About this episode

This episode explores the psychological factors behind notorious crimes through the lens of individual backstories.

Amber's on vacation, so she's yanking an episode of The Catalyst from behind the paywall over at Grab Bag Collab. Dive deep into the upbringing and backstories of individuals who committed history's most notorious crimes, shedding light on the psychological factors that shaped their paths. With a suspenseful twist, the identities of these individuals won’t be unveiled until the end of each episode. ‘The Catalyst’ will unravel the complex narratives behind these disturbing cases and try to understand what triggered them. This episode is called "The Traveler." To get our back catalog of Catalyst episodes, plus all of our other shows, subscribe at www.grabbagcollab.com .

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Host: Amber Hunt

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Organizations: Grab Bag Collab

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