
 Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast
 Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast The Minds of Psychopaths: Wild Stories from an ATF Agent
 Jan 10, 2025 
 Ignacio Esteban, a retired ATF agent and true crime author, shares chilling anecdotes from his career confronting psychopaths. He discusses the unsettling ways serial killers blend into society, examining notorious cases like Joseph D'Angelo's transformation into the Night Stalker. Ignacio delves into the psychological profiles of infamous figures like Ted Bundy and Richard Ramirez, revealing the dark strategies they employed. He also highlights the systemic corruption within prison systems and the complexities of drug trafficking, offering a gripping perspective on crime and justice. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Navigating Criticism and Dark Narratives 
 02:09 • 10min 
 The Dark Evolution of a Serial Predator 
 11:39 • 4min 
 The Madness of a Megalomaniac: A True Story of Failed World Domination 
 15:42 • 2min 
 Dark Narratives: The Psychology of Serial Killers 
 17:22 • 21min 
 Corruption and Chaos in Prisons 
 38:01 • 19min 
 Navigating Compliance in High-Stress Situations 
 57:05 • 5min 
 The Dark Mindset of Extremism 
 01:02:31 • 20min 
 The Hidden Dangers of Psychopathy and Deception 
 01:22:20 • 2min 
 Journey Through Law Enforcement: From Aspirations to Customs Agent 
 01:24:42 • 5min 
 Undercover Insights into Drug Trafficking 
 01:29:30 • 32min 
 Gang Dynamics and Corruption in Drug Trade 
 02:01:01 • 15min 
 The Drug Crisis and Beyond 
 02:15:51 • 15min 
 The Dark Rise and Fall of a Cult Leader 
 02:30:51 • 4min 
 Tragedy at Jonestown: A Cult's Dark Legacy 
 02:34:51 • 16min 
 The Reality of Gun Laws and Personal Safety 
 02:51:11 • 4min 


