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The Secret Passage Podcast| True Crime & Psychology

Dana Vespoli and GenXJacky
Madeleine Mccann
Jonbenét Ramsey
Columbus, United States
Social Media
West Memphis Three
Christian Bruckner
John F. Kennedy Jr.
Pickerington, United States
Laguna Niguel, United States
Generational Trauma
Patsy Ramsey
Byron Smith
Columbine High School Massacre
The Shining
Idaho Four
Savannah (shannon Michelle Wilsey)
Psychopathy
Skylar Neese
Kendra Licari
Steubenville, United States

A GenX therapist and a conflicted pornographer, who has recently been called to Christianity, join forces, providing unique perspectives on subjects ranging from true crime, social issues, horror, and Hollywood.

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Latest Episodes

After nearly two decades behind bars, the West Memphis Three walked free. But freedom came with a catch: their convictions remained intact, and the murders of three eight-year-old boys remained unresolved.

In the final installment of our West Memph... more

Three murdered children. Three teenagers convicted. And a justice system that may have been more interested in finding someone to blame than finding the truth.

In Part 2 of our West Memphis Three series, Dana Vespoli and GenXJacky revisit the trial... more

On May 5, 1993, eight-year-old Stevie Branch, Christopher Byers, and Michael Moore disappeared in West Memphis, Arkansas. The following day, their bodies were discovered in a wooded area known as Robin Hood Hills. What followed was an investigation t... more

Three men were inside the house. Their guest was stabbed to death. And nearly 20 years later, his murder remains unsolved.

On August 2, 2006, 32-year-old attorney Robert Wone stayed overnight at the Washington, D.C., home of his longtime friend Jos... more

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Hosts

Dana Vespoli
Host of Secret Passage Podcast; psychotherapist-analyst with a background in the podcast's thematic mix.
Shannon Rogers
Co-host; frequent contributor focusing on ethical, psychological, and cultural dimensions of cases.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • I really love this podcast

    What stands out to me is that Dana and their co-host aren’t afraid to share their own opinions and perspective while still being very thoughtful and mindful about the people and cases they’re discussing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yoshisaurik
    United States2 months ago
  • Loud commercials

    The trend of commercials being 5 times louder than the podcast is ridiculous.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Podcastareterrible
    United States5 months ago
  • Interesting show

    The podcast delves into themes and discuss details others won’t touch. It’s well worth giving it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amused117
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Thoughtful, Authentic and interspersed discussion

    Full disclosure a segment from this podcast showed up on one of my social media accounts and I have been a Dana Vespoli fan since the early 2000s. You can see her exceptional intelligence in the movies she directs and how she participates in scenes so I knew hearing thoughts would be stimulating listening.

    This episode on Savannah was really heart wrenching and non judgemental. Adding to the discussion August Ames and Dakota Skye made this episode unforgettable. It seems that ketamine and other... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thefixureffinglousyappguy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Truly thought-provoking

    A well researched and thought-provoking listen. Dana and Sharon are not afraid to dig deep into uncomfortable subject matter that, at times, can make you squirm and then, just as quickly make you chuckle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BobP416
    United Statesa year ago

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Thoughtful, well-researched, and candid discussions
Engaging mix of personal insight and case analysis
Lively psychoanalytic take on cases and culture
Quality guests and consistently structured formats

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#213
South Korea/True Crime

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What is The Secret Passage Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A psychotherapist and a conflicted pornographer who recently embraced Christianity co-host a show that threads true crime with psychology, culture, and media analysis. Episodes mix case psychology, relationship dynamics, media narratives, and moral reflection, often weighing rehabilitation, accountability, and the human cost of sensational coverage. The format combines careful analysis with candid, personal commentary, yielding a distinctive, thought-provoking take on high-profile cases, society's obsessions, and how culture shapes perceptions of crime and justice. This blend—clinical insight, cultural critique, and intimate storytelling—offers a unique lens for listeners who want both intellectual rigor and human perspective, with several ... more

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