Psychological Manipulation
Discover key takeaways from 23 podcast episodes about this topic.
Liliana Regueiro se reúne con Camille Vasquez, abogada de Gloria Trevi e inmiscuye a Raquenel
Liliana Regueiro, a victim of the Trevi-Andrade clan, reveals how Gloria Trevi's legal team, including Camille Vasquez, allegedly sought to align Raquenel Portillo and Sergio Andrade, while Trevi herself coerced victims and maintains a false public persona.
Friends were told Mindi Kassotis died in a hospital, but her body was found in a swamp | 48 Hours
A decorated Navy JAG officer spun an elaborate web of lies, convincing his wife and their families they were targets of a government conspiracy, only to murder and dismember his wife, Mindy Kassotis, and attempt to cover it up with a fabricated death and a new identity.
Fake Messiah Exposed For Doing Naked Rituals with Kids
This episode details the rise and fall of Wayne Bent, a self-proclaimed Messiah who founded a doomsday cult in rural New Mexico, manipulating followers into sexual acts, including 'nude healing' rituals with underage girls, ultimately leading to his conviction.
Alex Murdaugh Crimes, Jodi Arias Trial, "Bad Vegan" Deep Dive - Megyn's "True Crime" Mega-Episode
This true crime mega-episode dissects the generational criminality of the Murdaugh family, the psychological manipulation behind the 'Bad Vegan' scandal, and the chilling premeditation and trial controversies of the Jodi Arias murder case.
WIFE OF "BELOVED" DR. FACES DEATH AT SHEER CLIFF EDGE ON ROMANTIC "GETAWAY"
A 'romantic getaway' to a treacherous Hawaiian cliff edge turned into an alleged attempted murder when a beloved doctor, Gearhart Koig, brutally attacked his wife, Ariel, with a rock and a syringe, pushing her towards a deadly fall.
6 True Scary Stories about Creepy Childhood Friends
This episode recounts six chilling true stories of childhood friendships that devolved into psychological torment, manipulation, and even violence, leaving lasting trauma on the narrators.
Recording Tomorrows CHILDHOOD FRIENDS Horror Stories Live!
This episode delves into chilling tales of manipulative childhood friends and psychopaths, interspersed with the host's candid insights on content creation, sleep optimization, and the pervasive nature of societal control.
The Woman Who Died Twice | Full Episode
A woman reported dead and cremated by her husband is later found dismembered in a swamp, revealing a shocking web of lies, a fabricated secret agent narrative, and a calculated murder driven by financial evasion.
Cult Leader Murders Multiple Followers for Life Insurance
A charismatic cult leader, Daniel Perez (aka Lou Castro), systematically exploited his followers, convincing them to die in 'accidents' to collect millions in life insurance, all while sexually abusing minors within his commune.
Disturbing Jared From Subway Story, Casey Anthony Trial, Cults - Megyn's "True Crime" Mega-Episode
This mega-episode unpacks three high-profile true crime narratives: the undercover operation that exposed Jared Fogle, the controversial Casey Anthony acquittal from the defense lawyer's perspective, and the psychological mechanisms of cults through the eyes of former members and an expert.
Bride Of Charlie: Dr. Jerri & Mrs. Hyde | Episode 2
Candace Owens exposes the alleged deep-seated connections between elite families, occult practices, military psychological operations, and the problematic background of Erica Kirk's stepmother, Dr. Jerry Fronfay, and the Tesseract School.
Ruby Franke Deep Dive: Where Are They Now? - H3 After Dark #17
This deep dive meticulously unpacks the Ruby Franke child abuse case, detailing the timeline of abuse, the manipulative influence of Jodie Hildebrandt, the complicity of Kevin Franke, and the ongoing efforts by the Franke children to heal and advocate for child influencer protection.
4 Disturbing Stories from People with Dark Secrets
This episode uncovers four chilling narratives of individuals who maintained deceptive public personas while harboring profoundly disturbing secrets, ranging from child abuse and exploitation to serial murder.
The Car in the Garage: The Dark Secrets of Lesley Howell and Trevor Buchanan
For 18 years, the deaths of Lesley Howell and Trevor Buchanan were believed to be a tragic suicide pact born from their spouses' affair, until one of the cheating partners confessed to a meticulously planned double murder.
Woman Creates 'Sex Cult' In Silicon Valley That Runs On Investors, Orgasms & SA Victims
One Taste, a Silicon Valley 'wellness' company, allegedly operated as a sex cult, coercing members into sexual acts and financial exploitation under the guise of 'orgasmic meditation' and personal growth.
Kidnappings and Disappearances | 48 Hours Full Episodes
This episode compiles harrowing accounts of kidnapping survivors, detailing their resourcefulness under duress, the investigative breakthroughs that led to their captors, and the long-term psychological and transformational impacts of their ordeals.
Pimpin’ Ken Reveals His Million-Dollar Blueprint!
Pimpin' Ken details his evolution from street hustler and bank robber to a legendary pimp, and then to a successful hip-hop entrepreneur and author, revealing the psychological and business strategies behind each phase.
Reading Neighbors from HELL Stories! -- (Just chatting / Q and A)
This episode compiles chilling accounts of extreme neighborly disputes, from calculated harassment and voyeurism to a father's violent defense of his daughter against squatters, and a mysterious sculptor whose art blurs the lines of reality.
Attorney RIPS Apart Nanny & Husband's Insane Plan in 10 Minutes
A chilling true crime podcast dissects the prosecution's opening statement in a double murder trial, revealing how a husband and his au pair mistress orchestrated a twisted plot to eliminate his wife and an unsuspecting victim lured through a fetish website.
How Police Captured A Killer Soldier 7 Years Later
A former soldier executes a 'near-perfect' murder, meticulously framing an innocent man, only to be caught seven years later through DNA, digital forensics, and the eventual confession of his teenage accomplice.
Estas son las imágenes de las víctimas de Julio Iglesias
Julio Iglesias faces explosive accusations of sexual abuse, exploitation, and physical violence from former employees, detailed through a journalistic investigation and victim testimonies, raising questions about media suppression and potential legal ramifications.
Jodi Hildebrandt | What Netflix's 'Evil Influencer' Left Out: The Secret Affair & True Motives
This episode exposes critical details about Jodi Hildebrandt's cult-like 'Connections' program, her alleged intimate relationship with Ruby Franke, and a history of abuse that Netflix's 'Evil Influencer' documentary omitted.
The Truth About Netflix's "Bad Vegan" and a Crime Week Con, with Sarma Melngailis
Sarma Melngailis, the subject of Netflix's 'Bad Vegan,' reveals how she, a Wharton-educated chef, was manipulated by a con artist who weaponized her ambitions and vulnerabilities, and critiques the documentary's misrepresentation of her story.