The Third Man | EP 8

The Third Man | EP 8

Author: iHeartPodcasts and Glass Podcasts April 9, 2026 Duration: 1:02:50

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? 

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The story of Love Trapped begins with a familiar tabloid headline: a former reality star from The Bachelor, Clayton Echard, entangled in a shocking paternity claim. But this podcast, from iHeartPodcasts and Glass Podcasts, quickly pulls back the curtain to reveal a far darker and more complex true crime narrative than the gossip columns suggested. What unfolded was a relentless campaign of deception, where Clayton found himself isolated and disbelieved, forced to navigate a labyrinth of legal threats and manufactured evidence to prove his innocence. As his ordeal deepens, the investigation uncovers a disturbing pattern, revealing he was not the sole target. This series meticulously traces a harrowing journey through the American legal system and the court of public opinion, asking difficult questions about credibility, victimhood, and the ease with which truth can be weaponized. Each episode is built on firsthand accounts, documented evidence, and a gripping narrative that explores how a single lie can spiral into an epic fight for justice. Listen to Love Trapped for a tense, layered story that challenges initial perceptions and examines the mechanisms of manipulation that can trap anyone.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 22

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Podcast Episodes
All the Best | EP 12 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:15
In the season one finale, we pick up right where we left off — with Laura Owens’ plea deal hanging in the balance. We finally speak with someone who’s known Laura for a long time. After that, we return to Clayton and Mik…
Behind the Scenes in San Francisco | BONUS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:53
In Episode 11, Stephani reported on the ground in San Francisco, covering Mike and Laura’s domestic violence restraining order renewal hearings. Ultimately, the DVRO was dismissed because Laura didn’t show up in court. I…
Where is Laura? | EP 11 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:07
The consequences of Laura’s actions are catching up to her. She owes Clayton Echard nearly $200,000 in attorney’s fees. She’s been indicted on seven felonies. And now, her family’s money troubles are exposed in the feder…
The Investigation Report | BONUS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:12
In episode 10, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office Investigation Report pulled back the curtain on Laura Owens’ alleged crimes. It’s a 118-page document packed with answers no one ever thought they’d see. In this bonus…
Pregnant by the Effing Bachelor | EP 10 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:13
When police execute a search warrant on the Owens family home, chaos ensues. After this raid, the criminal investigation into Laura Owens quietly picks up steam. Finally, in May 2025, Laura faces real consequences. For e…
The Welfare Check Body Cams | BONUS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:08
Before we get to episode 10, there’s some important context about Laura and her family’s interactions with Scottsdale Police. At the end of 2023, the police were dispatched to Laura’s family home for at least 4 different…
Worlds Collide | EP 9 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:44
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 d…
Expert Testimonies | BONUS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:36
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…
These are Yes or No Questions  | EP 7 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:39
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…
Where Did the Ultrasound Come From? | BONUS [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:25
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 track…