# The Black Widow of Idaho Pt. 2

An episode of [Serial Killers & Murderous Minds](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1769285458), 26 Feb 2026, 49 min.

Audio: https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/serve.castfire.com/audio/8241795/8241795_2026-04-14-033735.256.mp3?rssID=6044

In this episode of Serial Killers and Murderous Minds, Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels continue the chilling story of Lyda Southard as her confidence grows and her crimes escalate. With multiple husbands dead and suspicion quietly mounting, Lyda refines her methods while authorities begin connecting the dots. This episode follows her final murders, her attempt to flee justice, and the forensic breakthroughs that exposed her crimes. Through psychological analysis and historical context, the episode examines how greed, manipulation, and a desire for control transformed Lyda into the woman history would remember as “Lady Bluebeard.” If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow Serial Killers & Murderous Minds to never miss a case! For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Serial Killers & Murderous Minds is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios 🎧 Need More to Binge? Listen to other Crime House Originals Clues, Crimes Of…, Murder True Crime Stories, Crime House 24/7, and more wherever you get your podcasts! Follow me on Social • Instagram: @Crimehouse • TikTok: @Crimehouse • Facebook: @crimehousestudios • YouTube: @crimehousestudios

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