Hidden True Crime
Hosted by Hidden True Crime
A journalist and a forensic psychologist provide on-the-ground coverage and psychological analysis of high-profile criminal trials.
This show offers a unique, multi-format approach to true crime, blending the journalistic and psychological. Episodes range from rapid, on-the-ground reports from courthouse hallways and live trial commentary to polished, long-form psychological deep dives into criminal motivations. The hosts also frequently present raw courtroom footage, allowing listeners to hear testimony and legal arguments firsthand. This focus on current, ongoing trials distinguishes it from shows centered on historical cases.
“The show's signature is its dual-perspective approach, combining Lauren's live, journalistic reporting from the courthouse with Dr. John's expert forensic psychology analysis. Their ability to release daily recaps, live streams, and raw courtroom audio during major trials provides a level of immediacy that few true crime podcasts can match.”
Who hosts this show
Hidden True Crime is hosted by the husband-and-wife team of Lauren Matthias, a journalist, and Dr. John Matthias, a forensic psychologist. Lauren spent a decade as a television reporter for affiliates of ABC, NBC, and FOX, covering high-profile crimes. Dr. John has worked as a clinical and forensic psychologist since 1996, conducting psychological evaluations for courts and serving as an expert witness. The podcast began in 2020 during the pandemic as a way to bring their dinner-table conversations about crime to a wider audience, starting with the Chad and Lori Daybell case.
Credentials & credits
- Lauren Matthias: Journalist (former TV reporter for ABC, NBC, FOX affiliates)
- Dr. John Matthias: Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist
- Dr. John Matthias: PhD from University of Southern California
- Dr. John Matthias: Master's in Marriage, Family and Child counseling from USC
- Dr. John Matthias: Philosophy degree from Princeton University
- Dr. John Matthias: Adjunct Assistant Professor at University of Nevada Las Vegas
Other ventures
- Patreon Community
- YouTube Channel Membership ('Hidden Gems')
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Verdict Reached After Samuel Bateman's UNHINGED Testimony | Days 2 & 3 Full RecapJun 27, 2026 · 3h 45m
- 02Sam Bateman Calls witness LIVE WITH LAUREN & DR. CHRISTINEJun 26, 2026 · 16 min
- 03Cult Leader Sam Bateman Takes the Stand: What He Revealed in CourtJun 26, 2026 · 1h 01m
- 04WATCH: Samuel Bateman Delivers His OWN Opening Statements to JurorsJun 25, 2026 · 12 min
- 05
- 06SHOCKING Statements by Sam Bateman- False Prophet Trial | LIVE WITH LAURENJun 24, 2026 · 10 min
- 07
- 08BREAKING: Sam Bateman On Trial AGAIN … It’s WILD | Live with LaurenJun 23, 2026 · 19 min
Notable episodes
- 01Verdict Reached After Samuel Bateman's UNHINGED Testimony | Days 2 & 3 Full Recap
This episode provides a comprehensive recap of the final days of a major trial, including the host's personal observations from the courtroom and the announcement of the guilty verdict.
- 02Sam Bateman Calls witness LIVE WITH LAUREN & DR. CHRISTINE
Showcases the show's on-the-ground style with a live interview from a courthouse lunch break, featuring a key figure from a related Netflix documentary.
- 03Cult Leader Sam Bateman Takes the Stand: What He Revealed in Court
An example of the show presenting raw, unedited courtroom footage, allowing the audience to hear a defendant's full testimony directly.
What you'll be asked on this show
When Lauren Matthias conducts interviews, the style is informal, collaborative, and often takes place on-location. She builds rapport by sharing her own observations and personal history with the guest, creating a sense of a shared mission. The format is less a rigid Q&A and more a 'walk and talk' conversation, where both host and guest contribute to narrating the events as they unfold. Many episodes, however, are not interview-based, consisting of solo commentary, host discussions, or raw courtroom footage.
The format is highly variable, ranging from informal, solo-hosted recaps by Lauren to structured deep dives with Dr. John, and even live, on-location interviews during court breaks. Lauren often addresses the audience as "Hidden Gems" and encourages them to "get cozy" for her recaps. A recurring visual element during the Sam Bateman trial coverage was Lauren and others wearing pink to show defiance against the defendant.
Questions Hidden True Crime keeps coming back to
4 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Hidden True Crime reaches for it.
controversy
1- Q.01
“Can you explain why you're wearing pink?”
Lauren asks this to reveal a psychological detail about the defendant and to highlight a form of solidarity among trial watchers.
origin
1- Q.01
“Can you take us back and set the stage for what was happening around the incident?”
This question is used to establish the origin story of the case from the guest's unique perspective.
personal
1- Q.01
“How are you doing in general, watching this trial?”
A personal check-in that builds rapport with guests who are often personally connected to the traumatic events.
advice
1- Q.01
“Anything else you want to say really quickly?”
A standard closing question that gives the guest the final word.
Signature segments
- · Addressing the audience as "Hidden Gems"
- · On-location courthouse reporting and live streams
- · Presenting raw courtroom footage
- · Wearing pink in protest of defendant Sam Bateman
- · Psychological deep dives with Dr. John
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically experts, activists, or individuals directly involved in the cases being covered. Interviews are often conducted informally on-location, such as during a court lunch break, fostering a collaborative, conversational feel.
- Dr. Christine Marieon Sam Bateman Calls witness LIVE WITH LAUREN & DR. CHRISTINE
- Davaon Sam Bateman Calls witness LIVE WITH LAUREN & DR. CHRISTINE
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is commercially supported through sponsors like Goodr and Shopify, indicating a broad consumer audience. They also generate revenue through a Patreon community and YouTube channel memberships, offering exclusive content like bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes access.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What are the hosts' backgrounds?
- Lauren Matthias is a journalist with a decade of experience as a TV reporter. Her husband, Dr. John Matthias, is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist who has served as an expert witness in court cases.
- Is Hidden True Crime still active?
- Yes, the podcast is active and frequently posts episodes on a daily basis, especially when covering an ongoing trial.
- What is the format of the show?
- The format varies, including solo-hosted trial recaps, live on-location reports, interviews with experts, psychological deep dives with both hosts, and broadcasts of raw courtroom audio.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on their official website, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and other major podcast platforms.
- How can I support the show or get more content?
- You can support the show through their Patreon or by becoming a channel member on YouTube for exclusive content like bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes access.
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- [01]Hidden True Crime Official Websitehiddentruecrime.com
- [02]Lauren Matthias' Personal Sitelaurenmatthias.com
- [03]Dr. John Matthias' Biography & Servicesdrjohnmatthias.com
- [04]Hidden True Crime on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [05]Hidden True Crime on Podchaserpodchaser.com
- [06]Hidden True Crime Patreonpatreon.com
- [07]Dr. John Matthias Biography - Famous Birthdaysfamousbirthdays.com
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