They were supposed to be safe. But now, two former FLDS kids are gone—and the voices of Warren Jeffs and Samuel Bateman still echo through the desert. Award-winning journalist Mike Watkiss joins us for a haunting look inside the FLDS stronghold he’s spent decades exposing. He shares chilling insights into Jeffs’ enduring power, Bateman’s dangerous rise, and the broken system that keeps letting this happen.

About Hidden True Crime:

What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling.

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