The Secret Room | True Stories

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The Donya Jul 23, 2024

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Maria learned a lot about the world's oldest profession when she was young. But not because she was a sex worker. Her mom was The Donya.

PICTURES

See pictures from Maria's story including one of her as pageant queen. Also see her family then and today.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Erin from ep 223 "Pang in my Heart" is back. She brings with her none other than her husband, and uncle by marriage, Justin. Susie asks them about how their relationship shifted to romance. We also learn what Justin was doing during the 6 years he and Erin didn't speak.

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Pang in my Heart Jul 09, 2024

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The hateful lies of a family member lead Erin to a forbidden love. Can their story defy the odds? Find out.

PICTURES

See Erin and Justin then and now; the summer house; and yes, the fenceposts.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Felicia pretended to be a man when she took complete control over a men's Facebook dating site. The posts and comments she saw gave her eye opening insight on how some men talk about women when they think no one else is listening.

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Dad's Texts Jun 25, 2024

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Halley shares how she stumbled upon some texts that fundamentally changed how she sees her Dad. She's confided in her sister about this revelation, and neither of them know what to do.

PICTURES

See Halley, her mom and kids. There's also a picture of the house.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Lizzie returns from Ep 221, "The Complicationship." She'll reveal juicy details about her affair at University and the methods she used to keep it under wraps. Also, she shares a new perspective on her relationship now that she's had time to reflect. And Lizzie will also unveil a fresh secret: why she didn't talk to her dad for over 10 years!

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The Complicationship Jun 11, 2024

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Lizzie was a teaching assistant at a university in South Africa who found herself captivated by a once-famous, older student. Their clandestine connection unfolds amidst a whirlwind of butterflies and complexities. Lizzie tells us about the ups and downs and where it led her.

PICTURES

See pictures of Lizzie and John in Cape Town

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In one week on our premium show: an unbelievable yet all-too-real online scam and its heartbreaking consequences. Hear the harrowing tale of a 79-year-old mother who believes she's in a relationship with none other than country music star Kenny Chesney. And fake Kenny wants mom's money. It's a secret of love, trust, and vulnerability in the digital age.

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I Almost Married a Skinhead May 28, 2024

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Skyler's odyssey into adulthood was a perilous journey from foster homes to skin heads where disappointment waited at every turn. Today she shares her secret coming of age story.

PICTURES

See pictures of Skyler, her third foster house and her high school.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Remember The Secret Room episode "Wild Child" where Lee found herself involuntarily sent to wilderness therapy? We have a related secret on the next Unlocked. Kristen grew up in a devout household and bravely revealed her sexuality as a teenager. Her mom whisked her off to a remote wilderness camp to separate her from her girlfriend. You'll be astonished by the hardships she endured, and her mom's reaction when she got back."

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Hole 14 May 14, 2024

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Ben's guest, also named Ben, volunteered for a top secret stakeout on a golf course. His mission: catch a moonlight marauder. A comical series of events leads to an unexpected arrest!

PICTURES

See Ben spinning some sand on the course; and with his good friend who passed.

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Jo is back from episode 218 "Power Dynamic." Susie asks her how she feels about paying off her house all these years later, and if she has she spoken with Bill in recent years?

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Power Dynamic Apr 30, 2024

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Jo came into six figures in cold hard cash which she used to make a better life for her family. And even though she doesn't regret what she did to get it, she can't utter a word about it to anyone.

PICTURES

See pictures of Jo with her kids, Jo's house and the massage table.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

On the next Unlocked, Chloe from episode 216 "How I Got My New Rack," is back. When her career in New York's fashion industry was flagging she made ends meet as a dominatrix! That job led to one outlandish situation after another until ultimately she ended up in a job she knew nothing about, which she was told to fake. It's a hilarious follow up told in only the way that Chloe can tell it.

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Tangled Ties Apr 16, 2024

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When Gina's toxic best friendship with MJ came to an abrupt end, she was left with a pile of feelings she couldn't share. If she did, she would lose even more than she already had.

PICTURES

See Gina and MJ. Also, Gina's childhood home, the night of the club fight, their last picture together, and Gina's tattoo

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Kai is your average busy professional. But one night during the Covid 19 pandemic lock down her life changed. She went to a gas station convenience store and became consumed with the nighttime activity. Now, just about every day after work, she goes to the store and watches. She's witnessed tragedy, heartache, crime.

The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom or on Apple Podcasts.

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How I Got My New Rack! Apr 02, 2024

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Ben's guest Chloe had one goal in mind. A goal that seemed so out of reach…until it wasn't. But just how she got her new boobs will make you think twice….

PICTURES

See before and after pictures of Chloe on social.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Remember Zane and his intergalactic adventure in episode 215 Digital Heist? On the next unlocked Zane's back and he brings his mastermind brother Dan with him! Dan continued the mission after Zane bowed out for an even bigger payout.

The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom or on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Susie Lark.

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The Digital Heist Mar 19, 2024

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Zane executed an intergalactic heist with an early form of digital currency. It's a sprawling adventure of rocket ships and asteroid mining he's kept secret for two decades.

PICTURES

See pictures from Eve Online, and the garage where it all went down. Also, Zane, Mick and Dan pose for an iconic pic. See also Cairo the parrot and mom's dog hamming it up, and the famous picture of Zane on his pilgrimage to CCP HQ in Reykjavik.

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THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED

Trouble, from episode 212 "His Name Was Trouble," is back for an exclusive interview with Susie. Episode 212 was the story of the mixed-race psychiatric nurse who fell in love with her patient Trouble, who happened to be a ranking member in a white supremacist gang. He tells us what Angela might have gotten wrong in her interview with Ben. He also tells us about his relapse after prison, and how he won over Angela's dad. Host: Susie Lark.

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