New Podcast lovelustlaw Dives Into the Behind the Scenes of Divorce, Power and the Courts

Hosted by divorce attorney and former associate court judge Michele Locke and Strictly Stalking's Jake Deptula, the show unpacks what really happens behind courtroom doors

AUSTIN, Texas, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 50% of marriages in the U.S. end in divorce. But what happens after the papers are signed? One new podcast is pulling back the curtain on the legal, emotional and psychological fallout of modern breakups.

lovelustlaw, launching July 1, is hosted by former Associate Family Court Judge and experienced family law litigation attorney, Michele Locke. With more than 22 years of courtroom experience, from both behind the bench and before it, Locke brings an unflinching, insider perspective to the courtroom battles most people never see. She's joined by Jake Deptula, the producer behind hit podcasts Strictly Stalking and lovelustfear, to go beyond the headlines and into the heat of what happens when relationships implode.

"Most people don't realize how brutal family court can be," says Locke. "This podcast is about shining a light on what really goes down behind closed doors – the failures, the flaws, the heartbreak and the realities of family law litigation."

"Michele's insights on lovelustfear episodes blew people away," adds Deptula. "With lovelustlaw, we're giving her a platform to go even deeper – with sharp legal analysis, survivor empathy and no sugarcoating."

lovelustlaw isn't just another true crime or divorce podcast – it's a forensic breakdown of cases you've heard about and many you haven't. With a mix of legal experience and raw commentary, Locke and Deptula tackle the stories that leave people asking: How did this happen – and could it happen to me?

Each episode will explore:

• Public relationship breakdowns and their intricate legal fallout, explored through an experienced legal lens – including deep dives into the shifting public perception of Brad Pitt across his divorces from Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie, examining the legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, and the infamous Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial
• The subtle (and not-so-subtle) dangers of toxic relationships
• Abuse of the litigation process in court – and in private
• What actually works when navigating betrayal, violence or emotional warfare inside and outside the courtroom.

lovelustlaw premieres July 1 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and across all major platforms.

About the Hosts
Michele Locke is a former Associate Family Court Judge and current family law attorney with over 22 years of experience. She's built her career representing survivors of abuse, protecting children, navigating complex custody disputes and fighting for real justice in the courtroom.

Jake Deptula is the co-host and producer behind Strictly Stalking and lovelustfear, two critically acclaimed podcasts spotlighting true stories of survival, obsession and manipulation. His experience producing gripping survivor narratives adds depth and narrative edge to lovelustlaw.

SOURCE Michele Locke