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What can we learn from Gabby Petito’s story to help recognize dangerous behavior in relationships? Michele Locke sits down with Nichole Schmidt, Gabby Petito’s mother, to discuss the devastating impact of losing her daughter – and how her family is turning unimaginable grief into meaningful action. Nichole opens up about the emotional toll of repeatedly sharing Gabby’s story, the importance of set...

Behind the glamour of the Playboy Mansion, Crystal Harris describes a life shaped by rigid rules, curfews, financial restrictions, and a struggle to reclaim her independence. In this powerful episode of LoveLustLaw, attorney and host Michele Locke sits down with Crystal for an unflinching conversation about coercive control, the lasting effects of trauma, and the complicated journey toward healing...

What does it really take to recognize abuse, reclaim your power, and safely break free? Michele Locke sits down for another conversation with advocate Bill Mitchell, whose devastating loss transformed into a lifelong mission to educate others about dating violence and domestic abuse. Bill shares how his family’s tragedy inspired his work with survivors and his podcast, When Dating Hurts, where sur...

What happens when losing significant weight changes your body—and reclaiming that body becomes part of reclaiming your life? In this candid episode, Michele Locke sits down with her own plastic surgeon, Dr. Dustin Reid of Restora Austin, to talk about plastic surgery, realistic expectations, body transformation, and the stigma surrounding cosmetic procedures. Michele shares her journey from nearly...

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month -- First observed in October 1981 as a national “Day of Unity,” Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is held each October as a way to unite advocates across the nation in their efforts to end domestic violence. Communities and advocacy organizations across the country connect with the public and one another throughout the month to raise awareness...

What does coercive control look like when there are no visible bruises? How can power, religion, sexuality, mental health, isolation, and public perception become part of an abusive dynamic? And what happens when highly publicized cases are tried not only in courtrooms, but online? In this episode of LoveLustLaw, Attorney Michele Locke is joined by the Dirty Laundry Podcast Hosts Amanda Silver and...

In this deeply personal episode of LoveLustRaw, Michele opens up about the moments that changed her life, and the women who helped remind her that starting over is possible. Michele takes us from a hilarious and wildly awkward restaurant encounter into the much more vulnerable story behind her transformation. She reflects on once weighing nearly 300 pounds, undergoing gastric sleeve surgery, using...

What happens when a major fight, a career setback, and a question at a funeral force you to take an honest look at the life you're building? In this episode of LoveLustLaw, Michele Locke sits down with Mitchell Osmond of Dad Nation for a powerful conversation about marriage, personal transformation, emotional connection, and intimacy. Mitchell shares how losing a senior leadership role sent him in...

One juror. One holdout. No verdict. What happens when 11 jurors reportedly believe a defendant is not guilty by reason of insanity, while one juror refuses to agree? In this episode of LoveLustLaw, Attorney Michele Locke takes a closer look at the Lindsay Clancy trial and the legal and human questions left behind by a hung jury. Michele brings a unique perspective shaped by experience as a crimina...

What happens to the body when a relationship becomes a source of fear, control, and relentless stress? Attorney Michele Locke examines the disturbing story of pastor John Paul Miller and his late wife, Micah Miller, as portrayed in the Netflix docuseries. Michele discusses allegations outlined in a federal indictment, including cyberstalking, harassment, tracking and surveillance, financial interf...

What happens when a high-conflict divorce turns your entire world upside down, and ultimately becomes the catalyst for discovering your voice, your purpose, and your power? On this episode of LoveLustLaw, Michele Locke sits down with Lauren Nicole, creator and host of The Ex-Wives Lounge, for a raw and empowering conversation about divorce, trauma, healing, motherhood, relationships, and finding y...

What happens when AI, surveillance technology, and high-conflict relationships collide? In this eye-opening episode, Michele Locke is joined by cybersecurity expert Alan Silberberg and correspondent Jake Deptula for a candid conversation about AI, digital privacy, cybersecurity, and digital stalking, and what you can do to protect yourself. AI can be an extraordinary tool, but it can also make it...

What happens when SW collides with censorship, financial restrictions, and deeply rooted social stigma? In this compelling episode of LoveLustLaw, attorney Michele Locke sits down with media personality, writer, and adult performer Ryan Keely for a candid conversation about the realities of working in today’s adult industry, and the systems that continue to shape who gets heard, paid, and protecte...

How can we recognize the warning signs of dating violence, coercive control, emotional abuse, and dangerous relationship patterns before it’s too late? In this powerful episode of lovelustlaw, Michele Locke sits down with Bill Mitchell, author and host of the When Dating Hurts podcast, to explore the hidden realities of intimate partner violence and the warning signs that are often missed. Bill’s...

Is that feeling in your gut instinct, intuition, or something psychic? On this episode of LoveLustLaw, attorney Michele Locke and correspondent Jake Deptula welcome psychic medium, intuitive consultant, and forensic psychic Nichole Duncan for a fascinating conversation about intuition, mediumship, remote viewing, grief, relationships, and learning to trust your inner voice. Nichole shares her rema...

How do we reclaim our bodies, rebuild trust, and create a life that's defined by more than survival? In this powerful episode, Michele Locke sits down with trauma expert, comprehensive sex educator, survivor advocate, and Tending the Garden founder Jimanekia Eborn for an honest conversation about resilience, healing, and reclaiming your voice. Jimanekia shares her deeply personal journey as a surv...

Is your biggest dating obstacle... you?  Hollywood matchmaker and dating coach, Jaydi Samuels Kuba, returns to join Michele and Jake for a brutally honest conversation about why overthinking can sabotage both love and success. Jaydi calls Jake out for dropping the ball on his dating homework, challenges Michele to get back on the dating apps, and breaks down the truth about masculine and feminine...

How do you rebuild your life when a stalker is determined to destroy it? Michele Locke is joined by Stalking survivor, author, and advocate Anna Nasset who shares the terrifying reality of being stalked for years after opening an art gallery. What began as persistent emails and unwanted contact quickly escalated into threats, cyberstalking, and years of fear that ultimately forced her to close her...

Content/Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of murder, and attempted murder, suicide and suicide attempts, domestic violence and domestic violence allegations, child abuse and child abuse allegations, pet abuse and animal death. Listener discretion is advised. Comedian Christopher Titus joins attorney and former family court judge Michele Locke for a candid conversation about the pa...

Is Home Depot really the new dating app... or are we all getting played by TikTok? This week, the hosts put the viral "Home Depot Husband" trend to the test and share where they actually think you have a better chance of meeting quality singles. But the real headline? Michele is officially jumping back into the dating pool after years on the sidelines—and the group has plenty of opinions. From fin...

Can a Hollywood storyteller turned elite matchmaker unlock the secret to lasting love? And what happens when a real-life bachelor puts her expertise to the test? In this engaging episode of loveluslaw, Michele Locke sits down with Jaydi Samuels Kuba—former Family Guy and Salem writer, author of Your Last First Date: Secrets from a Hollywood Matchmaker , founder of LJ Matchmaking, and co-host of Ma...

What happens when the person everyone sees as the “nice guy” is the one causing the deepest harm behind closed doors? In this powerful opening episode of lovelustlaw, host Michele Locke sits down with author and podcast host Laura Richards ( Married to a Nice Guy ; “That’s Where I’m At” Podcast) to explore her 30-plus year marriage and the abuse patterns she says were hidden beneath a carefully cr...

Is your partner tracking you without your knowledge? In this episode of lovelustlaw, family law attorney and host Michele Locke sits down with cybersecurity and reputation-management expert Alan W. Silberberg of DigiJaks to explore the growing intersection of technology, privacy, and modern relationships. From digital stalking and spyware to online harassment and reputation attacks, Alan explains...

What happens when the systems designed to protect families leave women struggling to survive? On this powerful episode of lovelustlaw , attorney Michele Locke sits down with Emily Rose Chadwick, founder of the Mama Wilder Foundation, a nonprofit providing emergency cash grants to women navigating family court battles, financial hardship, and life after abuse. Emily shares her deeply personal journ...

What if your dating struggles aren’t really about the people you’ve dated—but the story you’ve been telling yourself all along? Michele sits down with relationship coach and self-proclaimed “reformed f-boy” Eli Vazquez whose candid insights and transformative approach to relationships have inspired millions around the world. Known for blending humor, vulnerability, and hard-earned wisdom, Eli chal...