Dive into the ethereal world of ghost stories with Chris Soucy, the renowned paranormal investigator and storyteller from Savannah, Georgia. Uncover the most common ghostly encounters, explore the historic haunts of America's spookiest town, and learn why the scariest monsters are often the ones we conjure in our minds. Join us for a conversation that transcends the veil between life and the afterlife, revealing the unexpected connections and comfort that ghostly visits can bring.

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What compels a mother of seven, including five with special needs, to take on the cold case of a murdered teenager? LaDonna Humphrey shares her multifaceted life and her dedication to solving the murder of Melissa Witt. With a blend of personal narrative and investigative insight, LaDonna reveals the emotional highs and lows of her quest, the impact of advocacy, and the hope that drives her to continue Melissa's legacy. This episode is a testament to the human spirit's capacity to seek justice against all odds.

Update: After this episode, a podcast named PRETEND raised serious allegations related to LaDonna .An editor's note has been appended.

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Tiffanie Richards, a survivor turned advocate, joins us to share her personal journey through intergenerational trauma and abuse that has led her to create a podcast that transcends the genre. We're going to talk about trauma and stigma, victims and abusers, the danger of flattening people into characters, healing and advocacy in the value of that learning, that leaving and that letting go.

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In this bonus episode, we discuss myths around detecting deception, interrogation techniques that have led to false confessions, the pitfalls of using Artificial Intelligence and machine learning to detect deceptions and Kent's new book, Holistically Contextual Credibility Assessment.

The full length episode is on YouTube, which explores much more, including the emotional health and wellbeing of CIA case officers and specific case studies on credibility assessment which can be found on our YouTube Channel.

Kent's book can be found on Amazon.

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Dive into the gripping journey of Chey Vyshnya, a young woman whose life was marred by personal struggles, from a turbulent family life to chronic health battles, and how she channeled her experiences into creating 'True Compass', a true crime podcast with a Gen Z perspective. In this episode we uncover Chey's transformation from a forensic science enthusiast to a true crime podcaster, her mission to educate and protect, and her candid discussions on mental health, safety, and the unsolved mystery of Jason Landry's disappearance. Tune in to be inspired by Shay's resilience and her proactive approach to true crime storytelling.

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On the Ding Dong Darkness Time podcast, Jayson and Allison Dickinson tackle the movie and book "Gone Girl." Allison says the topic of Gone Girl was an inevitable for this show. The 2012 bestselling phenomenon by Gillian Flynn blew millions of readers away with its stunning plot twist, but it also caused one of the biggest plot twists in Allison's own life. We explore the dark and faceted marriage of Nick and Amy Dunne, and they discuss the way so many of its themes resonate in real human psychology and relationships.

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In this episode we dive deep into the heart-wrenching story of Jennifer Kesse's disappearance and the relentless search for answers. Jayson is joined by Bill Gilmour, Jennifer's uncle and author of "Aftermath of Jennifer Kesse's Abduction: An Uncle's Quest for Understanding and Inspiring Life Lessons." Bill shares the intimate journey of his grief, the spiritual awakening it triggered, and the lessons of hope and resilience that emerged from the abyss of despair. Tune in for a moving exploration of loss, the power of faith, and the human capacity to find silver linings in the darkest of times.

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We are joined by Dana Poll to discuss her two-decade journey to bring closure to families of the missing and unidentified. In this episode, we explore motivations that were forged by childhood memories of missing children on milk cartons that used to sit on her family's breakfast table. Dana is a seasoned researcher of missing and unidentified persons cases and we also explore her pursuit of bringing answers to the families of those who are missing and names to those who are unidentified. 

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In this profoundly moving episode, we delve into the heart of a father's relentless quest for answers. Bruce Maitland, the founder of Private Investigations for the Missing, shares the stirring tale of his daughter Brianna's disappearance and the profound impact it has had on his life. His journey from anguish to action has led him to create an organization dedicated to aiding families in their search for missing loved ones. Through his story, we explore the complexities of missing persons cases and the often-overlooked struggles that families face. Tune in to discover how one man's love for his daughter has ignited a beacon of hope for countless others.

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Dive into a world where true crime meets community, where the voices of Brett and Alice from the Prosecutors Podcast weave a narrative that's about much more than the cases they cover. Discover how a podcast became a beacon of connection during the pandemic, bringing together people from all walks of life. In this episode, we explore the essence of belonging, the power of community, and how one podcast can make a profound impact on its listeners and fellow podcasters alike. Join us as we delve into gratitude, humanity, and the unexpected friendships forged in the true crime community.

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