The Secret Room | True Stories

Esteban embezzled money from a man he was in a prison race riot with.  It was just a part of his journey seeking a better life. Esteban tells us about his life in and out of prison. It will open your eyes. ROCKET MONEY RocketMoney.com/secret. It could save you hundreds a year. PICTURES See pictures from prison, Esteban as a boat maker, addressing his high school and with his partner. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED Esteban is back on the Secret Room | Unlocked in just one week. He and host Susie Lark talk about how he pulled off 12-hour tattoo sessions behind bars, and about where he hopes his seminary studies will lead. 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 GROUPThere'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. Sound Engineer: Marco. Shadow Producers: Jude and Lentil. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Your favorite street secrets and guest from 2022. Fall in love with Tim all over again. He concocted a hilarious plan to pass a urine test that could jeopardize his career. ACORN TV Get your first 30 days free by going to acorn.tv with promo code secret. ROCKETMONEY RocketMoney.com/secret. It could save you hundreds a year. PICTURES See Tim’s drug test results, the lab and sporting goods store from his secret. Pictures are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED A woman who shoplifts so much it’s a part of her budget.  She does not intend to stop.  It’s an original interview.  Susie Lark hosts. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  YOUR SECRET Do you have a secret to share?  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

In Part 2 Alice tells us what happens when her mom accuses her of trying to murder her. DIPSEA Get a 30-day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/SECRET. FEALS Visit Feals.com/SECRETROOM for 50% of your first order, plus free shipping. ROCKETMONEY RocketMoney.com/secret.  It could save you hundreds a year. STORYWORTH Get $10 off your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/secret, PICTURES See pictures of Alice and others from her story. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Alice talks in depth with host Susie Lark about her stepmom’s role and how it’s impacted their lives.  And at press time we’re hoping Alice’s stepmom will be on the show too! The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Submit your secret directly to your podcast host.  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Sound Engineer: Marco. Shadow Producers: Nil!  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Alice sits down in The Secret Room with a weight on her shoulders that can never be fully lifted.  It’s the story of a mother’s utter betrayal of her daughter.  What on earth would you do if the person you're supposed to trust most in the world accused you of attempted murder? STORYWORTH Get $10 off your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/secret, ROCKETMONEY RocketMoney.com/secret.  it could save you hundreds a year. PICTURES See pictures of Alice and others from her story. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  There’s an original interview called “Mother May I” waiting for you.  Susie interviews Shannon about the mom who did not appear to be who she really was. And next is the episode we promised you last time but had to delay. Remember Kayla from Ep 175 “Daddy's Daughter” and how the image of her perfect family was shattered by the results of a DNA kit?  She told Ben she had been planning to meet her bio dad for a while but hadn't made the connection yet.  Well, they finally met up, and Kayla's back to tell Susie how it went. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Submit your secret directly to your podcast host.  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Sound Engineer: Marco. Shadow Producers: Nil!  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Neil pays a high price for what he did on a carefree summer night. The degrading events he endured and how he tried to make everything right are his story. BETTER HELP Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/secret. I HEAR FEAR Prime Members can listen to the Amazon Music exclusive podcast, I Hear Fear, in the Amazon Music App. Download the app today. PICTURES See pictures of Neil, Rachel and his band! They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Remember Kayla from Ep 175 “Daddy's Daughter” and how the image of her perfect family was shattered by the results of a DNA kit?  She told Ben she had been planning to meet her bio dad for a while but hadn't made the connection yet.  Well, they finally met up, and Kayla's back to tell Susie how it went. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere'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 to be considered for the show. PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

A woman is thrust into a harrowing journey to protect the daughter she didn’t want. It’s about her secret regrets of motherhood, and the push and pull of family and the actions of two men. DIPSEA Get a 30-day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/SECRET. FEALS Go to Feals.com/secret for 50% of your first order, plus free shipping. PICTURES See Anna with her daughter and Steve.  Also, a picture of her escape vehicle! They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED  Remember when Anna told Ben that she met Steve on Whisper?  Well, there’s a whole story behind that and she’s back in a week to tell us all about it.  Join Susie Lark for The Secret Room | Unlocked. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Do you want to submit your secret for the show?  Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel.  Sound Engineer: Marco. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!  

Delilah is approached by a guru on her religious campus. She tells us the shocking abilities she was trained to learn. BETTERHELP Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/secret. STORYWORTH Get $10 off your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/secret. PICTURES See Delilah and one of her pets.  Also see the tree veil which peered into another dimension. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED Delilah’s classmate is back to spill what he knows about the exorcism! The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Submit your secret by clicking “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!

Part 2, conclusion. Alex finishes his story about a whirlwind romance he had with an Indonesian pop star.  It’s a story of star-crossed lovers, a touch of fame, and this week, heartbreak. DIPSEA Get a 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/secret. FEALS Become a member and get 50% off your first order with free shipping at feals.com/secretroom. PICTURES See pictures of Alex and his family today.  Also, Café Trieste, site of the first kiss.  And there’s also a picture of Dinda strumming guitar. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED Alex’s wife tells host Susie Lark about her take on the story.  And Alex reveals the last ever communication he had with Dinda. The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Submit your secret by clicking “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!  

Alex tells us about a whirlwind romance he had with an Indonesian pop star.  It’s a story of star-crossed lovers, a touch of fame, and heartbreak. BETTER HELP Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/secret. PICTURES See pictures of Alex today, and Café Trieste, site of the first kiss.  And there’s also a picture of Dinda strumming guitar. They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED Kayla from Daddy’s Daughter is back to talk with Susie Lark about her hopes and fears when meeting her bio dad next month.  And don’t worry, she’ll be back to tell us how it went! The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Submit your secret by clicking “share a secret” at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Shadow Producer: Horchata. Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!

Kayla discovers a hidden family secret both her grandfathers took to the grave.  What she discovered changed her family dynamics for better, and worse. DIPSEA Get a 30-day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/secret. FEALS Go to Feals.com/secretroom and you'll get 50% off your first order with free shipping. PICTURES See pictures of Kayla and her sister…and a picture of the DNA kit results that rocked their world! They are waiting for you on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Handle: @secretroompod. THE SECRET ROOM | UNLOCKED An update from one of our most popular episodes.  Remember Kay from Ep 122 “Daughters?” She told us the tragic story of how her abusive ex-partner ripped her daughters away from her.  Now Kay’s back with two of her girls to tell us about how things have been going since being reunited, and their paths growing into adults.  Don’t miss it. And in the following Unlocked, today’s guest Kayla’s back to tell Susie about her very first meet up with her bio dad! This was a show notes exclusive.  Aren’t you glad you read this!? The Secret Room | Unlocked is yours when you support your favorite indie podcast that could with a membership at patreon.com/secretroom. ALL OUR SPONSORS See all our sponsors past and present, and their offers, many of which are still valid: secretroompodcast.com/codes  FACEBOOK DISCUSSION GROUPThere's even more fun at The Secret Room Podcast Facebook Discussion Page!  Just ask to join, all are welcome. :) YOUR SECRET Do you have a vituperative secret to share? Click "Share a Secret" at secretroompod.com! PODCAST TEAM Producer: Susie Lark. Story Development: Luna Patel. Sound Engineer: Marco. Shadow Producers: Buttercup.  Music and Theme: Breakmaster Cylinder. LISTENER SURVEY Take our Listener Survey at SecretRoomPod.com!