16 episodes

Welcome to True Compass, the podcast Cultivating Ethics and Awareness in True Crime. This groundbreaking podcast goes beyond the surface-level intrigue of true crime stories. Join Chey Vyshnya as she explorers the human side of these narratives, focusing on empathy, ethics, safety, and awareness.
In episodes of True Compass where a human life is affected, we’ll briefly discuss the crime, acknowledging its significance. But our main focus lies in the aftermath—the lives impacted and the lessons we can learn. By understanding the people affected, Chey aims to reshape our perception of true crime and deepen our empathy for those involved.
But True Compass is not just about unraveling mysteries. Chey is committed to your safety, offering practical advice on personal security, crime prevention, and navigating potentially dangerous situations in everyday life. The goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Furthermore, Chey delves into the ethical considerations surrounding true crime consumption. She questions our role as listeners and examines the impact our fascination with these stories has on society. Through thought-provoking discussions, we strive to cultivate a more responsible and thoughtful approach to true crime.
Join Chey Vyshnya on True Compass as she shines a light on the stories that matter, the lives forever changed, and the enduring impact of true crime. Subscribe today and embark on a transformative journey that explores ethics, empathy, safety, and awareness in true crime and everyday life. Together, let's cultivate a compass that guides us towards a more compassionate and informed world.

True Compass Podcast Chey Vyshnya

    • True Crime
    • 4.8 • 16 Ratings

Welcome to True Compass, the podcast Cultivating Ethics and Awareness in True Crime. This groundbreaking podcast goes beyond the surface-level intrigue of true crime stories. Join Chey Vyshnya as she explorers the human side of these narratives, focusing on empathy, ethics, safety, and awareness.
In episodes of True Compass where a human life is affected, we’ll briefly discuss the crime, acknowledging its significance. But our main focus lies in the aftermath—the lives impacted and the lessons we can learn. By understanding the people affected, Chey aims to reshape our perception of true crime and deepen our empathy for those involved.
But True Compass is not just about unraveling mysteries. Chey is committed to your safety, offering practical advice on personal security, crime prevention, and navigating potentially dangerous situations in everyday life. The goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Furthermore, Chey delves into the ethical considerations surrounding true crime consumption. She questions our role as listeners and examines the impact our fascination with these stories has on society. Through thought-provoking discussions, we strive to cultivate a more responsible and thoughtful approach to true crime.
Join Chey Vyshnya on True Compass as she shines a light on the stories that matter, the lives forever changed, and the enduring impact of true crime. Subscribe today and embark on a transformative journey that explores ethics, empathy, safety, and awareness in true crime and everyday life. Together, let's cultivate a compass that guides us towards a more compassionate and informed world.

    The Broken Compass- With Robert Parmer

    The Broken Compass- With Robert Parmer

    This week, we have a conversation with Robert Parmer from the Broken System Podcast to explore his inspiration for launching the podcast. We delve into the case of Temujin Kensu, emphasizing the significance of shedding light on wrongful convictions. Following that, we engage in a lighthearted discussion about safety, pets, and everyday experiences.

    • 38 min
    Justice For Katie Palmer with John Palmer

    Justice For Katie Palmer with John Palmer

    In this poignant podcast episode, John Palmer bravely shares his harrowing experience of being hit by a drunk driver alongside his late wife, Katie, who tragically did not survive. Join us as John recounts the events, their love story, and the profound impact of this devastating loss caused by the senseless act of drunk driving. Join Chey and John, for this emotional episode.


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    • 54 min
    Navigating Compasses

    Navigating Compasses

    In this True Crime CrossOver episode, we sit down with Whitney and Melissa of Navigating Advocacy to talk all things advocacy and AdvocacyCon 2025!
    Join us as we dive into the intricacies as advocacy in true crime, what it’s like creating a conference, and how AdvocacyCon is different from other festivals and conferences!

    Instagram/Twitter/FB: @NavigatingAdvocacyPodcast

    • 27 min
    Finding The Loved-Jason Watts

    Finding The Loved-Jason Watts

    Join us in this compelling episode as we sit down with private investigator, Jason Watrs, who sheds light on the enigmatic world of missing persons investigations. Drawing from his extensive experience, Jason shares riveting accounts of her most challenging cases, detailing the intricate processes involved in tracking down individuals who have seemingly vanished without a trace. From the emotional toll of dealing with distraught families to the ingenious methods employed in piecing together elusive clues, this conversation offers a poignant and insightful glimpse into the relentless pursuit of reuniting the missing with their loved ones. Tune in as we unravel the complexities and underlying humanity of this often unseen and deeply compelling line of work.

    • 27 min
    Santa, Maybe Baby! With Jason Usry

    Santa, Maybe Baby! With Jason Usry

    In this Christmas themed episode, Chey Interviews one of True Crimes favorite pick-me-up host, Jason Usry of Santa, Maybe a Criminal. In this episode we dive into the history of Santa, Maybe a Criminal, such as favorite lines and characters. You even get some hidden gems behind the story! We also dive into some of Richie Bucks favorite holiday traditions, movies, desserts, and more! Join us on this jolly themed episode and get ready to spread Christmas Cheer for all to hear!

    • 52 min
    Finding Jason Landry-Three Year Anniversary

    Finding Jason Landry-Three Year Anniversary

    Jason Landry went missing Dec 13, 2020 in Luling Texas after missing a turn at an intersection on his way home to Houston, Texas from Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas. This episode, Chey interviews Kent Landry, Jason’s father, so listeners can learn about who Jason was before and during the time he went missing. In this interview, we dive into media, case updates, search efforts and everything in between as we honor three years of search efforts for Jason.


    Jason Landry Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/FindJasonLandry?mibextid=LQQJ4d

    • 1 hr 12 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
16 Ratings

16 Ratings

h.galaviz ,

You NEED to listen to this podcast!

This podcast is by far my favorite! Chey has so much compassion for every single guest/topic she talks about. I absolutely love listening. I can’t wait for more episodes to come out!!

Robert197312004 ,

Amazing

Not only an amazing podcast but an amazing person all around. Keep up the good work Chey.

Lexikakis ,

Must listen!

A fantastic podcast where every episode is rooted in empathy and compassion! A must listen if you are a true crime fan looking for something new and powerful.

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