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Former Bachelor Clayton Echard’s casual one-night fling turned into a paternity nightmare. When the news broke about the scandal, no one believed Clayton at first. He was a reality TV star, and an unpopular one at that. Clayton found himself trying to prove the truth, while trapped in a web of lies, manipulation, and threats. He would soon discover he was not the only one. At its core, this is a story about who you believe and why. It’s an epic battle that would take a group of strangers, citizen sleuths from across the world, to crack the case and finally hold someone accountable. New episodes of Love Trapped are released every Thursday, starting February 26th, 2026. If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts.

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America’s Most Hated Bachelor | EP 1

2026/02/26

Infamous Bachelor Clayton Echard’s real drama began after the rose. He left the show disgraced and determined to start over. That’s when a one-night fling spiraled into a nightmare that would lead Clayton into a years-long battle to prove the truth. Host and reporter Stephani Young investigates the twisted case. If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you are not alone. Help is available. If you’re in the US, call or text The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Come Over | EP 2

2026/02/26

The truth about what happened the night Clayton Echard and Laura Owens hooked up is only known to them. You’ll hear Clayton’s version of events. But as Laura begins to make pregnancy claims that don't make sense, Clayton asks himself — Who is Laura Owens? And what does she really want? If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If I Don’t Hear Back | EP 3

2026/03/05

When Clayton Echard sees Laura Owens’ positive pregnancy test, he struggled to believe his eyes. He’s determined to handle it on his own, without the press finding out. But as Clayton tries to de-escalate the situation, Laura bombards him with emails, and he has the receipts. She sent ultimatums, contingencies, and even threats. But there was one thing Laura wouldn’t send him—an ultrasound. To read verified copies of some of the emails mentioned in this episode, go to our Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura's Emails | BONUS

2026/03/10

Clayton received a lot of emails from Laura Owens in the summer of 2023. He compiled them into a Google Drive he calls the “LO File.” In this bonus episode, host Stephani Young talks with Clayton Echard about more of these emails. To get the most out of this bonus episode, listen after Episode 3, "If I Don't Hear Back." To read copies of some of the emails mentioned in this episode, go to our Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Am the Anonymous Woman | EP 4

2026/03/12

The story hits the press and quickly becomes a viral sensation, attracting thousands of commentators and armchair investigators. But something about the narrative doesn’t seem right. Who is telling the truth? Then, Clayton receives a DM that changes everything. He learns that he isn’t the first one to fall into the same trap. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sound Familiar? | EP 5

2026/03/19

Clayton Echard discovers he’s not the first man Laura’s done this to. The story explodes when a second man is identified, and a brigade of internet sleuths jumps in to make connections. That’s how Clayton meets an attorney who’s faced Laura Owens in court before—Gregg Woodnick. After what Woodnick went through with Laura, he’s hesitant to take Clayton’s case. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Bachelor to Betrayed | BONUS

2026/03/23

Love Trapped host Stephani Young sits down with executive producer and Betrayal host Andrea Gunning and Clayton Echard for an exclusive interview recorded at SXSW. They discuss the making of Love Trapped – including why Clayton decided to tell his story, and how the production team built the trust that made this series possible. To get the most out of this bonus episode, listen after Episode 5, "Sounds Familiar?" You can listen to the newest season of Betrayal here. If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected]. Follow us on Instagram @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My Friends Call Me Tag | BONUS

2026/03/25

In Episode 5, we explored an online persona Laura allegedly created, but there was another alleged persona that we didn’t have time to get into. In this bonus episode, we're sharing this cut-for-time scene, as content creators Megan Fox and Lauren Neidigh tell the story of a man claiming to be Laura Owens’ ex-boyfriend. To get the most out of this bonus episode, listen after Episode 5, "Sounds Familiar?" If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caught in a Lie | EP 6

2026/03/26

Ahead of an upcoming trial, Clayton Echard and Laura Owens give depositions under oath. In this episode, we’re sharing the never-before-heard audio from Laura’s deposition. Confronted with evidence, Laura tries to explain away the contradictions in her story. But the online sleuths are one step ahead of her. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More from Laura’s Deposition | BONUS

2026/03/27

In episode 6, we shared the never-before-heard audio from Laura Owens’ deposition. Her full deposition lasted almost three hours, and the whole thing was recorded. In this bonus episode, we’re bringing you more moments from the deposition that we weren’t able to fit into the last episode. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where Did the Ultrasound Come From? | BONUS

2026/03/31

In episode 6, Dave Neal and Megan Fox discovered a FIVERR logo on an ultrasound Laura Owens had given Greg Gillespie. But that ultrasound didn't appear out of nowhere. It was taken from someone, and Dave’s audience tracked her down. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These are Yes or No Questions | EP 7

2026/04/02

The day of trial finally arrived — June 10th, 2024. In a way, it was the conclusion of Laura Owens’ alleged pregnancy with Clayton Echard. A group of content creators and Clayton’s supporters descended on the courthouse in Phoenix, Arizona. How will Laura handle the pressure of being cross-examined? And if she was actually pregnant, what happened to the twins? For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Expert Testimonies | BONUS

2026/04/07

In Episode 7, Laura Owens and Clayton Echard finally faced off in court. During the proceedings, expert testimony left the courtroom with more questions than answers. Stephani brings in fertility specialist and OBGYN, Dr. Marissa Weiss, to help break down the facts. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Third Man | EP 8

2026/04/09

Laura Owens didn’t start with Clayton Echard or Greg Gillespie. In 2016, Michael Marraccini met Laura on a dating app, and he’s never been the same. He dated Laura for a year and a half. The relationship left him with lifelong psychological scars, and a legal battle that’s impacted his everyday life. In this episode, we’re telling Mike’s story, which answers some of the biggest questions, like — what’s Laura’s endgame? Why does she do this? And maybe most interesting of all... what does her family know? If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at [email protected] and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worlds Collide | EP 9

2026/04/16

Mike Marraccini discovers he’s not alone. Laura Owens’ alleged misconduct has gone viral, because of a former Bachelor contestant named Clayton Echard. In this episode, Mike, Greg, and Clayton team up with the internet detectives to try to prove the truth. For exclusive content, follow us on Instagram @glasspodcasts. If you would like to reach out to the Loved Trapped team, email us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4.9 out of 5

3754 reviews

★★★★★

taranole 2026/04/21

Congrats

It has been years since I have taken a man’s side on pretty much any issue and you finally made me do it. I can’t stress how rare this is, but Laura w...

★★★★★

ebkepb 2026/04/21

Fascinating

This show is so fascinating. The daughter and mom are crazy! This is a future Netflix series for sure.

★★★★★

BGAarmy 2026/04/21

Cautionary Tale

Very well done podcast. It’s so disturbing that people like this exist and I’m glad they’re telling this story.

★★★★★

Kid Gene 2026/04/21

Mom deserves some form of punishment too.

I know it’s a mother’s instinct to protect but there is just no way the mom’s not in on the improbability of it all. Or were these hijinks passed down...

★★★★★

dds67 2026/04/21

Excellent does not do this podcast justice

As a 20+ year podcast junkie, I can attest this series is one of the most compelling and well organized as it comes. Hats off to the team!

★★★★★

Sarah Emily 416 2026/04/20

Twisted

I can hardly believe the nerve of this woman. Is her behavior the result of never having had any consequences as a child? I am stunned the courts didn...

★★★☆☆

Fit_girl_swag 2026/04/21

Great podcast but just release them already

Great material and story but just release them already, just want to know the end so I can move on to the next one!

★★★★★

KatieMo04 2026/04/20

Enthralling!

I love podcasts and I have never been as enthralled as I am with this one! There is SO MUCH here! It was organized and presented very well. I have zer...

★★★☆☆

(m:m) 2026/04/20

Mixed feelings

The audacity of LO’s lies and pattern is gripping, no doubt about it. I’m invested enough in the story to see the series through. However, it’s notabl...

★★★★★

Slonebaby 2026/04/20

You will be hooked!

Great podcast! You will be bought in from 1st episode!! Plus keep thinking are people really as crazy as this gal…Omgz! Enjoy!

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