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Diagnosing A Killer

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★★★★★
4.8
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This podcast has
133 episodes
Language
English
Explicit
Yes
Date created
2021/09/01
Latest episode
2024/02/27
Average duration
47 min.
Release period
5 days

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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) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org

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The Mental Breakdown: Reactive Attachment Disorder A.K.A. R.A.D.
2024/02/27
Hey, y'all! For this week's MBD, Koelle tackles a request from our podcasting friends, RAD, with a familiar case that involves it. Enjoy! Join us at Patreon.com/diagnosingakiller for exclusive content! Click here for an exclusive offer from Temporary Tattoos! -> https://www.pntrac.com/t/3-309574-293495-146707 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: http://traumadissociation.com/rad https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/reactive-attachment-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20352939 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17904-reactive-attachment-disorder https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-health-reactive-attachment-disorder **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
Episode 67: Daniel Wozniak
2024/02/22
This week, Koelle talks about the life and crimes of Daniel Wozniak, and the lies leading up to his capture. Enjoy! Become a Patreon member for exclusive content! Click here for an exclusive offer from Craft Beer Club! -> https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-302317-293495-170830 Check out FRESH! Meal Plan here! -> https://www.gopjn.com/t/3-314520-293495-232987 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://www.anylaw.com/case/people-v-romero/california-court-of-appeal/10-03-2006/9aPdR2YBTlTomsSBA5b- https://danielwozniakismyfriend.com/2016/08/who-wants-to-talk.html https://voiceofoc.org/2015/10/prior-murder-adds-another-layer-to-wozniak-case/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Wozniak_(murderer) https://abcnews.go.com/US/community-theater-actors-final-performance-chilling-confession-double/story?id=63181588 **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
The Mental Breakdown: Homicide Charges & Types of Killing
2024/02/20
Helloooo! For this week, Kenna talks about different types of homicide charges, types of killings, and major crimes. Enjoy! Become a Patreon member and gain access to exclusive content! -> Patreon.com/diagnosingakiller Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf exclusive offer! -> https://www.gopjn.com/t/3-297358-293495-145574 Spencer's exclusive offer! -> https://www.pntrs.com/t/8-10973-293495-141055 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://pissd.com/2015/12/six-crimes-carry-serious-penalties/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_punishments_for_murder_in_the_United_States    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Age_of_criminal_responsibility https://www.justia.com/criminal/offenses/homicide/second-degree-murder/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_types_of_killing https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homicide **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
Episode 66: Joseph Edward Duncan III
2024/02/15
For this week's case, Kenna talks through the life of Joseph Duncan III, his outrageous in-and-out-of-prison stints, and the amazing story of one little girl. Get access to exclusive content at patreon.com/diagnosingakiller Check out Rifle Paper Co! -> https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-303999-293495-197186 Check out Temporary Tattoos for their new semi-permanent art! -> https://www.pntrac.com/t/3-309574-293495-146707 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Edward_Duncan https://www.spokesman.com/topics/joseph-duncan/ https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Joseph_Duncan_III https://nypost.com/2021/03/29/convicted-serial-killer-joseph-duncan-dies-on-death-row/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/29/us/joseph-edward-duncan-iii-dies-death-row/index.html https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2013/01/sister_of_convicted_child_kill.html https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna8485031 https://abc7.com/anthony-martinez-serial-killer-joseph-edward-duncan-case/10456431/#:~:text=Duncan pled guilty to the,friends on April 4, 1997. https://www.change.org/p/idaho-slade-and-dylans-law https://frankweberauthor.com/blog/we-are-cheering-for-you-shasta-groene **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
The Mental Breakdown: S.A.D. & Seasonal Depression
2024/02/13
Hellooo!!! For this week's MBD, Koelle talks through Seasonal Affective Disorder A.K.A. S.A.D, and seasonal depression. Join us as we talk through this not-so-common depressive disorder. Check out Sins & Survivors! -> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sins-survivors-a-las-vegas-true-crime-podcast/id1712245894 Patreon.com/diagnosingakiller for ad free and bonus episodes! Click here for an exclusive offer from Audiobooksnow! -> https://www.pntrs.com/t/3-282684-293495-146749 Check out The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf! -> https://www.pntrs.com/t/3-297358-293495-145574 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/seasonal-affective-disorder#:~:text=Seasonal%20affective%20disorder%2C%20or%20SAD,antidepressants%20can%20help%20treat%20SAD. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9293-seasonal-depression https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/seasonal-affective-disorder https://www.webmd.com/depression/seasonal-affective-disorder https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/seasonal-affective-disorder **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
The Mental Breakdown: Alcatraz Escapees
2024/01/29
Perhaps one of the most infamous and memorable prisons in the world, Alcatraz was notorious for being un-escapable. This did not stop people from attempting the feat, however, and Kenna talks through these escape attempts in this week's MBD. Enjoy! Gain access to exclusive content! Bright Cellars discount code -> https://www.pntrac.com/t/3-309893-293495-162371 Click here for a Temporary Tattoos discount! -> https://www.pjtra.com/t/3-295357-293495-146707 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcatraz_Island https://www.history.com/news/10-things-you-may-not-know-about-alcatraz https://graylineofsanfrancisco.com/10-facts-about-alcatraz-you-probably-didnt-know/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Alcatraz_escape_attempts **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
Episode 65: Carl Panzram
2024/01/25
Heelllooo!!! For this week's episode, Kenna talks through the insane life and crimes of Carl Panzram. Join us as we discuss the early crimes and capture of this 1800's man. patreon.com/diagnosingakiller/ We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://criminalminds.fandom.com/wiki/Carl_Panzram https://www.grunge.com/342189/every-serial-killer-caught-in-the-00s/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/shadow-boxing/202007/the-meanest-man-who-ever-lived https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/carl-panzram-34302.php https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/carlpanzram https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Panzram **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
The Mental Breakdown: Horror & True Crime-Why Do We Love It?
2024/01/22
For this week's MBD, Koelle talks about the history of the horror genre, true crime lovers, and the psychology behind our morbid curiosity. Exclusive Content- patreon.com/diagnosingakiller Click here for a FRESH! Meal Plan exclusive offer! -> https://www.pjtra.com/t/3-314520-293495-232987 Spencer's exclusive offer! -> https://www.pntra.com/t/2-545164-293495-141055 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/why-are-we-so-obsessed-with-true-crime https://www.law.ac.uk/resources/blog/why-we-love-true-crime/ https://itsxeee.medium.com/why-we-love-murder-mysteries-in-movies-3e2fb8460278 https://www.verywellmind.com/why-do-people-like-horror-movies-5224447#:~:text=These%20long%2Dago%20experiences%20have,encountered%20a%20real%2Dlife%20threat. https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/10/27/why-we-like-scary-things/ https://hbr.org/2021/10/the-psychology-behind-why-we-love-or-hate-horror https://www.npr.org/2022/10/30/1132658607/why-do-we-like-horror https://movieweb.com/why-we-love-horror-movies/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-Castle-of-Otranto https://www.britannica.com/art/horror-story https://www.psychologytools.com/resource/fight-or-flight-response/#:~:text=The%20fight%20or%20flight%20response,body%20to%20fight%20or%20flee. **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
DAK Live: With Louie Archuleta
2024/01/20
Hey there! In this installment of our DAK Live, we bring on long-time friend and loyal listener Louie! In this raw, unfiltered, and unedited episode, we talk about ODD, peer pressure, childhood, and more. We hope you enjoy it!
Episode 64: Ezra McCandless
2024/01/19
For this week's episode, Koelle talks through the life of Ezra McCandless, her situationships, and her ultimate demise. Happy to have you all here! patreon.com/diagnosingakiller/ We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://www.courttv.com/title/29-wi-v-mccandless-joshane-karlen/ https://www.courttv.com/title/33-wi-v-mccandless-jason-mengal/ https://www.courttv.com/title/41-wi-v-mccandless-ezra-mccandless/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Alex_Woodworth#:~:text=Her%20name%20at%20birth%20was,relationship%20with%20her%20adoptive%20father. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gender-dysphoria/symptoms-causes/syc-20475255 **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
The Mental Breakdown: Borderline Personality Disorder
2024/01/15
It's another requested MBD! This week, Kenna talks about BPD and some of the people DAK has covered that experienced the disorder. Join the fun! -> pateron.com/diagnosingakiller Temporary Tattoos exclusive offer! -> https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-309574-293495-146707 Craft Beer Club exclusive offer! -> https://www.pntra.com/t/3-302317-293495-170830 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/borderline-personality-disorder/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20370242 https://www.learning-mind.com/famous-people-with-borderline-personality-disorder/ https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/quick-facts-mental-health-disorders/personality-disorders/borderline-personality-disorder https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-disorders/borderline-personality-disorder.htm https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/borderline-personality-disorder https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/borderline-personality-disorder **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**
The Mental Breakdown: Gaslighting
2024/01/09
It's a topic that is talked about often, and usually brushed aside as a joke. But when it becomes the way someone controls a relationship, gaslighting can be extremely toxic and mentally draining. Join us as Koelle talks through the newly coined term. Become a patron member! Click here for an exclusive offer from Plant Therapy! -> https://www.pntrs.com/t/2-571659-293495-178443 Trusted Health Products exclusive offer! -> https://www.pjatr.com/t/3-297319-293495-241701 We love you, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255 The Trevor Project: (212) 695-8650 https://www.thetrevorproject.org Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaslight_(1944_film) https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/pere.12510 https://www.thehotline.org/resources/what-is-gaslighting/ https://www.newportinstitute.com/resources/mental-health/what_is_gaslighting_abuse/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/gaslighting#:~:text=Gaslighting%20is%20an%20insidious%20form,perception%2C%20and%20even%20their%20sanity. **DISCLAIMER: Kenna and Koelle are not licensed to diagnose individuals. The mental illnesses discussed in episodes are either diagnosed by a psychiatrist or psychologist or are purely speculation by the hosts.**

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4.8 out of 5
33 reviews
★★★★★
SamMahony 2024/01/06
Really Good
Not only are these ladies smart and the podcast is well researched with honest empathy they are hilarious. I find myself laughing a lot
★★★★★
goodsteph76 2023/12/10
Still a Killer Podcast
I have been listening to this podcast pretty much since the beginning. I love it so much that even when I attempt to listen to another one, they just ...
★★★★★
Jacaria 2023/12/02
True Crime talk that keeps my attention
I like their banter, and how they get to the story in a timely manner that keeps me engaged. It’s one skill to be a good story teller, and then anoth...
★★★★★
Handy N Heels 2023/12/02
True Chics!
These ladies I’ve known forever and this podcast is what they are all about!
★★★★★
JDAChill 2023/06/13
Informative and Entertaining
Out of happenstance, I met Kenna at a minor league baseball game in South Texas. She mentioned this podcast and I am now hooked. I love the banter wit...
★★★☆☆
priskola 2023/06/30
At first….but then….
I really like the crimes y’all pick to talk about, and have enjoyed listening to a lot of them. Like your mom, I absolutely despise hearing the “f” wo...
★★★★★
Ordep22 2023/05/26
Great!
Very entertaining. The ladies are funny and do a lot of research for their shows! Highly recommend!
★★★★★
stewben 2023/05/12
My new favorite podcast
Love these two ladies they are amazing. Great Podcasters! 100% vibe with listening to them. I don’t have a lot of patience, so I love this …podcasts t...
★★★★★
B-rizzle12 2021/10/16
Nice idea, great output
These ladies are KILLING IT. I love true crime, and pairing it with advocating for mental illness is genius! Please continue to do this, and I hope it...
★★★★★
Doctor head 2021/10/04
Best TRUE CRIME Podcast Out There
This is the greatest podcast ever!! Anyone interested in the honest truth and learning about the things that go unnoticed should definitely tune in fo...
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