S6E9 Holier Than Thou, Pt. 1 of 3

Ex-Wives Undercover: Liars, Cheaters & Love Cons

Double A Productions

Society & Culture, True Crime, Relationships

3.9 • 763 Ratings

🗓️ 22 April 2025

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Summary

In this heartfelt episode of Ex-Wives Undercover, Abby opens up about her whirlwind romance with Bobby—from their spontaneous elopement in Reno to the deeply personal challenges that unfolded behind closed doors. Abby’s story is more than just a love tale—it's a powerful exploration of womanhood, identity, and growth. Together, we unpack the often-silenced experiences of postpartum depression, mental health stigma in religious communities, and the slow, painful unraveling of manipulation and financial control in abusive dynamics. Abby’s journey reminds us of the strength it takes to reclaim our voices and the healing that comes from sharing our truth. 🎧 What You'll Hear in This Episode: The fast-paced romance that led to a spontaneous elopement How love bombing and religious expectations shaped Anna's early marriage The subtle beginnings of manipulation and financial control in abusive relationships Why leaving a toxic relationship is more complex than it seems 💡 Key Takeaways: Love can be intoxicating—but fast starts often come with red flags. Faith and tradition can influence personal decisions in ways that blur boundaries. Abuse often hides behind control, manipulation, and the pressure to maintain appearances. It’s okay to seek help—whether through therapy, medication, or trusted support systems. ✨ A Quote to Remember: "You can love someone and still lose yourself in the process—healing begins when you start choosing you." — Abby Resources & Links: 👉 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook 👉 Join our private Facebook group for more exclusive discussions 👉 Watch this episode on YouTube 👉 Support us on Patreon for bonus content Thank You for Listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Exclusively on Disney Plus.
0:02.1	I'm Rebecca. I'm Josephine's mom.
0:03.8	I'm Elisa.
0:04.6	Can I go over to Josie's house to play?
0:06.4	She met a new friend and poof.
0:07.9	She's gone.
0:09.0	An ordinary play date.
0:10.5	The missing child is Lucia Blix, nine years old.
0:13.3	Is about to become every parent's nightmare.
0:16.3	The people who took Lucia plund it meticulously.
0:19.9	She's hiding something.
0:21.1	I know it.
0:21.8	The Stolen Girl, a new original series.
0:24.4	Streaming April 16 exclusively on Disney Plus.
0:27.5	18 plus subscription required.
0:29.0	T's and Cs apply.
0:29.9	I met Bobby through a mutual friend.
0:33.1	I had gotten out of a relationship and was just kind of going through all that, wasn't going to date.
0:38.8	And a mutual friend who was one of his fraternity brothers in college was like, hey, I know this
0:46.3	great guy. He's handsome. He's successful. He's athletic. You know, he's a Christian, all these accolades.
0:55.1	You know, on paper, I was like, oh, this sounds great.
0:58.1	When we got to Napa Valley, we were at this beautiful vineyard in an art gallery
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