Best Nordic True Crime Podcasts (2024)

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Scandinavian Crimes Season 2 Finale 32:06

1M ago32:06

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candinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Throughout this gripping season, we have explored the haunting tales that have captivated audiences worldwide. From the icy landscapes of Norway to the streets of Stockholm, we have unraveled the mysteries behind unsolved murders, intricate heists, and enigmatic disappearances. As we reach the finale of Seas…

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Season 3 - Teaser 2:16

1M ago2:16

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Nordic Crimes is taking a short break over the summer, but fear not - the suspense will return. Our new season, featuring gripping crime cases from Norway, premieres on September 3rd. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/nordic-crimes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Unsolved Child Murder: Death of Kevin Hjalmarsson 29:13

2M ago29:13

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 1998-2017 Location: Sweden Unsolved Child Murder: Death of Kevin Hjalmarsson Victim(s): 1 Murder, 2 Children Accused Method: Strangulation, Possible Accidental Death In Arvika, Sweden, on August 16, 1998, the lifeless body of four-year-old Kevin Hjalmarsson was discovered. Shockingly, two…

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Cannibal and Murderers: Virpi Butt and Janne Hyvönen 35:09

2M ago35:09

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 2002 - 2003 Location: Finland Cannibal and Murderers: Virpi Butt and Janne Hyvönen Victim(s): 2 Method: Stabbing, Cannibalism, Murder Virpi Butt, formerly recognized as the TV gladiator Timantti, and Janne Hyvönen were found guilty of murder and received life sentences. This horrific crim…

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The crypto caper 52:48

2M ago52:48

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In Iceland's history of unusual crimes, the 2017 Bitcoin heist stands out. Utilizing the abandoned infrastructures of Keflavík, criminals executed a series of high-tech thefts, exploiting the area's ideal conditions for bitcoin farming. The so called “crypto caper” is a story involving ingenious yet flawed plans and culminating in a prison escape a…

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Unsolved Murder: The Trude Espås Case 28:35

2M ago28:35

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 1996 - TBD Location: Norway Unsolved Murder: The Trude Espås Case Victim(s): 1 Method: Unknown The Trude Espås case stands out as one of Norway's most extensively discussed investigations and unsolved cases. In total, over 3,000 witnesses from nearly 40 countries were interviewed by the p…

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Harbor of secrets 43:28

2M ago43:28

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In 2004, the small town of Neskaupstaður becomes the scene of a complex crime with the death of a Lithuanian national linked to a perilous drug operation. Unveiling the dark underbelly of Iceland's drug trade, the case exposes international criminal networks and their impact on a small community, challenging local law enforcement with its scope and…

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Happy Mother's Day! 2:41

2M ago2:41

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Happy Mother's Day!!! Check out our previous episodes to get caught up! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/adi-goldstein/blank-light License code: A1C1SZ12UFNPUARU Support the Show. Be sure to follow us on all of our social media platforms (including Twitch). If you have any case…

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An icelandic heist 40:40

2M ago40:40

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In 1998, Reykjavik experienced a distinctive crime: the audacious theft of an entire ATM. The case, notable for its unusual nature, involved an innovative investigative approach. It also brought to light the complex role of addiction in driving criminal acts, highlighting the uniqueness and challenges of this particular crime in Iceland's history. …

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Serial Killer: Esa Åkerlund 26:59

2M ago26:59

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 1995 - 2010 Location: Finland Serial Killer: Esa Åkerlund Victim(s): 4-5 Method: Aggravated Assault, Shooting Esa Åkerlund, born on 5 July 1969, is a Finnish serial killer with a troubling criminal history. Initially, he was sentenced to life imprisonment for the 1995 murder of his ex-wif…

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Murderer: Johanna Möller (aka The Arboga Woman) [Part. 2] 30:16

3M ago30:16

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 2014-2016 Location: Sweden Murderer: Johanna Möller (aka The Arboga Woman) Victim(s): 2-3 Method: Murder, Manipulation In August 2016, Sweden was rattled by a gruesome family tragedy named the Arboga murder. A man was discovered brutally stabbed to death, and his wife severely wounded in …

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Murder on the sands 48:02

3M ago48:02

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In 1982, two French sisters traveling in Iceland face a horrifying ordeal on Skeiðarársandur. Their encounter with a seemingly benign local transforms into a nightmarish struggle for survival, unraveling a tale of deception, violence, and the shattering of innocence. Binge the entire season immediately and without ads by becoming a Plus subscriber,…

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An unsolved homicide 52:21

3M ago52:21

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In Reykjavík 1968, the grim execution-style murder of taxi driver unveils a complex investigation riddled with police errors and dead ends. The discovery of a rare gun entangles multiple suspects, leaving lingering questions about the true perpetrator. Binge the entire season immediately and without ads by becoming a Plus subscriber, and enjoy the …

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Murderer vs. Mastermind: Who's Truly Responsible? 10:07

3M ago10:07

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) In the context of a crime, the distinction between a murderer and a mastermind lies in their roles and levels of direct involvement in the unlawful activities. A murderer carries out the violent act of taking a life, while a mastermind is the architect behind a sophisticated criminal plan, often involving m…

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Murderer: Johanna Möller (aka The Arboga Woman) [Part. 1] 36:33

3M ago36:33

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 2014-2016 Location: Sweden Murderer: Johanna Möller (aka The Arboga Woman) Victim(s): 2-3 Method: Murder, Manipulation In August 2016, Sweden was rattled by a gruesome family tragedy named the Arboga murder. A man was discovered brutally stabbed to death, and his wife severely wounded in …

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Season 2 - Teaser 2:20

4M ago2:20

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Season 2 of "Nordic Crimes" explores Iceland's eerie crime history, starting with the unresolved murder of a taxi driver in 1968, leading to a series of investigations filled with errors and mysteries. The season uncovers various facets of Icelandic crime, from the distressing ordeal of two French sisters in 1982, to the modern intrigue of the 2017…

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Wrongful Conviction: Atle Hage (Add-on to Fritz Moen) 20:24

3M ago20:24

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 1984 - 1998 Location: Norway Wrongful Conviction: Atle Hage Victim(s): 1 Method: Sexual Assault (includes aggravated), Wrongful Conviction In 1984, Atle Hage faced a wrongful conviction for sexually abusing his son and daughter, resulting in a three-year prison sentence. The conviction st…

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Emperor Aarnio - Bad cop 55:16

3M ago55:16

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In Helsinki's drug policing scene, two journalists' probing into potential corruption leads them to Jari Aarnio, the unit's head. Their investigation, unveiling a web of secrets, culminates in Aarnio's 2019 sentencing for several serious crimes, including drug offenses. This case, evolving over years into Finland's most extensive trial, highlights …

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Wrongfully Convicted: Fritz Moen 36:51

4M ago36:51

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years of Incident: 1978 - 2008 Location: Norway Wrongfully Convicted: Fritz Moen Victim(s): 1 Method: Wrongful Conviction Fritz Yngvar Moen was a Norwegian man wrongfully convicted of two distinct murders, serving a total of 18 years in prison. After the convictions were quashed, an official inquiry was ins…

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Serial killer nurse 45:12

4M ago45:12

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In 2009, a Finnish nursing home's unnerving death pattern leads to an investigation, unmasking a nurse as a cold-blooded poisoner. This sinister case reveals a grave betrayal of trust, branding her among Finland's most notorious criminals. Binge the entire season immediately and without ads by becoming a Plus subscriber, and enjoy the added perk of…

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Scandinavian Crimes New Episodes Coming! 4:52

4M ago4:52

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) The last few months we have had a lot of things going on and we currently have burned through our reserve of episodes. We are going to spend this week (and the next) recouping our reservoir of episodes as we move past these challenging few months (in a good challenging way) so that we can make sure we can k…

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The Dalton brothers of Eura 38:41

4M ago38:41

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Throughout the 1990s in Finland, the Koistinen siblings, dubbed the "Dalton Brothers of Eura," orchestrated a notorious crime wave. In just 18 months, they escalated from minor thefts to audacious heists, committing over 100 burglaries and capturing national attention with their brazen actions and subsequent high-profile arrest. Binge the entire se…

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Religious Cult: The Knutby Case (Part. 2) 39:38

4M ago39:38

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2000 - 2016 Location: Sweden Religious Cult: The Knutby Case Victim(s): 3+ Method: Blunt Force, Gunshot, Abuse, Sexual Assault The Knutby murder case refers to a highly publicized criminal investigation that took place in Knutby, Sweden, in January 2004. The case involved a series of events th…

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Murder gone cold 53:08

4M ago53:08

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In the winter of 1987, the murder of a young mother in a Finnish stone refinery goes unsolved, leaving a chilling mystery. Years later, the cold case reopens, focusing on a suspect with a violent past. The renewed investigation, aided by advancing forensic methods, leads to a pivotal and historic verdict. Binge the entire season immediately and wit…

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Religious Cult: The Knutby Case (Part. 1) 45:45

4M ago45:45

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2000 - 2004 Location: Sweden Religious Cult: The Knutby Case Victim(s): 3+ Method: Blunt Force, Gunshot The Knutby murder case refers to a highly publicized criminal investigation that took place in Knutby, Sweden, in January 2004. The case involved a series of events that ultimately led to th…

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The hitchhiker murders 53:09

4M ago53:09

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In August 1971, a haunting discovery in a Finnish sand pit reveals the bodies of two missing hitchhikers, setting off a complex investigation. As similarities with another case emerge, a deeply disturbed suspect comes into focus, challenging the pursuit of justice. Binge the entire season immediately and without ads by becoming a Plus subscriber, a…

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Scandinavian Crimes Taking Another Sick Day! 1:44

4M ago1:44

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Just taking this week off so that way Delila can get better, Delila isn't feeling well. I encourage you to go back and listen to the older episodes and of course, feel free to reach out online as well. Thanks again! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/adi-goldstein/blank-light Lic…

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Season 1 - Teaser 1:52

5M ago1:52

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The inaugural season of "Nordic Crimes" traverses the chilling landscape of Finnish criminal history from the 1970s onwards. Unearthing the macabre, like the haunting hitchhiker murders in 1971, to the intricate web of the Katiska drug case in 2018, each episode delves into a distinct, dark chapter. The journey includes the enigmatic Dalton Brother…

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Unsolved: The 2006 Ulvila Homicide Case 21:25

5M ago21:25

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2006-2016 Location: Finland Unsolved: The 2006 Ulvila Homicide Case Victim(s): 4 Method: Blunt Force, Stabbed The Ulvila homicide occurred in Ulvila, Finland, on December 1, 2006. The victim was a 51-year-old Jukka S. Lahti, a social psychologist and father of four. In September 2009, the vict…

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This is Nordic Crimes 2:29

5M ago2:29

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'Nordic Crimes' is a captivating documentary podcast series that delves into the most notorious and intriguing criminal cases across the Nordic countries. Each season explores a different country - Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland - unraveling five distinct crime stories that span from the turbulent 70s to the complexities of the moder…

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Scandinavian Crimes Taking a Sick Day! 1:30

5M ago1:30

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Just taking this week off so that way I can get better, I (Devante) am feeling a little under the weather. I encourage you to go back and listen to the older episodes and of course, feel free to reach out online as well. Thanks again! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/adi-goldst…

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Serial Killer: Killer Nurse Christina Aistrup Hansen 39:05

5M ago39:05

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2012-2015 Location: Denmark Serial Killer: Christina Aistrup Hansen Victim(s): 4 Method: Drug Poisoning In the tranquil town of Nykobing, Denmark, June in 2016, a deeply unsettling case began to unfold, leaving the community and the medical field astounded. This gripping tale would soon reverb…

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Current Events: Mississippi Police and Corrections Officers Hiding Hundreds of Bodies 20:38

6M ago20:38

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Year(s) of Active: 2012 - Present Location: USA Victims: 215 Bodies Found Crime: Police Coverup, Various Deaths Families of people who were buried in a pauper's field next to the Hinds County Penal Farm near Jackson, Miss., are calling for a federal investigation into the burials, which took place without f…

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Update: The Terrorist Anders Behring Breivik 29:23

6M ago29:23

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Year(s) of Active: July 22nd, 1992 Location: Norway Victims: 77 victims (Deaths), 209 (Injured) Crime: Mass shootings, Murder, Terrorism, Bombing Anders Behring Breivik began his series of domestic terrorist acts on July 22. His attacks include the bombing of government property, civilians, and several Yout…

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Serial Killer: The Tistedalen Murders 18:10

6M ago18:10

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1991-1993 Location: Norway Serial Killer: Roger Herbert Haglund Victim(s): 4 Method: Murder, Robbery Tistedalen, nestled in the region of Østfold, Norway, the once flourishing sawmill industry played a pivotal role in shaping the tight-knit community. As the dawn of the 20th century approached…

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Scandinavian Crimes Christmas Break 2:07

7M ago2:07

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) With the holiday season upon us, we've decided to take a brief hiatus from our podcasting schedule to fully embrace the magic and warmth of this special time with our loved ones. We believe that this break will allow us to return refreshed, rejuvenated, and brimming with new ideas and stories to share with …

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Cannibal: Isakin Jonsson (aka Jonsson Drabbad) 38:58

7M ago38:58

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: November 2010 - 2017 Location: Sweden Cannibal: Jonsson Jonsson Victim(s): 1 Method: Decapitation, Cannibalism, Selling Voodoo Dolls, Murder Isakin Jonsson also known as the Skara Cannibal is a Swedish man who murdered the mother of five Helle Christensen in Skara, Sweden in November 2010. The…

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Murder: The Faiza Ashraf Case 17:51

7M ago17:51

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2010 Location: Norway Murder: Faiza Ashraf Victim(s): 1 Method: Harassment, Suffocation (Trunk) Faiza Ashraf, a 26-year-old Pakistani-Norwegian woman, was abducted on February 3, 2010, from a bus stop in Haslum, Bærum, while she was on her way to work. Her lifeless body was later discovered ne…

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Sexual Assault: The Tønders Case 27:04

8M ago27:04

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2003-2004 Location: Denmark Sexual Assault: The Tonders Case Victim(s): 2 Method: Sexual Assault, Rape, Abuse The Tønders case is one of the worst cases in Danish criminal history about the sexual abuse of children. The father loaned and rented out his two daughters to a number of different me…

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Murder: The Orderud Case 31:23

8M ago31:23

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1998 Location: Norway (U.S.) Murder: The Orderud Case Victim(s): 3 Method: Various The Orderud case was a triple murder that occurred in Norway on 22 May 1999. The victims were 47-year-old Anne Orderud Paust; her mother, 84-year-old Marie Orderud; and her father, 81-year-old Kristian Orderud, …

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Serial Killer: Tommi Nakari 27:30

8M ago27:30

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1990’s Location: Finland Serial Killer: Tommi Nakari Victim(s): 3 Method: Aggravated Assault, Stabbing Tommi Taneli Nakari is a Finnish serial killer who killed two common-law wives and his mother between 1992 and 2008. For the final crime, he was convicted of manslaughter and sentenced to 14.…

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Topic: What Are Some Factors That Create Criminals? 39:51

8M ago39:51

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) People may tend to think that young male aggression is only based on one factor because it is easier to simplify complex behaviors into a single cause. Additionally, societal stereotypes and biases may influence people's perceptions and lead them to attribute aggression solely to one factor, such as hormone…

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Religious Fanatics: The Breatharians 40:52

8M ago40:52

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2018-2019 Location: Sweden Religious Fanatics: The Breatharians Victim(s): 1 Victim Method: Starvation, Malnutrition The Swedish case involving breatharian parents and a sick child gained significant attention and sparked widespread concern. The incident unfolded in 2016 when a couple, who ide…

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Missing Person: Riitta Järvinen (Halloween Special) 29:47

9M ago29:47

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 2013-2014 Location: Sweden Missing Person: Riitta Järvinen (Halloween Special) Victim(s): 1 Victim Method: Missing Person, Occult This story involves the disappearance of a young woman named Riitta Järvinen. She had been on a hiking trip in the vast forests that surrounded a Finnish town but h…

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Murderer: The Sadist Kjell-Åke Johansson (Part 2) 44:02

9M ago44:02

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1985-1990 Location: Sweden Murderer: Kjell-Åke Johansson Victim(s): 5 Victims (2 Dead) Method: Torture, Murder In 1990, Johansson was again convicted of serious violent crimes, this time after torturing a 10-month-old infant to death. In this case, too, Johansson was the victim's stepfather. J…

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Murderer: The Sadist Kjell-Åke Johansson (Part 1) 31:32

9M ago31:32

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1985-1990 Location: Sweden Murderer: Kjell-Åke Johansson Victim(s): 5 Victims (2 Dead) Method: Torture, Murder In 1990, Johansson was again convicted of serious violent crimes, this time after torturing a 10-month-old infant to death. In this case, too, Johansson was the victim's stepfather. J…

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Serial Killer: James Schmidt (Lual Yai Fayin Lual) 25:56

9M ago25:56

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1990’s Location: Denmark Serial Killer: James Schmidt (Lual Yai Fayin Lual) Victim(s): Unknown (6 Possible/3 Known Victims) Method: Drugging, Murder, Attempted Murder, Rape James Schmidt (born Lual Yai Fayin Lual in 1992) is a South Sudanese-born Danish serial killer and rapist who killed thre…

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Unsolved Murder: The Hausjärvi Gravel Pit Murders 27:51

10M ago27:51

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1990’s Location: Finland Unsolved Murder: The Hausjärvi Gravel Pit Murders Victim(s): Unknown (4 Possible/Known Victims) Method: Drugging, Knife, Blunt Force The Hausjärvi Gravel Pit Murders were a series of two or more unsolved violent crimes during the 1990s that were connected to a gravel p…

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Murder: Copenhagen Hypnosis Murders 32:06

10M ago32:06

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Years Active: 1951 Location: Denmark Murder: Copenhagen Hypnosis Murders Victim(s): 2 Dead Method: Murder, Attempted Robbery The Copenhagen hypnosis murders were a double-murder case in connection with a failed bank robbery that happened in Denmark on 29 March 1951. After extensive police, psychiatric and p…

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Scandinavian Crimes Season 2 Release Date! 2:00

10M ago2:00

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Scandinavian Crimes (w/ Devante & Delila) Prepare to be captivated by the atmospheric storytelling, meticulously crafted plots, and the palpable tension that runs through each episode. With its distinct Scandinavian setting and unique cultural nuances. These gripping episodes will take you on a journey through the dark underbelly of Scandinavian so…

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