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The Mindhunter
The Mindhunter introduces you to Paul Harrison a British criminal profiler working in the FBI's elite behavioural analysis unit, profiling the twisted minds of notorious serial killers like Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer. Hailed as "Britain's Mindhunter," Paul became an author and public speaker captivating True Crime fans across the UK with his chilling tales and unparalleled insights into the depths of human depravity. But it turns out that the real mystery of the mind may lie with Paul himself, because his past isn't exactly how it seems to be.
Join Journalist Francisco Garcia and producer Brenna Daldorph as they delve deeper into Paul’s secrets. From the stands of Carlisle United football team to one of the most remote Orkney islands, you’ll be introduced to an array of fan communities, dedicated and passionate individuals who play pivotal roles in Paul’s ultimate undoing.
As the True Crime community will discover, sometimes the most chilling stories lurk within their own ranks.
This series deals with adult themes including references to child abuse and murder. It also contains strong language. Listener discretion is advised.
Episode 1 - Small town murder circuit Paul Harrison is traveling around the UK regaling audiences with chilling tales of his encounters with notorious serial killers. But how did a lowly British police officer ascend to the ranks of the FBI’s elite criminal profilers? And what exactly is the mysterious art of “mindhunting”?
Episode 2 - Death on the Nile Before Paul Harrison wrote about True Crime, he wrote about the oft-losing football team Carlisle United. As we delve into this part of his history, we uncover a mystery involving an archeological dig in Egypt, a sudden death and a reincarnation.
Episode 3 - The Wazzock When a journalist at The Sun starts looking into Paul’s background as a criminal profiler, he goes deep into the criminal reaching out to friends of London gangsters the Kray twins and Peter Sutcliffe, often referred to as the “Yorkshire Ripper”. But it is an FBI profiler who will deliver the biggest bombshell about Paul.
Episode 4 - Devil’s Knots Journalist Francisco Garcia and producer Brenna Daldorph embark on a journey to the remote and eerie island of Sanday, where Paul resided during the writing of his seminal work, "Mind Games," a book that delved into the psyches of serial killers. They try and understand what his life was like at the time and where his own mind was at. But what they encounter are shifting truths and a community that seem reluctant to speak.
Episode 5 - Modus Operandi The investigation takes us to a caravan park in Yorkshire, where an employee found his life upended after a run-in with Paul. We meet a librarian-turned-investigator in Australia who reveals to us that Paul might have been operating on a much wider scale than we originally thought.
Episode 6 - What’s truth when it comes to the Loch Ness monster? In the final episode, we head to Loch Ness to meet a Nessie diehard affected by Paul’s claims. And they are far from the only ones affected. But Paul didn’t act alone, so who else bears responsibility for his actions?
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Join Journalist Francisco Garcia and producer Brenna Daldorph as they delve deeper into Paul’s secrets. From the stands of Carlisle United football team to one of the most remote Orkney islands, you’ll be introduced to an array of fan communities, dedicated and passionate individuals who play pivotal roles in Paul’s ultimate undoing.
As the True Crime community will discover, sometimes the most chilling stories lurk within their own ranks.
This series deals with adult themes including references to child abuse and murder. It also contains strong language. Listener discretion is advised.
Episode 1 - Small town murder circuit Paul Harrison is traveling around the UK regaling audiences with chilling tales of his encounters with notorious serial killers. But how did a lowly British police officer ascend to the ranks of the FBI’s elite criminal profilers? And what exactly is the mysterious art of “mindhunting”?
Episode 2 - Death on the Nile Before Paul Harrison wrote about True Crime, he wrote about the oft-losing football team Carlisle United. As we delve into this part of his history, we uncover a mystery involving an archeological dig in Egypt, a sudden death and a reincarnation.
Episode 3 - The Wazzock When a journalist at The Sun starts looking into Paul’s background as a criminal profiler, he goes deep into the criminal reaching out to friends of London gangsters the Kray twins and Peter Sutcliffe, often referred to as the “Yorkshire Ripper”. But it is an FBI profiler who will deliver the biggest bombshell about Paul.
Episode 4 - Devil’s Knots Journalist Francisco Garcia and producer Brenna Daldorph embark on a journey to the remote and eerie island of Sanday, where Paul resided during the writing of his seminal work, "Mind Games," a book that delved into the psyches of serial killers. They try and understand what his life was like at the time and where his own mind was at. But what they encounter are shifting truths and a community that seem reluctant to speak.
Episode 5 - Modus Operandi The investigation takes us to a caravan park in Yorkshire, where an employee found his life upended after a run-in with Paul. We meet a librarian-turned-investigator in Australia who reveals to us that Paul might have been operating on a much wider scale than we originally thought.
Episode 6 - What’s truth when it comes to the Loch Ness monster? In the final episode, we head to Loch Ness to meet a Nessie diehard affected by Paul’s claims. And they are far from the only ones affected. But Paul didn’t act alone, so who else bears responsibility for his actions?
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Published August 13, 2026
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August 23, 2026
A slow, interesting, 45 minute story told in 3 hours.
September 20, 2026
3.5 stars. Definitely a podcast more than a novel. The topic/subject is absolutely fascinating but the execution is lacking. Several threads are left open and how can this guy still be swindling the world? I looked up his books and they are all still available and have really good reviews but apparently he does not (allegedly) write things that are really true? Unsatisfying the way it abruptly ends with no resolution. Wish lawyers or law enforcement would have been brought in more (they have one FBI who says no way was this guy there).
August 30, 2026
5 stars. Listened to this via Audible 🎧
I really, really liked it. It was slow at first, but it was super interesting. I cannot believe this man got away with making stuff up for so long! Insane. I guess if you’re charismatic enough, you can get away with anything. I had no idea where this was going at first (I really thought it was about the FBI people who talked to serial killers ala the TV show), but I loved the “twist” it took. This is the kind of article that you’d hear on NPR - so if that’s not your thing, then this short audiobook isn’t for you.
I really, really liked it. It was slow at first, but it was super interesting. I cannot believe this man got away with making stuff up for so long! Insane. I guess if you’re charismatic enough, you can get away with anything. I had no idea where this was going at first (I really thought it was about the FBI people who talked to serial killers ala the TV show), but I loved the “twist” it took. This is the kind of article that you’d hear on NPR - so if that’s not your thing, then this short audiobook isn’t for you.
October 5, 2026
Not even close to what I was expecting. If you are a "True Crime" aficionado, this one might be as appealing as it would be for someone with a more casual reading/listening interest. It does not explore the mind of a serial killer. Instead, this podcast audio presentation follows the career of Paul Harrison, who wrote books about his time as Britain's #1 criminal profiler. He also wrote books about his favorite soccer team, Carlisle United. When a former drinking buddy recognized him on the lecture circuit, the real mystery begins to unravel, and Harrison's past catches up with him.
The book comes with a trigger warning about descriptions of serial killers, language, and reports about child abuse. It also has a great sense of humor, twists and turns, and an exploration of how we see what we expect to see.
The book comes with a trigger warning about descriptions of serial killers, language, and reports about child abuse. It also has a great sense of humor, twists and turns, and an exploration of how we see what we expect to see.
September 3, 2026
This is a compilation of episodes of a podcast. As a true crime fan and serial killer junkie, this was really interesting especially considering Ive heard of some of these books and planned to read them. It’s a very niche deep dive. The story here reminds me of Catch Me If You Can, but if Frank Abagnale was a true crime author instead. Most of the episodes focused on different ‘eras’ of Paul Harrison’s life and authorship, and there was a snippet at the end discussing how he got away with it for so long and who else bears the responsibility for it. I enjoyed the backstory but would have liked if additional episodes were included diving into that last philosophical concept more as well.
September 23, 2026
An interesting story about a man who has written books on an extraordinarily wide range of subjects – from true crime and Nessie to football clubs – and who also gives talks about his supposed one-to-one encounters with some of the most notorious serial killers in the UK and US.
But something doesn’t quite ring true for one member of his audience. He starts digging, and in doing so opens a can of worms that nobody quite expected.
It’s an intriguing premise and there are some fascinating twists as the story unfolds.
Interesting and certainly unusual, but perhaps not quite as tightly told or conclusive as I’d hoped.
But something doesn’t quite ring true for one member of his audience. He starts digging, and in doing so opens a can of worms that nobody quite expected.
It’s an intriguing premise and there are some fascinating twists as the story unfolds.
Interesting and certainly unusual, but perhaps not quite as tightly told or conclusive as I’d hoped.
September 1, 2026
This was a WILD ride of a story! How has this guy gotten away with being in the limelight, yet lying so damn much for decades? I want to know if and what is going to happen to him now. Likely nothing, it floors me how people can lie/cheat/steal for decades and even when the truth comes out......no repercussions at all. It's rather disgusting.
August 26, 2026
The story was ok. It would have been more impactful several years ago. In this day in age there are so many self-proclaimed "experts" that have no knowledge or credentials and there is so much "news" generated without fact-checking that his story is not unique and, therefore, not very intriguing.
August 27, 2026
This is a wild story, it's a bit over dramatised for someone committing fraud but a fine story all the same. No harm done.
September 2, 2026
jealous ranting.
September 18, 2026
Sorta interesting podcast but definitely not a book.
September 19, 2026
This was such an insightful listen! I was constantly thinking and pondering and also realising that there are really people out there that lives to be a scammer and believe there own lies.
September 20, 2026
Interesting in the beginning, got a little boring (for me) when they started talking about football (soccer), then became more interesting again near the end.
September 23, 2026
More of a 3.5
This was interesting investigation into a man who carried out an elaborate hoax, portraying himself as a criminal profiler.
This was interesting investigation into a man who carried out an elaborate hoax, portraying himself as a criminal profiler.
September 28, 2026
Blew my mind. Gotta hand it to the investigative team - A work of art. Well done! Thank you.
One of my favourite listens of the year.
One of my favourite listens of the year.
October 3, 2026
A fascinating story.
October 5, 2026
Not quite sure what I just listened to. I thought it was a book but definitely more podcast and jumped around so much I lost interest.
October 6, 2026
This is crazy! Just out here being a fraud. I mean how do you keep up with the lies?!
September 29, 2026
I found this to be pretty interesting and informative. It probably could have been shortened, but I didn't know any of this information so I am glad to have heard it all.
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