In this episode, we explore the infamous case of Richard Chase, known as the “Vampire of Sacramento,” whose crimes in the late 1970s shocked the nation. This episode is not a retelling for shock value. Instead, we focus on what many true-crime narratives leave out: the neuroscience, psychology, and environmental factors that may have influenced his behavior and mental state.

Drawing on research in schizophrenia, psychosis, neurobiology, and environmental stressors, we break down:

• How severe mental illness and untreated psychosis can impact perception and decision-making
• The interplay of environmental and situational factors in the escalation of violent behavior
• What neuroscience can — and cannot — explain about cases like Richard Chase
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With a background in public health and behavioral science (graduate training at Johns Hopkins), The Murder Mindsetfocuses on education, prevention, and understanding, not sensationalism.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crimes, psychosis, and sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised.

🎧 This episode is for listeners interested in true crime, forensic psychology, neuroscience, and the behavioral factors behind notorious criminal cases.

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In this episode, we explore the mysterious and tragic case of Elisa Lam, a young woman whose death in 2013 sparked widespread speculation and media frenzy.

This episode is not a retelling for shock value. Instead, we focus on what many true-crime narratives leave out: the neuroscience, psychology, and environmental factors that may have influenced her behavior and mental state.

Drawing on research in anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychopharmacology, and environmental stressors, we break down:

• How mental health and sensory processing can impact perception and decision-making
• The role of anxiety, depression, and cognitive load in high-stress situations
• How environmental and situational factors might create a convergence of risk
• What neuroscience can — and cannot — explain about cases like Elisa Lam

With a background in public health and behavioral science (graduate training at Johns Hopkins), The Murder Mindsetfocuses on education, prevention, and understanding, not sensationalism.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of mental health challenges, distressing circumstances, and sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised.

🎧 This episode is for listeners interested in true crime, forensic psychology, neuroscience, and the behavioral factors behind mysterious cases.

Follow The Murder Mindset on Instagram and TikTok: @TheMurderMindset for case insights, short-form analysis, and episode updates.

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In this episode, we examine the disturbing case of Daniel Marsh, a 15-year-old who brutally murdered an elderly couple and later described the act as making him feel “happy.”

This episode is not a retelling for shock value. Instead, it explores what many true-crime narratives leave out: the neuroscience, psychology, and developmental factors behind extreme adolescent violence.

Drawing on research in adolescent brain development, psychopathy, trauma, and impulse regulation, we break down:

• How the teenage brain processes violence differently than the adult brain
• The role of empathy deficits, reward circuitry, and emotional regulation
• Whether adolescents can fully understand consequences at this level
• What neuroscience can — and cannot — explain about cases like Daniel Marsh

With a background in public health and behavioral science (graduate training at Johns Hopkins), The Murder Mindset focuses on education, prevention, and accountability, not glorification.

⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crime and may be distressing. Listener discretion is advised.

🎧 This episode is for listeners interested in true crime, forensic psychology, neuroscience, and criminal behavior.

Follow The Murder Mindset on Instagram and TikTok: @TheMurderMindset for case insights, short-form analysis, and episode updates.

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