L.A. Not So Confidential: The Premier Forensic Psychology Podcast

The doctors weave you into the world of hazing. From college sports to motorcycle gangs, it’s no laughing matter. You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/  L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be part of the Crawlspace Media Network. http://crawlspace-media.com/

Dr. Scott & Dr. Shiloh get into the subcategory of Delusional Disorder, Erotomania; to have the delusional or false belief of a secret or known admirer. This disorder is often the trigger for obsessive celebrity stalkers and has been the cause for numerous violent acts. The docs explore the origin, criteria, and research of this rare phenomenon and cover the cases of John Hinkley Jr., Margaret...

In this week's episode, we look at the recent death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the film, Rust and other unintentional deaths in Hollywood, before exploring the traumatic experience of someone who takes the life of another in this manner. We discuss the concept of moral injury and how it relates to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  Mentions: With Deadly Force: https://internationaltactical.com...

Trailer for the upcoming true-crime satire podcast, Santa Maybe, a Criminal, featuring some familiar voices. Dropping Black Friday 2021

Garbage diagnosis or do we just not have robust research yet? We step outside of our lane a bit to examine the medical and legal literature on this phenomenon that has plagued the deaths of marginalized communities in evolving ways over the decades. We explore what actual delirium is, who supports this “diagnosis,” and how it is being used by first responders who are trained on it. You can find al...

Happy {almost} Halloween! Before we get into all things parapsychology, you'll want to hear about our Halloween Horror Nights experience, complete with a mystery: the disappearing Patreon member! We'll then get into all the fun stuff- ESP, remote viewing, near death experiences and a couple of creepy "paranormal crimes" including the Watcher of Westfield and the Ghost Rapes of Bolivia.  You can fi...

The docs finally cover the psychological tactics of MLMs and compare and contrast them to cults. We also discuss positively skewed cognitive distortions and depictions of MLMs in some of our favorite TV shows.  Mentions:  Swindled: https://swindledpodcast.com/ The Dream: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-dream Die-Alogue: https://www.rebekahsebastian.com/ LulaRich: https://www.amazon.com/LuLaRich-...

Trigger warning: Child abuse and child homicide The docs dole out the research on child homicide; filicide in particular (the murder of a child by their parent). They then discuss the lack of information on victims of filicide from the LGBTQIA+ community before reviewing two cases where this was in fact the primary motive. They also review typologies, related legal concepts, like the "panic defens...

This week we bring you some historical perspective on beauty pageants in America and the psychological impact it has on contestants, as well as two cases with beauty queens at the center of serious criminal activity.   You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/  L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be part of the Crawlspace Media Network. http://crawl...

In the late 90's, a LA County deputy sheriff went for a run. As an uber-fit, Type-A personality, SWAT officer, Jon Aujay was prepping for an ultramarathon, but disappeared after taking off into the vast Antelope Valley. The docs explore interesting theories of suicide, going missing on purpose, and foul play rumors (some involving his own department). They also give some in depth information on as...

It's that time again. The docs answer your burning questions about the on going Robert Durst trial, how to find research and job opportunities in forensic psychology, how to cope with burnout, and you guys can't ever seem to get enough about personality disorders. We also ask each other a number of interesting and goofy questions.  Thank you to all of our listeners, Patreon members, and social med...

The Skidrow Slasher terrorized Downtown LA and Hollywood in the 60's and 70's. Dr. Shiloh will walk you through the crime spree, which had some unusual hallmarks indicating some bizarre ritualistic behaviors. We then discuss the fallacy of "Satanic serial murder" before Dr. Scott introduces us to the world of vampirism.   For more information on Satanic Panic on crimes, please go back and listen t...

The doctors bring you the most comprehensive and current research on spree killers, including new typologies recently developed in 2020. They cover the vintage infamous case of Bonnie & Clyde and a recent case of a romantically linked spree killing couples that terrorized two states earlier this year in the US.  Many thanks to Mark Safarik for his research, time, and service. Please visit his...

This week, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh look at the psychological makeup of military imposters and the impact on society by highlighting the research and some case studies.  Mentions: Santa Maybe, A Criminal www. Santamaybe.com  You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be part of the Crawlspace Media Network. http://...

Please enjoy this bonus Get Vokl lives stream episode from October 2020, where the docs continue their geek-out over Disney, cover the unsolved murder of Imagineer, Yale Gracey, and talk about deaths at Disney parks.  You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be part of the Crawlspace Media Network. http://crawlsp...

With CrimeCon happening in Austin, Texas this past week, the docs present a vintage, unsolved crime: The Servant Girl Murders. Dr. Shiloh describes the application of crime linkage and then Dr. Scott gives us some insight into Austin at the time in the late 1800's, before presenting each murder in the Servant Girl Murders to give the audience a chance to apply crime linkage and determine whether o...

This week the docs cover California conservatorships and psychiatric holds (5150 WIC). Who can this happen to and is a mental health crisis the only path to conservatorship? What are the checks and balances? The docs dissect the timeline of Britney Spears' tragic saga.  You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be...

Part 2 will cover the case of DeeDee Blancharde and her daughter Gypsy Rose Blancharde, as well as the robust choices of film & TV depictions of Factitious Disorder by Proxy. In Part 1 of this two-parter, the docs covered the historical context of the term Munchausen Syndrome and Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, break down how it fits into the DSM-5 and the actual diagnostic term, Factitious Diso...

In Part 1 of this two-parter, the docs cover the historical context of the term Munchausen Syndrome and Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy, break down how it fits into the DSM-5 and the actual diagnostic term, Factitious Disorder. They also look at rates and risk factors, as well as the differences in behaviors with female and male perpetrators.  Part 2 will cover the case of DeeDee Blancharde and her d...

This week, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh provide an overview of the current research on sex work as related to race and gender, the integration of technology, as well as depictions in the media and the psychological impacts on sex workers. In Part 1, the docs explored the history that created the stigma by highlighting sex work in the ancient world, how sex work came to be in various parts of the world...

There is more to sex workers than being victims of true crime. We aim to explore the history that has created the stigma by highlighting sex work in the ancient world, how sex work came to be in various parts of the world (in more recent centuries), and the wide variety of laws criminalizing such work.  In Part 2, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh will provide an overview of the current research on sex wor...

Another murderous lady from the twenties is the star in this episode, which also covers the birth of forensic science, hybristophilia, and what we knew about women & violence at the turn of the century.  You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ L.A. Not So Confidential is proud to be part of the Crawlspace Media Network. http://crawlspace-media....

Let's learn a little more about what Los Angeles was really like in the 20's; Hollywood, the corruption, the population explosion. Dr. Scott & Dr. Shiloh cover the case of Madalynne Obenchain. Was she a murderess? The first affluenza teen? Or a damsel caught in between two lovers? They will also talk about Murderess Row and how the violent crimes of female perpetrators were glamorized in the m...

The docs tackle the most well-known of the cases in their vintage Los Angels crime series, the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. They take you through the twisted background of the perpetrator (including the research on intrafamilial sexual abuse), as well as the crimes, locations, and unbelievable story of the most infamous victim and his mother that inspired the film, Changeling.  Donate to The Ch...

For 5 years Tim and Lance have covered Maura Murray's disappearance and the tireless community that surrounds it in great detail. They have since expanded with this series by raising awareness for the stories of other missing persons. They now sit on the board of directors of the non-profit, Private Investigations for the Missing, which was founded by Bruce Maitland, father of missing person Brian...