You Probably Think This Story’s About You

By Brittani Ard

This isn’t your typical true crime story.

Brittani Ard steps back into the shadowy labyrinth of memories, scars, and fragile ties that bind us to our past. Where wounds still ache and the bonds of con... more

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Number 1: Introducing Not Just a Terrible Story
Check out Not Just a Terrible Story on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon or wherever you get your podcasts. Episode 2 is available now. Episode 1: The Cool Teacher Fifteen year-old Stacie Love was just a sophomore when she met the young, charismatic English teacher, Brett Fischer. He was the "cool" teacher, and she wanted to be his favorite student. Twenty years later, Stacie sees the dynamic differently—and wonders if what felt like happenstance was something far more calculated. For more exclusive content head to terriblestory.substack.com. Get free access to archival photos, resources, and bonus stories that didn't make the cut. Plus — get early, ad-free episodes as a paid subscriber. About Not Just a Terrible Story: When Stacie Love married her former high school teacher, she thought it was a whirlwind romance. Two decades later, she discovered the truth behind the day their lives unraveled: a federal search, an unseen investigation, and a story far darker than she ever knew. Not Just A Terrible Story is a six-part investigation into one woman’s search for the truth, the scourge of alleged educator sexual misconduct, and a culture of complicity that protected predators for decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 15, 202634min
Number 2: Why your divorce attorney should go on your next first date with Michele Locke & Jake Deptula
Michele Locke, a divorce attorney, and Jake Deptula, an advocate for survivors of toxic relationships and host of the podcast 'LoveLustFear,' join Brittani Ard to talk about love and relationships, red and green flags, effective communication, and how to date wisely at any stage of life. The three also explore the dynamics of dating after traumatic relationships and the resilience of individuals who have endured toxic relationships. Make sure to check out Michele and Jakes upcoming podcast, LovelLustLaw. All episodes are available ad free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd Share your story with Brittani. Production of BDE Unlimited Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 03, 20251h 9min
Number 3: Iceberg | Lou's Story Part 3
This episode references domestic violence and other mature themes. [Lou’s Story Part 3/3] Two women, bound by a shared history of manipulation and abuse. What started as Lou’s solitary search for a single photograph spiraled into an unexpected connection with Eve —another woman ensnared by the same dark past. Together, they began to unearth what had long been buried, but the truth is rarely kind, and it only reveals itself when you’re ready to face what lies beneath. Piece by painful piece, Lou and Eve began reclaiming their stories, finding strength in the solidarity of their shared resilience. But the funny thing about diving into your past is you don’t know how much weight you’re going to have to shed before you can come up for air. All chapters are available ad free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd Share your story with Brittani Production of BDE Unlimited Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors ___ RAINN Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network Helpline https://rainn.org/about-rainn Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988 https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453 https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline www.thehotline.com Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 21, 202528min
Number 4: Photograph | Lou's Story Part 2
This episode references domestic violence and other mature themes. [Lou’s Story Part 2/3] Lou is searching for a photograph of John — but it’s not just a picture she’s after. Beneath the surface of one man’s destruction lies a tangled web of resilience and buried truths waiting to be uncovered. In this chapter layers of manipulation are stripped away, exposing the hauntingly intertwined lives of Eve and Lou —two women forever linked by their shared past with John. As their stories unfold, they confront the ripple effects of trauma, the sinister disguises of control, and the power of reclaiming what was never his to take. From pregnancies to escapes, from shattered illusions to hard-fought reckonings, Lou and Eve retrace their paths, confronting the past as they piece together their present. Each revelation brings them closer to understanding not only John’s shadow over their lives, but the strength they’ve found in breaking free from it. All chapters are available ad free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd Share your story with Brittani. Production of BDE Unlimited Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors ___ RAINN Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network Helpline https://rainn.org/about-rainn Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988 https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453 https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline www.thehotline.com Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 14, 202531min
Number 5: Smoke Alarm | Lou's Story Part 1
This episode references domestic violence and other mature themes. [Lou’s Story Part 1/3] Lou's story isn’t just about survival—it’s a battle cry of reclamation. In this chapter she unravels the deeply personal account of her entanglement with John, her manipulative and abusive ex-boyfriend. The emotional wounds of their relationship left scars that refused to fade, but it was the unexpected moment of seeing him again years later that pulled her back into the shadows of her past. As the trauma resurfaced, Lou found herself grappling with questions she thought she had buried. In retracing the steps of her formative years and confronting the weight of generational trauma, Lou begins to piece together a path toward recovery. But healing isn’t a straight line — it’s a labyrinth of pain, resilience, and startling realizations that could change everything. All chapters are available ad free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd Share your story with Brittani. Production of BDE Unlimited Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors ___ RAINN Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network Helpline https://rainn.org/about-rainn Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988 https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453 https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline www.thehotline.com Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
January 07, 202536min