ND EP: 18 - Inside the Mind of a Killer: Canada’s Hidden Criminology
Northern Dark | True Canadian Crime by Northern Dark Podcast
Episode notes
From Paul Bernardo’s emotionless grin to Russell Williams’ secret trophies, Inside the Mind of a Killer explores the psychology and criminology behind some of Canada’s darkest crimes.Mark walks us through the science — psychopathy checklists, brain imaging, behavioural analysis — while Leah joins later to reflect on guilt, control, and what past Northern Dark cases reveal about the criminal mind.
Referenced Cases & Sources
All information verified through publicly available records and Canadian outlets:
- Paul Bernardo – Parole Board of Canada decision (2023); CBC and Global News coverage.
- Dr. Robert Hare – UBC Psychopathy Checklist (PCL-R).
- Clifford Olson – CBC Archives (1981 – 2010); RCMP case summaries.
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