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Hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, Hidden True Crime explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind some of the world's most compelling criminal cases. Lauren spent a decade as a television reporter. Dr. John has conducted psychological evaluations since 1996, serves as an expert witness, and consults on high-profile cases. Guest opinions and interviewees do not necessarily reflect those of Hidden True Crime, Lauren Matthias, or Dr. John Matthias. This channel is for educational, informational, and commentary purposes only. Content is based on publicly available information, professional experience, and personal opinion. Nothing presented constitutes psychological, medical, or legal advice, or a formal diagnosis. All individuals discussed are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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- Yesterday1h 39m
Lori Vallow Daybell Wants a New Trial. Could She End Up Facing Death?
*This episode was originally recorded live* Lori Vallow Daybell is fighting to overturn her Idaho murder convictions—but could a new trial put the death penalty back on the table? Hidden True Crime’s Lauren Matthias breaks down the Idaho Supreme Court appeal hearing, the justices’ tough questions, and the arguments surrounding the removal of Lori’s former attorney, Mark Means. At the center of the hearing: whether Lori’s constitutional rights were violated while she was deemed incompetent to proceed, and whether evidence involving Charles Vallow’s death and the attempted shooting of Brandon Boudreaux should have been admitted at trial. We examine the defense’s push to overturn her convictions in the deaths of JJ Vallow, Tylee Ryan, and Tammy Daybell, Idaho’s response, and what could happen next as the court considers her appeal. 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 days ago48 min
Mom Fights Off Home Intruder on Camera—Police Say It's Not What You Think
Arizona mom of two Bella Torres fought off a home intruder in a terrifying attack captured on security camera—but police say her fiancé, Zarian Dyer, allegedly arranged it and wanted to watch through FaceTime. In this episode of Hidden True Crime, Lauren Matthias examines the Buckeye home invasion, the allegations against Dyer and Adrian Ayala, and the disturbing Reddit messages investigators say reveal a plan to sexually assault Bella while her two young children were home. We break down the surveillance footage, alleged timeline, criminal charges, and defense claim of consensual role-play, while exploring the devastating betrayal at the center of this case. Both men are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. Sponsors: Mint Mobile- https://mintmobile.com/hidden Casper-Right now, buy a King mattress for the price of a Queen or a Queen mattress for the price of a Full at https://casper.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 5 days ago1h 36m
The Psychology of a Heinous Killer: Power, Control, and a Disturbing Family Dynamic | Summer Roney
Forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias joins Lauren Matthias to examine the disturbing questions surrounding Jacob “Jake” Johnson, who pleaded guilty to the aggravated murder of Summer Roney. What can his past relationships reveal about power, control, and possessiveness? How might family enmeshment help us understand his relationship dynamics? And what does the discovery of alleged CSAM mean—and what can it tell us about his interests? Hidden True Crime explores the reported evidence, warning signs of abuse, and psychological questions that remain in the Summer Roney case, known as the Utah House of Horrors. Previous Episodes Part 1 Apple Part 1 Spotify Part 2 Apple Part 2 Spotify Search Warrant Reveal Apple Search Warrant Reveal Spotify Post Plea Deal Interview Apple Post Plea Deal Interview Spotify Sponsors: Brodo- Head to https://brodo.com/HTC for 20% off your first subscription order and use code HTC for an additional $10 off. OneSkin- For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code HIDDEN at oneskin.co/HIDDEN. That’s 15% off oneskin.co with code HIDDEN. 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago45 min
Her Killer Pleaded Guilty. We Uncovered Another Investigation | Summer Roney —Utah House of Horrors
Jacob Holt Johnson has pleaded guilty to aggravated murder in the death of Summer Roney. Now, newly uncovered search warrants raise disturbing questions about the Utah murder case, potential security camera footage, and evidence investigators reported finding on a computer seized from his home. Hidden True Crime’s Lauren Matthias was inside the courtroom for the October 22, 2026, plea hearing. In this update, she breaks down the agreement calling for life without parole, Summer’s family’s emotional reaction, and a troubling discrepancy between the account presented during the plea hearing and Summer’s documented cause of death. We also examine Johnson’s statements to detectives, a recorded jail call about saved Blink security videos, a warrant for his Google account, and the reported discovery of child sexual abuse material that prompted a separate search warrant. What did investigators ultimately recover—and what questions remain unanswered? More importantly, are there more victims who deserve justice? Previous Episodes Part 1 Apple Part 1 Spotify Part 2 Apple Part 2 Spotify 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago57 min
A Guilty Plea. A Grieving Family. Questions That Won’t Go Away. | Summer Roney
Summer Roney’s family speaks out after Jake Johnson’s guilty plea to aggravated murder and an agreement calling for life in prison without parole. In this emotional interview, Lauren Matthias of Hidden True Crime sits down with Summer’s family to discuss their reaction to the plea deal, the questions they believe remain unanswered, and what they want the public to know about Summer and their fight for justice. They share their concerns about the account of her death presented in court and why a guilty plea does not bring the closure many might expect. Previous Episodes Part 1 Apple Part 1 Spotify Part 2 Apple Part 2 Spotify Sponsors: Ethos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/HIDDEN. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Trustpilot rating as of 8/1/2026. Jones Road Beauty: Use code HIDDEN at https://jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Gift with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #ad Hims: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://hims.com/hidden Article: Thanks to Article for sponsoring this podcast! Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://www.article.com/discount/hidden and the discount will beautomatically applied at checkout. 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago54 min
A Dream Vacation, a $12,000 Debt, and Two Murders at Great Wolf Lodge | Harrison Family Murders
A dream family vacation at Great Wolf Lodge ended with a father and his 3-year-old son dead—and a mother facing two counts of criminal homicide. Lauren Matthias of Hidden True Crime examines the Metallica Harrison case, the deaths of Charles “Chaz” Harrison and little Tristan Harrison, and the unanswered questions surrounding their three-week stay at the indoor water park resort in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains. From the reported 911 call and surveillance timeline to financial troubles, family allegations, and evidence detailed in search warrants, we explore what investigators have documented, what remains unconfirmed, and why this supposed early Christmas getaway took such a devastating turn. Sponsors: Cloaked- See if your SSN is for sale right now. My sponsor Cloaked will tell you for free in 2 seconds here: https://cloaked.com/hiddentruecrime DailyMedStore- Visit https://DailyMedStore.com today to secure your health essentials & use checkout code HIDDEN20 for 20% off. 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 39m
She Exposed Her Ex on Peoples Court...Hours Later, She Vanished | Michelle Parker
On November 17, 2011, Michelle Parker appeared on The People's Court alongside her ex-fiancé, Dale Smith, exposing their troubled relationship, allegations of infidelity, and a history of abuse. Just hours after the episode aired, the 33-year-old Florida mother of three mysteriously vanished after dropping off their twins at Dale's Orlando condo. Her abandoned Hummer, a bizarre one-word text message, and a cellphone recovered from a lake left investigators with more questions than answers. For nearly 15 years, Michelle Parker's disappearance remained one of Florida's most haunting unsolved mysteries—until October 14, 2026... But what finally led to an arrest after all these years? In this Hidden True Crime deep dive, Lauren Matthias investigates the FULL STORY of Michelle Parker's disappearance, the explosive People's Court episode, the evidence, the searches, the family's fight for justice, and the new forensic developments that could finally reveal what happened to Michelle Parker. Sponsors: Rula-Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/hidden #rulapod Mint Mobile-https://mintmobile.com/hidden 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 31m
Surrogacy Scandal HORROR: The Dark Psychology Behind the Mansion Full of Secrets & 21 Children
Why would a wealthy couple spend millions of dollars bringing 21 children into the world through surrogacy, only to face horrifying allegations inside their $3.2 million California mansion? In this episode of Hidden True Crime, forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias explores the disturbing psychology behind the Guojun Xuan and Silvia Zhang case, examining ego, power, control, legacy, and the fear of death through the lens of Terror Management Theory. As investigators uncover disturbing surveillance footage, allegations of systematic child abuse, and a surrogacy operation that continued even after children were removed from the home, Dr. John asks a deeper question: Was having so many children really about love and family, or could something far more psychologically complex have been driving this extraordinary pursuit? Join Lauren Matthias and Dr. John for a fascinating psychological deep dive into the possible motivations behind one of the most unsettling surrogacy cases in recent history. Surrogacy House of Horrors Deep Dive: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BvdDS9GvOdU0VqEEjSPCJ?si=oH7kTfOuSE2zasbvh-Z88g Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/21-babies-a-%243-million-mansion-the-secret-nobody/id1521619380?i=1000795905531 Sponsors: iRestore- Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code HTC at https://irestore.com/HTC ! #irestorepod ASPCA Pet Health Insurance: To explore coverage, visit https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/HIDDEN The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. For terms and conditions visit: https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/more-info/state-documents-and-sample-policies/. Products are underwritten by either Independence American Insurance Company (NAIC #26581), or United States Fire Insurance Company (NAIC #21113) and distributed by PTZ Insurance Agency Ltd. 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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About Hidden True Crime
Hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, Hidden True Crime explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind some of the world's most compelling criminal cases. Lauren spent a decade as a television reporter. Dr. John has conducted psychological evaluations since 1996, serves as an expert witness, and consults on high-profile cases. Guest opinions and interviewees do not necessarily reflect those of Hidden True Crime, Lauren Matthias, or Dr. John Matthias. This channel is for educational, informational, and commentary purposes only. Content is based on publicly available information, professional experience, and personal opinion. Nothing presented constitutes psychological, medical, or legal advice, or a formal diagnosis. All individuals discussed are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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