NEW: How to Rob a Bank (Part 1)

In this gripping first episode of a two-part series, the Mind Over Murder podcast dives into the real-life story behind the Netflix documentary *How to Rob a Bank*, featuring retired FBI agent Sean Johnson and Stephen Myers, a former accomplice to notorious bank robber Scott Scurlock, known as 'Hollywood.' The episode unfolds as a dual narrative: Stephen recounts how he became entangled in Scurlock’s meticulously planned bank robbery spree, beginning with a disastrous first attempt and evolving into a high-stakes, years-long operation involving prosthetic masks, surveillance, and a network of deception. Meanwhile, Sean Johnson shares his perspective as the lead FBI investigator who spent four and a half years chasing the elusive 'Hollywood,' detailing how the case escalated from routine robberies to a sophisticated, high-risk crime wave across the Pacific Northwest. The dynamic between the two men—on opposite sides of the law—becomes a psychological chess match, marked by mutual respect, strategic intelligence, and an almost symbiotic relationship forged through shared obsession with precision and control. The episode reveals the surprising sophistication behind the robberies: no violence, minimal use of firearms, and a focus on psychological theater, logistics, and evasion. Stephen describes the creation of prosthetic masks, the use of decoy vehicles, and the strategic use of debt and false identities to avoid suspicion. Sean explains how the FBI shifted from reactive to proactive tactics, including a high-profile press campaign that inadvertently helped the criminals view him as part of their own team. The story culminates in a haunting reflection on legacy: the treehouse, a physical manifestation of Scurlock’s psyche, becomes a symbol of both sanctuary and obsession. The episode ends with the promise of a deeper dive into the aftermath, the cultural impact, and the potential for a scripted adaptation of this true crime saga.