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

287 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 685 ratings

An L.A. based podcast brought to you by two forensic psychologists who dissect the intersections where true crime, forensic psychology, and entertainment meet.

"True Crime, Psychology, and Snark: Trust Us. We're Doctors." 

All of our episode resources can be found on our website: www.la-not-so-confidential.com and be sure to follow along on Instagram: @lanotsopodcast, TikTok: @lanotsoconfidential & X: @lanotsopod

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Episodes

18. The Amanda Knox Saga

March 13, 2019 01:21 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

We critically examine the Amanda Knox case and Netflix documentary, Amanda Knox. We will catch you up on everything that occurred over the 8 years of this saga and examine the “troubling behavior” (not our words or impressions) of Amanda during the events. However, this episode is more about the other key players in the story that shaped the wrongful convictions. We also take a glimpse at what Ms. Knox is doing now in her post-traumatic growth. You can find all of our resources on our websi...

18. The Injustices Against Amanda Knox

March 13, 2019 01:21 - 1 hour - 77.7 MB

We critically examine the injustices served upon Amanda Knox and the Netflix documentary, Amanda Knox. We will catch you up on everything that occurred over the 8 years of this saga and examine the behavior of someone exposed to traumatic events. However, this episode is more about the other key players in the story that shaped the wrongful convictions. We also take a glimpse at what Ms. Knox is doing now in her post-traumatic growth. Please note that the title of this episode was modified a...

18. The Injustices Against Amanda Knox

March 13, 2019 01:21 - 1 hour

We critically examine the injustices served upon Amanda Knox and the Netflix documentary, Amanda Knox. We will catch you up on everything that occurred over the 8 years of this saga and examine the behavior of someone exposed to traumatic events. However, this episode is more about the other key players in the story that shaped the wrongful convictions. We also take a glimpse at what Ms. Knox is doing now in her post-traumatic growth. Please note that the title of this episode was modified a...

17. Falsifying Crimes & Personality Disorders

February 24, 2019 04:57 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

In rare fashion, the doctors are on the heels of this week’s biggest news story, the Jussie Smollett case out of Chicago. At the release of this recording, actor and singer Jussie Smollett has been indicted and arrested for orchestrating his own hate-fueled attack and falsely reporting this to police. The community has been reeling and wondering how someone is capable of doing this. In this episode, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott talk about the unique motivations for this type of crime and the type...

16. So You Want to be a Forensic Psychologist?

February 14, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 71.7 MB

You’ve asked, so we answered! We cover all things forensic psychology in this “nerd alert” episode. This is for you if you are considering graduate school, want to know more about the legal system and psychology, want to know how the doctors found themselves here, plus some details about types of therapy and evaluations forensic psychologists conduct on a daily basis. You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/  L.A. Not So Confidential is proud...

15. Highway Serial Killings

January 27, 2019 03:40 - 1 hour - 90.3 MB

This episode bring us all back to our favorite true crime subject, serial killers. And not just your average serial killer, but the special breed of trucker serial killers. Dr. Scott & Dr. Shiloh go into how crime analysts started realizing that highway serial killings was a nationwide epidemic before exploring specific killers featured in the docuseries, The Killing Season, the book Evil That Men Do and the podcast Happy Face, including little known facts about prolific killer Robert Ben Rho...

14. Was the Unabomber an Incel? Ret. FBI Profiler James R. Fitzgerald Interview

December 17, 2018 01:53 - 1 hour

The docs finally find a fascinating way to talk about one of their favorite miniseries, Manhunt: Unabomber. They dish about the show itself and then relate Episode 6’s topics of Incels to Ted Kaczynski with a special guest. Retired FBI profiler and forensic linguist, James R. Fitzgerald gives his insight into Kaczynski’s sexual development and struggles which was revealed the Unabomber’s own personal writings. We explore all of this and more to determine whether or not Ted Kaczynski fits the ...

14. Was the Unabomber an Incel? Ret. FBI Profiler James R. Fitzgerald interview

December 17, 2018 01:53 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

The docs finally find a fascinating way to talk about one of their favorite miniseries, Manhunt: Unabomber. They dish about the show itself and then relate Episode 6’s topics of Incels to Ted Kaczynski with a special guest. Retired FBI profiler and forensic linguist, James R. Fitzgerald gives his insight into Kaczynski’s sexual development and struggles which was revealed the Unabomber’s own personal writings. We explore all of this and more to determine whether or not Ted Kaczynski fits the ...

14. Was the Unabomber an Incel? Interview w/ Ret. FBI Profiler James R. Fitzgerald

December 17, 2018 01:53 - 1 hour

The docs finally find a fascinating way to talk about one of their favorite miniseries, Manhunt: Unabomber. They dish about the show itself and then relate Episode 6’s topics of Incels to Ted Kaczynski with a special guest. Retired FBI profiler and forensic linguist, James R. Fitzgerald gives his insight into Kaczynski’s sexual development and struggles which was revealed the Unabomber’s own personal writings. We explore all of this and more to determine whether or not Ted Kaczynski fits the ...

14. Was the Unabomber an Incel?

December 17, 2018 01:53 - 1 hour

The docs finally find a fascinating way to talk about one of their favorite miniseries, Manhunt: Unabomber. They dish about the show itself and then relate Episode 6’s topics of Incels to Ted Kaczynski with a special guest. Retired FBI profiler and forensic linguist, James R. Fitzgerald gives his insight into Kaczynski’s sexual development and struggles which was revealed the Unabomber’s own personal writings. We explore all of this and more to determine whether or not Ted Kaczynski fits the ...

13. Incels

December 01, 2018 05:48 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh discuss one of their most interesting topics to date: Incels or the “involuntary celebates.” They talk about the origins and evolution of the incel community and touch on various flavors of diagnoses that appear to be prevalent with these individuals. They also highlight three high-profile cases of violence perpetrated by men who align with the incel worldview and discuss those individuals’ motives and psychological diagnoses. Lastly, they touch on the field of Threat...

12. Multiple Personality Disorder is Not a Thing

November 12, 2018 04:33 - 1 hour - 86 MB

Dr. Scott & Dr. Shiloh psychsplain the diagnosis of Dissociation and relate it to season 1 of The Sinner and the docuseries The Keepers, while touching on several forensic psychology topics such as competency evaluations and malingering. 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/

The Exorcist Superfan

October 31, 2018 12:56 - 1 hour - 89 MB

In this Bonus Halloween episode, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh interview their dear friend, Al Hobbs, a super fan of the The Exorcist. He will fill us in on how he became fascinated with the movie & the book, personal stories of the real possession victim and will help us dive deeper into the experiences of the film crew and actors. 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 Netwo...

11. The Exorcist- Crossover with Hollyweird Paranormal

October 15, 2018 01:32 - 2 hours - 120 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh team up with Tammie and Brice of the podcast Hollyweird Paranormal to examine the classic horror film, The Exorcist. Dr. Scott will catch you up on the history and cultural aspects of possession, while Tammie gives you the receipts on the true story of possession that influenced the movie. Then Brice fills us in on the curse of the production of the film and Dr. Shiloh finishes this thrilling episode off with a tale of a serial killer likely linked to the film. You c...

10. Never Marry A Peterson

October 06, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh analyze The Staircase documentary from a psychological perspective, covering the odd characters in the series and the influence is had on the audience & jury, as well as the struggles of families of people going through the criminal justice system. They also offer their theories of what happened. 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. htt...

9. Emmy Awards Special

September 15, 2018 18:34 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

This episode we are bringing you something a little more light than dark (some dark, psychobabble rants included) with an episode dedicated to the crime shows we loved this last year and the nominees. Dr. Shiloh dives into the true crime story of The Assassination of Gianni Versace by exploring the background of killer Andrew Cunanan, his psychopathic tendencies, and the timeline of his spree killings, as well as the excellent, star-studded show itself. Dr. Scott then takes us into the ficti...

9. The Alienist & The Assasination of Gianni Versace

September 15, 2018 18:34 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

This episode we are bringing you something a little more light than dark (some dark, psychobabble rants included) with an episode dedicated to the crime shows we loved this last year and the nominees. Dr. Shiloh dives into the true crime story of The Assassination of Gianni Versace by exploring the background of killer Andrew Cunanan, his psychopathic tendencies, and the timeline of his spree killings, as well as the excellent, star-studded show itself. Dr. Scott then takes us into the ficti...

9. The Alienist & The Assassination of Gianni Versace

September 15, 2018 18:34 - 1 hour - 73.2 MB

This episode we are bringing you something a little more light than dark (some dark, psychobabble rants included) with an episode dedicated to the crime shows we loved this last year and the nominees. Dr. Shiloh dives into the true crime story of The Assassination of Gianni Versace by exploring the background of killer Andrew Cunanan, his psychopathic tendencies, and the timeline of his spree killings, as well as the excellent, star-studded show itself. Dr. Scott then takes us into the fictio...

8. Light My Fire

September 01, 2018 14:13 - 1 hour - 92.8 MB

This first episode of Season 2 centers around the criminal behaviors of Arson and the psychological disorder of Pyromania. After being contacted by Frank Girardot, the true crime author, about his recently released book Burned: Pyromania, Murder and a Daughter's Nightmare, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott decided that it was timely to cover the story of John Orr, the most notorious serial arsonist. In this red-hot episode, they also discuss the phenomenon of firefighters who commit arson and discuss...

8. Light My Fire: Pyromania & Arson

September 01, 2018 14:13 - 1 hour - 91.3 MB

This episode centers around the criminal behaviors of Arson and the psychological disorder of Pyromania. After being contacted by Frank Girardot, the true crime author, about his recently released book Burned: Pyromania, Murder and a Daughter's Nightmare, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott decided that it was timely to cover the story of John Orr, the most notorious serial arsonist. In this red-hot episode, they also discuss the phenomenon of firefighters who commit arson and discuss Girardot's book & ...

7. Cults in California

April 28, 2018 18:10 - 1 hour - 86.5 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh discuss the history of cults in Southern California and highlight some of the more historical and infamous groups from the Golden State. Dr. Scott tells his own story about being approached by the leader of Buddhafield (of Holy Hell fame) & Dr. Shiloh gives us some insight into the psychological profile of someone who joins a cult. You can find all of our resources on our website here: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · An...

7. California Cults

April 28, 2018 18:10 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh discuss the history of cults in Southern California and highlight some of the more historical and infamous groups from the Golden State. Dr. Scott tells his own story about being approached by the leader of Buddhafield (of Holy Hell fame) & Dr. Shiloh gives us some insight into the psychological profile of someone who joins a cult. 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 ...

6. Therapists in Entertainment

March 14, 2018 16:54 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

In this episode, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott spend some time discussing the depictions of mental health professionals in TV and film, as well as some non-fiction "psychotherapists." They take some of your suggestions from social media and touch on some of their favorites including Stepbrothers and Color of Night. They discuss the ethical considerations and reality of these not so realistic characters. You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/  L....

5. Paraphilias

January 15, 2018 22:12 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Dive into a clinical discussion on Paraphilic Disorders; unique, and often problematic, sexual interests and attractions. Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott discuss the most often diagnosed paraphilias as well as some of the more disturbing and criminal sexual interests. They also explore the connection to the recent Netflix documentary, Voyeur. 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 Med...

4. Writing Minds- Jennifer Haley Interview

December 04, 2017 00:14 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MB

Forensic psychologists, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh, interview award-winning playwright Jennifer Haley who was a writer on Season 1 of Netflix's 2017 hit Mindhunter. In their first interview episode, they dive into the excitement and obstacles of bringing John Douglas' book to life and dish on several story arcs that leave us not-so-patiently waiting for Season 2! What's with Wendy and that cat? Will there be a musical episode to see Jonathon Groff in action? You can find all of our resources ...

4. Writing Minds: Jennifer Haley Interview, Mindhunter

December 04, 2017 00:14 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Forensic psychologists, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh, interview award-winning playwright Jennifer Haley who was a writer on Season 1 of Netflix's 2017 hit Mindhunter. In their first interview episode, they dive into the excitement and obstacles of bringing John Douglas' book to life and dish on several story arcs that leave us not-so-patiently waiting for Season 2! What's with Wendy and that cat? Will there be a musical episode to see Jonathon Groff in action? You can find all of our resources o...

4. Writing for Mindhunter, Playwright and TV/ Film Writer Jennifer Haley Interview

December 04, 2017 00:14 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MB

Forensic psychologists, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh, interview award-winning playwright Jennifer Haley who was a writer on Season 1 of Netflix's 2017 hit Mindhunter. In their first interview episode, they dive into the excitement and obstacles of bringing John Douglas' book to life and dish on several story arcs that leave us not-so-patiently waiting for Season 2! What's with Wendy and that cat? Will there be a musical episode to see Jonathon Groff in action? You can find all of our resources on...

3. Hunting Minds

November 05, 2017 03:55 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott dissect their new favorite show, Netflix's Mindhunter, and compare their own first experiences interviewing and working with the criminal population. You can find all of our resources on our website here: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lansc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lansc/support

3. Hunting Minds: Criminal Psychology

November 05, 2017 03:55 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott dissect their new favorite show, Netflix's Mindhunter, and compare their own first experiences interviewing and working with the criminal population. You can find all of our resources on our website here: https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lansc/message

3. Mindhunter & Criminal Psychology

November 05, 2017 03:55 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott dissect their new favorite show, Netflix's Mindhunter, and compare their own first experiences interviewing and working with the criminal population. 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/

2. Double Lives

October 24, 2017 18:17 - 1 hour - 63.2 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh get into some infamous and more recent cases of individuals who have led double lives and how pathological lying plays a major role. They review the Laci Peterson murder, including Scott Peterson's double life, and how closely his behaviors mimic psychopathic individuals. Additionally, the docs take a look at new doubts in Scott Peterson's guilt and alternate theories of Laci's disappearance and murder. You can find all of our resources on our website here: https://...

2. Scott Peterson & Double Lives

October 24, 2017 18:17 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh get into some infamous and more recent cases of individuals who have led double lives and how pathological lying plays a major role. They review the Laci Peterson murder, including Scott Peterson's double life, and how closely his behaviors mimic psychopathic individuals. Additionally, the docs take a look at new doubts in Scott Peterson's guilt and alternate theories of Laci's disappearance and murder. You can find all of our resources on our website: https://www.la...

Psychopathy

October 20, 2017 03:29 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

In this mini episode, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh psych-splain the differences between such diagnosis and concepts as antisocial personality disorder, sociopath, and psychopathy and how we determine who deserves such labels. 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/

Psychopathy

October 20, 2017 03:29 - 22 minutes

In this mini episode, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh psych-splain the differences between such diagnosis and concepts as antisocial personality disorder, sociopath, and psychopathy and how we determine who deserves such labels. 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/

1. Introduction

October 05, 2017 03:57 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Los Angeles forensic psychologists, and best friends, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh give you an introduction on what to expect on the podcast, as well as some background on their professional careers, how they got into true crime, and some personal connections to some famous cases. Mentions:  My Favorite Murder podcast https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/ Undisclosed podcast http://undisclosed-podcast.com/ Serial podcast https://serialpodcast.org/ Criminal podcast https://thisiscriminal.com/ M...

1. Introduction: Meet the Docs

October 05, 2017 03:57 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

Los Angeles forensic psychologists, and best friends, Dr. Scott and Dr. Shiloh give you an introduction on what to expect on the podcast, as well as some background on their professional careers, how they got into true crime, and some personal connections to some famous cases. Mentions:  My Favorite Murder podcast https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/ Undisclosed podcast http://undisclosed-podcast.com/ Serial podcast https://serialpodcast.org/ Criminal podcast https://thisiscriminal.com/ Mysteri...

Trailer: L.A. Not So Confidential

October 04, 2017 03:57 - 1 minute - 990 KB

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