The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories

The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories

Ordinary people who do unthinkable things...The Minds of Madness is a True Crime Podcast that examines the most disturbing criminal minds and the impact violent crimes have on survivors of homicide.

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July 6, 2025 46 mins
In 2023, a man and woman in their early thirties met at a treatment center in Iowa.
Both were working to overcome alcohol addiction.

Inside the structure of recovery, their connection grew quickly and deeply.
But when they moved in together after the program ended, they found themselves at a crossroads.

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At 4:32 p.m., 911 dispatchers in Gulf Breeze Florida, took a call from a quiet suburban home and then another. 

Minutes later… they got a third call, but this time, gunshots could be heard in the background.

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Join us, as we uncover a case that led to FBI intervention, a search through thousands of tons of landfill waste, and a defense built on cocaine, forged checks, and claims of brain damage.

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Join us, as we examine the tragic death of Todd Stermer – a father of three and beloved youth sports coach. 

You'll hear how a seemingly accidental house fire evolved into accusations of arson and calculated murder.

And you'll learn how a single gas station visit on a cold January morning would become the linchpin in a murder case that spanned eighteen years and two separate trials.

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Join us, as we examine a chilling string of homicides that terrorized a border town and kickstarted a massive police investigation.

You'll learn the harrowing story of a victim who barely escaped death to ID a serial killer.

And you'll hear the shocking confession of a true wolf in sheep's clothing – who was living a double life that had fooled everyone around him…including the police.

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Join us, as we examine the murder of Anita Knutson — a case that’s haunted a small town for nearly two decades, and left one lingering question:

Who really killed Anita?

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Join us, as we examine the murder of Kay Baker, a beloved school teacher and mother of two. 

You’ll hear how a night out with friends ended in tragedy… and how the warnings of another woman, years earlier, went unheeded until it was too late.

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Join us for part 2 of Treehouse Cinderella: The Murder of Matthew Bonnett. 

You'll hear how the seemingly straightforward case against Tyrone Tucker began to unravel in spectacular fashion and how Tyrone, facing life in prison, made the extraordinary decision to serve as his own attorney at trial, taking on the full might of the state in a battle for his freedom.

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Join us, as we dive into the murder of Matthew Bonnett – an eccentric juggler who was stabbed to death on his own property.  

In Part 1, you'll hear how a late-night robbery turned deadly when Matthew tried stopping two masked men from attacking his upstairs neighbor. 

You'll also hear how three men from a nearby warehouse found themselves caught in a web of conflicting stories, grainy surveillance footage, a...
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Join us, as we delve into the brutal murder of Christina Parcell—a devoted mother found stabbed 35 times in her own home.

You’ll hear how a crime scene eerily staged with scattered rose petals sent investigators down a path darker than they ever expected, uncovering secrets that would shake even the most hardened detectives.

And in the courtroom, a confession so shocking, it blurred the line between vigilante...
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Join us, as we examine the murder of Lynn Hernan – a death initially believed to be a tragic suicide. 

You'll learn how a routine toxicology report uncovered a sinister secret hidden in Lynn's blood and how suspicious financial clues and her family's questions pointed detectives toward an unexpected suspect. 

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Join us, as we examine the strange death of Barbara Kendhammer—a loving mother whose life ended under bizarre and tragic circumstances. 

You'll hear how such an unimaginable misfortune, as described by Barbara’s husband, led to investigators uncovering troubling inconsistencies that cast doubt on his story and raised serious questions.

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Join us, as we examine the murder of Toni Westover - an innocent bystander who was in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong people.

You'll hear how a week-long meth binge inside a small apartment spiraled into tragedy, told through the voices of six people who were there—including the man arrested and tried for murder.

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Join us, as we take a look at the mysterious disappearance of Jennifer Dulos - a wealthy mother-of-five who vanished from her Connecticut mansion, leaving behind a blood-spattered garage. 

You’ll hear the shocking claims made by her estranged husband who claimed, that Jennifer staged her own disappearance “Gone Girl” style. 

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Join us, as we dive into the murder of Emily Ferlazzo – a 22-year-old nursing assistant with an adventurous spirit. 

You'll hear how a young bride with dreams of traveling the world found herself swept up in a whirlwind romance that seemed perfect for Instagram…and how what began as a romantic getaway in Vermont's autumn foliage, soon ended in murder and a shocking confession.

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Join us, as we uncover the shocking murder of Michael Cochran. A man who spent his life building something extraordinary, only to have it ripped away in an instant.

A story of ambition, deception, and betrayal. And a truth so devastating… it cost him everything.

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Join us, as we dive into the sinister murder of Rachelle Brewsaugh. 

You’ll hear the story of a 50-year-old grandmother attempting to begin a brand new chapter in her life and the horrifying details behind her gruesome murder. 

Was it the tragic result of a drug trafficking vendetta?  Or was it a betrayal from someone much closer?

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Join us, as we examine the death of Ryelee Manente-Powell. 

You’ll hear how an 18-year-old father was shot dead minutes after Angela’s discovery and how one split-second decision left a teenager dead, his mother imprisoned, and a former police officer on trial — leaving a small community to question whether it was self-defense or a calculated execution.

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Greenwood, South Carolina is a town where folks leave their doors unlocked, and everyone knows each other's business. But on May 7th, 2023, that small-town sense of security was shattered. A father of three, hiding out at his parents' house after a fatal hit-and-run. A man left for dead in the middle of the road. And a storm of jealousy, rage, and revenge that had been brewing for months.

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February 25, 2025 15 mins
Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson takes you through high-profile investigations like the murder of Gabby Petito, t...
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