Tragedy in the Basement: Castle Doctrine, Fear, and the Failures of the VA

from Secret Passage Podcast · host Dana Vespoli & Shannon Rogers

In this episode we explore the controversial Byron Smith case, the murders of Haile Kifer and Nicholas Brady. We discuss the legal and ethical questions surrounding self-defense, the Castle Doctrine, and the impact of military service and trauma on mental health. Join our Patreon community! www.patreon.com/SecretPassagePodcast Like, subscribe, and follow us. Here's how: Instagram @secretpassagepodcast X @secretpasspod Secret Passage Podcast is hosted by Dana Vespoli and Shannon Rogers Producer: Tim Rogers Editor: Mitch Silver

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