Behind The Criminal Minds

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, join us as we discuss Bernhard Goetz. An unassuming, intelligent young man, who went from being a recluse to the 'Subway Vigilante' overnight. How did his one act of violence spark a national debate on crime and race? And what do Squirrels have to do with any of this? Send us Fan Mail --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcaste...

We're back (again), and this week on Behind the Criminal Minds, we are discussing Episode 17, A Real Rain! The BAU fly off to NYC, one of them for the first time, to find an unsub who is killing seemingly indiscriminately. Can they find the connection between the victims in time to stop the Unsub from committing another murder?  Send us Fan Mail --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiast...

In this True Crime episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we learn about the notorious murders committed by the Manson family, and even branch out to discuss some history of the Apache culture. Send us Fan Mail --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into the hit TV show, unravelling the case...

In this weeks episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we are travelling to New Mexico as the BAU enlist the help of John Blackwolf, reservation police officer, when 5 college students are murdered in a style that eerily mimics Native American war rituals. Alongside the murders and another missing student, we also meet brother Hotchner! Join us as we provide our insights into the episode and debate w...

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, we are diving into the infamous and notorious case of the The Zodiac! As one of the most well known serial killers in American history, we are taking a look at the element of the case that keeps arm chair detectives and true crime enthusiasts intrigued to this day...the ciphers! How is it that despite several communications to the media and the police, this...

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, were discussing Season 1 Episode 15 "Unfinished Business". Join us as we meet one of the 'original' BAU team on his journey to catch an Unsub who has evaded him for 18years! Will this be the day he managed to apprehend the elusive Keystone Killer? Send us Fan Mail --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide y...

This week on Behind the Criminal Minds, we are discussing the case of notorious killing couple, Fred and Rose West. The details of what happened behind closed doors at 25 Cromwell Street are both bone chilling and devastating. So what led up to the horrific events? And how could this case have inspired the most intriguing episode of Criminal Minds so far? Join us as we discuss the life and times o...

In this special episode of Behind the Criminal Minds , we're ecstatic to introduce our very first guest to the podcast! Join Claire, Eve, and guest host Tamara as we delve into the riveting episode, Riding the Lightning . Together, we'll explore the BAU's intense and emotional journey as they interrogate the notorious killer couple, Jacob and Sarah-Jean Dawes, in a race against time...

On September 29th 1982, a series of seemingly random deaths in Chicago, Illinois, sent shockwaves through the city. As investigators quickly uncover the link through Tylenol capsules found at each scene, can they determine how this everyday household medication became a lethal weapon? Join us this week on Behind the Criminal Minds as we explore the case of the Chicago Tylenol Murders, unravelling...

 This week on "Behind The Criminal Minds" , we dive deep into Season 1, Episode 13, "Poison." In a chilling turn of events, a father is discovered by police, crying in his car with the blood of his brutally murdered young son on his hands. Investigators quickly realise he has ingested a dangerously high dose of LSD. As the hospital in Beechwood, New Jersey, struggles to manage...

How did the disappearance of one child revolutionise law enforcement globally? How could a serial molester evade capture for so long? In this gripping episode of Behind the Criminal Minds , we delve into the harrowing cases of Ronald Lloyd Bailey and Amber Hagerman. Join us as we uncover the shocking details of Bailey's life, and explore how the tragic events of Amber's abduction reshape...

We are back after our summer break! In our latest episode we are diving into the events of Criminal Minds Episode 12: 'What Fresh Hell'. When a young girl is abducted from a public park, the BAU are called in to help bring her home to her parents. But were they called in on time?  Join us as we once again analyse the methods of the BAU in solving the first child abduction case of the sho...

We are taking a mid season break over the summer! Listen back to your favourite episodes and we will be back soon with the next episode of Behind The Criminal Minds!  Send us Fan Mail --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into the hit TV show, unravelling the cases behind the crimes and ex...

Could this be the closest matched true case to the episode so far? Find out as we delve into the chilling case of Richard Trenton Chase, infamously known as The Vampire of Sacramento. This harrowing tale explores the terrifying mind of a man driven by dark and twisted compulsions, leading him to commit some of the most gruesome crimes in history. Join us as we uncover the details of Chase's h...

In our latest episode, we dive into the disturbing events of Criminal Minds Episode 11: 'Blood Hungry.' The BAU team investigates a psychotic theology student struggling to control his anthropophagic tendencies, leading to gruesome and horrifying consequences. Join us as we explore the psychological turmoil and chilling behaviours that drive this student to commit such heinous acts. We u...

In our latest episode, we delve into the infamous case of Leopold and Loeb, two young geniuses who sought to commit the 'perfect crime.' This chilling tale explores the twisted minds of Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb as they meticulously plan and execute the kidnapping and murder of a young boy in 1924. Join us as we unravel the psychological and social dynamics that drove these brillia...

In our latest episode, we delve into the chilling narrative of Criminal Minds Episode 10: 'The Popular Kids.' The BAU team is called to a small town in Virginia to investigate the murder of a high school quarterback, a crime that appears to be the work of a satanic cult. As the team navigates the close-knit yet divided life of this small town, they uncover secrets and tensions that compl...

In this gripping episode of Behind the Criminal Minds, we delve into the harrowing story of Ralph Tortorici, a troubled young man whose desperate cry for help led to a shocking and tragic event. On December 14, 1994, Ralph, armed with a rifle, took over a classroom at the University at Albany, holding students and faculty hostage. His actions stemmed from a severe struggle with mental illness, mak...

In our latest episode, we dive into the gripping events of Criminal Minds Episode 9: 'Derailed.' A college professor experiencing a psychotic break takes passengers of a train car hostage, demanding that the high authority remove 'it' from his arm. Join us as we uncover the identity of the 'higher authority,' unravel the mystery of what 'it' is, and find out...

In our latest episode, we delve into the gripping life story of Keith Banks, the renowned Australian undercover cop and author of 'Drugs, Guns & Lies.' Join us as we explore the dangerous and often harrowing world of undercover operations through the eyes of a man who lived it. From infiltrating criminal organizations to facing life-threatening situations, Keith Banks' journey i...

Join us as we dissect the chilling narrative of Criminal Minds Episode 8: 'Natural Born Killer.' In this gripping episode, the BAU team races against time to save the life of an undercover police officer while facing off against a mob hitman who takes a little too much pleasure in his work. Delve into the twisted mind of a killer who thrives on violence and intimidation, and explore the...

In our latest episode, we delve into the chilling story of Tommy Lynn Sells, the transient psychopath infamously known as the Coast to Coast Killer. Join us as we explore the harrowing details of Sells' murderous rampage across the country and the devastating impact on his victims and their families. From his troubled upbringing to his ruthless modus operandi, we analyze the twisted mind of a...

In our latest episode, we unravel the chilling narrative of Criminal Minds Episode 7: 'The Fox,' where the BAU confronts the disturbing phenomenon of a Family Annihilator case. Join us as we analyse the haunting details of this harrowing episode and explore the psychology behind the perpetrator's actions. From the methodical planning to the devastating aftermath, we delve deep into...

In our latest episode, we delve into the chilling case of Richard Angelo, infamously known as the Angel of Death. As a former nurse, Angelo's attention-seeking behavior took a sinister turn, leading to the deaths of six known victims. However, the true extent of his crimes suggests he may be responsible for dozens more. Join us as we uncover the disturbing details of Angelo's reign of te...

The BAU jet off to Des Plaines, Illinois to help the local police in their search for an Unsub who’s shooting victims from afar, and only managing to wound them. Is this deliberate? Or is the Unsub just as bad a shot as Dr Reid?  Send us Fan Mail --- Hosts Eve and Claire, true crime enthusiasts turned podcasters, guide you through the thrilling world of Criminal Minds. Each episode, we delve into...