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Not Just A Terrible Story

by Terrible Story Productions

When Stacie Love married her former high school teacher, she thought it was a whirlwind romance. Two decades later, she discovered the truth behind the day their lives unraveled: a federal search, an unseen investigation, and a story far darker than she ever knew. Not Just A Terrible Story is a six-part investigation into one woman’s search for the truth, the scourge of alleged educator sexual misconduct, and a culture of complicity that protected predators for decades.

Latest episodes

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The Guys at the Door | Episode 5

After Brett lost his teaching license, life was never the same. The rumor mill in Gresham was in full force. They needed an escape. But can Stacie truly escape if she doe

Oct 6
32 min

BONUS | Our Conversation with TSPC

There’s only one publicly available document after TSPC revokes an educator’s teaching license. But what does it really say? How are the orders created? And can there be

Oct 5
16 min

The Rot Runs Deep | Episode 4

Stacie's story wasn't an anomaly. It happened in the choir program. In the band program. And people allege it happened on the basketball team. We dug into decades of arch

Sep 29
56 min

BONUS | Safety Rules Every Kid Needs to Know with Christy Keating

In Episode 3, we spoke with Christy Keating about what grooming is. But we still had a few more questions for her, like: What should parents look out for? How can parents

Sep 24
29 min

The Knock at the Door | Episode 3

#38 trending · True Crime

In 2005, a knock at Stacie and Brett’'s door changed everything. It would take Stacie nearly 20 years to uncover the truth. It was hidden in a long forgotten investigatio

Sep 22
46 min

The Wedding | Episode 2

#35 trending · True Crime

Stacie and Brett's relationship wasn't a secret—their community watched it unfold. Some saw it as a fairy tale. Others felt a quiet unease. In this episode you hear what

Sep 15
42 min

The Cool Teacher | Episode 1

#34 trending · True Crime

Fifteen year-old Stacie Love was just a sophomore when she met the young, charismatic English teacher, Brett Fischer. He was the "cool" teacher, and she wanted to be his

Sep 15
32 min

This is Not Just a Terrible Story

In 2005, Stacie Love's life was turned upside down by a knock on the door. Twenty years later, she discovers the truth about her marriage to her former teacher and a cult

Sep 4
2 min

Chart trend

Position in the overall Apple Podcasts chart (US), last 90 days.

#40
all-time peak
2
days in the top 50 since Oct 2026

Chart positions

Where Not Just A Terrible Story ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Oct 8, 2026).

#40 ▲ 8 All Podcasts US
#10 — True Crime US

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It’s clear the care and intentionality they’ve put into the journalism & production. I appreciate all the extra writing they’re doing on Substack to supplement the show, and tbh can’t believe this topic isn’t discussed more on a national level. We all know someone who has dealt with educator sexual misconduct, and it’s chilling. Props to Stacie for her bravery in coming forward. Here’s hoping this show sparks more of a national conversation. We all need it.

podcastfansince2014 · Sep 2026

I am so moved by this podcast thus far and by Stacie’s courage. The producers handled this with so much care, thoughtfulness and humanity. Really powerful, intentional and compelling storytelling. I can’t recommend it enough!

hi10001919191 · Sep 2026

We all heard the rumors in high school. Witnessed it or maybe it was you. Excellent narration and storytelling. I can’t wait to hear the rest of the story.

P1ckle Queen · Sep 2026

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