Hidden True Crime

On August 14, 2025, seven-month-old Emmanuel Haro vanished from a Big 5 parking lot in Yucaipa, California. His mother claims she was attacked while shopping—but investigators quickly found inconsistencies in her story. Now, with no Amber Alert, no suspects, and police saying they can’t rule out foul play, the search for Emmanuel is growing darker by the day. About Hidden True Crime: What started...

Stephen Sterns was recently sentenced for both the abuse and the murder of Madeline Soto after taking a plea deal. Clinical and Forensic Psychologist Dr. John Matthias is here to assess the sentencing statements, the risks of re-offense, and more. Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/hidden About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table bec...

When 10-year-old Jayden Spicer vanished from his Kentucky home, his family begged for prayers. Days later, his body was found in a shallow grave—and the shocking confession that followed has left a community demanding answers. In this episode, we unravel the timeline, the red flags, and the haunting questions that remain About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple conversation at their dinne...

A new lawsuit is pulling back the curtain on Kevin Franke’s life inside Jodi Hildebrandt’s grip. In newly filed court documents, Franke lays out disturbing claims of psychological abuse, manipulation, and control — revealing a darker side to the therapist who once had access to his family. Could these allegations explain how this nightmare unfolded? About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simpl...

In this exclusive Hidden True Crime interview, three jurors from the James Craig trial break their silence with Lauren — revealing what convinced them of his guilt, the moments that shocked them most in court, and what it was really like inside the jury room. REMI Go to http://shopremi.com/HIDDEN and use code HIDDEN at checkout for 50% off. About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple convers...

Lauren is here with Susan Hendricks, host of Headline Crime, and they dive into all the things, starting with what the cameras didn't show during Bryan Kohberger's sentencing. Subscribe to Susan here: https://www.youtube.com/@HeadlineCrimeSusan Visit http://cornbreadhemp.com/hidden and use code HIDDEN at checkout for 30% off your first order About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple conver...

A 7-month-old girl is found abandoned in a car seat—and within hours, her entire family is discovered brutally murdered in the woods. As the manhunt for Austin Drummond grips Tennessee, we unravel the haunting truth behind one of the most shocking family massacres in recent memory. Why was this baby spared—and why were her loved ones slaughtered? Get 15% off OneSkin with the code HIDDEN at https:/...

What really happened in Devil’s Den? A brutal double homicide, a vanishing suspect, and a community haunted by fear. 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 unt...

Lori Vallow spoke on camera just before she was sentenced in Arizona—and journalist Brianna Whitney was the one asking the questions for the third time. What did Lori reveal? What did she dodge? And what didn’t make the final cut? Subscribe to Briana here: https://youtube.com/@brianawhitneytv?si=hzORBc962k6jnFSr For the full podcast episode with Lori’s interview: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/...

She called him out in front of the world. One of James Craig’s daughters delivers a searing victim impact statement—while we reveal a secret letter James wrote before the murder and quietly passed to a fellow church member. 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 psychol...

Carrie Hageseth was one of James Craig’s secret sugar babies—but now, she’s telling her story on the record. In this exclusive Hidden True Crime interview, Carrie opens up about the messages, the manipulation, and the moment she realized the man she was dating was accused of poisoning his wife. What was it like testifying at his murder trial? And what does she want the world to know now? Get this...

**This episode was recorded live** Lauren is joined by Josh Ritter from Courtroom Confidential to discuss the latest in the James Craig trial as the jury continues deliberating. 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 j...

After Weeks of Shocking Testimony, It All Comes Down to This. The prosecution says James Craig was a calculating killer. The defense says he was a broken man in a broken marriage. Today, both sides gave their final word—and the jury is now deliberating. Was Angela Craig's death a tragic suicide… or cold-blooded murder? The verdict is coming. We break it all down. About Hidden True Crime: What star...

James Craig says he didn’t murder his wife—he says she asked him to “finish the job.” That’s what he wrote in a handwritten timeline revealed in court. In today’s episode, we break down the final bombshells before the defense rests its case… without calling a single witness. No one took the stand for Craig—not even him. So what will the jury believe? About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simp...

In one of the most powerful moments of Lori Daybell’s Arizona trial, witness Nancy Jo Hancock turned to the woman on trial, and delivered a line that stunned the courtroom: “Don't Flatter Yourself.” Now, for the first time, Nancy Jo sits down with Hidden True Crime to share why she felt compelled to speak out, what it was like to testify against Lori, and what she learned while talking with Charle...

**This episode was recorded live** The victims spoke. Lori did too. And the judge didn’t hold back. Dr. John Matthias analyzes the psychology behind it all—what Lori said, what she didn’t, and what it means. 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 Laure...

In one of the most damning days yet, lead detective Bobbi Olsen lays out James Craig’s digital footprints, handwritten confessions, and surveillance footage showing what he did right before Angela collapsed. From arsenic deliveries to mysterious hospital visits—this one’s explosive. About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. J...

Day 8 of the James Craig trial was another big day with testimony from Angie's siblings and GPS ping data, and Lauren is here to break it all down. 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...

Bryan Kohberger sat emotionless in court as victims’ families gave gut-wrenching statements—but what was really going on behind that blank stare? In this episode, forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias and journalist Lauren Matthias break down Kohberger’s chilling courtroom behavior, the psychology behind his silence, and what his sentencing hearing reveals about the man accused of the Idaho stud...

On Day 7 of the James Craig trial, court continued with testimony from former sugar babies of James Craig, and testimony about James' plan to put hits on people from jail. **note: This episode was recorded live. 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 L...

It’s the moment many all been waiting for in this trial— a chance to get more insight into what happened leading up to Angie's death- James Craig’s mistress, Karin Cain, testifies. From secret rendezvous to cryptic texts, her time on the stand pulls back the curtain on the affair at the center of this murder case. About Hidden True Crime: What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table...

**note: This episode was recorded live. I mention the name Lily, who is a sweet labradoodle sitting next to me! Today’s testimony was explosive. Forensic toxicologists and the Arapahoe County coroner took the stand, revealing lethal levels of cyanide and Visine in Angela Craig’s system. The autopsy confirmed what her body had been trying to say all along—this was murder. We break down the chilling...

** This episode was recorded live** He was a respected dentist, a father of six, and a devout Mormon—but behind closed doors, James Craig was plotting his wife’s murder with arsenic and cyanide. In this episode, we sit down with a clinical psychologist to break down Craig’s disturbing behavior, his manipulative actions, and the chilling psychology behind the smiling husband-turned-killer. About Hi...

Today in Centennial, prosecutors unveiled a chilling digital trail in the James Craig trial. A dental assistant recounted Craig’s obsessive text messages about a “priority package” – later revealed as potassium cyanide. Meanwhile, an Aurora detective detailed his web history—from arsenic buys to “undetectable poisons”—painted as premeditated murder planning. And in the most explosive moment: Ryan...

Day 3 of the James Craig trial —emotions hit the ceiling. Two of the Craigs’ children take the stand, painting a human portrait of their mother: devoted, vibrant, and “had plans for the future.” Meanwhile, prosecutors roll out the detective and digital‑forensics team, detailing how phones, hard drives, and chemical logs tie back to Craig. The courtroom buzzes as a Midland Scientific rep recounts a...