Profiler: True Crime Africa

No case breakdown. No fluff. Just a gripping conversation with one of the world’s top arson and bombing experts. We’re joined by Ed Nordskog—retired arson/bomb investigator for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department, FBI instructor, US Marine vet, and author of six essential books on fire-related crime. With over 2,100 arson cases under his belt and profiles on dozens of serial arsonists, Ed is the real deal. Together with Paul and Gerard, he unpacks: – What makes a serial arsonist tick– How investigators track killers who burn– The brutal realities of fire death scenes– Why arson is one of the most overlooked serial crime types in the world If you’re into criminal profiling, forensic psych, or just want to hear from someone who’s literally walked through fire for justice—this one’s for you. 🎙️ Support Us:Patreon: patreon.com/profilerafrica [https://www.patreon.com/profilerafrica] 📲 Follow Profiler Africa:Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | plotshiftcrime.co.za #EdNordskog #ProfilerAfrica #TrueCrime #ArsonInvestigation #SerialArsonists #ForensicPsychology #FireSetters #TrueCrimeInterview #CriminalProfiling #CrimeExperts #GerardLabuschagne #PaulLlewellyn #CrimePodcast #ArsonDetective #TrueCrimeCommunity #ForensicScience #RealCrimeStories #LawEnforcementInsights #CriminalInvestigation #CrimeContent

What’s it like creating true crime content in South Africa? This week, we sit down with YouTuber and storyteller Tshego Paledi (44K+ subscribers) for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at life in the local crime content game. No case breakdowns—just an honest convo about the highs, hate, ethics, and emotional toll of documenting real stories of violence, injustice, and survival. From the cases that changed her to the criticism she faces, Tshego joins Paul and Gerard to unpack what it really means to tell the told and untold in a country where crime is personal, political, and often painful. A must-listen for anyone in the true crime space—or anyone who consumes it. 🌟 Support the Show: Patreon: patreon.com/profilerafrica [https://www.patreon.com/profilerafrica] 📲 Follow Profiler Africa: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | plotshiftcrime.co.za 📲 Follow Tshego Paledi: Instagram: @tshegopaledi | TikTok: @tellingthetolduntold | Twitter: @tshego_paledi #TrueCrimeCreators #ProfilerAfrica #TshegoPaledi #TellingTheToldAndUntold #CrimeContent #SouthAfricanYouTube #GerardLabuschagne #ForensicPsychology #TrueCrimeCommunityChatGPT said:

Series Description:South African Serial is a 12-part true crime anthology series. Each episode investigates one unforgettable South African crime. Episode Description:In our first episode, we unpack the disturbing case of Stewart “Boetie Boer” Wilken — one of South Africa’s most dangerous serial killers. With a history of necrophilia, cannibalism, and a terrifying God complex, Wilken confessed to 12 murders and was convicted of 7. This episode draws from exclusive case files and a rare two-day prison interview conducted in 2006. It’s a harrowing journey into the making of a monster. New episodes drop weekly — first for members, then a week later for YouTube and all podcast platforms. Next episode premieres 14 May on Spotify and all major podcast apps. 🌟 Support the Show• Join our Patreon at patreon.com/profilerafrica [https://patreon.com/profilerafrica] to support independent crime storytelling. ➡️ Engage with Us• Follow the podcast and leave a review — it helps others find the show.• Share this episode with a fellow true crime fan.• Send us your thoughts or questions: profilerafricainfo@gmail.com #ProfilerAfrica #TrueCrimePodcast #BoetieBoer#SerialKillers #CriminalPsychology #SAJustice #SouthAfricanSerial

This week: one of the rarest — and most horrifying — crimes on earth. A baby ripped from the womb in a violent act of theft. We go deep into the case of Loretta Cook, a 24-year-old from Toekomsrus, whose web of lies led to murder and left a newborn fighting for life. South Africa has seen not one, but at least three known caesarean kidnappings — an almost unheard-of crime globally. Why here? Why now? Gerard Labuschagne and Paul Llewellyn unpack: Why women fake pregnancies and kill to make them real How these crimes are planned, not impulsive What forensic psychology reveals about killers who seem "normal" And how society’s pressure to be a mother can turn deadly 🔪 This is true crime at its most disturbing — and most revealing. 💡 Support Profiler Africa• Join us on Patreon → patreon.com/profilerafrica• Become a YouTube Member for extras• Hit Super Like — every bit helps 📩 Got questions for Gerard?Email: profilerafricainfo@gmail.com 🎧 Listen, follow, share.Profiler Africa — wherever you get your true crime fix. #ProfilerAfrica #CaesareanKidnapping #TrueCrime #ForensicPsychology #FoetalAbduction #SouthAfricanCrime #CriminalProfiling

He murdered his family with an axe — thencalmly called emergency services like nothing happened. We're digging into one of South Africa’s mostshocking crimes: the brutal axe murders committed by 20-year-old Henri van Breda. In 2015, inside the family’s luxury estate inStellenbosch, Henri killed his parents and brother—and nearly murdered his teenage sister, who somehow survived. The aftermath? A strange 911 call, self-inflicted wounds, and a trial that exposed chilling levels of control, detachment, and deceit. What turns a privileged young man into a familyannihilator? What does the psychology say about motive, manipulation, and remorse? And how close did he come to getting away with it? We unpack the twisted mind behind the massacre,the forensic psychology, and the courtroom battle that followed. With expert insight from Dr. Gerard Labuschagne, former head of SAPS’ Investigative Psychology Unit. 🔥 Support the Show→ Join our Patreon: patreon.com/profilerafrica [http://patreon.com/profilerafrica]→ Become a YouTube Member for extras→ Drop a Super Like on YouTube — we’ll shout you out in the next episode! 📬 Get Involved→ Subscribe on YouTube and hit the bell→ Email us: profilerafricainfo@gmail.com→ Share the show. Help us keep South African true crime alive. #ProfilerAfrica #HenriVanBreda #TrueCrimeSA#ForensicPsychology #FamilyMurder #CriminalMind #SouthAfricaCrime #GerardLabuschagne