everybody has a secret The Confessional: my dad, the criminal
Oct 27, 2025
A shocking family secret unfolds as Lisa discovers her biological father is a notorious criminal. She shares how this revelation reshaped her childhood, marked by instability and fear. Lisa recounts her mother’s horrifying experiences with violence and manipulation at the hands of her father. Despite the trauma, she finds strength through therapy and connections with half-siblings. The emotional journey explores the impact of inherited traits and the resilience of family bonds, leaving listeners questioning the weight of hidden truths.
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Discovery That Changed Everything
- Lisa found a box of documents at almost 16 that revealed her biological father was a serious criminal.
- The discovery transformed her view of childhood and family secrecy.
Pregnancy Triggered Violence
- Lisa's mother experienced escalating violence when she told Peter she was pregnant.
- The relationship turned physical and involved police and hospitalisation early in Lisa's life.
Patterned Criminal Behaviour
- Peter's criminal behaviour combined thrill-seeking with deep entanglement in violent theft and debt.
- His pattern included repeated juvenile detention, jail, and threatening people who owed or stole from him.