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The Secret Room | True Stories

The Secret Room | True Stories

By: Ben Hamm
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 What's the one secret you've never told anybody? Welcome to The Secret Room, a podcast about the true stories no one ever tells. Hosted by Ben Hamm.© 2016 Ben Hamm Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Bones, Veins and Hearts

    Bones, Veins and Hearts
    Jun 17 2025

    In our previous episode, “Death Industry,” V

    era 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.

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    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.

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    38 mins
  • Death Industry

    Death Industry
    Jun 3 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.

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    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!

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    39 mins
  • 245. The Pain Still Lives

    245. The Pain Still Lives
    May 20 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.

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    Start your initial free online visit today forhers.com/SECRET for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Individual results may vary. Compounded products are not FDA-approved or verified for safety, effectiveness, or quality. Prescription required. Price varies based on product and subscription plan. See website for full details, restrictions, and important safety information.

    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.

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    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. :)

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    54 mins

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