Aug 2023

Part 3: My Secret

With access to her 20 journals, Simon discovers Alana’s devotion and obsession with sin, Father Dave’s encroaching influence, and the secret she’s asked to keep. This episode contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please contact the Suicide ... Show More

38m 9s

Aug 2023

Part 2: Father

Simon recounts his earlier calling to the priesthood. Alana sneaks out to church, and meets a controversial priest who advises her on becoming a nun. This episode contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please contact the Suicide and Crisis ... Show More

32m 12s

Aug 2023

Part 4: Judo

Through their spiritual mentors, Alana and Simon are introduced to Conversion Therapy. A deep dive into the psychological & theological theories behind this practice. This episode contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please contact the Su ... Show More

46m 9s

Oct 2023

The best true crime podcasts this October

For years, Alana Chen harbored a deep secret. As a teen, she confessed to her priest that she was attracted to women. She was told to never tell her parents, and over the next seven years, Alana received conversion therapy in secret. Her story is told in the new podcast Dear Ala ... Show More

53m 13s

Mar 2023

Death Be Not Proud

<p><a href='http://988lifeline.org'>http://988lifeline.org</a> for a 24/7 free and confidential suicide and crisis lifeline.<br/><a href='http://thehotline.org'>http://thehotline.org</a> for The National Domestic Violence Hotline.<br/><br/>The threat of suicide links Sven' ... Show More

58m 44s

Jun 2024

Episode 5: State of mind

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of substance use and domestic violence. Uncovering Louisa’s journal, entries are discovered from the months leading up to her tragic passing. Amidst her struggles, a further mystery emerges surrounding the whereabouts of her Moth ... Show More

22m 38s

May 2022

Good Grief — Sandy Beal E8

The Beal family is faced with a daunting task that threatens to divide them. Sandy’s final words are cast in a new light. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis T ... Show More

33m 15s

Apr 2022

The Unraveling — Sandy Beal E7

Sandy’s cousin Kim meets with a cold case detective who offers her something unexpected - and transformative. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at ... Show More

29m 50s

Sep 2020

Foot Shaker - Listener Stories

Trigger warning: this episode includes mention of suicide or self harm. Listener be advised. We're moving into the spooky time season with some great listener stories. Erin writes to us with a story of her grandpa being confused for ants. Andrew may have had a serial killer encou ... Show More

1h 30m

Jul 2024

Stephanie, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly

After unearthing her husband's secret online life, Stephanie struggles to find a way forward. Content Warning: This episode includes description of a suicide attempt. If you are experiencing feelings of hopelessness or thinking about ending your own life, you are not alone. He ... Show More

35m 9s