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Killer Psychologist

Killer Psychologist

By: Dana R. Anderson PsyD
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 Step inside the mind of a forensic psychologist. Dana Anderson dissects high-stakes cases, revealing how forensic experts expose deception, uncover motives, and unravel the truth behind the most complex investigations.

Tune in to understand how Dr. Anderson helps attorneys leverage forensic psychology to strengthen their legal cases through expert analysis, case evaluations, and strategic insights.

Killer Psychologist brings together top experts, including forensic psychologist Craig Wetterer, cold case profiler Jasen Jenson, and Board-Certified Death Investigator Eric Zelaya, for an inside look at forensic investigations.

Join our growing community for gripping true crime stories, expert analysis, and an unfiltered exploration of the darkest corners of human behavior.

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Episodes
  • 75 - Psychopaths in Power

    75 - Psychopaths in Power
    Sep 1 2025
    Why are psychopaths drawn to power—and what happens when they get it?

    Criminal defense attorney Joseph Tully, author of California: State of Collusion, joins forensic psychologists Dana Anderson and Craig Wetterer to examine how psychopathy in positions of authority reveals itself. These individuals are not guided by justice—their moral compass is broken—and the collateral damage they leave behind is part of the story we uncover.

    Together, they unpack Tully’s book, which exposes California’s corrupt criminal justice system and the culture of power, conspiracy, and cover-ups that fuel it.

    Nobody knows this story better than Joseph Tully—and in this episode, he connects those systemic abuses to the psychology of power and the dangers of psychopathic personalities.

    Power is never more dangerous than when it rests in the hands of those who decide who walks free—and who is condemned.

    📖 Grab Joseph Tully’s book California: State of Collusion: Amazon Link
    🔗 tully-weiss.com | Instagram: @tullyweiss.law

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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • 74 - Menendez Brothers: Parole Pending

    74 - Menendez Brothers: Parole Pending
    Aug 5 2025
    Lyle and Eric Menendez, convicted of the 1996 murders of their parents, are now facing the possibility of parole. In May 2025, a judge resentenced them to life with the possibility of parole, clearing the way for hearings scheduled on August 21 and 22.

    Are the Menendez brothers truly rehabilitated—or do they still pose a danger to society? Join host Dr. Dana Anderson as she speaks with veteran defense attorney Sam Bassett about the legal strategy behind their resentencing. Forensic psychologist Dr. Craig Wetter weighs in on clinical tools like the HCR-20 and PCL-R, used to assess whether someone presents an unreasonable risk to public safety if released.

    At the crossroads of crime, politics, and psychology, this episode unpacks how parole law and forensic risk tools shape the fate of two of America’s most notorious inmates.




    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to the Menendez Brothers Case
    01:58 Parole Hearing Dynamics and Public Perception
    04:04 Understanding Remorse and Risk Assessment Tools
    08:01 Psychopathy and Personality Disorders in Context
    12:08 Youthful Offender Laws and Their Implications
    15:59 The Role of AI in Risk Assessments
    19:49 Life After Prison: Challenges and Opportunities
    24:06 Public Opinion and Media Influence
    27:48 Redemption Stories and Future Paths
    31:53 The Importance of Addressing Abuse
    35:41 Conclusion and Future Considerations

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    48 mins
  • 73 - Moscow Idaho Knife Hunt

    73 - Moscow Idaho Knife Hunt
    Jun 20 2025
    Where is the knife that killed four University of Idaho students? Did Brian Kohberger toss it out the window in a panic — or bury it deep in the woods?

    Join private investigator Jason Jensen as we launch a targeted search for the missing murder weapon on June 21-22, 2025.

    Discover how the knife sheath became the critical DNA link to Kohberger's arrest — and why forensic psychologists are called to evaluate suspects in custody for murder. We also examine killers who couldn’t resist leaving clues behind — from BTK’s Dennis Rader to Ted Bundy’s trail of discarded weapons — and explore why some murderers toy with law enforcement while others vanish without a trace.

    Plus, we pull in twists from the Karen Read case and reflect on the tragic mystery surrounding Kurt Cobain.

    Hooked on the criminal mind? Visit www.killerpsychologistpodcast.com for episode details.

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    Chapters
    00:00 The Idaho Murders: A Gruesome Crime
    00:58 The Search for the Missing Knife
    07:48 Understanding Kohberger's Mindset
    15:29 The Autism Diagnosis and Its Implications
    25:22 The Karen Read Case: Analyzing Evidence
    41:05 Future Investigations: The Kurt Cobain Case

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    46 mins
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