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175: [Tracy Hall] If It Is to Be, It Is up to Me // Part 2
May 8, 2026
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173: [Ali Davis] The Cycle Repeated
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172: [Nichole Schmidt - Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito] Her Voice is So Big
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| 5/8/26 | 175: [Tracy Hall] If It Is to Be, It Is up to Me // Part 2 | Content Warning: love fraud, intimate fraud, financial fraud, gun violence, and robbery.Tracy Hall is a mother, author, speaker, business marketing expert, and victim of financial and intimate fraud from Australia. After a series of traumatic events and life changes, Tracy found herself unexpectedly single in her early 40’s. Although she had a full life, she sought an activity partner to grow with. That’s when she met Max Tavita, a Bondi Beach businessman with an active lifestyle and a deepening love for Tracy. Over the next year and a half, he would carefully cultivate a relationship that promised to fulfill all of Tracy’s romantic, personal, and even financial dreams. However, it would all come toppling down upon his December 2017 arrest, which brought the realization that Max - whose real name was Hamish - wasn’t who he said he was. Since navigating a long criminal justice process, sharing her story via podcast, book, and beyond, Tracy has made it her mission to bring awareness to the intricacies and stigmas of intimate fraud. The Broken Cycle Media team is immensely grateful for Tracy’s openness, expertise, and advocacy.Tracy's Website: https://tracyhall.com.au/Tracy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyleehall/Tracy's Media Language Guide: https://tracyhall.com.au/resourcesThe Last Victim in paperback: https://amzn.to/4ngzQbnThe Last Victim in Audiobook: https://amzn.to/4tZhezxWho the Hell is Hamish?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/who-the-hell-is-hamish/id1451470931Sources:- “Conman Hamish McLaren Jailed for up to 16 Years after Swindling $7.6m from Victims.” The Guardian, Guardian News and Media, 20 June 2019, www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2019/jun/20/conman-hamish-mclaren-jailed-for-up-to-16-years-after-swindling-76m-from-victims- “Early Appropriate Guilty Pleas.” The Law Society of New South Wales, www.lawsociety.com.au/resources/resources/my-practice-area/criminal-law/early-appropriate-guilty-pleas. For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources Thank you again to Quince and Rula for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget to head to quince.com/wcn for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. And for quality therapy that's covered by insurance, don't forget to visit rula.com/wcn to get started. You deserve mental healthcare that works with you, not against your budget. | 35m 43s | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | 174: [Tracy Hall] I Was His Last Victim // Part 1 | Content Warning: miscarriage, love fraud, intimate fraud, financial fraud, and robbery. Tracy Hall is a mother, author, speaker, business marketing expert, and victim of financial and intimate fraud from Australia. After a series of traumatic events and life changes, Tracy found herself unexpectedly single in her early 40’s. Although she had a full life, she sought an activity partner to grow with. That’s when she met Max Tavita, a Bondi Beach businessman with an active lifestyle and a deepening love for Tracy. Over the next year and a half, he would carefully cultivate a relationship that promised to fulfill all of Tracy’s romantic, personal, and even financial dreams. However, it would all come toppling down upon his December 2017 arrest, which brought the realization that Max - whose real name was Hamish - wasn’t who he said he was. Since navigating a long criminal justice process, sharing her story via podcast, book, and beyond, Tracy has made it her mission to bring awareness to the intricacies and stigmas of intimate fraud. The Broken Cycle Media team is immensely grateful for Tracy’s openness, expertise, and advocacy in the following two episodes.Tracy's Website: https://tracyhall.com.au/Tracy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyleehall/ Sources:- “Conman Hamish McLaren Jailed for up to 16 Years after Swindling $7.6m from Victims.” The Guardian, Guardian News and Media, 20 June 2019, www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2019/jun/20/conman-hamish-mclaren-jailed-for-up-to-16-years-after-swindling-76m-from-victimsFor a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources Thank you again to Mint Mobile for sponsoring this episode. Remember, if you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at mintmobile.com/wcn | 30m 43s | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | 173: [Ali Davis] The Cycle Repeated | Content Warning: suicidal ideation, suicide, neglect, abuse, torture, child abuse, childhood torture, domestic childhood torture, institutionalized abuse, and institutionalized torture. Ali Davis is a healthcare professional, non-profit founder, and a survivor of alleged childhood torture. She was born in Alaska, and as early as she can remember, the alleged torture that she would face at the hands of her mother had begun. It would take her years to come to recognize the weight of all that she navigated, and to be able to name it appropriately. Amidst her healing journey she launched a non-profit foundation called Pretti Graffiti which was established to provide funding for humanitarian aid for survivors of non-war-related childhood torture in the United States. Ali is paving the way for survivors and researchers alike, bringing awareness and prevention as a result of her efforts. The Broken Cycle Media team is so deeply grateful for her sharing her time, energy, expertise, and deeply empathetic views with our audience. The Pretti Graffiti Foundation: https://www.prettigraffiti.org/Pretti Graffiti on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_ali_davis_Sources: [PDF] Child Torture as a Form of Child Abuse | Semantic Scholar, www.semanticscholar.org/paper/Child-Torture-as-a-Form-of-Child-Abuse-Knox-Starling/2d88139a3af0775d9a20333b03bb8f356cbc6615 For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesThank you again to Mint Mobile for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget, if you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at mintmobile.com/wcn | 45m 57s | ||||||
| 4/17/26 | 172: [Nichole Schmidt - Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito] Her Voice is So Big | Content Warning: intimate partner violence, domestic violence, strangulation, and murder. Nichole Schmidt is a mother, speaker, non-profit founder, victim advocate, and co-victim of murder. Her trajectory changed drastically in August of 2021 with the very public disappearance and murder of her daughter, Gabby Petito. In the wake of her loss, Nichole has transformed her grief into legislative and social change via the Gabby Petito Foundation, a Netflix documentary, a forthcoming book and podcast, and much more. The Broken Cycle Media team is beyond grateful for Nichole’s time, energy, resilience, and advocacy in the wake of her unimaginable loss. This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Gabby Petito. Sources: - “Brian Laundrie’s Cause of Death, New Details Revealed in Autopsy.” ABC7 Los Angeles, 15 Feb. 2022, abc7.com/post/brian-laundrie-autopsy-gabby-petito-report/11564906/Resources: - Conference on Crimes Against Women: https://conferencecaw.org/- The Gabby Petito Foundation: https://gabbypetitofoundation.org/- The Gabby Petitio Foundation on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabbypetitofoundation/- Nikki Schmidt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niki_schmidt_/- Netflix's American Murder: Gabby Petito - https://www.netflix.com/title/81733793If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please consider seeking safety resources via https://www.thehotline.org/. For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources Thank you again to Lola Blankets for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget to get 40% off your entire order at Lolablankets.com by using code [WCN] at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. | 43m 56s | ||||||
| 4/10/26 | 171: [Jana Guyewski-Lautigar] Protect Their Story & Truth // Part 2 | Content Warning: systemic betrayal, institutional betrayal, gun violence, suicide, and murder.As shared in part one of her story, Jana Guyewski-Lautigar is a mother, educator, social worker, and author from Bastrop, Louisiana. She joins us today to honor her sister, Crystal McCrorry Jones, whose life tragically ended on February 9th, 2023. Her death was deemed an unattended death - when a person passes away without witnesses or medical personnel present - and thus, requires certain processes and procedures be completed to properly be investigated. Jana has been on a mission since Crystal’s death to compel the local authorities in the small town of Oak Grove to conduct standard, additional investigatory tasks that she believes should have been completed. Jana also now speaks out as an advocate for other family members seeking justice - and sometimes even just a simple investigation - via the media, her books, and in her classroom. She works to bring to light the injustices that The Broken Cycle Media team is deeply honored she is here today to share Crystal with our audience, as well as to share her expertise, advocacy, and warmth. This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Crystal McCrory Jones.Justice for Crystal McCrory Jones FB Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/3074535702847225/Justice for Crystal McCrory Jones Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/justiceforcrystalmccroryjones/Petition to Re-Open Crystal's Investigation:https://www.change.org/p/reopen-investigation-into-death-of-crystal-mccrory-jonesProposal for Crystal McCrory Law:https://www.change.org/p/proposal-for-the-crystal-mccrory-law-ensuring-proper-procedures-for-mailing-human-remainsFor a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesThank you again to Mint Mobile and Quince for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget: if you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at MintMobile.com/wcn. And refresh your spring wardrobe with Quince. Go to Quince.com/WCN for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. | 33m 27s | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | 170: [Jana Guyewski-Lautigar] I Didn't Have Any Answers // Part 1 | Content Warning: systemic betrayal, institutional betrayal, gun violence, suicide, and murder.Jana Guyewski-Lautigar is a mother, educator, social worker, and author from Bastrop, Louisiana. She joins us today to honor her sister, Crystal McCrorry Jones, whose life tragically ended on February 9th, 2023. Her death was deemed an unattended death - when a person passes away without witnesses or medical personnel present - and thus, requires certain processes and procedures be completed to properly be investigated. Jana has been on a mission since Crystal’s death to compel the local authorities in the small town of Oak Grove to conduct standard, additional investigatory tasks that she believes should have been completed. Jana also now speaks out as an advocate for other family members seeking justice - and sometimes even just a simple investigation - via the media, her books, and in her classroom. She works to bring to light the injustices that The Broken Cycle Media team is deeply honored she is here today to share Crystal with our audience, as well as to share her expertise, advocacy, and warmth. This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Crystal McCrory Jones.Justice for Crystal McCrory Jones FB Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/3074535702847225/Justice for Crystal McCrory Jones Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/justiceforcrystalmccroryjones/For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesThank you again to Rula and Quince for sponsoring this episode. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/wcn #rulapod - And don't forget to refresh your spring wardrobe with Quince. Go to quince.com/WCN for free shipping and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. | 31m 09s | ||||||
| 3/27/26 | 169: [Jen Higgins] A Nightmarish Loop | Content warning: self-harm, suicidal ideation, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and suicide. Jen Higgins is a resident of Arkansas, mother, and founder of Anyway Socks, a company on a mission to help end domestic violence. Jen was inspired to create the company after the loss of her best friend, Brooke. In years prior, Brooke had been surviving and attempting to escape a violent relationship, and Jen was doing her best to be Brooke’s support person. However, it was after the tragic loss of Brooke, that Jen was left with a gaping hole in her heart, and a mission on her mind. She now offers support to domestic violence resources by way of her company, and she continues to share Brooke’s memory with the world in order to make change. She also works hard to bring awareness to the deep impact that being a co-victim of abuse can have on a loved one’s trajectory. The Broken Cycle Media team is incredibly grateful for Jen’s strength, perspective, and mission. This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Brooke.If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please consider seeking safety resources via https://www.thehotline.org/. For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources Anyway Socks: https://anywaysocks.com/Anyway Socks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anywaysocks/Northwest Arkansas Women's Shelter: chttps://peaceathomeshelter.org/Peace at Home Family Shelter: https://peaceathomeshelter.org/Don't forget that for a limited time only, our listeners are getting an insane deal on First Day vitamins! Use code [WCN] to get up to 57% Off at FirstDay.com. That’s up to 57% Off and a Free Gift with code [WCN] at FirstDay.com. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them; please support our show and tell them What Came Next sent you. | 42m 48s | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | 168: [Robin Lee] He Took Every Part of Her // Part 2 | Content Warning: unhousedness, substance abuse, substance abuse disorder, domestic violence, child-to-parent violence, elder abuse, parricide, and murder.As shared in part one of her story, Robin Lee is a court reporter, mother, survivor, and co-victim of murder from Southern California. Although Robin’s career in the criminal justice system has given her a unique perspective, it was the loss of her beloved mother, Jerri Lynn Boswell, that truly opened her eyes to the realities of the criminal justice processes. Jerri Lynn’s 2021 murder came after years of documented abuse at the hands of her son, Robin’s brother. And after what felt like a never-ending battle to seek justice that also took years, Robin is left picking up the pieces of her origin family. The Broken Cycle Media team is incredibly grateful for Robin’s friendship, honesty, openness, and willingness to share Jerri Lynn with our audience. This episode is dedicated to Jerri Lynn Boswell.If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please consider seeking safety resources via https://www.thehotline.org/. For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesFamilicide featuring Robin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/familicide-true-crime-survivor-stories-of-family-murder/id1790959014?i=1000705355323Thank you again to Mint Mobile for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget to shop plans at mintmobile.com/wcn | 28m 58s | ||||||
| 3/13/26 | 167: [Robin Lee] He Cast a Spell on Her // Part 1 | Content Warning: intrafamilial sexual abuse, substance abuse, substance abuse disorder, domestic violence, child-to-parent violence, elder abuse, parricide, and murder. Robin Lee is a court reporter, mother, survivor, and co-victim of murder from Southern California. Although Robin’s career in the criminal justice system has given her a unique perspective, it was the loss of her beloved mother, Jerri Lynn Boswell, that truly opened her eyes to the realities of the criminal justice processes. Jerri Lynn’s 2021 murder came after years of documented abuse at the hands of her son, Robin’s brother. And after what felt like a never-ending battle to seek justice that also took years, Robin is left picking up the pieces of her origin family. The Broken Cycle Media team is incredibly grateful for Robin’s friendship, honesty, openness, and willingness to share Jerri Lynn with our audience. This episode is dedicated to Jerri Lynn Boswell.If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please consider seeking safety resources via https://www.thehotline.org/. For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesThank you again to Lola Blankets for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget for a limited time, our listeners can get 40% OFF select Lola Blankets products with code [WCN] at checkout. Just head to LolaBlankets.com and use code [WCN] to get 40% OFF your order. After you purchase, they’ll ask where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and let them know What Came Next sent you! | 28m 51s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | 166: Ep. 99 [Lisa Phillips] Get To The Truth - 11/29/2024 | Content warning: sexual abuse, sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, statutory rape, human trafficking, sex trafficking, and suicide.This episode originally aired on November 29th, 2024.Lisa Phillips is a model, actress, survivor, and victim advocate who has spent much of her life all over the world. While cultivating a career in the modeling and acting industries, Lisa even found herself overseas and as a guest on Jeffrey Epstein’s private island. That specific trip would become quite traumatic for Lisa, and although she would never return to the property again, she would soon be trafficked into a vast and widespread ring that enabled mass sexual assault. However, it wouldn’t be until after navigating the legal system and sharing her story with other survivors of the same serial abuser, that Lisa truly was confronted by the depth of her trauma. The Broken Cycle Media team is so grateful Lisa was willing to share all that came next for her in her healing process, and in creating her beautiful podcast community entitled From Now On.Lisa's Links:From Now On Podcast: https://www.lisaphillips.la/podcastLisa Phillips' Website: https://www.lisaphillips.la/From Now On Podcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/fromnowonpodLisa's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/iamlisaphillipsFor more resources and a list of related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesSources:ABC 7 Chicago. (2024, July 2). Jeffrey Epstein grand jury documents released by judge in Florida [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8x8ESdS_mkU.CBS New York. (2019, July 6). Jeffrey Epstein Arrested For Sex Trafficking [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tJ9-tFKJaA&list=PPSVCohen, L. (2023, November 9). JPMorgan’s $290 million settlement with Epstein accusers approved by US judge. Reuters. https://www.reuters.com/legal/us-judge-weigh-jpmorgans-290-million-settlement-with-epstein-accusers-2023-11-09/Ghislaine Maxwell Charged In Manhattan Federal Court For Conspiring With Jeffrey Epstein To Sexually Abuse Minors. (2020, July 2). United States Attorney’s Office. https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/ghislaine-maxwell-charged-manhattan-federal-court-conspiring-jeffrey-epstein-sexuallyGhislaine Maxwell Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison For Conspiring With Jeffrey Epstein To Sexually Abuse Minors. (2022, June 28). United States Attorney’s Office. https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/ghislaine-maxwell-sentenced-20-years-prison-conspiring-jeffrey-epstein-sexually-abuseNBC News. (2024, January 4). Newly unsealed documents reveal Jeffrey Epstein’s relationships with powerful people [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_x7tg5YO5s&t=4sJeffrey Epstein Charged In Manhattan Federal Court With Sex Trafficking Of Minors. (2019, July 8). Press Release. https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/jeffrey-epstein-charged-manhattan-federal-court-sex-trafficking-minorsJudge releases 2006 PBC grand jury documents in Jeffrey Epstein criminal case. (2024, July 1). [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfPV4c2Tnic&t=32sOver $150 Million Paid to Jeffrey Epstein Victims by His Estate Claim Executors in Latest Financial Filing. (2023, November 14). Inside Edition. https://www.insideedition.com/jeffrey-epstein-victims-payments-estate-valueWill We Ever Know How Many Girls Jeffrey Epstein Abused? (2019, July 19). The Cut. https://www.thecut.com/2019/07/how-many-jeffrey-epstein-victims-are-there.htmlWFLA News Channel 8. (2024, July 2). New documents reveal sordid life of Billionaire Jeffrey Epstein [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HloA3-rZnFw&list=PPSV&t=72sWPBF 25 News. (2024, July 1). Judge releases grand jury records in 2008 Jeffrey Epstein criminal case [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3erEsEhjLk&t=12sWPTV News. (2024, July 1). Breakdown of newly released Epstein grand jury testimony [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCz87fmI5ks&list=PPSVThank you again to Quince for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget to go to Quince.com/WCN for free shipping and 365-day returns. That's a full year to wear it and love it. And you will. Now available in Canada, too. | 43m 03s | ||||||
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| 2/27/26 | 165: [Marina Lacerda] Power & Connections // Part 2 | Content Warning: grooming, domestic violence, physical violence, sexual violence, sexual abuse, childhood sexual abuse, and sex trafficking.In these two episodes we feature Marina Lacerda, a survivor and mother from Brazil. In her youth, she immigrated to New York with her mother in hopes of forging a new life. Almost immediately, Marina would begin to face sexual and physical violence that normalized a long cycle of abuse. By the time she was 14, Marina would be introduced to Jeffrey Epstein, a man that seemed to symbolize success and wealth, but only added to her trauma. Eventually, Marina would play a part in both of the FBI’s attempts at justice in 2008 and 2019, when during the latter, she would be dubbed, “Minor Victim 1.” Marina’s journey is a testament to the impact of the cycle of abuse, but it also is a testament to her personal resilience and strength. The Broken Cycle Media team is incredibly honored she was willing to share her story with our audience, and continues to be transparent about her healing journey in the name of advocacy.Marina's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marinalacerdaforsurvivors/Sources:Chappell, Bill. “Jeffrey Epstein Files: Tracing the Legal Cases That Led to Sex-Trafficking Charges.” NPR, NPR, 25 July 2025, www.npr.org/2025/07/25/nx-s1-5478620/jeffrey-epstein-crimes-timeline-legal-caseDiaz, Jaclyn. “Jeffrey Epstein’s Former Prosecutors Used ‘poor Judgment’ in Deal, Doj Says.” NPR, NPR, 12 Nov. 2020, www.npr.org/2020/11/12/934265386/jeffrey-epsteins-former-prosecutors-used-poor-judgment-in-deal-doj-saysSardarizadeh, Shayan. “Details of Jeffrey Epstein Post-Mortem Released in Latest Files.” BBC News, BBC, 4 Feb. 2026, www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2y33q8l1qoSisak, Michael R., and David B. Caruso. “At Least 16 Files Disappear from DOJ Site for Epstein Documents, Including Trump Photo.” PBS, Public Broadcasting Service, 20 Dec. 2025, www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/at-least-16-files-disappear-from-doj-site-for-epstein-documents-including-trump-photoFor a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 26m 35s | ||||||
| 2/20/26 | 164: [Marina Lacerda] Trapped in That World // Part 1 | Content Warning: grooming, domestic violence, physical violence, sexual violence, sexual abuse, childhood sexual abuse, and sex trafficking.Marina Lacerda is a survivor and mother from Brazil. In her youth, she immigrated to New York with her mother in hopes of forging a new life. Almost immediately, Marina would begin to face sexual and physical violence that normalized a long cycle of abuse. By the time she was 14, Marina would be introduced to Jeffrey Epstein, a man that seemed to symbolize success and wealth, but only added to her trauma. Eventually, Marina would play a part in both of the FBI’s attempts at justice in 2008 and 2019, when during the latter, she would be dubbed, “Minor Victim 1.” Marina’s journey is a testament to the impact of the cycle of abuse, but it also is a testament to her personal resilience and strength. The Broken Cycle Media team is incredibly honored she was willing to share her story with our audience, and continues to be transparent about her healing journey in the name of advocacy.Marina's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marinalacerdaforsurvivors/For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesThank you again to Mint Mobile for sponsoring this episode. Ready to stop paying more than you have to? New customers can make the switch today and for a limited time, get unlimited premium wireless for just $15 per month. Switch now at MintMobile.com/WCN. | 25m 40s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | 163: [Mae Scott] Killing Me With Paper // Part 3 | Content Warning: child abuse, domestic violence, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, sexual assault, image-based sexual abuse, cyberstalking, and rape.Mae Scott is a multi-crime survivor, mother, and author. Her story of survivorship began at the age of 14, when she met the man she would eventually marry. And although their relationship would end violently and her ex-husband would face a potential life sentence for the harm he forced upon Mae, her legal battle did not end there. After navigating the criminal justice processes, as well as a treacherous family and divorce court journey, Mae now uses her experiences to bring awareness to others. The Broken Cycle Media team is deeply grateful for Mae’s time, advocacy, and incredibly powerful perspectives.Mae's Website:http://www.maescottofficial.com/Mae's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/maescottofficial/An Embarrassment of Pandas by Mae Scott:https://amzn.to/4k4xuuFIf you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please visit thehotline.org for a list of resources. For additional resources and a list of non-profit organizations that can help, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 30m 12s | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | 162: [Mae Scott] His Mask Slipped // Part 2 | Content Warning: child abuse, domestic violence, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, sexual assault, image-based sexual abuse, cyberstalking, and rape.Mae Scott is a multi-crime survivor, mother, and author. Her story of survivorship began at the age of 14, when she met the man she would eventually marry. And although their relationship would end violently and her ex-husband would face a potential life sentence for the harm he forced upon Mae, her legal battle did not end there. After navigating the criminal justice processes, as well as a treacherous family and divorce court journey, Mae now uses her experiences to bring awareness to others. The Broken Cycle Media team is deeply grateful for Mae’s time, advocacy, and incredibly powerful perspectives.Mae's Website:http://www.maescottofficial.com/Mae's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/maescottofficial/An Embarrassment of Pandas by Mae Scott:https://amzn.to/4k4xuuFIf you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please visit thehotline.org for a list of resources. For additional resources and a list of non-profit organizations that can help, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 36m 50s | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | 161: [Mae Scott] Building Our Future With Words // Part 1 | Content Warning: domestic violence, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, sexual assault, image-based sexual abuse, cyberstalking, and rape.Mae Scott is a multi-crime survivor, mother, and author. Her story of survivorship began at the age of 14, when she met the man she would eventually marry. And although their relationship would end violently and her ex-husband would face a potential life sentence for the harm he forced upon Mae, her legal battle did not end there. After navigating the criminal justice processes, as well as a treacherous family and divorce court journey, Mae now uses her experiences to bring awareness to others. The Broken Cycle Media team is deeply grateful for Mae’s time, advocacy, and incredibly powerful perspectives. Mae's Website: http://www.maescottofficial.com/Mae's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/maescottofficial/An Embarrassment of Pandas by Mae Scott:https://amzn.to/4k4xuuFIf you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please visit thehotline.org for a list of resources. For additional resources and a list of non-profit organizations that can help, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 38m 05s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | 160: [Nicole Meyer] I Chose to Speak Up // Part 3 | Content Warning: domestic violence, physical, emotional, spiritual, and professional abuse, stalking, child abuse, childhood sexual abuse, and rape.Nicole Meyer is a mother, educator, and victim-survivor of several types of abuse from Melbourne, Australia. Her journey towards justice and healing was a long, arduous one that spanned 15 years and two countries. Amidst it, Nicole was eventually joined by her sisters, who she would find out were victims of her alleged abuser. The highly publicized nature of their legal battle inspired them to participate in the documentary, Surviving Malka Leifer, and has propelled Nicole to continue to speak out in Parliament and worldwide. Her mission is to unite and empower survivors, as well as to spread awareness as a means for prevention. The Broken Cycle Media team is so very appreciative of Nicole’s time, advocacy, and powerful perspective in these episodes.Nicole's Social Media Links: Nicole's Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/breakingthesilencenowNicole's TikTok:http://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleymeyerNicole's Victim Impact Statement on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZThA583hG/Revealed: Surviving Malka Leifer by Stan.https://www.stan.com.au/watch/revealed-surviving-malka-leifer-2025“Nicole Meyer - Ambassador.” National Survivors’ Day, www.nationalsurvivorsday.org.au/nicole.Sources & Resources:National Survivors Foundation:https://igff.org.au/LOUDFence:https://loudfence.com/Erlich, Dassi. “In Bad Faith by Dassi Erlich.” National Survivors Foundation, Hachette Australia, 15 May 2024, igff.org.au/in-bad-faith-by-dassi-erlich-a-true-story/.For additional resources and a list of non-profit organizations that can help, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 33m 50s | ||||||
| 1/16/26 | 159: [Nicole Meyer] The Evidence Weighed Upon Us // Part 2 | Content Warning: domestic violence, physical, emotional, spiritual, and professional abuse, stalking, child abuse, childhood sexual abuse, and rape.Nicole Meyer is a mother, educator, and victim-survivor of several types of abuse from Melbourne, Australia. Her journey towards justice and healing was a long, arduous one that spanned 15 years and two countries. Amidst it, Nicole was eventually joined by her sisters, who she would find out were victims of her alleged abuser. The highly publicized nature of their legal battle inspired them to participate in the documentary, Surviving Malka Leifer, and has propelled Nicole to continue to speak out in Parliament and worldwide. Her mission is to unite and empower survivors, as well as to spread awareness as a means for prevention. The Broken Cycle Media team is so very appreciative of Nicole’s time, advocacy, and powerful perspective in these episodes.Nicole's Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/breakingthesilencenow Nicole's TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleymeyer“Nicole Meyer - Ambassador.” National Survivors’ Day, www.nationalsurvivorsday.org.au/nicole.Revealed: Surviving Malka Leifer by Stan.https://www.stan.com.au/watch/revealed-surviving-malka-leifer-2025For additional resources and a list of non-profit organizations that can help, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 31m 51s | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | 158: [Nicole Meyer] The Fear Was So Strong // Part 1 | Content Warning: domestic violence, physical, emotional, spiritual, and professional abuse, stalking, child abuse, childhood sexual abuse, and rape.Nicole Meyer is a mother, educator, and victim-survivor of several types of abuse from Melbourne, Australia. Her journey towards justice and healing was a long, arduous one that spanned 15 years and two countries. Amidst it, Nicole was eventually joined by her sisters, who she would find out were victims of her alleged abuser. The highly publicized nature of their legal battle inspired them to participate in the documentary, Surviving Malka Leifer, and has propelled Nicole to continue to speak out in Parliament and worldwide. Her mission is to unite and empower survivors, as well as to spread awareness as a means for prevention. The Broken Cycle Media team is so very appreciative of Nicole’s time, advocacy, and powerful perspective in these episodes. Nicole's Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/breakingthesilencenowNicole's TikTok:http://www.tiktok.com/@nicoleymeyerRevealed: Surviving Malka Leifer by Stan.https://www.stan.com.au/watch/revealed-surviving-malka-leifer-2025For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 31m 39s | ||||||
| 1/2/26 | 157: [What Came Next] Thank You! | Hi friends, We wanted to take a moment to wish our audience the healthiest, happiest new year possible. We are endlessly grateful for each of you who listens, shares, and shows up with curiosity and care. We don’t take your listening lightly. Thank you for choosing to spend your time with us, for leaving your hearts open to our guests’ perspectives, and for supporting What Came Next in ways both big and small. This podcast exists because of your time, your trust, and your willingness to engage in these conversations. This week, we encourage you to go back and re-listen to any episodes that deeply impacted you, share them with your loved ones, or leave a positive review on your preferred podcasting platform. And don’t forget to follow What Came Next on Instagram. Every action of support helps us continue to make this show and is deeply appreciated. Thank you again! What Came Next on Instagram:http://www.instagram.com/whatcamenext_podcast | 1m 05s | ||||||
| 12/26/25 | 156: [Dr. Kelli Boling + Dr. Danielle Slakoff] Helping Those Harmed | Content Warning: domestic violence, murder, and missing persons. Dr. Kelli Boling and Dr. Danielle Slakoff join us today to discuss their impactful research about the creation and consumption of true crime media. They both bring years of experience and expertise to their work in hopes of inspiring true crime to be a more equitable healing space for victims and co-victims. The Broken Cycle Media team has long admired their work and is honored they would join us to talk about their research discoveries and how we can all work to improve the genre for those at the center of crime.Dr. Kelli Boling: https://kelliboling.com/Dr. Danielle Slakoff: https://daniellecslakoff.weebly.com/Sources: Boling, Kelli S.. ““It’s that ‘There but for the Grace of God Go I’ Piece of It”: Domestic Violence Survivors in True Crime Podcast Audiences.” Mass Communication and Society 26 (2022): 991 - 1013. https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/%E2%80%9CIt%E2%80%99s-that-%E2%80%98There-but-for-the-Grace-of-God-Go-I%E2%80%99-of-Boling/f938790522bc62fa985351bc951e3ce0e3ded9acBoling, Kelli S. “True Crime Podcasting: Journalism, Justice or Entertainment?” Radio Journal:International Studies in Broadcast & Audio Media, Intellect, 1 Oct. 2019, intellectdiscover.com/content/journals/10.1386/rjao_00003_1#citedBoling, K. S., & Hull, K. (2018). Undisclosed Information—Serial Is My Favorite Murder: Examining Motivations in the True Crime Podcast Audience. Journal of Radio & Audio Media, 25(1), 92–108. https://doi.org/10.1080/19376529.2017.1370714Boling, K. S., & Slakoff, D. C. (2025). “What an invasion, an immense invasion”: Examining the adverse effects of true crime media on co-victims. Crime, Media, Culture: An International Journal, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/17416590251371618Slakoff, Danielle C., and Kelli S. Boling. 2025. “‘Media Pressure Is What Makes Law Enforcement Move’: Insights from Co-Victims About the Positive Impacts of True Crime Media Attention.” Mass Communication and Society, August, 1–17. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15205436.2025.2549719Slakoff, D.C., Boling, K.S. & Tadros, E. “I just couldn’t cope with it, you know? I just couldn’t believe that she was gone”: The Portrayal of Co-victims’ Grief in True Crime Podcasts about Missing (but Presumed Killed) Women. J Fam Viol 39, 303–313 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10896-022-00471-wSlakoff, D. C., & Brennan, P. K. (2017). The Differential Representation of Latina and Black Female Victims in Front-Page News Stories: A Qualitative Document Analysis. Feminist Criminology, 14(4), 488-516. https://doi.org/10.1177/1557085117747031 (Original work published 2019)“True Crime Obsession: Sleuths, Streamers, and Serial Killers.” YouTube, Vice News, www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsO_iynpH1EFor a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 49m 31s | ||||||
| 12/19/25 | 155: [Kelly Sutliff - IDtv's 'Toxic'] The Justice I Was Denied // Part 2 | Content Warning: sexual assault, rape, image-based sexual abuse, strangulation, domestic violence, and attempted murder.As shared in part one of her story, Kelly Sutliff is a survivor, founder of the nonprofit Kelly’s K-9’s: Tails of Courage, and a licensed professional counselor from New Jersey. In 2018, after a devastating grief journey, Kelly decided to return to her search for a life partner. It wouldn’t be long before she met a government contractor promising her the future she desired. However, her entire life changed on December 16th, 2019, when the loving relationship she had been cultivating with her new husband ended violently. After surviving an alleged attempted murder, Kelly has made it her mission to bring awareness and advocacy through her non-profit and sharing her story in the media. The Broken Cycle Media team is so very grateful for Kelly’s transparency, expertise, warmth, and listenership and support throughout the years.Kelly's K-9's: Tails of Couragehttps://www.kellysk9s.org/Kelly's K-9's on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kellys_k9s_tailsofcourage/Kelly on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/real_talk_with_kelly/IDtv's 'Toxic':https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/show/toxic-investigation-discovery-atve-usFor a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 41m 20s | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | 154: [Kelly Sutliff - IDtv's 'Toxic'] A Fire in Me // Part 1 | Content Warning: sexual assault, rape, image-based sexual abuse, strangulation, domestic violence, and attempted murder. Kelly Sutliff is a survivor, founder of the nonprofit Kelly’s K-9’s: Tails of Courage, and a licensed professional counselor from New Jersey. In 2018, after a devastating grief journey, Kelly decided to return to her search for a life partner. It wouldn’t be long before she met a government contractor promising her the future she desired. However, her entire life changed on December 16th, 2019, when the loving relationship she had been cultivating with her new husband ended violently. After surviving an alleged attempted murder, Kelly has made it her mission to bring awareness and advocacy through her non-profit and sharing her story in the media. The Broken Cycle Media team is so very grateful for Kelly’s transparency, expertise, warmth, and listenership and support throughout the years. Kelly's K-9's: Tails of Couragehttps://www.kellysk9s.org/Kelly's K-9's on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kellys_k9s_tailsofcourage/Kelly on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/real_talk_with_kelly/For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 36m 46s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | 153: [Janelle Hill] Beauty in the Brokenness // Part 2 | Content Warning: verbal abuse, physical abuse, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, rape, and suicidal ideation.Janelle Hill is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and survivor from Montana. She and I first had the chance to meet each other at an intimate dinner celebrating the survivor-founded non-profit, The Army of Survivors, and their newest evolution: a full rebranding as The Athlete Survivor's Assist. Janelle currently proudly serves on their advisory board, and shared a bit of her story that evening. I was deeply moved by her strength, expertise, and ability to encapsulate her difficult experiences with grace and relatability. The Broken Cycle Media team is grateful Janelle took the time to share her story of survivorship and about her advocacy work with our audience in the following two episodes.Sources:Janelle Hill. “Reclaiming Boundaries: Breaking The Silence of Sexual Abuse In Sports.” YouTube, TEDxOmaha, www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT2phpQoZVQ. Resources: The Athlete Survivor's Assist:https://theathletesurvivorsassist.org/The Athlete Survivor's Assist on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theathletesurvivorsassist/For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 33m 30s | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | 152: [Janelle Hill] Trauma-Informed // Part 1 | Content Warning: verbal abuse, physical abuse, child sexual abuse, sexual assault, rape, and suicidal ideation.Janelle Hill is a psychiatric nurse practitioner and survivor from Montana. She and I first had the chance to meet each other at an intimate dinner celebrating the survivor-founded non-profit, The Army of Survivors, and their newest evolution: a full rebranding as The Athlete Survivor's Assist. Janelle currently proudly serves on their advisory board, and shared a bit of her story that evening. I was deeply moved by her strength, expertise, and ability to encapsulate her difficult experiences with grace and relatability. The Broken Cycle Media team is grateful Janelle took the time to share her story of survivorship and about her advocacy work with our audience in the following two episodes.The Athlete Survivor's Assist:https://theathletesurvivorsassist.org/ The Athlete Survivor's Assist on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theathletesurvivorsassist/For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources | 27m 29s | ||||||
| 11/21/25 | 151: Ep. 17 [Dr. Danielle Moore] No Longer a Number - 6/2/23 | *Content warning: self-harm, child abuse, physical, mental, emotional, and sexual abuse and assault.Dr. Danielle Moore is a doctorate of forensic psychology, victim advocate, and former competitive gymnast. Despite the fact that her tumultuous journey has included extensive abuse and physical and emotional pain, Dr. Dani is a true beacon of hope for survivors. No matter what came next for her, she has managed to channel her energies into advocacy, to make true change in athletic systems all-around.The Athlete Survivors' Assist formerly Army of Survivors:https://theathletesurvivorsassist.org/what-we-do/The Athlete Survivors' Assist formerly Army of Survivors on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theathletesurvivorsassist/Dr. Danielle Moore on Instagramhttp://www.instagram.com/dr.dani2016End Violence Against Women Internationalhttps://evawintl.org/Sources: “Wheels.” Domestic Abuse Intervention Programs, 24 Apr. 2021, www.theduluthmodel.org/wheels/ Tim Evans, Mark Alesia. “Former USA Gymnastics Doctor Accused of Abuse.” The Indianapolis Star, IndyStar, 24 Jan. 2018, www.indystar.com/story/news/2016/09/12/former-usa-gymnastics-doctor-accused-abuse/89995734/ Yancey-Bragg, N’dea. “1 in 4 College Athletes Say They Experienced Sexual Abuse from an Authority Figure, Survey Finds.” USA Today, Gannett Satellite Information Network, 26 Aug. 2021, www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/08/26/college-athlete-report-sexual-assault-common-survey/8253766002/ Free + Confidential resources: somethingwaswrong.com/resourcesThank you again to Lola Blankets and Quince for sponsoring this episode. Don't forget, to experience the world’s #1 blanket & get 40% off your entire order go to Lolablankets.com and use code [WCN] at checkout. And step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good, look polished, and last— from Quince. Go to Quince.com/WCN for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. | 48m 35s | ||||||
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