Criminal Motives
Criminal Motives dives into the psychology behind the world’s most shocking crimes. Hosted by therapist Matt Phifer, each episode explores the minds, motives, and moments that lead to the unthinkable. Why do people do what they do? Let’s find out.
Episodes
They Lied About Kyren Lacy: Bodycam Footage Proves He Was Innocent
He was a standout LSU football star an NFL hopeful with a future worth millions. But just months before the draft, everything changed. Police accused him of causing a fatal car crash that killed 78-year-old Vietnam veteran Herman Hall and s…
Why Did Jimmy Kimmel Get Fired?
Why did Jimmy Kimmel Get FiredThe fallout from the Charlie Kirk assassination has sparked ripple effects across media, politics, and entertainment and now, Jimmy Kimmel is at the center of it all.In this episode of the Criminal Motives Podc…
Why Was There a Body in David Anthony's Tesla?!
Why Was There a Body in the Tesla?!A shocking discovery has rocked the music world and left a community searching for answers. 🚨Authorities found the dismembered body of 13-year-old missing teen Celestea Rivas in the frunk of a Tesla regis…
Shocking Texts Revealed Between Charlie Kirk Shooter and Transgender Partner!
Shocking Texts Revealed Between Shooter and Partner!In this episode of the Criminal Emotives Podcast, Matthew Feifer dives deep into the disturbing case of Tyler Robinson, aka the "Charlie Kirk shooter," and his alleged text thread with his…
Charlie Kirk Shooter Still on the Run: FBI Press Conference Breakdown + My Reaction
Charlie Kirk Shooter Still on the Run: FBI Press Conference Breakdown + My Reaction🔥 Breaking: FBI Releases New Footage in Charlie Kirk Shooting Case | Manhunt IntensifiesThis episode of Criminal Motives Podcast dives into explosive update…
What Really Happened to Charlie Kirk?
What Really Happened to Charlie Kirk?Charlie Kirk’s tragic death at just 31 years old has shocked the nation. In today’s video, I give my full breakdown of the situation — including what we know so far, why this event raises serious concern…
Former Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sexually Assaulting a Student, But Won't Go To Prison
Welcome back to the Criminal Motives Podcast! In today’s episode, host Matthew Phifer delves into the disturbing case of Brandon Hargrove, a former teacher of the year, who recently pled guilty to sexually assaulting a minor 17 years ago. D…
L.A. Woman Loses Home & Life Savings After Scammers Use AI to Pose as General Hospital Star
In this episode of the Criminal Motives podcast, host Matthew Phifer dives deep into the shocking story of an LA woman who fell victim to an AI-driven scam. Targeted by scammers posing as a celebrity from the soap opera General Hospital, th…
Family Receives Mysterious Warning Message From Missing Man
In this episode, we explore the extraordinary and heartbreaking story of Abraham Shakespeare — a working-class man who won a $30 million Florida lottery jackpot, only to disappear under mysterious circumstances just a few years later.We div…
What Happened to The Menedez Brothers is Shocking
Episode Summary:In this episode of Criminal Motives, we revisit one of the most polarizing true crime cases of the 20th century — the Menendez brothers. On the surface, Lyle and Erik Menendez appeared to be two privileged sons who brutally …
The Dark Truth About the Gabby Petito Case
Episode Summary:Gabby Petito had a dream — to explore the world and document her journey on YouTube with the person she loved. But her story became a viral tragedy that shocked the world. In this episode of Criminal Motives, we go beyond th…
Ruby Franke & Jodi Hildebrandt: The Dark Truth Behind 8 Passengers
Ruby Franke & Jodi Hildebrandt: The Dark Truth Behind 8 PassengersJoin my newsletter: https://beacons.ai/mattphifer.coaching/page2Ruby Franke, the former 8 Passengers YouTube mom, has been arrested on shocking child abuse charges alongside …