Courtroom Audio Made Jurors SOB… Then Prosecution Rests Athena Strand Trial

This week on Hidden True Crime, we break down the devastating capital murder trial of Tanner Horner, the man who has pleaded guilty to the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand. With the prosecution now resting, jurors have been forced to sit through some of the most disturbing evidence imaginable—including chilling audio from inside the delivery truck where Athena spent her final moments, testimony from her grieving mother, and a timeline that reveals calculated actions, deception, and unimaginable violence. In this episode, Lauren walks you through each day of the trial, the emotional witness testimony, and the haunting details that continue to unfold. Sponsors: Brodo- Head to for 20% off your first subscription order and use code HTC for an additional $10 off. Veracity- For up to 65% off your order, head to and use code HIDDEN. 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. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/HiddenTrueCrime⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Courtroom Audio Made Jurors SOB… Then Prosecution Rests Athena Strand Trial is an episode from Hidden: A True Crime Podcast by Hidden True Crime.

This episode is 179:30 long.

This episode was published on Apr 18, 2026.

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