Hidden True Crime
True crime podcast review — 2026
"A rare journalist-psychologist pairing applied to some of the decade's biggest cases."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode
- ✓Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news
Pros
- +Episodic format — great for both casual listeners and committed fans, start anywhere
About this podcast
Hidden True Crime, hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind major crimes — a distinctive pairing of journalism and clinical expertise.
Best episode to start with
Episode 1
Episodic format — episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hidden True Crime
What is Hidden True Crime about?
Hidden True Crime, hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind major crimes — a distinctive pairing of journalism and clinical expertise.
Is Hidden True Crime worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Good if you want a forensic psychologist unpacking hidden motives". Journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr John Matthias explore the hidden motives and psychology behind major crimes, including extensive Lori Vallow / Chad Daybell coverage.
Who is Hidden True Crime for?
Hidden True Crime is ideal for: Listeners who prefer variety — a new case with every episode; Fans of original investigative journalism over retold news.
What is the best episode of Hidden True Crime to start with?
We recommend starting with Episode 1. Episodes can generally be enjoyed in any order.
What podcasts are similar to Hidden True Crime?
If you enjoy Hidden True Crime, you might also like: A Million Other Choices, Profiler: True Crime Africa, Foul Play: A Historical True Crime Podcast, MURDERISH. See our full "Podcasts Like Hidden True Crime" page for more recommendations.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Dual host
- Style
- Psychological, journalistic, insightful
- Episode length
- 40-55 min
- Episodes
- 100+ episodes
- Country
- United States
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