Join me, depth psychologist, bestselling author, and writer Melissa Kim Corter, as I discuss human behavior through film, forensics, and fairy tales. My fascination with hauntingly beautiful things and analysis of the dark side of the human psyche are the underbelly of each conversation. A dose of depth is an invitation to plunge into the shadow dynamics of human consciousness—we will discuss everything from psychopomps to psychopaths.
Dose of Depth Episode #11 Monster or Survivor: Shadow of the Violated Feminine
In this episode, Melissa Kim Corter is joined by guest expert Stephanie Minnick as they explore the haunted territory where trauma and myth intertwine: the realm of the violated feminine.
Through the parallel stories of Aileen Wuornos and Medusa, they explore what happens when innocence is desecrated, the voice is silenced, and survival becomes an act of rebellion.
Together they unearth how rape, betrayal, and shame transmute into rage and fragmentation—and how culture’s obsession with the “monster” hides its complicity in creating her. Wuornos’s descent from victim to killer mirrors Medusa’s transformation from priestess to creature of terror, both scapegoats for the shadow of society.
Listeners will encounter a depth-psychological and archetypal reflection on the shadow of victimization, the alchemy of trauma, and the wisdom that can rise from the wound of the violated feminine.
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10 Oct 2025
Episode #10: The Spectrum of Darkness
In this episode, Melissa Kim Corter returns to a haunting case from her New Jersey childhood to illuminate what she calls the spectrum of darkness.
She unpacks how satanic panic, dualistic thinking, and structural dissociation can mask the deeper dynamics of Jung’s shadow: archetypal images, intrusive thoughts, and Catholic symbolism mingle within the psyche.
Listeners will gain a depth-psychological view of the Thomas Sullivan case, along with soul-making practices to engage shadow without scapegoating and to see “evil” with more nuance and compassion.
PS: There is an addendum at the end of this episode to clarify some of the findings that were not initially included in the episode.
24 Jul 2025
Episode #9 Nightmares: Listening to the Dark Messenger
In this episode, Melissa Kim Corter explores the psychological meaning behind nightmares, beginning with a vivid recurring dream from her childhood.
She breaks down how nightmares act as intense psychic messengers, revealing unprocessed emotions or unconscious material. Listeners will gain insight into dream analysis, sleep paralysis, and symbolic flooding.
Melissa also shares a client case involving a haunting dream of drowning, revealing how dream images can awaken memories and unlock hidden emotions.
30 Apr 2025
Episode #8 Hidden Knowledge: The Bone Collector
Have you ever noticed that some of our most difficult challenges are the same ones that can call us into power? Is it possible that the psyche is present and very much alive within harrowing ordeals and unfathomable circumstances?
In this episode, I speak to the motif of The Bone Collector in forensics, film, fairy tales, and nature.
Today, we’re exploring the ways we gather the bones of an experience and uncover sacred gifts that can only emerge during dire circumstances.
Melissa discusses Baba Yaga, Amelia Donaghy (Bone Collector character), Hecate, and more...
Article referenced in episode: Hawaii’s ‘bone collector’ caterpillar wears body parts of dead prey By Will Dunham Reuters.
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10 Mar 2025
Episode #07 The Shadow Side of Synchronicity
Why, when we experience a synchronistic moment, does it tend to favor a positive experience? Is it possible that there is a shadow side to these types of alignments?
In this episode, I draw parallels between the tragic shadow aspects in the Gabby Petitio case and the haunting theme within the Grimm's tale, the Robber Bridegroom.
Today, we’re diving deep into synchronistic moments and how seeing the positive might be the ego's way of ignoring a deeper and darker truth.
Melissa discusses a crossroad moment in a fairytale that parallels a few crossroad moments in the Gabby Petito story.
7 Feb 2025
Episode #06 Telos: Haunted by a Purpose
Why do certain moments in life stay with us? Is it possible that there is an inherent purpose tucked within the situation?
In this episode, I draw parallels between impactful and traumatic moments that may haunt us and the ways these moments might contribute to our individuation process.
Today, we’re diving deep into Telos (the inherent purpose or final aim of a thing, being, or action) and Kairos (the right, opportune, or sacred moment—a time when something significant, fated, or transformative occurs).
Melissa discusses kairos in significant moments in fairytales and the necessity of healing our deep instinctual nature.
2 Jan 2025
Episode #05 Stirring Their Demons
Why do some people react violently to you after baring their darkest secrets? When we reflect the shadow and darkness of another, it is not our responsibility to carry it for them.
Today, we’re diving deep into ego defenses, why we have them, why it is important to spot our own, and how this helps attune us to the emotional states of another. Melissa weaves in the symbolic nature of demonic forces found in fairytales and how and why intuition is a catalyst for growth... or a lifesaving element in what she refers to as 'somatic detection.'
3 Dec 2024
Episode #04 The Shadow of a Belief: Confirmation Bias
True crime expert Dr. Kathryn Meyer discusses how confirmation bias in two high-profile cases distorted the pursuit of truth and justice through a distorted narrative.
1 Nov 2024
Episode #03 The Danger of Spiritual Narcissism
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In this third episode, Melissa Kim Corter, depth psychologist, describes spiritual narcissism and some of the vulnerabilities we have as spiritual seekers.
Melissa shares personal examples of spiritual leaders and what happens when these individuals operate from a fragile or underdeveloped ego.
Melissa discusses the difficulties of being a seeker, spiritual bypassing, and why we must trust our intuitive guidance over the guru on the stage.
17 Sept 2024
Episode #02: Teeth to match Our Wounds
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In this second episode, Melissa Kim Corter, depth psychologist, describes emotional wounds and the importance of deception to hone intuition.
Our wounds are apertures, doorways to potential. Melissa illustrates this point by drawing parallels with the high-profile case of Ted Bundy and his relationship with a previous girlfriend.
Melissa describes the shadow in relationship to our hidden
complexes and why we must work with these aspects creatively.
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22 Aug 2024
Episode #01: For those who aren’t afraid of the dark
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Melissa Kim Cortter, a depth psychologist and international best-selling author, introduces her podcast "A Dose of Depth," which explores the intersection of depth psychology, creative forms, and forensics. She shares her background in hypnotherapy and her shift from holistic modalities to darker subjects like nightmares, psychopathy, and the "Dark Night of the Soul." Melissa plans to discuss various psychological themes, including personality disorders, dreams, and fairy tales, and will feature guests for diverse perspectives. She emphasizes the importance of confronting uncomfortable topics for psychological growth.
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