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Something Was Wrong

Broken Cycle Media
Mental Health
Title IX
Megan Stoner
Trauma
Sexual Assault
Birth Trauma
Child Abuse
Abuse
Domestic Violence
Fraud
Midwifery
Emotional Abuse
Stalking
Origins Birth and Wellness
Broken Cycle Media
University Of Central Oklahoma
Hamilton County Jail
Social Media
Sexual Harassment
Scams

Something Was Wrong is an award-winning docuseries about survivors' discovery, trauma, and recovery from crime and abuse.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Rebecca Schwartz-Mette
Associate professor of psychology at the University of Buffalo; expert on friendship and belonging
University of Buffalo
Episode: S26 Ep7: The Importance of Friendship with Dr. Rebecca Schwartz-Mette
Dr. Marisa G. Franco
Psychologist, international speaker, New York Times bestselling author
University of Maryland; author of Platonic and Worth
Episode: S26 Ep6: Friendship, Attachment, and Betrayal with Dr. Marisa G. Franco
Marie Kalumna
Victim in the case against Sergio Guardia, stalking and home intrusion survivor
Victim in case against Sergio Guardia
Episode: S26 Ep5: A Restoration (Chapter 1 Finale)
Marie Columna
Survivor describing impact and courtroom experience
Episode: S26 Ep4: So Help You God
Laura Elizabeth Guardia
Husband's wife, testified at trial about circumstances and impact
Episode: S26 Ep4: So Help You God
Danny Cords
Organizational psychologist and victim advocate
TechFortune 100 (former), GSBA board member
Episode: S25 Ep25: WCN Presents: [Danny Cords] An Upstander Unto Yourself
Kathryn Holland
Researcher and speaker introduced as a guest on the show
Episode: S25 Ep22: Answering Community Questions with Dr. Nicole Bedera, Dr. Kathryn Holland & Dr. Jacqueline Cruz Part 2
Nicole Bedera
Researcher and speaker introduced as a guest on the show
Beyond Compliance Consulting (partner)
Episode: S25 Ep22: Answering Community Questions with Dr. Nicole Bedera, Dr. Kathryn Holland & Dr. Jacqueline Cruz Part 2
Dr. Jacqueline Cruz
Title IX expert, researcher, and NYU adjunct faculty
NYU, Title IX research and practice
Episode: S25 Ep21: Answering Community Questions with Dr. Nicole Bedera, Dr. Kathryn Holland & Dr. Jacqueline Cruz

Host

Tiffany Reese
Host and creator with leadership role; involved in reporting and storytelling across seasons; affiliated with Broken Cycle Media

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 46k ratings
  • Background musical effects

    At times, background “mood” musics softly totters along despite not apparently having any relationship with the narration. The “mood” is set for a feeling of bewilderment , as if some important clue/information or reveal is occurring. Typically this would convey a sense of mystery but here it is just disconnected from the narrative and disorienting. Very annoying and distracting. Sound editor needs to reconsider these choices.

    Sorry to nitpick but I can hardly focus on the narrative.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kmevler
    United States17 days ago
  • Friendship betrayal?

    This latest season is especially bad and just confusing. I’m not sure how this is a story of friendship betrayal. It doesn’t sound the two people interviewed were friends with this girl to begin with. She sounds really unwell. At what point is this just punching down on someone that needs help?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Newcommenter1
    United States18 days ago
  • Miss the old content

    Not sure why this show took such a turn. I still come back to re-listen to old seasons. Really hate what it’s turned into now.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LPDPSC123
    United States19 days ago
  • Huge lack of empathy in season 26

    The second chapter of season 26 is just gross. Mean girl behavior dominates and I’m truly shocked by how much this podcast has changed. Tiffany was doing good work and talking about such important topics in the beginning. In the latest episodes, this “friend” openly says she never wanted to be friends with the girl and was just leading her on to try and out her. Clearly this girl is mentally ill, but these people were responding to and engaging with her so they could gossip about it.

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    maggs13@!
    United States20 days ago
  • something IS wrong

    does anyone else find it bizarre that the host is giggling along with these kids who are at least 15 years younger than her as they plot to bully and “expose” a young woman who is clearly unwell? this show has gone so off the rails in the last few seasons, and this season is downright shameful. this is not journalism, it’s not protecting survivors; you are using your platform to gossip with 23 year olds. tiffany, this is the wrong way to try and stay relevant; it’s embarrassing and icky.

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    *&* :)
    United States20 days ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate survivor-centered storytelling and the host's empathy, but some critique format shifts toward more interviews and education.
Many praise the mix of personal testimony and research-based context, finding it insightful for understanding abuse and accountability.
Several reviews note a shift in tone and pacing, with some calling for return to earlier storytelling styles and fewer expert-interview segments.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#249
United States/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#40
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#49
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#110
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#63
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#126
France/True Crime

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S26 Ep6: Friendship, Attachment, and Betrayal with Dr. Marisa G. Franco
Q: Can you talk about attachment theory for those who are less familiar and how it influences the way we live?
Attachment theory describes internal templates formed in early relationships that shape whether we seek closeness or distance in friendships, driving how we respond to others and how we experience fear of rejection or abandonment.
S26 Ep7: The Importance of Friendship with Dr. Rebecca Schwartz-Mette
Q: How did you first become interested in psychology?
Dr. Schwartz-Mette explains she has long been fascinated by adolescence as a pivotal period where friendships form, influence identity, and shape later life outcomes, driving her to study how social connections affect well-being.
S25 Ep21: Answering Community Questions with Dr. Nicole Bedera, Dr. Kathryn Holland & Dr. Jacqueline Cruz
Q: What would you recommend if a survivor does not wish to engage with Title IX or report a case?
We should respect the survivor's autonomy and understand that reporting may not always be the most helpful or desired option; support should focus on reducing harm and providing meaningful alternatives to safety and wellbeing.
S25 Ep18: Better for the Next Survivor
Q: And what, if any, questions did they ask you?
The cross-examination from Justin's attorney was more intense and frequent than what she had grown used to, focusing on personal and medical details and how they were documented in reports and records.
S25 Ep15: The Truth Will Always Prevail
Q: What was the impact of the case on Marissa during the Title IX and criminal justice processes?
Marissa faced years of emotional strain and public scrutiny, felt misgivings about the process, and ultimately sought accountability and safety for herself and others.

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This docuseries centers on survivor experiences, trauma, and the paths toward healing, often through multi-episode, investigative storytelling that blends personal testimony with expert context. Recent seasons emphasize nuanced explorations of betrayal, abuse within religious communities, and systemic responses from institutions, while maintaining a knack for methodical, evidence-driven storytelling. Noteworthy is a trend toward richer survivor voices and accountability-focused journalism, balanced with expert analysis and resources for listeners. Potential listeners who value rigorous storytelling, empathy for survivors, and context on how institutions handle abuse will likely find it compelling, with clear takeaways for advocates, student... more

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2. Dr. Marisa G. Franco
3. Marie Kalumna
4. Marie Columna
5. Laura Elizabeth Guardia
6. Danny Cords
7. Kathryn Holland
8. Nicole Bedera

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