Squatty Potty to Child Predator?! — A Shark Tank Story Takes a DARK Turn | Bobby Edwards Case

Hidden True Crime

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🗓️ 28 March 2026

⏱️ 25 minutes

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A viral unicorn… a Shark Tank success story… and now, federal allegations that are anything but whimsical. In this episode of Hidden True Crime, Lauren unpacks the shocking case against Robert “Bobby” Edwards—the co-creator of Squatty Potty—who has been indicted on charges involving children. From the FBI’s multi-year investigation and disturbing digital evidence, to the strange and unexpected connections tying this story to broader Utah-based media, belief systems, and figures like those behind Sound of Freedom, this case takes a dark turn no one saw coming. Tim Ballard Playlist Sponsor: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code hidden at https://www.oneskin.co/hidden #oneskinpod 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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