The podcast episodes explore how fantasy and delusion can play a significant role in driving individuals to commit violent acts, even when they are aware of the consequences.

In the case of the Parker-Hulme murder, the girls' creation of a shared fantasy world and detachment from reality was a key factor in their reasoning for committing the murder. Similarly, Sheila LaBarre's descent into delusions that all men were pedophiles led her to attempt to convince partners to murder and bring strangers into her home as potential victims.

These episodes highlight how unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as retreating into fantasies, can transform into full-blown delusions that drive the narrative and lead to tragic outcomes.