American Monster
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Investigates the psychology behind killers who hide in plain sight as ordinary community members.
Verdict: Good for fans of criminal psychology and killer profiling. American Monster profiles killers who maintained ordinary public facades while committing horrific crimes. The show's psychological focus sets it apart from standard case-of-the-week true crime.
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American Monster investigates horrific true crime cases, focusing on killers who hid behind ordinary facades. A biographical investigation into the psychology of killers.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is American Monster?
- Investigates the psychology behind killers who hide in plain sight as ordinary community members.
- Is American Monster worth listening to?
- Good for fans of criminal psychology and killer profiling. American Monster profiles killers who maintained ordinary public facades while committing horrific crimes. The show's psychological focus sets it apart from standard case-of-the-week true crime.
- Where can I listen to American Monster?
- American Monster is available on Apple Podcasts.
- Where should I start with American Monster?
- Start with: Episode 1 — best heard in order
- What format is American Monster?
- Serialised — 200+ episodes episodes, approximately 35-55 min each.
- What type of crime does American Monster cover?
- American Monster covers Serial Killer.
Quick facts
- Format
- Serialised
- Host style
- Solo host
- Style
- Atmospheric; documentary style
- Episode length
- 35-55 min
- Episodes
- 200+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Best to start
- Episode 1 — best heard in order
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