The Secret Room | True Stories

Kat tells us about one hair-raising night that ended with a high speed car chase, an explosion and some cash. But did they get away with it? DRIP DROP Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code secret. MINT MOBILE Make the switch! MINTMOBILE.com/SECRET. WILD GRAIN Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/SECRET to start your subscription. PICTURES See Kat, Rachel, Rick and Janice! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE You can listen to The Secret Room now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Gabi and her friends were just your average group of teens in a small town. But one thing set them apart; they started an anonymous social media page online to share gossip and rumors. All the kids followed it and talked about it, but what they didn't know was how badly it would come back to bite them.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See this week's sponsors and their offers at secretroompodcast.com/codes. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2026

One drunken afternoon Michelle's girlfriend confessed to a murder. The circumstances surrounding the killing were darker than she could imagine, and it's turned her life upside down.  DRIP DROP Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code secret. HERS Visit forhers.com/SECRET for your personalized weight loss treatment options. Hers Weight Loss by Hers is not available everywhere. Compounded products are not approved or reviewed for safety, effectiveness, or quality by the FDA. Prescription required. See website for full details, important safety information, and restrictions. Actual price depends on product and plan purchased. PICTURES See pictures from Michelle's story.They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE You can listen to The Secret Room now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2025

In Part 1 of her story (I Sold My Body to Save My Horse) Nikki turned to the oldest profession in a desperate bid to survive. Now she searches for stability while facing new crises that imperil not only herself but her horse.    DRIP DROP Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code secret. HERS Visit forhers.com/SECRET for your personalized weight loss treatment options. Hers Weight Loss by Hers is not available everywhere. Compounded products are not approved or reviewed for safety, effectiveness, or quality by the FDA. Prescription required. See website for full details, important safety information, and restrictions. Actual price depends on product and plan purchased. HOME CHEF For a limited time, get 50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/SECRET.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. PICTURES See pictures of Nikky and her horse! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE The Secret Room is now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Siobahn lives a picture perfect, white picket-fence life … she's married with three kids, and has all the things you're supposed to want. But underneath she's kept a secret: a longing for something out of reach. Siobahn's always been attracted to women, and has never taken the chance to fully explore her true self.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2025

In a single day Nikki nearly lost her job, got evicted, and her horse nearly died. She turned to the only work she could think of to get back on her feet…and no one knows.  DRIP DROP Get 20% off your first order: dripdrop.com and use promo code secret. HOME CHEF For a limited time, get 50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/SECRET.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. ONE SKIN Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SECRET at  https://www.oneskin.co/#oneskinpod PICTURES See pictures of Nikky and her horse! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE The Secret Room is now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Amber's mother was highly regarded in their community, the very embodiment of leadership and trust. But to Amber her mom was an entirely different woman, one who wouldn't protect her from from something terrible.  No one would suspect how this respected leader and mom shaped Amber's childhood, the effects of which linger on well after her passing. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2025

Natty's Secret Dog is a story that's as much about Natty opening her heart to a dog in need of a home as it is about the love she had for her ailing mom.  What happens to mom and how that lead to her secret being revealed, is Natty's secret. HERS Visit forhers.com/SECRET for your personalized weight loss treatment options. Hers Weight Loss by Hers is not available everywhere. Compounded products are not approved or reviewed for safety, effectiveness, or quality by the FDA. Prescription required. See website for full details, important safety information, and restrictions. Actual price depends on product and plan purchased. HOME CHEF For a limited time, get 50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/SECRET.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. ONE SKIN Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SECRET at  https://www.oneskin.co/#oneskinpod PICTURES See Natty, Ellie, mom and Natty's husband right now on social! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE You can listen to The Secret Room now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Amber's mother was highly regarded in their community, the very embodiment of leadership and trust. But to Amber her mom was an entirely different woman, one who wouldn't protect her from from something terrible.  No one would suspect how this respected leader and mom shaped Amber's childhood, the effects of which linger on well after her passing.  I'm Susie Lark, join me in one week.Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2025

When little Marie was abruptly told she was adopted, it sets her on a decades long quest to discover her origin story.  Along the way she uncovered long hidden truths, but there's one truth she learned that she cannot tell her adopted mom. What that truth is, and why it's a secret is what brings Marie to the secret room today.  HOME CHEF For a limited time, get 50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/SECRET.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. ONE SKIN Get 15% off OneSkin with the code SECRET at  https://www.oneskin.co/#oneskinpod PICTURES See Marie and people from her secret right now! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE The Secret Room is now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Kara from our last episode The FBI's in my Front Yard is back!  She answers questions about her relationship with her mom 20 years after Greg Duke was arrested from her mother's basement. And Susie asks her one burning question that's been popular on social media about Greg Duke's true identity.  She also shares a fresh story about her father and the tragic incident that changed everything. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2025

We're excited to share an episode from another podcast I think you'll enjoy. Heavyweight, hosted by Jonathan Goldstein, creates space for difficult conversations and resolving long-standing regrets and unanswered questions. Balancing humor and empathy, Jonathan helps his subjects pinpoint the moment things went wrong and joins them on a quest to make them right. In this episode: A young man had just turned 14 when he took his father's shotgun, skipped school, and robbed a bank for $40,000. Now, 33 years later, he wants to apologize to the people he harmed that day. Find Heavyweight wherever you get your podcasts.  https://lnk.to/hwsecret Ben    

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2025

Kara's in The Secret Room to answer the question: What happens when your mom moves her secret lover into the basement? HERS Visit forhers.com/SECRET for your personalized weight loss treatment options. Hers Weight Loss by Hers is not available everywhere. Compounded products are not approved or reviewed for safety, effectiveness, or quality by the FDA. Prescription required. See website for full details, important safety information, and restrictions. Actual price depends on product and plan purchased. HOME CHEF For a limited time, get 50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/SECRET.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert. MINT MOBILE Make the switch! MINTMOBILE.com/SECRET. PICTURES Kara shared pictures of herself, her mom, her sister and boyfriend! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE The Secret Room is now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Ella is back for the conclusion of her secret: her parents didn't tell her she had a deadly disease.  After the devastating passing of her little brother from the same condition, Ella began to experience intense pain herself.  She tells us about her bold journey that spanned two continents  seeking the answers she couldn't get at home. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2025

Elizabeth fell deeply in love in 1975, but only time would reveal he was a criminal narcissist.  Now that her parents have passed she feels free to share the truth about her marriage.  PICTURES See Elizabeth and her kids on social media! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE The Secret Room is now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Susie's guest grew up in a country where illness was seen as shameful—so shameful that her parents kept her illness a secret, even from her. And the silence nearly cost her life.  But now, after years of secret shame, she's ready to share her truth.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2025

Vanessa is the manager of a reputable research foundation, a wife and mom of two.  She's also a convicted tri-state felon on multiple counts of identity theft and grand larceny.  She even spent time in jail. Only thing, her job, friends and much of her family have no idea.  What would happen if the truth came out?   YOUTUBE You can now listen to The Secret Room on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Vanessa's childhood friend Jessica will join host Susie Lark to share her take on Vanessa's secret through the lens of a close friend. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producers: Jessica Ruiz, Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2025

In today's interview Alex tells her secret coming of age story that takes place from when she was 15 to 20 years old.  You will not believe the living she packed into those five years.  And now, at the ripe old age of 25, she's ready to document much of what she can remember, and to tell us how she survived everything from evil boyfriends, to drug abuse, to being technically dead and getting shot at by a pimp.   And when we're done you'll understand why Alex owns her story, but why she keeps it a secret.   PICTURES See Alex before rehab and after rehab with her dog.  There's also a picture of one of her collages. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. YOUTUBE You can listen to The Secret Room now on YouTube! THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Alex is back in one week on the next Unlocked. She tells us about her rat filled apartment, and more about the best friendship she ever had, and its tragic ending.   Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2025

Marsha was nearly killed in a fatal plane crash, yet for her, the experience has turned out great PICTURES See Marsha, her daughter, Naomi, Liz, the restaurant and the crash on social They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Zach's family has memories from his high school graduation and even talk about how he looked in his cap and gown. The only thing is he never graduated. Tune in to find out the story of how Zach got his GED and nobody knows. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

Annie's secret is an epic tale of an unexpected friendship. At the heart of it is her 70-year-old gynecologist—a man she trusted, only to discover he had committed fertility fraud. What began as a complicated yet heartfelt bond spiraled into a whirlwind of emotions, ending in a tragedy that changed everything. PICTURES See the painting, Annie and Doc at the aquarium, Annie's paper airplane tattoo and the braided bracelet. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Remember our recent episode Pee Freeze where Lauren told the hilarious secret of outwitting a drug test with the help of none other than her mom?  In a can't miss follow up, Lauren's mom tells us her side of the story!  And some of the questions came from listeners and from Lauren herself! Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! \FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

Sofia spent two decades on the path to motherhood. The challenges she faced were shaped by both her biology and her upbringing. How she finally became a mother is her secret. And she's ready to share.  PICTURES See pictures of Sofia, her baby and her partner. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  In a 2017 episode called Virginish, Marie told us about a condition she had called vaginismus that makes sex all but impossible.  Well things have come full circle.  Marie updates  us on the status of her virginity and fills us in on her plans to build a sex den in her basement!  If you want a raucous and sexy episode, this one is made for you. So tighten your belts and clutch your pearls and join Susie Lark for the next episode of our premium show. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 15 July 2025

Elise explains how she came to live aboard a 70 foot yacht - against her better judgement - only to have it sunk, on purpose, by the man she thought loved her.  It was all part of a scam even she found hard to believe.  She's under an NDA so she needs to be careful, but she's got to tell her story. PICTURES See Elise, Pain in the Ascot and the boat. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  In a 2017 episode called Virginish, Marie told us about a condition she had called vaginismus that makes sex all but impossible.  Well things have come full circle.  Marie returns to Unlocked to tell us all about her plans to build a sex den in her house!  Also coming to Unlocked, a follow on my recent interview with Kria who told us about her transatlantic fight to support her daughter.  Well this time it's her daughter's turn to tell all, including why she's still living with her dad who trafficked her. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 1 July 2025

In our previous episode, "Death Industry," Vera told us her secret that she dismembers human bodies as part of her job.  She's back to share the grim reality of specific cases she's worked on.  And it's not for the faint of heart.  PICTURES See pictures of Vera and her operating room. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Remember Lauren from our episode called Pee Freeze? She told Ben the hilarious secret about teaming up with her mom to outwit a drug test that could've derailed her military career. Well, Lauren is back to explain a plot twist she teased near the end of her secret.  That's right, we find out why her family doesn't know she's married, and you'll get the juicy details. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

Vera takes us to the front lines of her job where she saves lives.  But ironically all she sees is death.  Up close.   She tells us about aspects of her job she just can't share with others.   PICTURES See Vera and her operating room.. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Kria tells us how she turned to sex work to make ends meet and raise her daughter.  In part 2 of her secret, Kria goes to the Netherlands to start over, but faces a new set of challenges when she learns her daughter is being trafficked back home. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

Meadow's inseparable high school besties were shaken by a national tragedy.  They would continue to be tested, and In the midst of it all a devastating secret emerged.  But Meadow's chance to confess has passed.  It's a haunting story of heartbreak, loss, and resilience.  A story Meadow has carried for decades.  PICTURES See Meadow, Liz, Paul and James right now. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Kria tells us how, from a young age, she was forced to fend for herself in a world full of hardship. She found stability in the world's oldest profession, sex work.  She faced tremendous challenges in a chaotic environment, but it was her secret job that supported her and her daughter. Kria takes us deep into the life of a sex worker who just wants to make ends meet for her daughter.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :)

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

The Secret Room returns in a week with a fresh episode.  Today we present the first episode of "You Probably Think This Story's About You."  To listen to more epsides search for it on your favorite podcast app and subscribe. You Probably Think This Story's About You "It Started as a Love Story" When Brittani Ard matches with Kanon on Hinge sparks fly. Their first date revealed an instant connection and chemistry. Kanon is devastatingly handsome with a charm that disarmed even the most guarded heart — plus he is surprisingly emotionally available for a man in his forties. It's as if the universe has conspired to bring them together, two soulmates destined to find each other. The couple spends the next five months diving fast into a whirlwind romance. Their connection so intense and their bond so deep that it seems like Brittani's fairytale has finally found its happy ending. Until one weekend that changed her life forever. Executive Producer Brittani Ard. Follow Brittani @Brittani.Ard on all platforms. This episode contains mentions of suicide. If you are having thoughts of suicide, please reach out to the resources below. Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988. More info at https//www.988lifeline.org.     

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

Stevie had a tumultuous affair with with a man who could not get his priorities straight. And she will never tell him what she did with his wife behind his back. PICTURES See Stevie with Brian and on vacation with Laura in Vegas! They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Lucy from our recent episode "Sleepwalker" is back! You have to hear how her parents reacted when she played the episode for them.  Also Susie asks some questions Ben totally forgot….big time!  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

When Isabella was growing up in Zambia she started a chain of events that led to an accident.  An accident that would disfigure her mom's hand.  Three decades later no one knows it was her. PICTURES See pictures of Isabella, her mom, aunt Jeanne and Dad. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  You remember Rae from our recent episode Scratching the Surface? She married a charismatic man in Belize who turned her life inside out and became her abuser.  Her friend Hannah, who stood by her side at every turn joins Susie on the next The Secret Room | Unlocked. She tells us more about the lead up to Rae's marriage, her unbreakable friendship with Rae and the incredible moment when Rae threw her engagement ring from Venice's Rialto bridge into the canal below.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

A surprise drug test sets off a hair-raising chain of events with Lauren's military career hanging in the balance. She enlists supermom's help, but can this dynamic duo avert disaster? PICTURES See pictures of Lauren in camo and with her mom and husband. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  When Morgan returns home three years after her dad died of a drug overdose, Mother Nature struck with yet another startling tragedy…..a violent storm took more lives and some members of Morgan's family placed the blame on her. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

Kendra originally joined me to tell us about the depths of a drug addiction that no one in her current life knows about. It was really bad. She got into a lot of shady situations and she and her partner narrowly escaped death and avoided prison.  It's a riveting story for sure. But during the course of the interview, another, perhaps bigger secret emerged, and that's what I want you to listen for today.  It's a profound secret about her daughter which tested the love of her partner. Which secret will you think had the greater chance of upending Kendra's entire world? PICTURES See pictures of Kendra, Eric and her daughter. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  In one week Unlocked brings you an original secret inspired by our recent episode "Dad's Other Life." Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

Lucy is a sleepwalker. She tells us how she unravels what she did last night, and it is fascinating. From  the humorous to the dangerous, hear how sleepwalking affects every part of her life, and how she protects herself from herself. PICTURES See Lucy and her Dad, the dog food she made for herself, the toaster in the fridge and more. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Manolo received an invitation to join an exclusive society that had erected a strange pyramid near his hometown.  The group gave him community, but the leader's dark secrets would ultimately destroy it. Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Sammy's perfect, doting dad had a dark, secret life. The truth rocked Sammy's world, but you might be more surprised by how she reacted. PICTURES See Sammy, her dad and boyfriend and maybe fiancé. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  On the next edition of our premium show, Rae, who discovered her Caribbean prince was the farthest thing from royalty, is back!  She'll tell us about her new non profit helping immigrant domestic abuse survivors, and how her family and friends reacted to her sudden marriage.  She also reacts to social media comments on her secret and tells us how she's doing now.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Rae had a whirlwind romance while on a girl's trip to the Caribbean.  She ended up leaving the U.S. behind and moving to Belize for love.  But when her husband's true nature surfaced, she fled to Europe and then back home, only to have him track her down in person. If you want to hear the full saga, download Scratching the Surface and Hungry for Violence, episodes 236 and 237 of The Secret Room.  But if you're ready now, we're here for part three, the conclusion of Rae's secret.  We pick up the story as Rae tells us how her husband has work in another state, but she still can't escape his reach. PICTURES See pictures from Rae's story on social. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Have you ever wondered what the story was behind the rumors swirling about a coworker?  A Human Resources pro spills the tea on just what happened in the broom closet, and in the vacant office building, and more.  Hear the private stories HR keeps secret as Unlocked goes off the clock, in just one week. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Hosted by Susie Lark. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

Rae flees to the U.S. after her fairytale Caribbean romance took an ugly turn.  But with the help of the cartel, Jordan followed her.  His obsession, manipulation and abuse ramp up as Rae seeks a way out.  It's part 2 of Rae's secret. PICTURES See Rae during happy times in Belize. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  A devastating breakup and a move abroad in quick succession were two life changes Aiden was not prepared for.  Her secret is that she found solace in the arms of a throuple.  It's the next episode of our premium show titled "Unicorn." The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Hosted by Susie Lark. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

Rae married a near stranger in another country hoping for a fairytale ending, but it turned into a terrifying tale of crime and abuse that spans the US, the Caribbean and Europe. It's the story of a twisted but charming criminal, one who manipulates her into doing things she can't even believe. PICTURES See Rae with Hanna in Venice; tossing her ring from Venice's Rialto Bridge; with Jordan and his fam; and her divorce decree. They are waiting for you on Threads, Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Aiden's parents kept a huge secret from her until she had a momentous conversation with her Dad at Panera Bread.  The thing is, mom doesn't know the truth has been revealed to her.  Should Aiden tell? Hear the secret Aiden's parents kept from her, and why it made Aiden respect her mom even more. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Hosted by Susie Lark. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025

This is the show you ask for, and wait for, all year. It's our annual collection of secrets that will take you from laughter to heartbreak, with secrets ranging from witch babies to murder.   HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Next year is going to be full of amazing secrets on The Secret Room.  Coming soon Lucy tells us about her severe sleepwalking condition where her nocturnal adventures range from the funny to the bizarre to the terrifying.   We'll also hear about Dad's double life; a woman who fled town in the dead of night; an insurance scam involving sunken vessels; and a woman who dated her ex's wife. And we'll kick off the year with a three part story arc about a woman who moved to Belize to marry the love of her life, only to discover he was involved in international drug trafficking. The Secret Room will be back with a great new year of amazing secrets January 12!  ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Shadow Producer: Bobbi Jo.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 25 December 2024

Ann had a revelation 35 years ago during a night with a sex worker and her soon-to-be husband.  She tells us how it changed everything, and nothing. PICTURES See the nanny house, Ann, James, the motel and Ann's letter. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Aiden was raised in a community where one wrong move could isolate you until you had atoned.  She doesn't tell people in her life about the group her family was involved with or how it all worked, but she's ready to share with us. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Hosted by Susie Lark. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Shadow Producers: Joe Leviathan, Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 11 December 2024

Jena flew to California to lose her virginity at the ripe age of 25.  She was meeting a near stranger she had developed a relationship with online. But when she arrived, surprise, all was not what it seemed. PICTURES See pictures of Jena, Rich, and her partner now.  Also texts with Rich and a film swap. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Jay tells us how her father's drug use and weapons trafficking brought her closer to her cousin … and in a way that will surprise you. You won't want to miss this wild ride.  Host: Susie Lark. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2024

Belinda met Sergio on a dating app.  It was all love and butterflies until she discovered she was a pawn in an international crime syndicate, and her life was in ruins. PICTURES See Belinda, Sergio and Belinda with her daughter. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Belinda is back with an update on what's happened since she recorded today's interview with Ben.  She's moved back home and catches us up on how that's going.  She's also had time to reflect on the things that are important in life and drops some wisdom.  Also, she has an update on her mom you'll want to hear.  The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Hosted by Susie Lark. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2024

Conclusion.  Last time Jules entered the world's oldest profession and loved it.  It was all glitz, glamour and fast cash, and she felt like she had the world at her feet. But now life's harsh realities catch up with her. Jules hits rock bottom, appearing on an intervention TV reality show and checking into a Mexican rehab facility she could not leave. And all the while she remembered the promise she made to herself when she started.  But could she keep it?  PICTURES See pictures of Jules then and now, and with her boyfriend at the motel where the reality show was shot. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod.  THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Last April in an episode called The Watcher, Susie interviewed Kai, your average professional, with an exception. Every night she observes the nighttime activity at a convenience store. She's witnessed tragedy, crime, heartbreak, and an incident with a bloody machete, and feels tremendous emotion about it.  Now Kai's back to update us on the police supervisor she got to know, and about an unexpected run in at the hospital next door.  It's a bombshell follow-up you won't want to miss. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Host: Susie Lark. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes   FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder.  LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2024

At first, Jules found working in the world's oldest profession quite glamorous.  She learned the ropes from an unlikely mentor and felt like she had the world at her feet. But life's harsh realities would catch up with her, leading to a dark chapter that would prove nearly insurmountable.  Part 1 of a 2 part secret. PICTURES See pictures of Jules then and now. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Jeremy from listener favorite episode 210 "Too Young to Die" is back.  Jeremy originally told us about how he keeps a devastating illness secret from his family.  Jeremy posted an audio update to our Facebook Discussion page recently, and we're going to run it, along with a recap, on the next episode of our premium show, The Secret Room | Unlocked.  Jeremy tells us about his current condition, what his partner now knows, and the difference your outpouring of support has made in his life.  You can find his GoFundMe account here. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Host: Susie Lark. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024

Jen joins Ben to share what happened when she sat down to dinner with a man who had sexually abused her as a child 40 years before. PICTURES See Jen as a rebellious teen, her mom, dad, kids, and the lake. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Ashley tells the story of how her BFF used their confidential converstations about troubles in her marriage against her.  The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! Hosted by Susie Lark. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024

Hayley's full name is tattooed on six different people, and each for a different reasons.  Find out how on earth this happened! PICTURES See Hayley at Burning Man, and her name inked on Brandon, Kendra, and herself. There's also a picture of Ben's temporary tattoo! They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Andrea had a vicious mother in law, despite trying to connect with her through the years. But she was always just the second wife who didn't belong. When Andrea's mother in law began to enter her old age, Andrea had a unique opportunity for a heart to heart you will not believe.  The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024

None of Katherine's colleagues in the luxury car sales world know that she took legal action against her former dealership amidst a sex scandal that completely altered her life. PICTURES See Katherine and the 3-million-dollar Lambo she showed, but unfortunately did not sell. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Katherine is back.  She tells me what happened when she shared her secret with her current boss. Also she's got an update on her former colleague Amanda.  The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2024

Years ago Kelly had a student who made bank on an adult website but was not doing well in class. Ultimately Kelly made a decision that put her ethics to the test, and she's here to talk about her choice. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  A former minister's wife doesn't tell anyone about her previous marriage.  She's a Christian, and attends church, but the baggage of her first marriage is just too much.  Hear why in this very touching interview. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2024

Ben's guest is certain that she knows the details behind her aunt's death…and she says it's murder.  Could it have been at the hands of her fiancé? Kelcee makes her case. PICTURES See Kelcee, her aunt and the studio apartments where her grandpa, aunt and Harry lived. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Our guest was a woman who liked to go to Vegas for a good time with her crew. When her best friend brought an acquaintance who completely changed the dynamic, the whole trip went sour. So Felicia found a way to get back at her for the disruption. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial!  Hosted by Susie Lark. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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!  The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2024

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 They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  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. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. There's a free trial! ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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." The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a free trial at patreon.com/secretroom, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  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? 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. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and X.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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. 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 or Spotify. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2024

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 They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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. ALL OUR SPONSORS  See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2024

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. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. 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. 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. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!    

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2024

Charlee and her boyfriend held up her ex at gunpoint, giving him a life-or-death ultimatum.  It's a high stakes secret that marked the moment Charlee took back control of her life.  PICTURES See Charlee with Jed and with Carl.  We also have a picture of the gas station where the hold up took place. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Remember our recent episode "His Name was Trouble" about the mixed-race psychiatric nurse who fell in love with her patient, who happened to be a ranking member of a white supremacist gang?  Angela joins Susie on the next Secret Room | Unlocked.  They talk about how Trouble got away from those gang members who tied him up to a tree.  She also tells us how their families managed to unite and overcome generational racism. 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. FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUP There's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM  Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder.

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2024