In this powerful episode, we journey alongside a courageous mother as she navigates one of life’s most painful challenges—a brutal divorce that has not only shattered her dreams but also left her separated from her beloved children. Despite the unimaginable heartbreak, she shares her raw, honest story with an openness that is as inspiring as it is heart-wrenching.
Through her perspective, listeners will feel the deep pain of betrayal and loss, the struggles of facing an abusive, narcissistic partner, and the desperate fight to reclaim her own sense of worth. But this episode is also one of hope. She speaks to the moments of strength she’s found within herself, the ways she has begun to heal, and how she has transformed her pain into a purpose—using her story to uplift and encourage other women who may feel trapped in similar circumstances.
With each word, she offers a message of resilience, reminding us all that even in our darkest times, there is a path forward. For those who feel alone in their suffering, her story will be a light in the darkness. Tune in to witness a mother’s fierce journey through unimaginable loss, and find inspiration in her unwavering spirit to rise again.
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CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.