Killer Psyche

The Menendez Brothers

Former FBI agent Candice DeLong looks into the case behind one of the biggest media sensations of the 90’s: the Menendez brothers. After the brutal killing of their parents, Lyle and Erik Menendez were thrust into the national spotlight. Candice delves into the allegations of psychological, physical and sexual abuse, and what effect it had on their state of mind. Candice also weighs in on how attitudes about the long term psychological effects on abuse victims have changed, and why this case has inspired a whole new generation to demand a new trial. Need more Killer Psyche? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive episodes, early access to new ones, and they’re always ad-free. Start your free trial in the Wondery App or visit <a href="http://wondery.app.link/TI5l5KzpDLb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wondery.app.link/TI5l5KzpDLb</a> now.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

When a shocking crime occurs, people ask “Why?” Was it about power, ego, or revenge? On Killer Psyche, retired FBI agent Candice DeLong draws on her decades of experience to reveal why these murderers and criminals committed these heinous acts. She will reveal fascinating new details about what drove these people, including cases she was close to. Candice will share specific psychological methods and profiling techniques that experts use to understand the deepest part of the most complex, fascinating, and twisted minds, from the Unabomber to Alex Murdaugh to Mary Bell. Need more Killer Psyche? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive episodes, early access to new ones, and they’re always ad-free. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting <a href="http://link.wondery.com/KillerPsycheLinks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://link.wondery.com/KillerPsycheLinks</a> now.