Psyched OUT!
A podcast dedicated to all things psychology! Psychological thrillers, movies, unethical experiments, true crime, serial killers, and more! This podcast explores some of the most fascinating aspects of psychology. Your host, Emily, graduated with a bachelor's degree in Forensic Psychology and has law enforcement experience. Emily offers unique insight on all things psychology and investigation oriented. Stay Psyched OUT! and see you in the next episode.
Episodes

Aug 19, 2026
Aug 19, 2026
28 min
Host Emily, with a background in forensic psychology and law enforcement, examines days two and three of the Lindsay Clancy trial, reviewing testimony, video evidence, 911 calls, and first-responder accounts.
She debunks online theories, discusses trauma and memory, explores family-annihilator and strangulation research, and offers candid commentary on prosecution and defense tactics.

Aug 11, 2026
Aug 11, 2026
44 min
Hello everyone and welcome to Psyched OUT! In this episode host Emily, a forensic psychology graduate with law enforcement experience, breaks down the first hours of the Lindsay Clancy trial. She compares the prosecution and defense narratives, examines evidence like crushed medication and a window fall, and explains psychological topics central to the case: postpartum depression and psychosis, bipolar disorder, female family annihilators, doctor-shopping, and complex suicide. The episode emphasizes careful research, mental-health context, and compassion for the three children who were killed.

Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
26 min
Host Emily, a forensic psychology graduate with law-enforcement experience, analyzes Aang’s portrayal in the latest Avatar film through the lens of survivor’s guilt, PTSD, and cognitive dissonance. She explains how childhood trauma, cultural loss, and self-blame drive Aang’s risky decisions, his bonding with Tagah, and the differences between 12-year-old Aang and adult Aang.
The episode also connects Aang’s behavior to later family dynamics in Legend of Korra, praises the film’s animation, and invites listeners to discuss and suggest characters for future psychological breakdowns.

Jul 8, 2026
Jul 8, 2026
33 min
Emily breaks down a forensic interview training for mandated reporters, highlighting how to use open-ended questions and collect the essential who, what, where, when, and how without re-traumatizing a child.The episode covers disclosure types, memory differences, jurisdiction, and practical steps for reporting to DCS or law enforcement, plus tips on when to involve medical examiners and how to support a child through the process.

Jun 30, 2026
Jun 30, 2026
43 min
In this episode, Emily explores the history and evolution of pornography from ancient carvings and Roman engravings to modern internet and AI-driven content. She discusses why people consume porn such as sex drive, learning, and emotional regulation. She analyzes and reviews research on sociosexuality, the dark triad, fantasy types, and potential harms like compulsive pornography use, body image issues, and effects on adolescents.
Emily also examines public access and stigma, Times Square's role in normalizing sexual commerce, gaps in sex education, and concerns about AI and virtual sex. The episode stresses balance, better education, and open conversations about pornography's benefits and risks.

Jun 24, 2026
Jun 24, 2026
51 min
Host Emily, a forensic psychology graduate with law enforcement experience, investigates a string of murders along Texas’ I-45 corridor, spotlighting the cases of Allison Craven, Debbie Ackerman, and Maria Andrews. The episode examines patterns like victims being found near or in water, gunshot wounds, bondage, and geographical data. Emily questions a possible connection between two men named Henry Doyle Shuflin Jr., geographical outliers, and the impact on victim's families. Emily's goal is to get new attention for these unsolved/underreported cases. Information is limited, but the goal is to raise awareness, push for justice, and update listeners as new details emerge throughout the investigative process.

Jun 9, 2026
Jun 9, 2026
39 min
Host Emily, with a bachelor’s in forensic psychology and background in law enforcement, analyzes Netflix’s three-part documentary on the Michael Jackson trial.
She explores Jackson’s childhood in Gary, Indiana, family dynamics, alleged abuse by his father, and the effects of isolation, religion, and trauma on his adult behavior and relationships with children.
The episode examines Neverland, accusations and investigations, the prosecution and defense in court, and connections with Epstein. Emily makes note of the jury’s not-guilty verdict and discusses emotional grooming versus sexual abuse.
Emily concludes with a balanced view: Jackson’s relationships with kids were emotionally inappropriate and boundary-crossing, rooted in his past, but the legal standard left reasonable doubt preventing a conviction.

Jun 2, 2026
Jun 2, 2026
44 min
Host Emily examines the 1982 Chicago Tylenol murders after watching the Netflix documentary, recounting the deaths, the investigation, and the rise of suspect James Lewis.
The episode explores the pathology behind poisoning and terrorism, critiques corporate and investigative responses, and argues why Lewis may not be the true perpetrator while highlighting the case's lasting impact on public safety and tamper-proof packaging.

May 26, 2026
May 26, 2026
25 min
Host Emily, a forensic psychology graduate with law enforcement experience, investigates a string of murders along Texas’ I-45 corridor, spotlighting the cases of Brenda K. Jones, Rhonda Renee Johnson, and Sharon Lynn Shaw. The episode examines patterns like victims being found near or in water, blunt force trauma, and geographical data. Emily questions a controversial confession, considers possible police misconduct, and maps dump and abduction sites to seek new attention for these unsolved or underreported cases. Information is limited, but the goal is to raise awareness, push for justice, and update listeners as new details emerge.

May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026
1 hr 7 min
Hello, everyone and welcome to Psyched OUT! Today, host Emily, who has a forensic psychology degree and law enforcement experience, breaks down Netflix's documentary The Crash. In this episode she analyzes the crash that killed Dom and Davion, examines evidence (black box, phone data, drugs), explores claims of amnesia and POTS, and discusses the roles of Kenzie, her friends, and her parents.
Emily offers psychological insights into possible personality disorders, domestic violence dynamics, a murder-suicide theory, and centers empathy for the victims and their families while critiquing legal and social responses.



