Liars and Lovers

About Liars and Lovers

Dive into the tangled web of love, deception, and the dark corners of relationships in “Liars & Lovers.” Each episode explores real-life stories that reveal how passion can lead to betrayal and even crime. From infidelity and obsession to manipulation and revenge, we uncover the hidden truths behind some of the most shocking cases. Join us as we interview experts, dissect psychological motivations, and share chilling accounts that show how love can turn lethal. Tune in for a captivating blend of romance, intrigue, and the unsettling realities that can unfold when trust is broken.

Publisher

Liars and Lovers

Category

true crime

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

30 Jul 2026

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   When Spouses Become Suspects

   What happens when a marriage turns deadly? Do men and women kill their spouses for the same reasons? And does gender influence how we investigate, prosecute, and understand intimate partner homicide? In this episode, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Dr. Debbie Goodman, forensic criminologist, published author, university professor, radio host, and former television host, for an in-depth conversation about spousal homicide, domestic violence, criminal behavior, and the psychology behind crimes committed within intimate relationships. With more than 30 years of experience in criminal justice education, leadership, and public awareness, Dr. Debbie brings an experienced perspective to the complex realities of relationship violence and the factors that can turn intimate relationships into deadly situations. Together, Lisa and Dr. Debbie explore the differences and similarities between uxoricide—the killing of a wife by her husband—and mariticide—the killing of a husband by his wife. In this compelling true crime discussion, they examine: Spousal homicide and intimate partner violence: What happens when relationship conflict escalates to murder? Uxoricide vs. mariticide: How do crimes involving husbands who kill their wives compare with wives who kill their husbands? Criminal psychology and motivation: What roles can power, control, jealousy, betrayal, resentment, and abuse play in spousal murder? Warning signs of relationship violence: What behavioral patterns and circumstances may signal escalating danger? Gender and violent crime: Are there differences in motivations, methods, and circumstances between male and female perpetrators? The criminal justice system and public perception: Are husbands and wives who kill their spouses viewed or treated differently? When love turns lethal: How can relationship dynamics, conflict, and coercive control intersect with deadly violence? From the psychology of domestic homicide to the complicated realities of criminal behavior, this episode challenges assumptions about gender, relationships, and the stories we tell about people accused of killing the person they once loved. When Spouses Become Suspects is an essential conversation for true crime fans, criminology students, criminal justice professionals, and anyone interested in forensic criminology, criminal psychology, domestic violence, and the darker side of human relationships. 🎙️ Listen now to Liars & Lovers for a thought-provoking conversation with Lisa Ribacoff and Dr. Debbie Goodman about spousal murder, relationship violence, and the disturbing intersection of love, power, and homicide. ❤️🔥 Follow Liars & Lovers on Spotify so you never miss an episode exploring true crime, deception, betrayal, criminal behavior, and the search for truth.

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Exploring True Crime with Jill: The Psychology Behind Murder

   Why are we so fascinated by murder, serial killers, and true crime? What draws us to the psychology behind the crimes—and the people who commit them? On this episode of Liars & Lovers, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Jill, psychology educator and creator of the Murder Shelf Book Club, for a fascinating conversation about true crime, murder psychology, criminal behavior, human nature, and our enduring fascination with stories of crime and deception. Jill's passion for true crime began with a love of mystery and reading that started in childhood—from Nancy Drew to the complex realities of murder cases, serial killers, and criminal investigations. That curiosity eventually led to the creation of the Murder Shelf Book Club, a community where readers explore true crime books while examining the psychological motivations, relationships, trauma, personality, environment, and behavioral factors connected to crime. Lisa and Jill explore some of the biggest questions surrounding our fascination with true crime: • Why are people so captivated by stories of murder and violent crime? • What does psychology tell us about criminal behavior and motivation? • How can trauma, personality, relationships, and environment influence behavior? • Why do we want to understand the minds of murderers and serial killers? • Can studying offenders help us better understand crime prevention? • What role does curiosity play in our obsession with true crime? • How can educators use true crime to create meaningful conversations about psychology and human behavior? As a psychology educator, Jill brings an educational perspective to the discussion, showing how true crime can become a starting point for exploring psychology, criminology, human behavior, and the darker aspects of society. Whether you're fascinated by true crime podcasts, murder cases, serial killers, criminal psychology, criminology, behavioral analysis, psychology, or true crime books, this episode takes you beyond the headlines and into the questions behind the crimes. 📚 Discover the Murder Shelf Book Club and join the conversation about true crime, psychology, murder mysteries, criminal behavior, and the stories that keep us turning the pages. 🎧 Listen to Liars & Lovers with Lisa Ribacoff for more conversations about crime, deception, psychology, relationships, investigations, and the pursuit of truth. Why do we want to understand the darkest parts of human nature—and what can true crime teach us about ourselves? #LiarsAndLovers #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePsychology #MurderPsychology #CriminalPsychology #Criminology #SerialKillers #CriminalBehavior #TrueCrimeBooks #MurderShelfBookClub #Psychology #HumanBehavior #TrueCrimePodcast #GilgoBeach #LongIslandSerialKiller

3. 

   29 Sept 2026

   The Truth Is In The Writing

   Absolutely — I’d front-load the searchable terms while keeping the description compelling and credible. I’d also include statement analysis, deception detection, forensic linguistics, criminal investigations, law enforcement interviews, true crime, and Peter Hyatt naturally throughout. Can you detect deception through the words someone chooses? What if the truth is hiding in plain sight—in the language, phrasing, and details people use when they tell their stories? On this episode of Liars & Lovers, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Paul Maillardet, a practitioner of statement analysis and an expert in analyzing language for potential indicators of deception, truthfulness, and credibility. Paul explores the fascinating world of statement analysis, deception detection, investigative interviewing, and the psychology of language. Trained by the late Peter Hyatt, Paul continues to teach statement analysis to a worldwide community that includes investigators, law enforcement professionals, intelligence personnel, analysts, psychologists, and true crime enthusiasts. Lisa and Paul discuss how the words people choose—and sometimes the words they avoid—can provide clues during criminal investigations, police interviews, financial crime investigations, forensic interviews, and everyday conversations. They explore questions such as: • What can a person's language reveal about their account of events? • How can statement analysis be used in investigative interviews? • What linguistic patterns may raise questions about a statement? • Why do people sometimes reveal information without realizing it? • What can omissions, changes in wording, and unnecessary details tell an investigator? • How does statement analysis differ from simply listening for lies? • What can we learn from the language of suspects, witnesses, and victims? This episode takes a deeper look at the connection between language, psychology, deception, credibility, and human behavior—and why listening carefully may reveal more than simply hearing what someone says. If you’re interested in true crime, criminal investigations, deception detection, statement analysis, forensic interviewing, interrogation techniques, psychology, law enforcement, behavioral analysis, and the science of human communication, this conversation is one you won't want to miss. Can words betray a liar—or reveal a truth they never intended to tell? 🎧 Listen to Liars & Lovers with Lisa Ribacoff and Paul Maillardet. #LiarsAndLovers #StatementAnalysis #DeceptionDetection #TrueCrime #ForensicInterviewing #CriminalInvestigations #LawEnforcement #Psychology #Deception #PeterHyatt This version should give Spotify more relevant search language without sacrificing the Liars & Lovers storytelling style.

4. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Recognizing Grooming: The Psychology of Trust, Manipulation & Exploitation

   Liars & Lovers | Grooming, Trust & Recognizing the Warning Signs with Anna Sonoda, LCSW What if the greatest danger doesn’t begin with a stranger—but with someone who becomes known, trusted, and invited into our lives? On this powerful episode of Liars & Lovers, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Anna Sonoda, LCSW—grooming prevention expert, author, speaker, and host of Known and Trusted with Anna Sonoda, LCSW—for an important conversation about child grooming, sexual abuse prevention, predators, exploitation, trust, and recognizing concerning behaviors before they escalate. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Anna brings a unique perspective shaped by working with both convicted sexual offenders and individuals impacted by trauma, violence, and complex behavioral challenges. Her experience provides insight into the behavioral patterns, manipulation tactics, boundary violations, and influence strategies that can precede grooming and exploitation. Lisa and Anna explore how grooming works, why predators often seek to become “known and trusted,” how manipulation can develop gradually, and why recognizing patterns may be more important than simply relying on intuition. They also discuss: 🔎 What grooming can look like—and what it often doesn't look like🚩 Warning signs and concerning behaviors adults should recognize🧠 Manipulation, boundary testing, and psychological influence👨👩👧 How parents and trusted adults can build protective awareness🛡️ Teaching children about boundaries, safety, and strange behavior💔 Why trust can sometimes be exploited⚠️ How predators can position themselves within a child's circle of trust Anna also shares insights from her books, Duck Duck Groom: Understanding How a Child Becomes a Target, Duck Duck Groom: A Guided Journal, and the award-winning children's book Wait…That's Weird! A Parent-Child Guide to Spotting Strange Behavior Together. Predators rarely begin with obvious danger. Sometimes, they begin by becoming known, trusted, helpful—and eventually, invited. This is a conversation about grooming prevention, child safety, trust, deception, behavioral patterns, sexual abuse awareness, and the importance of recognizing risk before it becomes harm. 🎙️ Listen now to Liars & Lovers and follow the podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

5. 

   15 Sept 2026

   The Truth Between the Pages

   What if the person telling you the story… is the person who knows exactly how to hide the truth? For more than three decades, F.X. Regan lived on the other side of the lie—first as a police officer, then an FBI Special Agent, SWAT Team member, and ultimately the Special Agent in Charge of a major FBI field division. He’s investigated high-profile cases, seen deception up close, and spent a career uncovering what people didn’t want investigators to find. Now, he’s turning those experiences into crime thrillers filled with murder, conspiracy, cold cases, and secrets buried inside the FBI. Today on Liars & Lovers, we’re going behind the badge—and behind the books—with F.X. Regan. Get Your Copy of Gray Ghost Here! https://www.amazon.com/s?k=fx+regan&crid=2CSAVQ343QJ9A&sprefix=fx+regan%2Caps%2C403&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_1_8 (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=fx+regan&crid=2CSAVQ343QJ9A&sprefix=fx+regan%2Caps%2C403&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_1_8)

6. 

   8 Sept 2026

   Counsel, Crime, & Conversation

   What do lies in relationships, the courtroom, the media, polygraphs, and false confessions have in common?Deception—and the consequences that can follow when the truth becomes difficult to find. On this episode of Liars & Lovers, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with criminal defense attorney Franz Borghart and Derek Smith, host of Truth or Derek Show, for a candid, entertaining, and thought-provoking conversation about lies, deception, credibility, justice, relationships, and the psychology behind why people don't always tell the truth. From relationship lies and red flags to deception in the courtroom and media, Lisa, Franz, and Derek examine how lies can influence relationships, criminal investigations, public opinion, and the justice system. The conversation also dives into the controversial world of polygraph examinations and lie detection, including what polygraphs can—and cannot—tell us about deception. They explore the complicated issue of false confessions, why innocent people sometimes confess to crimes they didn't commit, and the factors that can influence someone during a police interrogation. And when it comes to relationships, the trio breaks down red flags vs. green flags, trust, communication, manipulation, and the warning signs that can reveal whether a relationship is built on honesty—or something else. Topics include: 🔴 Lies and deception in relationships ⚖️ Deception and credibility in the courtroom 📰 Lies, misinformation, and deception in the media 📊 Polygraphs and lie detection 🚨 False confessions and police interrogations 💔 Relationship red flags and toxic behaviors 💚 Green flags and healthy relationships 🧠 Why people lie and why people believe lies 🔍 Truth, credibility, evidence, and human behavior And, naturally, no conversation about truth and deception would be complete without addressing one of life's most important questions: Why is a good Sprite Zero apparently part of the investigation? 🥤 It's an episode filled with true crime, relationships, criminal justice, deception, polygraphs, false confessions, courtroom strategy, and plenty of laughs. Truth. Lies. Love. Justice. And Sprite Zero. 🎙️ Listen to Liars & Lovers now and follow the podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

7. 

   4 Sept 2026

   Lindsay Clancy Case: Crime, Motive & Mental Health | Liars & Lovers

   On this episode of Liars & Lovers, Lisa Ribacoff examines the Lindsay Clancy case, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children. We discuss the criminal investigation, evidence, motive, behavioral analysis, mental health, postpartum mental health, family dynamics, and the legal questions surrounding this heartbreaking true crime case. What can the evidence and behavior tell us about what happened—and what remains unanswered? Keywords: Lindsay Clancy, Lindsay Clancy case, true crime, true crime podcast, Massachusetts crime, criminal investigation, forensic investigation, behavioral analysis, mental health, postpartum mental health, motive, evidence, family homicide, child murder, criminal justice, Lisa Ribacoff, Liars & Lovers.

8. 

   2 Sept 2026

   Undercover in America’s Playground

   What happens when a Las Vegas police sergeant spends years seeing what people try to hide? On this episode of Liars & Lovers, Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Jenn Benjamins, a retired Sergeant with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and owner of Covert Blue LLC. Jenn shares her perspective on law enforcement, criminal investigations, deception, human behavior, and the realities of policing in Las Vegas. From the Strip to the streets, this is a conversation about what happens when the truth is hidden behind a carefully constructed story—and why nothing is ever quite what it seems. #LiarsAndLovers #JennBenjamins #LasVegas #LVMPD #TrueCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #LawEnforcement #PoliceStories #CriminalInvestigations #Deception Subscribe & Listen Here: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast) Jenn Benjamin's Contact Information:covertbluellc@gmail.com (mailto:covertbluellc@gmail.com) Http://www.covertbluellc.com (http://www.covertbluellc.com/)

9. 

   25 Aug 2026

   The Truth About Advocacy

   What are the real warning signs of an abusive relationship—and why is leaving often the most dangerous time for a survivor? In this powerful episode of Liars & Lovers, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Claudia King, a Law & Crime TV analyst, domestic violence expert, and survivor, for an honest conversation about the realities of domestic violence, coercive control, gaslighting, stalking, and relationship abuse. Too often, people ask, "Why didn't they just leave?" Claudia explains why the answer is far more complex than most people realize. Drawing from both her professional expertise covering high-profile criminal cases and her personal experience as a survivor, she shares how manipulation, isolation, and psychological abuse can escalate into violence—and why recognizing the warning signs early can save lives. Lisa and Claudia also discuss victim-blaming, the legal system's response to intimate partner violence, stalking behaviors, coercive control, and what friends and family can do to support someone in an abusive relationship. Together, they explore how love, deception, and control can intersect in ways that are often hidden from the outside world. If you're interested in true crime, domestic violence awareness, relationship red flags, criminal psychology, victim advocacy, or understanding the warning signs of abuse, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Subscribe and Follow Here: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast)

10. 

    18 Aug 2026

    New York, New York...And Nothing Is Ever What It Seems

    New York City never sleeps—and neither do its secrets. On this episode of Liars & Lovers, Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Tom Smith, retired NYPD detective and host of The Gold Shields Show, for a fascinating conversation about crime, investigations, deception, human behavior, and the reality of policing in New York City. Tom spent years working inside the New York Police Department, seeing firsthand what happens when the story you're told isn't the story that actually happened. From investigations and interrogations to relationships, manipulation, and the psychology behind criminal behavior, Tom shares the perspective that only someone who has lived it from the other side of the badge can provide. Together, Lisa and Tom explore what happens when nothing is what it seems—and why investigators have to look beyond the obvious to uncover the truth. We talk about the realities of being an NYPD detective, the challenges of investigating people who don't want to tell the truth, memorable experiences from Tom's career, and what inspired him to create The Gold Shields Show. Because in true crime, the first story isn't always the real story. New York, New York… where everyone has a story, every secret has a price, and nothing is ever what it seems. Links: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast) Tom Smith at Gold Shields Podcast https://thegoldshieldshow.com/ (https://thegoldshieldshow.com/) https://www.instagram.com/thegoldshieldshow/ (https://www.instagram.com/thegoldshieldshow/) https://www.carryimpact.com/ (https://www.carryimpact.com/) #LiarsAndLovers #PodcastLaunch #NewPodcast #TrueCrimePodcast #Deception #TrueCrimeCommunity #TheTruthAlwaysLeavesClues

11. 

    11 Aug 2026

    When Mothers Know Best…..About Death

    On this episode of Liars & Lovers, we welcome Mother Knows Death for a compelling conversation about true crime, criminal behavior, and the complex stories behind the cases that capture public attention. Known for exploring the darker side of human nature, Mother Knows Death joins us to discuss how crime stories are told, why certain cases stay with us, and what these investigations reveal about deception, betrayal, manipulation, and the relationships at the center of them. Liars and Lovers Links: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast) Mother Knows Death: https://www.instagram.com/motherknowsdeath/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/motherknowsdeath/?hl=en) https://open.spotify.com/show/6gcgxHdSXwxXuvK0D5m5hx (https://open.spotify.com/show/6gcgxHdSXwxXuvK0D5m5hx)

12. 

    4 Aug 2026

    From The Courtroom To The Camera

    What really happens behind the headlines of the biggest true crime stories? In this episode of Liars & Lovers, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with Court TV field reporter and correspondent Cody Thomas, who has covered some of the nation's most high-profile criminal trials. From the courtroom to live television, Cody shares what it's like to report on true crime as it unfolds and the responsibility that comes with telling victims' stories accurately and ethically. Together, Lisa and Cody explore how journalists separate fact from speculation, the challenges of covering high-profile murder cases, and the impact media coverage can have on investigations, juries, victims' families, and the public. They also discuss why true crime audiences are so captivated by these cases and what armchair detectives often miss behind the scenes. Subscribe to Liars & Lovers for conversations with investigators, journalists, forensic experts, psychologists, and other guests who explore the intersection of love, lies, deception, and true crime. Links: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast) Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@liarsandloverspodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@liarsandloverspodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liarsandloverspodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/liarsandloverspodcast/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591932064821&_rdr (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591932064821&_rdr)

13. 

    1 Aug 2026

    Tell Us The Truth

    In this episode, host Lisa Ribacoff sits down with retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent and bestselling author Brad Beeler, whose 25-year career included federal investigations, protective operations, investigative interviewing, credibility assessment, and becoming one of the Secret Service's most experienced and decorated polygraph examiners. Drawing from the insights in his book, Tell Me Everything: A Secret Service Agent's Proven Strategies for Earning Trust, Revealing the Truth, and Communicating with Anyone, Brad shares fascinating stories from the interrogation room and explains what he's learned about deception, trust, and the subtle behaviors that reveal the truth. Together, Lisa and Brad explore why people lie, how investigators build trust to uncover the truth, and what his decades of experience can teach us about relationships, betrayal, and the human behavior behind crime. If you're fascinated by true crime, the psychology of deception, or the art of investigative interviewing, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Links: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast) https://www.youtube.com/@liarsandloverspodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@liarsandloverspodcast) https://www.instagram.com/liarsandloverspodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/liarsandloverspodcast/) https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591932064821&_rdr (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591932064821&_rdr) Brad’s Contact Information: Website:Bradleybeeler.com (bradleybeeler.com) Email: Brad@bradleybeeler.com Instagram: @bradbeeler1865 Linkedin : www.linkedin.com/in/bradbeeler1865 (http://www.linkedin.com/in/bradbeeler1865) Amazon for Brad's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Tell-Everything-Strategies-Revealing-Communicating/dp/1637748426 (https://www.amazon.com/Tell-Everything-Strategies-Revealing-Communicating/dp/1637748426)

14. 

    30 Jul 2026

    Introduction to Liars and Lovers

    Welcome to Liars & Lovers, the podcast where love, deception, true crime, and the pursuit of truth collide. In this premiere episode, host Lisa Ribacoff introduces herself, shares the experiences that inspired the podcast, and gives listeners a preview of what's to come. From relationship lies and betrayal to true crime, criminal investigations, victim advocacy, forensic science, and the psychology of deception, Liars & Lovers explores the many ways truth can be hidden—and ultimately uncovered. Each episode features compelling conversations with experts, investigators, authors, psychologists, victims, survivors, and others with firsthand experience who offer unique insights into the complexities of human behavior, trust, justice, and the stories behind some of the most fascinating true crime cases. Whether you're a true crime enthusiast, fascinated by the science of lie detection, or curious about what really drives people to deceive, Liars & Lovers invites you to look beyond the surface. Join Lisa as she uncovers the stories behind the lies—and the truths that change everything. Follow and Subscribe Here! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast (https://linktr.ee/liarsandloverspodcast) Youtube?: https://www.youtube.com/@liarsandloverspodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@liarsandloverspodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liarsandloverspodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/liarsandloverspodcast/) Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591932064821&_rdr (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591932064821&_rdr)

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