-old Melodee Buzzard vanished after a cross-country trip with her mother—then Mom came home alone and stopped cooperating. Surveillance shows Melodee in a hood and what appears to be a wig; a rental car logged hundreds of miles; the FBI is now involved. In this episode, we trace the paper trail, the digital breadcrumbs, and the chilling 72-hour ultimatum to “produce Melodee or face arrest,” and ask the only question that matters: where is Melodee?
About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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On October 15th, Lauren did a 9 hour live going through the most painful details of their families lives in the last several months. Now, John is here to follow up on the psychology of smear campaigns, mob mentalities, cyber stalking and physical stalking.
About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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On October 15th, Lauren did a 9 hour live going through the most painful details of their families lives in the last several months. Now, John is here to follow up on the psychology of smear campaigns, mob mentalities, cyber stalking and physical stalking.
About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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In a surprising twist, Jake Haro plead guilty to the murder of his 7-month-old son Emmanuel and Lauren is here to break down all of the latest details.
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About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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After Lori Vallow-Daybell has finished her 3rd, and final, trial and is back in Idaho, her only surviving son, Colby Ryan sits down with Lauren and Dr. John to talk about what really comes after justice.
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About Hidden True Crime
What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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A small New Jersey town is reeling after two high school seniors were struck and killed by a speeding SUV — but prosecutors say it wasn’t an accident. What began as teenage drama has exploded into a case of obsession, stalking, and revenge. From gaming livestreams and disturbing messages to claims of police favoritism, this episode uncovers how months of warning signs led to a tragedy no one stopped.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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In this episode, Dr. John explores not only the case of Laken Snelling, but the topic of neonaticide as a whole. What is the psychology behind pregnant women who give birth and murder? Are there red flags we could be picking up on?
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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What began as a carefree camping trip for two Arizona teens ended in a crime scene deep in the mountains. When their bodies were found in the brush, investigators uncovered a trail that led to an unexpected suspect — a veteran with a chilling secret. This episode unpacks the evidence, the arrest, and the haunting parallels to Delphi and Kohberger that make this case one of the most disturbing yet.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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A 95-year-old woman in New York has been charged with the murder of her 89-year-old roommate at her nursing home. Dr. John Matthias is here with some thoughts regarding this case and what the drive is for female killers.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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New details are emerging in the Grand Blanc LDS church shooting—and they’re both heartbreaking and haunting. We break down what we’ve learned about the victims, the survivors fighting to recover, and the man investigators say carried out the attack. From chilling survivor accounts to a fundraiser raising more money for the shooter’s family than the victims’, this episode dives into the pain, the faith, and the complicated compassion unfolding in the wake of tragedy.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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The “grief book mom” case just took a dramatic turn. A key witness has backtracked, prosecutors are accused of withholding evidence, and Kouri Richins’ attorneys say this changes everything.
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What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.
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why wasn't he excommunicated
omg! I LOVE the song! LOL
great coverage L and Dr J, ty
you can tell he is used to being coddled by his parents....seriously dude, noone cares that u couldnt eat or that your having rolling panic attacks! there is a CHILD MISSING!
Lauren you are spot on with your statements. You are amazing. ❤
Most people who have depression are distorting reality when they say things like they're a horrible person and the world would be better off without them. In Lucy Letby's case, she was speaking the truth.
I'm so glad I listened to this, because even after reading about the crimes that Jodi Hildebrandt was arrested for, I had no idea how insidious this woman really is. I'm so glad she's finally in prison where she belongs.
She certainly knows what to say in a sentencing statement. Her lawyers must have given her really good advice. Criminal defendants should take note
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HTC, thank you for being our compassionate guide through this tragic saga.
I love you Anna! I love how you are showing how these people manipulate others. Thank you for sharing this.
This is a fascinating episode. HTC never fails to leave me new insights.
I have so many comments about this episode ! a lot of what she said contradicts what ex flds woman have spoken out about recently.
Sorry, Lori have her children killed - to get a rid of them and not to send them to a better place. She did it with her ex husbands.
I really love this podcast. I stumbled upon it and I'm glad I did. If I had one piece of feedback, however, it would be that I wish they did a little more prep for ad breaks. It's quite jarring to be listening along and then have an abrupt cut to an ad without warning. otherwise, love it!
oh my god! this podcast is like therapy to me and I love it and I'm blown away by it
Oh my goodness! I just listened to the first episode. John has this amazing monologue about his son at the end and it just really touched me. Like just really was meaningful to me. Anyway, I'm excited for the rest of the podcast!
I watched a physic who says she connects with the spirit world and this is before they found the kids. and she said exactly how they died what they did to the bodies and everything. and what she saw was it was Alex who and his lovely sister so yes it was her not Chad. she said how he dismembered Caylee but would do it again because he didn't think it would have been so messy. so that's why they didn't dispose of the 2and child the same way. and then they found the kids and it was exactly what that wonan saw.
This lady is a bit batshit to be honest.. I'm athiest. I can respect people's right to believe any B. S they want.. I dont respect the belief.. The bible is full of horrors but yet that's the book yous live by..
Oh good grief, your podcast is so dry. I am a retired therapist. The research is essential but OMG...