Strictly Stalking

Jennifer Gentile Long is the CEO and co-founder of AEquitas, a nonprofit transforming how sexual violence, trafficking, intimate partner violence, and stalking are prosecuted. She began her career as a Philadelphia Assistant District Attorney, fighting for victims of abuse and demanding justice in the courtroom. Over time, her mission grew beyond one city—leading national efforts to change how prosecutors handle these crimes. Today, through AEquitas, Jennifer works with prosecutors and policymakers around the world, bringing innovation, accountability, and compassion to the pursuit of justice. She's here to share how she and her team are changing systems, empowering survivors, an...

Tori is a hairstylist, a single mom, and a survivor. For two long years, her world was consumed by stalking, harassment, and terrifying violence—ending in a brutal fight for her life that she barely escaped. Her abusive ex, the father of her child, was finally arrested and locked away. But even with felony stalking charges, he's serving just two years. And Tori knows—that's nowhere near enough. Today, she's breaking her silence. Urged by her best friend—who was also one of his victims—Tori is sharing her story to protect other women and expose the darkness he left beh...

Ro is a mother, educator, and survivor whose world was shattered by not one, but two terrifying stalking ordeals. First, a stranger from her son's football club began sending threats — and eventually tried to run her child down with a car. Then came a neighbor, leaving sinister notes, watching her daughters, and trespassing onto her property. When the system failed to protect her, Ro was left to do it herself — fighting to keep her family safe and pushing for real change in Australia's stalking laws.

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Molly is a licensed clinical social worker whose job turned into a nightmare when a client began stalking and terrorizing her. Despite early warning signs and escalating aggression, her pleas for help were dismissed by supervisors and law enforcement. The stalking intensified, leading to a violent workplace attack and a court-issued protection order. Years later, just as she thought it was behind her, Molly's stalker resurfaced - sending a threatening letter from Japan and triggering an FBI investigation. Forced out of the career she loved, Molly has rebuilt her life with heightened security and a new mission: to raise...

Anne is a survivor of relentless stalking and harassment at the hands of her ex-partner. She reached out for help—police, social services, even family court—but every system meant to protect her failed. Dismissed as "not high-risk enough," Anne was left in limbo, while the threats and control continued, even after she left the relationship. Now, she is speaking out—to warn others, to reveal how quickly abuse can escalate to femicide, and to demand urgent change for survivors and their children.

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Rebecca endured 33 terrifying weeks of stalking at the hands of a fellow student in her college acting class. Red flags were everywhere, threats escalated—but instead of protection, she was silenced. Title IX officials dismissed her, and her search for justice left her isolated, bullied, and retraumatized. Even after the stalking ended, the trauma lingered. Living with PTSD, Rebecca was repeatedly denied support simply because her stalker wasn't a former partner. Only through Cognitive Processing Therapy did she begin to reclaim her life. Today, Rebecca is using her voice to raise awareness, demand change, and fight so that no ot...

Ted thought he had built a peaceful life in Oklahoma. A Navy veteran, father, and small business owner, he had spent decades serving others with integrity. But in 2025, everything changed. A local family targeted him with stalking, racial abuse, and intimidation. False accusations spread. Threats followed him in broad daylight. And the police—tied personally to his tormentors—looked the other way. This is the story of how one man's quiet life became a fight for survival.

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For six years, Ally was hunted by a faceless predator—someone who stole her photos, her identity, even images of her friends and family, to lure victims into a web of deceit. No matter how hard she fought, the lies only spread deeper. But when Ally finally dared to send a single message, it set off a chilling exchange that exposed the stalker's true identity—and revealed just how far the obsession had gone.

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Bryan thought he was starting fresh when he moved to Hawaii during the pandemic and met someone on a dating app. Instead, his brief romance spiraled into a years-long nightmare. Her soon-to-be ex-husband wasn't just lurking in the background—he was stalking them, bugging her phone, planting hidden cameras, and, according to the FBI, plotting to frame Bryan himself. As a cybersecurity expert, Bryan was ironically the one law enforcement suspected first. But after a federal investigation, the truth came out—the real stalker was exposed and sentenced to nearly eight years in prison. Now, Bryan reveals how he surv...

Madison was just 23 when she moved across the country, chasing a fresh start in Florida. She thought a new job at a grocery store would be the beginning of something good. Instead, it became the start of a nightmare. A co-worker's flirtation turned into obsession—hundreds of calls in a single night, constant stalking, and finally, a violent break-in where he claimed she belonged to him. When Madison went to the police for help, her pleas were dismissed. Years later, she's still haunted by anonymous messages… and the fear that it's not over.

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Tabetha Harrison is one of the nation's foremost experts on stalking—and she's changing the way we understand it. A former law enforcement officer and investigator, Tabetha has dedicated her career to proving that stalking isn't just a nuisance crime. It's a dangerous form of coercive control—and one of the clearest warning signs before domestic violence turns deadly. Her work helped shape Texas Senate Bill 1717, reforming the state's stalking laws to put survivors first. Today, she trains agencies on stalking lethality, risk assessment, and coordinated community response. With unmatched expertise and a clear, urgent message, Tabetha is sounding the...

Hyde's childhood was torn apart when her mother became involved with a violent neighbor.  What followed was years of terror—stalking, threats, and even an attempted abduction from school.  Eventually, a vicious assault led to his arrest and a 12-year prison sentence. But the nightmare didn't end there.  Even from behind bars, he found ways to torment them with threats—and chilling confessions that he was a serial killer. The weight of that trauma pushed Hyde into isolation as a teenager. But in time, she transformed her pain into purpose.  Today, after more than two decades working in shelters and yout...

Bryce had a stalker—someone who knew her every move. But she didn't even know his name. They never met in person. At least, not that she's aware of. But he's seen her. He's watched her family. He's studied her friends. She only knows what he wants her to know—starting with the one image he chose to send. What began as a harmless friendship in the world of online gaming soon spiraled into something much darker: a calculated obsession that would turn her life upside down.

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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 along with victim advocate and Executive Producer, Jake Deptula. Whether you're facing family court or just curious about how it all works, this episode delivers a powerful, no-nonsense introduction to the emotional and legal terrain of family law.

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On today's episode, we're speaking with Whitney — a woman who found love while living life on the road, embracing the freedom of van life and a fresh start. But her new beginning took a dark turn when her partner's ex tracked her down through social media — and began stalking her. Since then, Whitney has been impersonated online, had private photos shared without consent, and faced false police reports — all while the harassment continues. Now, she's stepping forward to share her story.

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In early June 2024, Taylor Casey left her home in Chicago to attend a month-long yoga retreat on Paradise Island, Bahamas. With over 15 years of yoga practice, she was eager to earn her teaching certification and bring back her newfound skills to share with her community. However, on the evening of June 19th, after leaving a class, Taylor vanished. This is not a cold case. Taylor has been missing for just three months, and her family is still actively searching for her. We need to keep her story alive—continue sharing her name in the media, post missing person flyers ar...

Alexis grew up in the shadows of neglect and abuse, with a stepmother whose control didn't end when she left home at 17. Even from a distance, the stalking and manipulation continued — a relentless effort to keep Alexis under her thumb. But Alexis fought back in the quietest, most powerful way: by healing. Through somatic therapy and EMDR, she's learning to calm her nervous system, reclaim her sense of safety, and rebuild trust in herself. Her journey hasn't been easy — but it's given her a sharp clarity. She now recognizes the red flags, holds her boundaries, and protects the peace she...

Kimberly thought she was meeting a charming real estate manager. She had no idea he'd already been stalking her for a month—or that his entire identity was a lie. He was actually a U.S. Department of State special agent with a 30-year history of using his badge and gun to terrorize women across the country. What began as quiet digital surveillance spiraled into a brutal campaign of threats, harassment, rape, and attempted murder. Kimberly fled more than 1,300 miles—twice—but he used his federal ties to track her down, even pulling other law enforcement into his twisted pursui...

Jennifer didn't just have one stalker—she had two. For over two years, she was haunted by anonymous phone calls that kept coming, no matter how many times she changed her number. Then, the calls spread to her friends and coworkers. Just when it seemed to stop… it started all over again. This time, it was a coworker's ex—furious, obsessed, and blaming Jennifer for the breakup. The harassment began online, but quickly turned into something far more dangerous: cyberstalking, in-person encounters, and relentless fear. It finally ended when Jennifer made the only choice she could—walking away from her job...

Laura's life was turned upside down by a relentless stalker — and now, she's fighting back.

He tried to photograph her inside a bathroom stall, then broke into her car… her home… even physically attacked her. He stole photos of her children and obsessively watched videos of her young son. Over and over, he snuck into her office, locked her out, and accessed her personal devices. But despite the clear evidence, Laura was the one labeled unstable. She lost her job — while her stalker still works there. Now, Laura's not just fighting for herself. She's standing up for her chil...

Amy B. Chesler is an award-winning author, actress, and advocate whose life took a devastating turn in 2007 when her brother murdered their mother. After surviving years of abuse and a prolonged legal battle, Amy continues to face ongoing stalking and threats from her brother — even from behind bars. Although his parole has been extended to 2030, gaps in victim notification and systemic failures still leave Amy living with uncertainty. Determined to turn her trauma into purpose, Amy now uses her voice to drive change. As the host of What Came Next and Familicide, she amplifies survivor stories and advocates for me...

Andrew's life was shattered by someone he barely even knew—a person who turned a simple business partnership into a 15-year nightmare of obsession, harassment, and relentless stalking. When the partnership fell apart, his stalker didn't walk away—instead, they weaponized the legal system. They secured a default judgment, not based on facts, but because Andrew simply didn't have the resources to fight back. That judgment became their tool of control, slowly dismantling Andrew's life piece by piece. Years of torment left him homeless, isolated, and battling multiple suicide attempts. But Andrew refused to let that be the end of h...

Dr. Natalie Jones is a licensed professional clinical counselor with more than 16 years of experience helping survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. She specializes in working with both those who've experienced narcissistic abuse — and those who struggle with narcissistic traits themselves. As a trusted voice in both the media and legal communities, Dr. Jones frequently consults on high-profile cases. Today, she's joining us to break down the psychological dynamics of stalking, explore its long-term impact on victims, and share what survivors need to know to protect themselves and begin the healing process.

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Just out of college, Justine landed a full-time job at a community health clinic. But everything changed when the clinic brought in a temporary physician - someone we'll refer to as Dr. T. What started as frequent visits to her desk and too many phone calls, quickly crossed the line into harassment… and then into stalking. Justine followed eery protocol. She reported the incidents to HR, spoke to security, and asked for help. But instead of support, she was met with disbelief, blame, and questions about her own conduct. The system that was supposed to protect her… didn't. Fearing for...

Meghan's nightmare began just weeks after graduating high school, when she became the target of a stalker impersonating her online — posting fake messages that claimed she was suicidal. Years later, after she defended a friend from cyberbullying on a fan site, it happened again. This time, the harassment escalated. Someone sent fake welfare checks to her home and impersonated her online, even going so far as to send threatening messages to a celebrity while posing as Meghan online. She has contacted local police, but with the stalker operating across state lines and hiding behind layers of digital anonymity, legal ac...

Kate met a man on Facebook just before the COVID lockdown—and what began as a pandemic relationship soon turned into a nightmare. After discovering his obsessive behavior toward other women, Kate ended things. But the breakup didn't stop him. For over a year, Kate was relentlessly harassed. She received a flood of messages, phone calls, and emails from multiple numbers. Disturbing packages began arriving at her home. Even after she moved to a nearby city, he found her and followed. Desperate, Kate filed cyberstalking charges—but that only escalated the situation. He started appearing in person, even confronting her...

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Danielle Leukam is a survivor of a horrifying home invasion. While she and her three-year-old son slept, a masked and armed intruder broke in during the night. For the next five hours, Danielle was zip-tied and brutally assaulted before the attacker finally fled. For months, his identity remained a mystery—until DNA from another assault, committed hours away, matched her rape kit. That's when Danielle discovered the unthinkable: her attacker was someone from her past who had been stalking her. He had never been to her home, never had her address—yet somehow, he found her. Today, Danielle bravely shar...

Since September 2020, Jennifer's life has been overshadowed by fear. She's been followed. Harassed. Watched. And no matter how many times she's called the police—or even rushed into a station, terrified and pleading—help has felt just out of reach. When she finally filed for a restraining order, she hoped the system would protect her. But instead, the judge said there wasn't enough evidence. That what her stalker was doing wasn't technically "illegal." Now, feeling cornered and unheard, Jennifer is speaking out. To raise awareness. To reclaim her voice. And to find the support she's long been denied.

After remarrying and moving into what she hoped would be a peaceful new home, Amie was ready for a fresh start with her six-year-old son. But the promise of a new beginning quickly turned into a nightmare. Her next-door neighbors—two brothers—soon began to exhibit unsettling behavior. What started as odd glances and lingering stares escalated into full-blown stalking. They followed her, loitered in her yard, stared through her windows, and at one terrifying point, trapped her in her own car. Amie shares how she survived the relentless harassment—and how she turned her experience into her new book...

Melissa, a single mom and social media influencer, became the target of a dangerous stalker after he found her online. What started with anonymous calls and obsessive messages quickly escalated. He tracked down her address, flew across the country, tried to break into her home, left disturbing items in her mailbox, and stayed at a hotel just a mile away—all while posting his actions in real time on TikTok. Even with mounting evidence, law enforcement failed to intervene. Left to protect herself, Melissa took matters into her own hands. She filed for a restraining order and, without police su...

For the past two years, Jani has been relentlessly stalked by her partner's ex-wife. What started as quiet manipulation escalated into anonymous threats, endless court hearings, and desperate pleas for help—only to be met with silence from a system that refused to intervene. Despite repeatedly violating an intervention order, her stalker has faced virtually no consequences, leaving Jani to navigate the fight for justice alone. Today, Jani is breaking that silence. She's here to share her story, shed light on the institutional gaslighting and gender bias that allow stalkers to slip through the cracks, and reclaim the power th...

Lauren thought she'd found a connection during lockdown. Instead, she met a predator. What began as an online romance through Facebook Messenger quickly turned into a stalking nightmare. After assaulting another woman, he manipulated his way into Lauren's life—then the threats began. He stalked her relentlessly: leaving items on her car, sending photos of her home, and accusing her of cheating. Even from behind bars, he continued to terrorize her through cyberstalking and threats. After a third, violent assault, Lauren pressed charges for sexual assault, unlawful confinement, choking, and death threats. Now, as he remains on the run, sh...

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Ava's life turned into a nightmare when a friendly classmate became a relentless stalker. After she cut ties, he memorized her license plate, flooded her with messages, and showed up at her job. He twisted the truth to play the victim, spreading lies about her to others. As his obsession grew, so did her fear—cryptic messages, constant surveillance, and nowhere to feel safe. Despite changing her routine and taking precautions, Ava was trapped in a terrifying cycle she couldn't escape.

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​​Robyn, an attorney, was harassed, blackmailed, and stalked by a senior partner at her law firm.

For three years, he manipulated her into a relationship, threatening to ruin her career and reputation if she refused. When she finally broke free, he escalated—stalking her, threatening her loved ones, and attempting to distribute intimate photos he had secretly taken. Robyn later discovered she wasn't his only victim. He had targeted other female attorneys, while the firm looked the other way.

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In the midst of addiction and heartbreak, Claire turned to therapy for support. But when her therapist crossed the line, she ended the sessions—only to find that was just the beginning.

What started as professional boundaries being blurred quickly spiraled into obsessive behavior, leading to disciplinary action by the state board. Now, Claire is speaking out to prove that stalking isn't always about romance. Sometimes, it's about power, control, and the ultimate betrayal by someone you're supposed to trust.

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Lauren thought she had found freedom after escaping a toxic living situation—until her new neighbor became her worst nightmare.

At first, he watched from a distance. Then, he followed her. When she confronted him, his behavior turned violent, his threats undeniable. Even with a protection order in place, the police refused to take action. He vanished, escaping justice without consequence. But now, years later, the past is catching up with him—and Lauren may finally get the justice she's been waiting for.

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Lauren thought she had found freedom after escaping a toxic living situation—until her new neighbor became her worst nightmare.

At first, he watched from a distance. Then, he followed her. When she confronted him, his behavior turned violent, his threats undeniable. Even with a protection order in place, the police refused to take action. He vanished, escaping justice without consequence. But now, years later, the past is catching up with him—and Lauren may finally get the justice she’s been waiting for.

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For the past eight years, Lasonta has been relentlessly stalked by three different men—each more persistent than the last. One bombarded her with apologies, another launched a vicious online smear campaign, and one even showed up outside her home after she rejected him. Despite blocking, ignoring, and pleading for help, the harassment hasn't stopped. With little support from law enforcement and limited legal options, Lasonta refused to stay silent. Instead, she took matters into her own hands—creating an online stalking log to document every threat, every message, and every disturbing encounter. Now, she's speaking out. In this episode, Laso...