The Spencer Files

In this episode, E.J. unpacks one of the most unsettling moments in the entire case — a secret meeting at Chet’s house that turned into a shocking attempt to pressure him into signing over his share of the Bass Lake property. What began as a supposed “settlement discussion” quickly revealed itself to be something else entirely: manipulation, emotional coercion, and an unthinkable confrontation bet...

In Episode 2, A Mother’s Love , E.J. exposes the disturbing lengths Melissa went to in her campaign against Alexis — from false accusations of child abuse to manipulative legal tactics that nearly tore a family apart. As the truth unfolds through court documents, depositions, and firsthand accounts, the line between love and control becomes terrifyingly clear. When “a mother’s love” turns into a w...

At the end of Season One, everything went dark as I was rushed into the operating room. In this episode, I pick up where we left off — waking up in the ICU, learning how close I came to not making it, and trying to recover while the storm around Chet’s trust only grew stronger. From a medical crisis to reviewing Melissa and Darren’s lawsuit, this episode uncovers the contradictions, hidden documen...

In the season one finale of The Spencer Files , the story reaches its darkest and most explosive turn yet. Lois’ chilling final words confirm the fears that had haunted her and Chet all along — words that leave no doubt about Melissa’s intentions. As the family reels from her death, the conflict intensifies: confrontations over stolen money, bitter disputes about the trust, and even a fight over t...

Episode 9 pulls us deeper than ever into the heart of the family conflict. Chet’s fall, Darren’s hovering presence, and Lois’s whispered pleas set the stage for shocking discoveries about their trust and finances. When the Sheriff gets involved, $130,000 is traced back to Melissa. The truth about the trust is even worse—property, houses, and money all funneled toward Darren and Melissa. From frant...

In this episode, the story takes a sharper turn. Family ties, financial control, and manipulation collide in ways that are hard to ignore. Lois begins to see through the lies — realizing that the words whispered to her weren’t always the truth. From Alexa devices “dropping in” on private conversations, to fake Zillow listings, to shocking financial withdrawals, the cracks in the foundation of trus...

October and November 2018 felt like one endless nightmare. In the span of weeks, I lost my grandmother, faced serious health scares, watched my mom suffer a stroke, and saw my hometown rocked by a mass shooting. Less than twelve hours later, the Woolsey Fire erupted, forcing evacuations, turning the skies orange, and filling the air with smoke. Amid the chaos, family tensions flared — manipulation...

After everything that’s happened, the dust isn’t settling—it’s getting thicker. In this episode of The Spencer Files , we confront the emotional wreckage left behind. My uncle Scott makes a devastating public plea for help. Accusations fly, phone calls turn aggressive, and the people I thought I could trust most begin to unravel. Behind the scenes, manipulation, secrets, and whispered lies begin t...

Just when things were finally settling down after months of renovation chaos, a series of strange events pulled us right back into turmoil. In this episode, I walk you through the aftermath of the infamous “Great Flood,” a birthday party featuring a rock legend, a bizarre fake Zillow listing of our newly remodeled home, and—most importantly—the sudden reappearance of Attorney Jeffrey. What started...

In this pivotal episode of The Spencer Files , E.J. LeClair recounts the Thanksgiving that changed everything. What was supposed to be a warm family gathering quickly turned into a tense interrogation, as financial questions and hidden motives began to surface. From the pressure surrounding Chet’s home loan to the sale of the family townhouse, this episode traces a turning point in the family dyna...

What started as a small bathroom update became a full-blown renovation—caught on Instagram. In this episode of The Spencer Files , EJ walks through the remodel that changed everything, the unexpected twists, and the financial strain that followed. The house was coming together, but so was the tension beneath the surface. This podcast reflects personal memories, interpretations, and opinions. All i...

In this episode of The Spencer Files , host E.J. LeClair continues unraveling the complex story behind his grandfather’s generosity—and the deepening rift it caused within their family. We revisit the fallout from Lois Spencer’s accident, a secret million-dollar settlement, and how a generous offer from Chet to help E.J. buy a home became the spark that ignited a years-long family feud. As escrow...

A millionaire CEO of a financial institution and his wife spend years using the money of her elderly parents for their luxurious lifestyle they couldn’t afford anymore… and attempt MURDER?? This podcast contains personal opinions and experiences intended for informational and storytelling purposes only. Some names and events may have been changed or dramatized. Statements made should not be taken...