Betrayal: Seasons 1, 2, 3 & 4
Episodes
Introducing — Nobody Should Believe Me: The Advocate
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This season on Nobody Should Believe Me, we tell the story of Lisa McDaniel, who crafted a public image as the Director of Patient Advocacy at the Gut...
Betrayal Weekly | Brook
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re new to Betrayal, we want to share a recent episode from our sister show, Betrayal Weekly. On Betrayal Weekly, you’ll hear s...
Behind Betrayal with ABCNews Studios
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Betrayal listeners, Andrea here! To celebrate the release of Season 3 of the docu-series Betrayal: Under His Eye, we’re doing something a li...
S4: E10 — Courage
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Jennifer Freyd, the leading expert in betrayal trauma, breaks down what separates betrayal from other traumatic experiences. For more on bet...
S4: EP 9 — Three Little Birds
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A return trip to Colorado Springs uncovers a new betrayal. A woman who had an affair with Joel shares her experience. Karoline and her kids redefine l...
S4: BONUS EP 1 — Pathological Liars
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about the psychology of pathological liars, Andrea talks with two leading experts. For more from Dr. Drew Curtis and Dr. Christian Hart, check...
S4: E8 — Solace
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karoline unpacks her healing journey with Kristin Snowden, an expert in betrayal trauma recovery. For resources on betrayal trauma and more fro...
Betrayal Weekly: BONUS EP 7 — The Girlfriends Spotlight
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This summer, one of our favorite podcasts, The Girlfriends, launched a new weekly series, telling the stories of “women winning.” In this ...
S4: E7 — The Golden Few
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joel Kern wasn’t alone in his bad behavior. More allegations of misconduct at the CSPD come to light. If you would like to reach out...
S4: E6 — Circling the Drain
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Betrayal Team investigates how Joel was able to walk away from the mess he created. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, ema...
S4: EP 5 — Fantasy Land
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joel goes to rehab in hopes of saving his career and his marriage. Karoline uncovers new information that further shocks family. If you would like to ...
S4: EP 4 — Shock to the Conscience
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Internal Affairs investigators question Joel on allegations of misconduct. Will he tell the truth? If you would like to reach out to the Betraya...
S4: EP 3 — Revisionist History
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karoline reexamines her 20 years of marriage – the life she thought she was living, and the one her husband was hiding just under her nose. &nbs...
S4: EP 2 — Cat and Mouse
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Kern family discovers what Joel was really doing on the clock. The investigation into his misconduct only scratches the surface. If yo...
S4: EP 1 — One of the Good Ones
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karoline built her life around her husband's career as a Colorado Springs police officer. The family was proud of his service, until they learned that...
S4: Betrayal Season 4 Trailer
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing Betrayal Season 4. Karoline Borega married a man of honor – a respected Colorado Springs Police officer. She knew there would be sac...
S3: BONUS EP 1 — An Update from Stacey and Tyler
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Rutherford is appealing his case. Stacey and Tyler discuss how they're processing the news and what the last year has brought them.  ...
Listener Mail - How Do I Help My Friend? | Betrayal Weekly S1
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A listener wrote to us with a heartbreaking question: What can I say to my friend who won’t leave an abuser? Is there anything I can say to get ...
Molly’s Listener Essay | Betrayal Weekly S1: BONUS EP 6
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Molly reads her story of resilience and healing after an abusive relationship. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email u...
Melissa’s Listener Essay | Betrayal Weekly S1: BONUS EP 5
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our first listener essay, Melissa reads her account of resilience and healing after her father’s betrayal. If you would like to ...
The Science of Storytelling for Trauma Recovery | Betrayal Weekly S1: BONUS EP 4
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clinical psychologist and applied neuroscientist Dr. Kate Truitt shares the powerful science behind telling your story as a method of healing from tra...
Nobody Should Believe Me — S5 E1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you like our show, we know you'll love this season of Nobody Should Believe Me, produced and hosted by Andrea Dunlop. While we're hard at work brin...
Andrea Dunlop in Conversation | Betrayal Weekly S1: BONUS EP 3
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special crossover episode, author and podcast host Andrea Dunlop sits down with Andrea Gunning for a deep dive into the true crime genre....
Andrea Dunlop’s Story | Betrayal Weekly S1: BONUS EP 2
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Her sister became someone unrecognizable. You can find Andrea Dunlop’s podcast, Nobody Should Believe Me, on all platforms. Her...
Behind the Scenes Q&A | Betrayal Weekly S1: BONUS EP 1
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Producer Monique LaBorde comes on mic to bring Andrea some of our most common listener questions. We go behind the scenes to talk about the production...
Jan | Betrayal Weekly S1
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
She lost her husband to a brutal crime, only to realize she never really had him at all. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, em...
Tina | Betrayal Weekly S1
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tina is ready to be a mother. But she couldn’t prepare herself for the elaborate deceptions of her baby’s father. If you would like...
Hannah, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part 2 of Hannah’s story, we explore what happens to shared memories. You can find Hannah’s latest books here: W...
Hannah, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Writer Hannah Pittard discovers that her best friend and her husband are sharing a secret. You can find Hannah’s latest books ...
Abby | Betrayal Weekly S1
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist Abby Ellin’s next big story was living in her own home. You can find Abby’s book Duped here and you can read more of...
Introducing the Burden of Guilt Docuseries
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of Andrea’s favorite true crime podcasts, “Burden of Guilt”, has been turned into a docuseries. You can now stream the complete ...
Kelsey, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"In sickness and in health" takes on new meaning as Kelsey discovers the true nature of Morgan’s illness. If you would like to...
Bonus EP: Burden of Guilt The Docuseries
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Betrayal host Andrea Gunning speaks with Burden of Guilt host Nancy Glass about the upcoming three-part docuseries. You can stream, Burden of Guilt st...
Kelsey, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A relationship is put to the test when Kelsey’s partner receives a terminal diagnosis. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team...
Deb | Betrayal Weekly S1
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Canadian police have a 30-year cold case, and only Deb can help them solve it. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at be...
Dawn | Betrayal Weekly S1
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From swinger’s clubs to country clubs, Dawn and Wes are living large. But a call from the Dallas FBI upends Dawn’s life. Content War...
RE-RELEASE: Torrah | Betrayal Weekly S1
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Death brings an avalanche of discoveries about the man Torrah thought she knew. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, emai...
Angelique, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kassandra’s plan to kill Angelique is revealed. But Kassandra may not have been acting alone. If you would like to reach out to the Betray...
Angelique, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Angelique’s teen pregnancy leaves her isolated and alone. Then, she makes a new friend. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Te...
RE-RELEASE: Donielle Pt. 1 & Pt. 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re re-releasing Donielle Pt.1 & Pt. 2. Donielle’s life descends into chaos when the FBI raid her house, searching f...
Carmen Rita Wong | Betrayal Weekly S1
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A deathbed confession altered Carmen’s sense of identity. But that revelation was just the beginning. Carmen Rita Wong’s memoir...
Nancy | Betrayal Weekly S1
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One Christmas, Nancy finds herself wondering if her 15-year marriage was all a charade. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, ema...
Sara | Betrayal Weekly S1
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An online friend makes Sara question everything, including her ability to be a parent. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us a...
Ryan | Betrayal Weekly S1
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan discovers his Mr. Right is all wrong. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at [email protected] and follow us ...
Introducing: American Homicide
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing American Homicide. Betrayal host Andrea Gunning, speaks with American Homicide host Sloane Glass about the brand-new podcast. American H...
Chelsea | Betrayal Weekly S1
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The therapist Chelsea turns to in a moment of crisis, turns out to be a wolf in sheep’s clothing. If you would like to reach out to the Be...
Tammi | Betrayal Weekly S1
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A doctor’s tragic backstory falls apart after his arrest. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at betrayalpod@gma...
Lorena | Betrayal Weekly S1
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A box in the garage reveals to Lorena her husband’s darkest secrets and changes her fundamentalist religious beliefs. If you would like to reach...
Dr. Kerry, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caesar’s mask begins to fall, just as he and Kerry begin their life and business together. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, ...
Dr. Kerry, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Grieving widow Dr. Kerry McAvoy struggles to find love after loss. But then, she meets Caesar. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, em...
Andrea | Betrayal Weekly S1
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The “Mormon Madoff” conned everyone, including his own wife. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at betray...
Donielle, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donielle learns the extent of her husband’s horrific crimes and grapples with a life built on his lies. If you would like to reach out to the Be...
Donielle, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donielle’s idyllic midwestern life descends into chaos when the FBI raid her house, searching for her husband and two of their family friends.&n...
Torrah | Betrayal Weekly S1
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Death brings an avalanche of discoveries about the man Torrah thought she knew. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at betra...
Heather | Betrayal Weekly S1
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Heather receives a phone call that changes her life and her family forever. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us ...
Ramon | Betrayal Weekly S1
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ramon discovers a dark secret that threatens everything, including his own life. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, emai...
Matt and Laura, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Laura leave the hospital empty-handed. Their fight for justice begins. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email...
Matt and Laura, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt and Laura’s dream of having a second child turned into a twisted, shocking, and unexpected deceit. If you would like to reach ...
Ashley | Betrayal Weekly S1
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley is robbed, deceived, and endangered – all by the person she trusts the most. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, e...
Stephanie, Part 2 | Betrayal Weekly S1
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After unearthing her husband's secret online life, Stephanie struggles to find a way forward. Content Warning: This episode includes description...
Stephanie, Part 1 | Betrayal Weekly S1
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie thinks she knows her husband. Then, she takes a look at his computer. What she finds, changes everything. If you would like to r...
Introducing — There and Gone: South Street Ep 1
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing There and Gone: South Street. On this bonus episode of Betrayal, Andrea and Season 2's Ashley Lytton discuss the latest podcast from the t...
Introducing: Betrayal Weekly
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Betrayal community is growing. From the producers that brought you the critically acclaimed Betrayal limited run series, a new always-on docuserie...
S3: E8 – No More Secrets
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin receives his sentence for plotting to kill Tyler. With the legal proceedings in the rearview mirror, Stacey and Tyler look to the future and le...
S3: E7 – One in Six
04 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to find community, Tyler connects with actor Anthony Edwards and psychologist David Lisak. Anthony and David are not only survivors of sexu...
S3: E6 – Complexity
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Justin behind bars and Tyler on a path to healing, Stacey’s grief finally comes to the surface. She meets with Jordan Dann to make sense of the...
S3: E5 – The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania vs. Justin Rutherford
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin goes before the Judge, and Stacey and Tyler face him for the first time since his arrest. Nothing can prepare them for what he says on the stan...
S3: E4 – Him or Me
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Justin behind bars, the Rutherford family tries to move forward. But grief and anxiety loom large. Meanwhile, Justin plots a way out of jail with...
S3: E3 – The Devil
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As Justin goes on the run, The Rutherford family is left to pick up the pieces. But just when they think they’ve reached the bottom, shocking new al...
S3: E2 – Good Moms
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stacey Rutherford thought she knew her husband and everything happening in her household. However, a disturbing discovery forces her to confront uncom...
S3: E1 – Storybook Romance
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stacey Rutherford, a single mom, found her storybook romance in 2015 when she met medical student Justin Rutherford. They shared a deep connection, fe...
S2: Bonus Ep 7 - Passing the Baton
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus episode, Andrea speaks with the Director of Stop It Now, an organization working to prevent the sexual abuse of children. The team also ...
S3: Betrayal Season 3 Trailer
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stacey Rutherford thought she met her soulmate when she laid eyes on Dr. Justin Rutherford. They fell in love, and it was better than she ever imagine...
S2: Bonus Ep 6 – Divided Justice: Family Court vs. Criminal Court
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Betrayal team checks in with Ashley about her ongoing divorce, her custody battle, and the challenges navigating the legal system as she fights to...
S2: Bonus Ep 5 - What Were You Thinking?
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legislators recently met to vent their frustration at big tech’s lack of accountability for the production and trading of child sexual abuse materia...
S2: Bonus Ep 4 – From the Depths of Hell All the Way to Heaven
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Betrayal team checks in with Erin for an update on her family, her therapy practice, and how she is doing after a recent big life change. Â If yo...
S2: Bonus Ep 3 – Far from Over
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Betrayal team checks in with Ashley after she receives disappointing news. Â If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at bet...
S2: Bonus Ep 2 – A Stranger in the Share House
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Canadian ex-pat living in Australia is stunned to discover that her lovely new boyfriend has very dark and illegal interests.  If you would like ...
S2: Bonus Ep 1 - More on "What Went Wrong?" with the New York Times
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New York Times investigative reporters Michael Keller and Gabriel Dance share more about what tech companies and the government are doing and aren’t...
S2: Bonus - SNEAK PEEK of Betrayal – The Perfect Husband Docuseries on Hulu
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Betrayal listeners, we have some exciting news to share! ABC News Studios has turned Betrayal Season 1 into a documentary. This is a sneak peek of the...
S2: E8 - One Step At A Time
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley and Erin regroup to discuss how the series has affected them. Andrea shares listener emails with Ashley and Avaya. If you would like to reach...
S2: E7 - Knowing
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As Jason Lytton’s release date grows closer, Andrea learns more about the psychology of perpetrators. We listen as Ashley and her therapist Jessica ...
S2: E6 - Collections
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A mom in Texas flees her home with her two small children and searches for safety upon discovering her husband’s collection of child sexual abuse ma...
S2: E5 - Beyond Wildest Imagination
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley and Andrea meet another Utah mom who was stunned when the FBI swarmed her home to arrest her husband. Then, Andrea visits agents working behi...
S2: E4 - Avaya
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jason learns his sentence. Avaya reveals the struggles she faced at home after Jason was arrested. Ashley, at her most vulnerable, faces Avaya to ex...
S2: E3 - Ruins
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chaos ensues once Ashley’s husband is arrested, and the news becomes public. As a mother of three, she is left to pick up the pieces for her family....
S2: E2 - Blood Ties
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley is interviewed by her local police department and finds out more about what her husband had been doing while isolating himself from the family....
S2: E1 - Hidden
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We meet Ashley Lytton, a suburban mother of three in Salt Lake City, Utah, who stumbles upon photos in her husband’s computer that she knows are goi...
S2: Betrayal Season 2 Trailer
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley Lytton was a typical mom and wife in suburban Utah with three children until she discovered her husband’s horrifying secret. It was a shockin...
S1: Bonus Ep 6 - Intimate Visit
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jenifer recently had a chance to talk with a woman from Spencer’s past. She offers Jen an interesting perspective on who she thought Spencer was and...
S1: Bonus Ep 5 – Students
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After Betrayal Season 1 was released many of Spencer’s former students reached out to the show. Jennifer and Andrea speak with a two students to und...
S1: Bonus Ep 4 - The Smile That Hides
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea and Jennifer speak with Shannon Henry and Brett Carney Brown from the organization SASS Go to discuss the importance of noticing the signs of p...
S1: Bonus Ep 3 - Parole
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea and Jenifer discuss the emotional impact of Spencer's release from prison. If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at b...
S1: Bonus Ep 2 - Educator Sexual Misconduct
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While researching the series, the Betrayal team learned about the prevalence of Educator Sexual Misconduct. Dr. Charol Shakeshaft, an expert and resea...
S1: Bonus Ep 1 - Girl Tribe
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jenifer gathers her closest friends together to reflect on how their support provided the cocoon of love she needed to survive. If you would like to ...
S1: E9 - Grooming
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A reoccurring theme throughout the series has centered around grooming. Rachel and the women with whom Spencer had affairs related how he built trust ...
S1: E8 - Thank You For Your Time
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After more than two years of not speaking and four years since seeing one another, Jenifer and Spencer finally speak. Jenifer re-asks him questions ho...
S1: E7 - Recovery
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jenifer learns more about Betrayal Trauma with her coach and expert Kim Gould MSW. Kim explains the ways Betrayal Trauma impacts its victims and how t...
S1: E6 - The Only One
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest pills to swallow for Jenifer was discovering a friend of hers was involved with her husband. She and her former friend haven’t sp...
S1: E5 - Absolution
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jenifer speaks with Hope, a woman that Spencer had a multiyear long affair with during her marriage to Spencer. Jen finds her anger has now turned int...