Mind of a Serial Killer

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Mind of a Serial Killer
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Every Monday, delve into the myriad minds of history’s most notorious serial killers like never before. In Mind of a Serial Killer, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, combine true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to uncover what drives these infamous killers. From Jeffrey Dahmer to Ted Bundy, they explore not just the lives and crimes of these infamous killers but the twisted psychology behind them. Together, they tackle the haunting question: what makes a serial killer? Follow Mind of a Serial Killer—a Crime House Studios original—wherever you get your podcasts. For more true crime content, follow us on Instagram and TikTok @crimehouse.

Episodes

  1. Elizabeth Wettlaufer 2

    DEC 2 • SUBSCRIBER EARLY ACCESS

    Elizabeth Wettlaufer 2

    For years, "Angel of Death" serial killer Elizabeth Wettlaufer flew under the radar. Because she made her murders look like death from natural causes, nobody suspected she was killing her elderly nursing patients. But a lifetime of shame and guilt was weighing on Elizabeth. And by 2016, that dam was about to burst. Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @crimehouse for more true crime content.

    43 min
  2. Elizabeth Wettlaufer 1

    1 DAY AGO

    Elizabeth Wettlaufer 1

    Growing up in a strict religious household, Elizabeth Wettlaufer had to repress her sexual identity. The years of lies took a toll on her, and she turned to substance abuse to cope. As a nurse, Elizabeth had easy access to drugs -- and she spiraled out of control. Eventually, the dam burst and Elizabeth took out her anger on the patients she was trying to save... and became a serial killer known as "the Angel of Death." Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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

    1h 2m
  3. Amelia Dyer Pt. 2

    NOV 18

    Amelia Dyer Pt. 2

    After Amelia Dyer was exposed as a merciless serial killer, the police scrambled to find her. They were too late -- she'd already disappeared. But when dead infants started washing up on the banks of the Thames River, it was clear Amelia was still out there. And this time, the authorities were determined to catch this serial killer before she vanished again. Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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

    51 min
  4. Amelia Dyer Pt. 1

    NOV 11

    Amelia Dyer Pt. 1

    When it comes to serial killers, few have been as prolific as Amelia Dyer. In 19th century England, Amelia ran a group home for infants called a baby farm. But instead of helping these children, she murdered them. Eventually, her scheme was revealed. But could the police stop Amelia before she murdered again? Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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

    54 min
  5. Charlie Brandt Pt. 2

    NOV 4

    Charlie Brandt Pt. 2

    To the outside world, Charlie Brandt was a regular guy who loved fishing, drinking, and hanging out with his friends. In secret, he was a vicious serial killer. After a horrifying murder-suicide revealed his true nature in 2004, the authorities wondered: how many victims did Charlie Brandt really have? Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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
  6. Charlie Brandt Pt. 1

    OCT 28

    Charlie Brandt Pt. 1

    When Charlie Brandt was a child, he murdered his mother and tried to kill his father and sister. For the rest of his life, he hid this terrible secret from the world. When the truth finally came to light in 2004, an even more frightening secret was revealed: Charlie Brandt was a serial killer. Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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

    54 min
  7. Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 4

    OCT 21

    Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 4

    In the gripping finale of our limited series, we explore Jeffrey Dahmer’s final murder spree and the chilling events that led to his downfall. As one of the world’s most notorious serial killers spiraled out of control, discover the shocking moments that sealed his fate. Don’t miss the final chapter of Mind of a Serial Killer, a Crime House Original. And come back next week as we examine the life of another serial killer. Follow @crimehouse on Instagram and TikTok for more bone-chilling 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

    48 min
  8. Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 3

    OCT 14

    Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 3

    Follow the twisted path of Jeffrey Dahmer as he evolved from a murderer to one of history's most notorious serial killers. Discover the disturbing motivations behind every sadistic act as his list of victims grew. Mind of a Serial Killer is a Crime House Original. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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

    59 min
  9. Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 2

    OCT 7

    Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 2

    After Jeffrey Dahmer’s first kill, he tried to suppress his deadly urges—but it wasn’t long before his dark desires took over. Uncover the chilling reasons behind his descent into madness, leading him to become one of the world’s most infamous serial killers. Don’t miss this gripping episode of Mind of a Serial Killer, a Crime House Original. Follow @crimehouse on Instagram and TikTok for more spine-chilling 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

    51 min
  10. Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 1

    OCT 7

    Jeffrey Dahmer Pt. 1

    In this four-part series, unlock the disturbing secrets behind one of history’s most notorious serial killers: Jeffrey Dahmer. Explore his early years and troubled childhood, uncovering the chilling motivations that drove him to become a cold-blooded murderer. Don’t miss this deep dive into the Mind of a Serial Killer, a Crime House Original. Follow @crimehouse on Instagram and TikTok for more spine-tingling 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

    51 min

  11. SEPT 18

    Introducing...Mind of a Serial Killer

    Every Monday, dive into the twisted minds of the world’s most notorious serial killers. Mind of a Serial Killer combines gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis, taking you beyond the crimes and into their minds. Hosted by Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels. New episodes drop October 7th. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @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 min

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Every Monday, delve into the myriad minds of history’s most notorious serial killers like never before. In Mind of a Serial Killer, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, combine true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to uncover what drives these infamous killers. From Jeffrey Dahmer to Ted Bundy, they explore not just the lives and crimes of these infamous killers but the twisted psychology behind them. Together, they tackle the haunting question: what makes a serial killer? Follow Mind of a Serial Killer—a Crime House Studios original—wherever you get your podcasts. For more true crime content, follow us on Instagram and TikTok @crimehouse.

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