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Judge REPRIMANDS Prosecution After Lindsay Clancy “Mortal Sin” Testimony — Mistrial Denied | Day 19
2026-08-25 | 2h 5 mins.The Lindsay Clancy trial took a dramatic turn on Day 19 as the prosecution continued its rebuttal case. Defense attorney Kevin Reddington finished his contentious cross-examination of psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack, challenging his experience, his evaluation of Clancy nearly three years after the killings, and his conclusions about postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis and criminal responsibility. Then psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun took the stand and revealed that Clancy told evaluators she said “go with God” to each of her children while killing them, believing she and the children would ultimately be together in heaven. Moments later, testimony about Catholic teaching and suicide as a “mortal sin” prompted Judge William Sullivan to stop the proceedings and sharply admonish the prosecution after he had previously barred similar testimony. The defense sought a mistrial, but the judge denied the request. Lauren Matthias breaks down the major testimony, courtroom clashes and what it could mean as the Lindsay Clancy murder trial moves closer to its conclusion.
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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.
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2026-08-23 | 3h 3 mins.Lauren Matthias breaks down a pivotal Day 18 of the Lindsay Clancy trial as the defense and prosecution present sharply conflicting psychiatric opinions about Lindsay’s mental state on January 24, 2023. Renowned forensic psychiatrist Dr. Phillip Resnick — who testified in both Andrea Yates trials and has evaluated dozens of filicide cases — told jurors he believed Lindsay was suffering from bipolar II disorder, severe depression and postpartum psychosis, and that she was unable to conform her conduct to the law when she killed Cora, Dawson and Callan. On cross-examination, prosecutors challenged his conclusions using his own research on malingering and command hallucinations, then called rebuttal psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack, who diagnosed major depression but rejected bipolar disorder and said he found no evidence of psychosis or mania in the relevant period. With the defense now rested, Lauren breaks down the expert battle over THE VOICE, criminal responsibility and the central question the jury will soon have to decide.
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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.
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2026-08-21 | 2h 40 mins.Lauren Matthias breaks down a pivotal Day 16 and 17 of the Lindsay Clancy trial as testimony about the mysterious “voice” Lindsay says she heard takes a dramatic turn. Hospital chaplain Sheila Cavanaugh testified that Lindsay told her shortly after the deaths of Cora, Dawson and Callan that a male voice commanded her to act and warned that she and her children would not be safe if she didn’t comply—but on cross-examination, prosecutors revealed that the alleged voice was never documented in Cavanaugh’s detailed chaplain notes. Jurors also heard extensive testimony from psychologist Dr. Paul Zeizel about Lindsay’s worsening depression, paranoia, dissociation, intrusive thoughts and his opinion about her mental state, while prosecutors aggressively challenged the accuracy of his reports, his unusually extensive relationship with Lindsay and potential confirmation bias. Plus, the defense and prosecution battle over what options jurors should have when the case finally goes into their hands.
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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.
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2026-08-20 | 28 mins.Forensic and clinical psychologist Dr. Leslie Dobson joins Lauren Matthias of Hidden True Crime to examine the Lindsay Clancy case, including the critical questions surrounding postpartum mental health, psychosis, insomnia, medications, and Lindsay’s state of mind. With more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Dobson has worked in private practice, court-ordered psychological evaluations, the Los Angeles County Jail, and state mental health facilities, with additional clinical experience in postpartum and fertility-related care, insomnia, infant sleep, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis. As testimony continues in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, Dr. Dobson brings her clinical and forensic perspective to the evidence and testimony we’ve heard in court—and the central question of this case: was Lindsay Clancy experiencing psychosis when she killed her three children?
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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.
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2026-08-19 | 2h 43 mins.Lauren Matthias breaks down a dramatic Day 15 of the Lindsay Clancy trial as the defense calls psychiatrist Dr. Donald Condi to examine Lindsay’s mental health treatment, escalating symptoms and extensive medication history before the deaths of Cora, Dawson and Callan. Condi testified about severe insomnia, depression, dissociation, feeling detached from reality, possible medication “activation,” and symptoms he said could be associated with postpartum depression or postpartum psychosis, while prosecutors challenged his conclusions and emphasized that Lindsay’s only documented report of hearing a voice came on January 24, 2023—the day the children died. Jurors also heard emotional testimony from Lindsay’s mother-in-law, who said Lindsay was “begging for help,” and a forensic pathologist faced a heated cross-examination over Lindsay’s injuries and the strangulation of the children. Lauren breaks down the biggest testimony, evidence and courtroom moments from Day 15 of the Lindsay Clancy murder trial.
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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.
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Welcome to Hidden True Crime. Hosted by journalist Lauren Matthias and forensic psychologist Dr. John Matthias, Hidden True Crime explores the hidden motives, relationships, beliefs, and psychology behind some of the world's most compelling criminal cases.
Lauren spent a decade as a television reporter. Dr. John has conducted psychological evaluations since 1996, serves as an expert witness, and consults on high-profile cases.
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