Diagnosing A Killer

Diagnosing A Killer

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Two sisters dive deep into the stories of killers that happen to struggle with mental illness and disorders. Koelle is a true crime junkie and mental health advocate who is all about breaking the stigma, and is pursuing a career in forensic science, while Kenna has a degree in Psychology working in the behavioral health field, and loves everything mental health and true crime. Join us as we elaborate on different types of diagnoses, brutal crimes, and the people behind them. You are not alone, and we love you. National Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800)273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-865...

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Diagnosing A Killer

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www.diagnosingakiller.com

Latest episode

Oct 1, 2024

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Episodes

Episode 47.1: Elliot Rodger: Part 1 26.05.2023

HEY!!! Welcome back to another...... 2-parter! This week, Koelle talks us through the childhood and personal stories of Elliot Rodger, and leads us with suspense up to his hatred for all. Join us as we banter, share stories, and get spooked. Enjoy! Check out diagnosingakiller.com ! :) Support the show! Looking for a new therapist? Use our code at betterhelp.com/dakpod for a discount! Check out som...

The Mental Breakdown: Temporary Insanity & The Insanity Plea 23.05.2023

Welcome! For this week's mental breakdown, Koelle talks us through the history of the insanity plea, and what it means to be found temporarily insane. Also included in this episode are some cases in which these pleas were used. We hope you enjoy! Let us know what you'd like us to break down next! Check out diagnosingakiller.com for some awes merch! :) Click here to support the show! Bright Cellars...

Episode 46: Anders Breivik 19.05.2023

IT'S A REQUEST!!! AGAIN! Hey, everyone! This week, Kenna brings you a case from Norway that was requested by one of our lovely listeners. This case is wild from the start, with Anders experiencing a horrible childhood with nobody being willing to help remove him from his abuser. Join us as we talk through his life, crimes, and many diagnoses. Check out diagnosingakiller.com for awesome merch! :) S...

The Mental Breakdown: Delusional Disorder 16.05.2023

Hey! For this week's mental breakdown, Kenna tackles a request by one of our listeners that is a licensed mental health professional. Join us as we talk through the different types of Delusional Disorder, signs and symptoms. A special thanks to Stephanie for the request! Check out diagnosingakiller.com :) Click here to Support the show! https://www.patreon.com/diagnosingakiller Use our discount fo...

Episode 45: Timothy McVeigh 12.05.2023

"Oh, I just realized this was about the Oklahoma City Bombing"....-Kenna. Hey, y'all! Once again, Koelle brings us an amazingly detailed case about Timothy McVeigh, an ultra racist, radical, government-hating guy who decided to get revenge on the government. Timothy's childhood was much different than we usually talk about, but extremely toxic nonetheless. Join us as we talk through his life and c...

The Mental Breakdown: Hypnotherapy and Suggestibility 09.05.2023

Hi! In this week's Mental Breakdown, Koelle talks through what used to be known as hypnosis for hysteria, and how it has evolved over the years to become what we know today as Hypnotherapy. Join us as we elaborate on the types of hypnotherapy, diagnoses that can benefit from it, and the details of alternative medicine. Check out diagonisingakiller.com for some awesome merchandise! :) Support the s...

Episode 44: Richard Matt and David Sweat 06.05.2023

Hello! For this week's episode, Kenna brings the story of Richard Matt and David Sweat's lives, crimes, and ESCAPE? These two men grew up in different places, but their childhoods were very similar. It's no surprise that they would both land in prison on murder charges, and they would eventually become cellmates. Welp, with the help of some unsuspecting people, the two men would lead law enforceme...

The Mental Breakdown: Contract Killers A.K.A. Hitmen 02.05.2023

Yo! For this week's mental breakdown, Kenna talks through the 4 types of hitmen, specific cases of murder-for-hire, and infamous people who got caught. Join us and learn something new! Check out our merchandise at diagnosingakiller.com :) Support the show and get exclusive content! Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/dakpod Click here for your Lindt Chocolate deal! -> https://www.pjt...

Episode 43: Randy Stair 27.04.2023

Welcome back! Randy Stair had a poor childhood, growing up with a lot of internal issues that he would keep inside to fester. This week, Koelle dives deep into the early life and crimes of Randy, as well as his many cries for help, ultimately ending his life. Check out diagnosingakiller.com :) Support the show! Click here to check out Plant Therapy! -> https://www.pjatr.com/t/2-545359-293495-17...

The Mental Breakdown: Avoidance Behaviors 25.04.2023

Hey, y'all! Welcome back to another Mental Breakdown, brought to you this week by Koelle. In this episode, Koelle talks through 5 common avoidance behaviors, and the diagnoses they are usually associated with. Listen now to learn something new! Check out diagnosingakiller.com :) Support the show! Click here for a discount with BetterHelp! -> Betterhelp.com/dakpod Check out Allurez! -> https:...

DAK Live: With Tyler Fletcher 20.04.2023

Hey, y'all! Our good friend Tyler from Moviecation Podcast graciously joined us today for a new DAK live! As you know by now, our DAK live's are raw, unedited and unfiltered conversations about anything and everything. In today's episode, we discuss the movie Split, D.I.D., being hungover and personal mental illness stories. Thanks for being with us, Ty! Support the show! Check out diagnosingakill...

The Mental Breakdown: Folie A Deux 17.04.2023

It's collab time!!! This week, we decided to pair up with the podcast, Lady, You're Scaring Us! In their episode, they talk about the case of the Tromp Family, and their shared psychosis, and in our episode, we break down exactly what that psychosis is all about. You do not want to miss this one! A special thank you to Hillary, Taylor and Morgan! Our website :) diagnosingakiller.com Support the sh...

Episode 42: Katherine Knight 13.04.2023

It's a case..... FROM DOWN UNDER! This week, Kenna talks about perhaps Australia's most infamous woman, Katherine May Knight. Katherine's childhood was absolutely awful, filled with abuse, rage, loss, and inappropriate conversations left and right. Growing older, Katherine knew she was not going to be walked all over again. However, she would take this domineering personality way too far, and end...

The Mental Breakdown: Psychological Profiles 13.04.2023

Ever wonder what the FBI does while they are looking for a suspect at large? Some of the greatest FBI profilers get together and make a list of all the traits of a suspect, and they are pretty spot on most of the time. However, when the perpetrator is yet to be caught, or never gets caught, the psychological profile is all we have to study. Join us as Koelle talks through 3 infamous cases where id...

Episode 41: Jack Gilbert Graham 06.04.2023

If you have heard of this case, we will be impressed! Jack Graham had a horrible childhood, being abandoned by both parents at a very young age. Despite his troubles, Jack joined the military at just 16 years old. However, going AWOL would be the first of a long line of crimes, ultimately leading up to a horrific act that shocked the nation. Join us as Kenna talks through Jack's life, crime, and c...

The Mental Breakdown: Phobias 03.04.2023

For this week's mental breakdown, Kenna talks us through the 10 most common phobias, with a few rare ones sprinkled in for fun. We hope you learn something new today! Support the show! Click here for your delicious Lindt Chocolate discount! -> https://www.pntra.com/t/2-534911-293495-140704 Check out Gold Medal Wine Club today! -> https://www.pjtra.com/t/2-343385-293495-170534 We love you, YO...

Episode 40: Mark David Chapman 30.03.2023

Hey there! For this week's episode, Koelle brings us the heartbreaking story of Mark David Chapman and his infamous crime that rocked the world. Join us as Koelle details Mark's early life, and Kenna yet again does not get the plot until wayyyyy too late. Support the show! Check out our website! diagnosingakiller.com Click here for $10 off your first order with Allurez! -> https://www.gopjn.com...

The Mental Breakdown: Psychological Development 28.03.2023

HI! We are back this week with another interesting Mental Breakdown. In this episode, Koelle explains the different ages at which disorders commonly develop, the signs and symptoms of some diagnoses, and where to reach out if you or a loved one is experiencing them. We are super happy to be back with you all! Support the show! Click here for your Craft Beer Club discount! -> https://www.pntra.c...

Episode 39: Dorothea Puente A.K.A. The Death House Landlady 16.03.2023

Dorothea Puente had a terrible childhood, with abuse, suicide threats, and many other things children should never go through. Unfortunately, this experience, as well as untreated mental illness, caused Dorothea to go down the worst path imaginable. In this weeks episode, Kenna takes us through the horrible life and crimes of The Death House Landlady. Support the show! Don't forget to use our code...

The Mental Breakdown: 7 Pillars of Self Care 13.03.2023

Constantly hearing about true crime and negative stories can be taxing on one's mental health and well-being. This being the case, we decided to bring a new, refreshing take on The Mental Breakdown this week! Kenna talks us through the 7 pillars of self-care, what they entail, and how to implement them into your life. Save up to 30% with this offer from Dog.com ! -> https://www.pjtra.com/t/3-14...

Episode 38: Marshall Applewhite A.K.A. Heaven's Gate's "Do" 10.03.2023

IT'S A CULT!? Hellooooo everyone! This week's episode features the story of Marshall Applewhite and the Heaven's Gate cult, brought to you by Koelle. In this episode we dive deep into Marshall's upbringing, his internal conflicts, and his ultimate demise in which dozens joined in support. Come along as we discuss the crime, and what potentially caused it to happen. Join us at the True Crime and Pa...

The Mental Breakdown: Deception and Lying 07.03.2023

In this weeks Mental Breakdown, Koelle talks all about lying and deception. We dive into signs of lying, what makes people lie, and common disorders in which lying and deception are symptoms. We hope you enjoy this one! https://www.patreon.com/diagnosingakiller Click here for 50% your first order with Audiobooksnow! -> https://www.pntra.com/t/3-282406-293495-146749 Take 10% off with this link a...

Episode 37: Edward Theodore Gein 02.03.2023

WOOHOO!! Our first collaboration episode is finally out! This week, Kenna brings you the case of Ed Gein and his horrific childhood, along with his crimes and diagnosis later in life. Meanwhile, Moviecation Podcast is diving deep into one of the movies and characters that was inspired by Ed, Leatherface and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This episode will contain the usual childhood breakdown and ps...

The Mental Breakdown: Non-Guilty Verdicts 27.02.2023

For this mental breakdown, we did something different. (We NEVER say that!) Kenna walks us through 3 very popular cases where the verdicts delivered were not guilty, shocking the nation. Follow along as we outline these cases, and describe the mental illnesses these people were suspected of having. https://www.patreon.com/diagnosingakiller Check out Scentbird for 50% off and a free case! -> htt...

DAK Live: With Kristy Salinas 25.02.2023

Hey! Welcome to our second installment of DAK Live! This time, we sit down with our mom, Kristy, to discuss mental health insurance, law changes, personal stories, and more! This episode is completely raw and unedited, with all the mistakes, throat clearing and laughter included. Please enjoy! Text SIGNS to 741741 for 24/7, anonymous, free crisis counseling. The number for the U.K. is 85258, and I...

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