lovelustlaw

lovelustlaw

lovelustlaw is a gripping true-crime-meets-courtroom podcast that pulls back the curtain on divorce, custody battles, and domestic violence—hosted by veteran judge and attorney Michele Locke, who exposes the shocking truths behind headline-making (and hidden) cases where love, lust, and law collide.

Episodes

Planes, Proposals, & Photo Shoots: Transformation, Triumph, and Discovering Your Glow

November 11, 2025 • 42 mins
After nearly two years of virtual friendship, Michele and Jake finally meet face-to-face—first at a chic David Yurman charity event in Austin, then in Los Angeles for a glamorous Old Hollywood–style photoshoot. However, disappointment ensues when Jake accidentally foils Michele’s carefully planned airport surprise. Together, they clear up public misconceptions about their relationship and dive into candid reflections on friend...
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8: Your English Teacher and Your Gym Teacher: When Taylor Met Travis

October 24, 2025 • 49 mins
Host Michele Locke, an experienced divorce attorney and former family court judge, dives into one of the most-watched love stories on the planet: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Taylor is a global music icon, breaking records and redefining pop culture with every tour. Travis is an NFL superstar, a three-time Super Bowl champion, and one of football’s most magnetic personalities. Together, they’ve captured the world’s attention...
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    Birds, Beer, & Bullshit: Pain, Progress, and the Price of Peace

    October 8, 2025 • 37 mins
    Welcome to lovelustraw—an unfiltered, unapologetic space where host Michele Locke opens up about her challenging marriage and the difficult yet necessary choice to leave for the sake of her well-being. Michele reveals how her upbringing and family dynamics, including her father’s battles with OCD and alcoholism, have shaped her journey. She also explores the complexities of a relationship with a significant age difference, mid...
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    7: Marriage, Money & Mayhem: Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers

    September 22, 2025 • 42 mins
    Host Michele Locke—a seasoned divorce attorney and former family court judge—delves into the highly publicized and tumultuous relationship between actress Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers. Michele examines the rapid progression of their relationship, Aaron’s controversial treatment center, and the volatile nature of their marriage, which was marked by serious allegations of physical abuse, financial manipulation, and substanc...
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    6: Shakedowns, Breakdowns, and the Cost of Chaos: Charlie Sheen & Brooke Mueller

    August 29, 2025 • 62 mins
    Host Michele Locke—a seasoned divorce attorney and former family court judge—dives deep into the turbulent legal saga surrounding Charlie Sheen’s third marriage to Brooke Mueller. This episode unpacks allegations of abuse, substance use, and a string of violent incidents that made headlines. Locke explores the intense custody battles between Sheen and his ex-wives, Denise Richards and Brooke Mueller, shedding light on the lega...
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    5: Bad Boys, Wild Things, and Marriage Meltdown: Charlie Sheen & Denise Richards

    August 15, 2025 • 61 mins
    Host Michele Locke—an experienced divorce attorney and former family court judge—delves into the highly publicized and turbulent divorce between Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards. Michele breaks down the intense legal battle, marked by substance abuse, domestic threats, erratic behavior, custody disputes, and relentless media attention. We take a closer look at Denise’s determined efforts to protect her children, including see...
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    4: Cameras, Controversy, and Courtrooms: The Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni Battle Continues (Pt. 2)

    August 1, 2025 • 65 mins
    Host Michele Locke — an experienced divorce attorney and former family court judge — returns to unpack the intensifying legal feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, ignited by tensions on the set of It Ends with Us. Michele breaks down Blake’s harassment claims, Justin’s defamation lawsuits against Blake, Ryan Reynolds, and The New York Times, and examines recent court rulings, legal strategies, and the mounting public ...
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    3: Lights, Camera, Lawsuit: The Clash Between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni (Pt. 1)

    August 1, 2025 • 62 mins
    Host Michele Locke — a seasoned divorce attorney and former family court judge — dives into the explosive drama behind the film adaptation of It Ends with Us, Colleen Hoover’s hit novel. What started as a highly anticipated film quickly turned into a public legal battle with allegations of sexual harassment, retaliation, and on-set misconduct, sparking a fierce feud between stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Tensions boile...
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    “Ozempic and a Dye-Job”: Criticism, Controversy, and the Coldplay Kiss Cam Catastrophe

    July 26, 2025 • 30 mins
    Welcome to lovelustraw, an unfiltered and unapologetic conversation where host Michele Locke confronts online criticism head-on—from comments about her appearance to speculation around Ozempic use and her cosmetic choices. Michele sets the record straight about her bold transition from lawyer and mom to podcaster, revealing the highs, lows, and lessons learned along the way. Alongside co-host Jake Deptula, the duo takes on int...
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    2: Brangelina Unraveled: The High-Stakes Divorce of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie

    July 15, 2025 • 73 mins
    Host Michele Locke—a seasoned divorce attorney and former court judge—explores the contentious divorce and custody battle between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Michele dives deep into their highly publicized and bitter split, tracing their whirlwind romance sparked by rumors of an affair during the filming of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and examining the serious allegations of abuse, fierce legal battles over child custody and suppo...
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    1: Friends, Fame, and Fractured Fairytales: Brad Pitt & Jennifer Aniston

    July 1, 2025 • 67 mins
    Host Michele Locke—a seasoned divorce attorney and former court judge—explores the legal and emotional complexities behind Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston’s high-profile divorce. From their fairytale romance to the intense media scrutiny surrounding their breakup, Michele takes listeners inside the tumultuous journey of their marriage and its painful end. She analyzes the legal strategies involved while shedding light on the pe...
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    Family Law 101: Navigating Divorce, Custody Battles, and Domestic Violence

    June 24, 2025 • 54 mins
    Former judge and veteran divorce attorney Michele Locke pulls back the curtain on the world of family law. From messy divorces to high-stakes custody battles and domestic violence cases, Michele brings her courtroom experience to the mic—sharing personal stories, legal insights, and real-world advice. Whether you’re facing family court or just curious about how it all works, this episode delivers a powerful, no-nonsense introd...
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    lovelustlaw: An Introduction

    June 10, 2025 • 1 min
    Divorce. Custody battles. Domestic violence. These cases play out daily in family courts—but the courtroom is just the beginning. lovelustlaw takes you beyond the headlines, beyond the clickbait, and into the heart of the legal and emotional chaos behind modern relationships. Hosted by Michele Locke—a veteran divorce attorney and former Associate Judge with over 5,000 domestic violence cases under her belt—this podcast exposes...
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