Mica Miller: Forensic Criminal Psychologist Dr. John Matthias Reacts

In this episode, we delve into the chilling case of Jeffrey Zizz, a convicted child molester and former pastor, who stands accused of the brutal murder of 82-year-old Marcia Norman in Olympia, Washington. Zizz, who had been hired as Norman's handyman, allegedly bound her, tortured her with a nail gun, and buried her remains beneath a shed he constructed. We explore the disturbing details of his past crimes, and Dr. John weighs in on the risks factors of someone like Jeffrey. For the full story episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pastor-turned-sex-offender-tortures-grandmother-with/id1521619380?i=1000708422846 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qruPrQcGvt7byJcz1LiLR?si=FVWsybgHSKeRPXLaYUka2w 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

19 Mai 1h 43min

A major development in court today in the case against Bryan Kohberger. After being in the courtroom today, Lauren is here to break it all down beginning to end. 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

16 Mai 42min

Another pre-trial hearing is in the books for Lori and WOW... IT. WAS. WILD! Lauren is here with a full recap to tell you everything you need to know! 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

15 Mai 35min

In April of 2025, Marcia Norman was reported as missing. What would come next is something no one expected... Join Lauren as she breaks the story down in preparation for Criminal Psychologist Dr. John Matthias, to give his analysis on the next episode. 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 Sponsors: Cornbread Hemp: Go to cornbreadhemp.com/Hidden and enter the code HIDDEN at checkout for 30% off Audio Credits: KOMO News King 5 News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Mai 1h 6min

The fight isn’t over. Lori Vallow Daybell wants a retrial—but prosecutors just hit back hard. In this episode, we dive into their fiery response, the high-stakes arguments, and what it all 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 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

8 Mai 56min

In July of 2024, 42-year-old Nikki Loffredo was shot while out on a walk, after rejecting catcalling by James Bernard Johnson. Join Dr. John and Lauren as they break down what happened and how this incident escalated from catcalling to murder within seconds. 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 Sponsors: Get 15% off OneSkin with the codeHIDDENathttps://www.oneskin.co/#oneskinpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6 Mai 56min

In this episode, juror #12 from the Lori Vallow Daybell trial talks with Lauren, discussing the disturbing evidence, emotional toll, and chilling moments from her time on the jury pool. I Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Mai 1h 39min

Well, just when we thought we were getting closer to being done with Lori Daybell, she threw a wrench in that plan. She filed an explosive new motion for a retrial and Lauren is here to break it all down for you. Full Lori Backstory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_JA8-XnTtA Juror 15 Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hidden-true-crime/id1521619380?i=1000705461364 Jes' (Friend of Brandon's) Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-veil-friend-of-brandon-boudreaux/id1521619380?i=1000637485752 Chad Daybells Speech: https://youtu.be/8Adxxs-WCd0?si=p8Agm7ycfx7gPe8T 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

3 Mai 54min