Keith Rovere sits down with renowned psychiatrist and prison mental-health expert Dr. Terry Kupers to examine the psychological cost of solitary confinement.Dr. Kupers has spent decades working inside prisons and studying the mental health effects of isolation. Together, we discuss how solitary confinement impacts the human brain, why it often worsens mental illness, and what happens when isolation becomes a form of psychological punishment rather than rehabilitation.This conversation goes beyond crime statistics and punishment theory, focusing instead on the human consequences of long-term isolation — including anxiety, depression, psychosis, and lasting trauma. We also explore why solitary confinement continues to be used despite mounting evidence of its harm, and what alternatives may exist.This episode is not about sensational crimes — it’s about understanding the mind, the system, and the people affected by it.

When we hear the word psychopath, we tend to think of monsters and murderers. But what if psychopathy is far more common—and far more subtle—than we realize?In this solo episode, I explore psychopathy outside the realm of homicide. No serial killers. No crime scene tape. Instead, we take a hard look at the fearless, emotionally detached individuals who walk among us every day—often unnoticed, and sometimes highly successful.We break down the difference between emotional empathy and cognitive empathy, why some people feel no fear or anxiety, and how traits associated with psychopathy can show up in everyday life: business, relationships, risk-taking, leadership, and even admiration. Are these traits always dangerous—or can they be adaptive?This episode challenges what you think you know about psychopathy and asks an uncomfortable question:What if the most dangerous assumption is that psychopaths are easy to spot?No gore. No glorification. Just psychology, behavior, and a deeper look at the human mind

A serial killer confesses, gets caught, and then claims to have found Christ behind bars. Can true faith redeem the unforgivable? This podcast plunges into the dark heart of justice, theology, and human nature, exploring the unsettling question: Can a serial killer truly become a Christian? Listen as I challenge what we believe about sin, forgiveness, and eternal grace.

The "Selfie Killer" Amada Taylor joins me again for the special Halloween edition of the podcast to talk all things spooky from what scares her the most...if anything and her favorite horror movies and serial killers.

Amanda took the life of her husband's father for supplying him with the drugs that she believed was the reason her husband Rex took his own life. She took a selfie in front of the dead body with the blood knife and a smile. She goes into detail about that crime on her first appearance on my show. Tonight we keep it light hearted and a little spooky!

In this gripping episode of The Lighter Side Of True Crime, I talk to Zachary Eggers, a man whose life took a dark turn at just 16 years old when he killed both of his parents in a fit of rebellion against their rules. In 2005, he shot them and buried their bodies, leading to an unimaginable journey through the criminal justice system. Fast forward to 2011, and Zachary faced further charges for allegedly killing his cellmate in prison. As he calls me from behind bars, we delve into the stark realities of living in a correctional facility that prioritizes punishment over rehabilitation. Zachary shares how this environment breeds violence among inmates—where survival often means adopting aggressive behaviors—and reflects on the brief period when positive reinforcement strategies were employed, fostering a happier atmosphere for both inmates and guards alike. Join us as we explore the complexities of incarceration and discuss why such punitive measures may only exacerbate violent tendencies among offenders like him.

One of the world's leading criminologists Dr Scott Bonn shares his thoughts on Bryan Kohberger and the motivations behind mass killers, spree killers and serial killers.

Here directly from Gary about his heartbreaking childhood and his decent into madness. Find out what broke him from his insanity and what led to it. This podcast is a reminder to all the parents out there that everything you say and do forms your child's mind no matter how old they are.

The Happy Face Killer Keith Jesperson who is a serial killer with 8 known victims gave me a few quotes for Fox News that went viral. I wanted to have him on the podcast to elaborate further on why he thought it would be best for Bryan Kohberger to transfer to Oregon State Prison where he has resided for decades.