Episodios

  • Behind Closed Doors: Laken Snelling and the Tragedy of Neonaticide

    Behind Closed Doors: Laken Snelling and the Tragedy of Neonaticide
    Oct 3 2025
    Join us for a chilling start to the fall 2025 season of the Secret Passage Podcast as we dive into the heartbreaking case of Laken Snelling, a 21-year-old University of Kentucky cheerleader accused of secretly giving birth to and then killing her newborn in a shocking act of neonaticide. We explore the complex issues behind neonaticide, drawing parallels to cases like Amy Grossberg and Brian Peterson, Brooke Skylar Richardson, and Gail Eastwood-Ritchie. Like, subscribe, and follow us. Here's how:
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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

    Producer: Tim Rogers

    Editor: Mitch Silver
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    1 h y 10 m
  • Family Annihilators and the Tragic Case of Emily Long

    Family Annihilators and the Tragic Case of Emily Long
    Sep 5 2025

    In our season finale episode we explore the shocking case of Emily Long, a New Hampshire mother who killed her husband, two of her children, and herself in August 2025.

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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

    Producer: Tim Rogers

    Editor: Mitch Silver
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    1 h y 31 m
  • Columbine Unraveled

    Columbine Unraveled
    Aug 29 2025
    In this episode of Secret Passage, we revisit the Columbine High School shooting, exploring the events, timeline, and devastating impact of the attack carried out by Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold. We discuss the warning signs, systemic failures, and psychology of the perpetrators. We reflect on the broader societal implications, including school safety protocols and the role of bullying, while emphasizing the importance of recognizing and acting on red flags to prevent future tragedies. Like, subscribe, and follow us. Here's how:
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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

    Producer: Tim Rogers

    Editor: Mitch Silver
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    1 h y 25 m
  • Can Psychopathy Be Managed? Examining the Paris Lee Bennett Case

    Can Psychopathy Be Managed? Examining the Paris Lee Bennett Case
    Aug 22 2025
    In this episode of the Secret Passage Podcast, we dive into the chilling case of Paris Lee Bennett who murdered his four-year-old sister in 2007. We explore the psychological and environmental factors that may have contributed to his actions, drawing parallels to the recent murders of Jessica Lyman and her son Eli Painter. We look at the neuroscience of psychopathy, referencing Dr. James Fallon’s research on the “psychopath brain” and the potential for early intervention to prevent violent outcomes. Links: James Fallon's book The Psychopath Inside: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17707530-the-psychopath-inside Greater Good Science Center interview with James Fallon: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/can_a_psychopath_learn_feel_pain Like, subscribe, and follow us. Here's how:
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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

    Producer: Tim Rogers

    Editor: Mitch Silver
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    1 h y 16 m
  • Savannah: The Price of Her Past, the Changing Landscape of Porn, Mental Health, and the Digital Age

    Savannah: The Price of Her Past, the Changing Landscape of Porn, Mental Health, and the Digital Age
    Aug 15 2025

    In this episode, we discuss Savannah (Shannon Wilsey), a prominent figure in the adult industry, whose early trauma and struggles with addiction shaped her turbulent journey. We speculate about the factors that may have led to her battle with addiction and ultimately her suicide. We reflect on the evolving landscape of the adult industry, examining shifts in mental health awareness, and the impact of the digital age.

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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

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    1 h y 21 m
  • Ghislaine Maxwell: Power, Privilege, and Predation

    Ghislaine Maxwell: Power, Privilege, and Predation
    Aug 8 2025

    In this episode we discuss Ghislaine Maxwell, exploring her privileged upbringing, her role as Jeffrey Epstein’s enabler, and the psychological factors that may have driven her actions. We look at the dynamics of power, manipulation, and class that fueled her complicity in Epstein’s sex trafficking network. We explore the broader implications of such predatory behavior and share our thoughts about how we can protect our youth from similar exploitation.

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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

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    1 h y 6 m
  • The Idaho Four: A Tragedy’s Ripple Effect, Media, and the Search for Answers

    The Idaho Four: A Tragedy’s Ripple Effect, Media, and the Search for Answers
    Aug 1 2025
    In this episode of the Secret Passage podcast, we dive into the chilling Idaho Four murder case, exploring the tragic events, the investigation, the media's handling of the case, and the emotional toll on victims’ friends and families. We look at the psychology of Bryan Kohberger, and discuss how early intervention might prevent such tragedies. Like, subscribe, and follow us. Here's how:
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    1 h y 35 m
  • Stanford’s Failure: The Tragic Death of Star Student Athlete Katie Meyer

    Stanford’s Failure: The Tragic Death of Star Student Athlete Katie Meyer
    Jul 25 2025
    In this episode of the Secret Passage podcast, we explore the tragic story of Katie Meyer, a star Stanford soccer player and team captain who took her life in 2022 after facing a harsh disciplinary process. We discuss the institutional failures of Stanford’s Office of Community Standards, which pursued action against Meyer for spilling hot coffee on a football player in defense of a teammate, despite neither party wanting to escalate the issue. We look at the immense pressure Meyer faced, the lack of mental health support, and the resulting Katie Meyer’s Law, which ensures students have an outside advocate during disciplinary actions. We touch on broader themes of mental health stigma, social media pressures, and the need for empathy in academic institutions. Links: Katie's Save: https://katiessave.org/ Information about Katie Meyer's Law: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/2024/09/29/katie-meyer-stanford-mental-health-california-law/75433731007/ Save: The Katie Meyer Story https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/save-the-katie-meyer-story/umc.cmc.3rnzvc1ylmuscdlpfmiedelzu Join our Patreon community! www.patreon.com/SecretPassagePodcast Like, subscribe, and follow us. Here's how:
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    Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers

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    1 h y 24 m