13 episodes
You Probably Think This Story’s About You Larj Media
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3.7 • 1.1K Ratings
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"You Probably Think This Story's About You" is an exploration of love, betrayal, and the far-reaching consequences of one man's deceit, told through the eyes of the women whose lives were irrevocably changed by it.
Brittani Ard is on a quest for the truth. She wants to understand how Kanon — the man she once believed to be her soulmate — could have deceived her so deeply. As the devastating revelations unfold, exposing the depths of his lies, Brittani embarks on a journey to uncover the truth. The road to understanding is paved with Brittani’s complex childhood, marked by addiction, sisterhood, and the deep family ties that shaped her. But there’s one question left: who is this story really about?
One thing's for sure – it's not him anymore.
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It Started as a Love Story
[Chapter 1 of 8]
When Brittani Ard matches with Kanon* on Hinge sparks fly. Their first date revealed an instant connection and chemistry. Kanon is devastatingly handsome with a charm that disarmed even the most guarded heart — plus he is surprisingly emotionally available for a man in his forties. It’s as if the universe has conspired to bring them together, two soulmates destined to find each other.
The couple spends the next five months diving fast into a whirlwind romance. Their connection so intense and their bond so deep that it seems like Brittani’s fairytale has finally found its happy ending. Until one weekend that changed her life forever.
Produced by Larj Media
Executive Producer Brittani Ard
*Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
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This episode contains mentions of suicide.
If you are having thoughts of suicide please reach out to the resources below.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
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Chapter 2: Love Unhinged
[Chapter 2 of 8]
In the back of Brittani’s mind, a tiny voice whispers a warning: something is wrong. She finds herself at a crossroads, torn between her deep feelings for Kanon* and the unsettling doubts that have crept into their romance. She tries to push aside her doubts, wanting desperately to believe that Kanon was the one she had been waiting for. But the cracks in their seemingly flawless relationship begins to show, leaving Brittani to question everything about him.
As she starts to unravel what she knows about him, the mystery surrounding Kanon deepens. With new information surfacing she wonders if anything he told her is true.
*Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
Produced by Larj Media
Executive Producer Brittani Ard
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This episode contains mentions of suicide.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, please reach out to the resources below.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
More info at https//www.988lifeline.org
Additional resources:
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.com
HelpGuide | Narcissist Abuse Resource
https://www.helpguide.org/
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Chapter 3: Eye of the Storm
[Chapter 3 of 8]
Who gets the story of their wife's death wrong?
A man who's not telling the truth.
As the messages and information start to pour in, Brittani notices the similarities between herself and the other women, but their versions of Kanon couldn’t be more different.
On the road to understanding the depth of his deception Brittani wonders how she could have missed the signs. Before she can truly comprehend the depth of the pain he caused, Brittani must process her past and how she got here.
*Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
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This episode contains mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.
If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
Https//www.988lifeline.org
Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453
https://www.childhelphotline.org/
National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879
https://www.drughelpline.org/
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.com
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Chapter 4: Honey Sticks and Donuts
[Chapter 4 of 8]
Brittani and Braileigh are ready to leave their tumultuous past behind. But Brittiani quickly realizes that even in this haven, life has a way of throwing curveballs. Unable to adjust to a life without chaos, Brittani rebels, setting off a chain reaction of events that lead to a custody battle and hard learned lessons for Brittani, Braileigh, and their dad. Amidst the chaos, Braileigh's soft confidence begins to shine as she is growing into an adult and budding artist.
While the world is relentless at times, these sisters are made of tougher stuff. They find solace in the family's weekly Sunday dinner at Granny’s house, a tradition that becomes the glue holding their family together through the toughest of times.
*Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
More info at https//www.988lifeline.org
Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453
More info at https://www.childhelphotline.org/
National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879
https://www.drughelpline.org/
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.com
Produced by Larj Media
Executive Producer Brittani Ard
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Chapter 5: Hummingbird
[Chapter 5 of 8]
In the search for answers Brittani retraces the last year of Braileigh’s life. As Braileigh struggled to find her path after high school, she ran into the typical young adult growing pains. Then on New Year’s Eve their family changed forever. Brittani and her father, Gary, recount the story of the agonizing aftermath of the tragedy.
Resolution for a tragedy of this magnitude could never be singular, and this is a grief that the family will always carry. But it is in that grief that Brittani becomes who she is today, a fierce protector of the women who come into her orbit.
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This episode contains mentions of suicide, domestic violence, mental health, and drug and alcohol abuse.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
More info at https//www.988lifeline.org
Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453
More info at https://www.childhelphotline.org/
National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879
https://www.drughelpline.org/
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.com
Produced by Larj Media
Executive Producer Brittani Ard
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Chapter 6: The Worst Way to Meet an Incredible Group of Women
[Chapter 6 of 8]
In the wake of Kanon's chaos, Brit has emerged as a fierce advocate, determined to amplify the voices of the women she’s met along the way. Now it's their turn to tell the story. Their raw emotions paint a vivid picture of lives derailed and trust shattered, revealing the full extent of Kanon's deception.
As Brit and these women wade through the aftermath together, more truths surface, each revelation more startling than the last. This is the worst way to meet an incredible group of women. But as we learn, Kanon's lies stretch beyond the boundaries of his romantic life.
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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
More info at https//www.988lifeline.org
Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453
More info at https://www.childhelphotline.org/
National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879
https://www.drughelpline.org/
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.com
Produced by Larj Media
Executive Producer Brittani Ard
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Customer Reviews
Kept my attention
I truly appreciate the vulnerability Brittani spoke throughout her podcast. I do agree with other reviewers in terms of the timeline. I was slightly confused when it would bounce back to her childhood and I found myself wondering where the connections where and how I wish her backstory was as introduced in the very beginning. Overall I appreciated this podcast and was a great listen on my daily walks.
Tragically beautiful
I was drawn in by the story of the relationship with Kanon, and that the setting was in and around my hometown. I quickly realized the last name was familiar. When the story shifts to family, I realized why. I went to high school with Braileigh. Thank you for giving Braileigh a voice, telling her story, and honoring her spirit.
Brittani uses her story telling ability to touch on all of the different aspects of abuse in relationships, whether it be physical, emotional, or psychological. She tells these stories through her experience as a mother, daughter, sister and partner. What found the most compelling was that she started out with her relationship and it quickly evolved into all the f*cked up ways as humans we can hurt each other. She brings humor mixed with brutal honesty to a topic that everyone can relate to whether they want to believe they do or not.
Beautiful
This podcast plays how a beautiful novel reads. It is personal and yet universal. I binged it in one day. Thank you for the snapshot of human experience and resilience.