S1: E2 - The Aftermath

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04/28/22 • 27 min

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Through his social media and texts, Jenifer learns devastating details about her husband’s double life. The arrest was the tip of the iceberg. She was living with and loving a man with addictions, fantasies, and predilections he kept hidden the entire time they were together. She discovers more about Spencer’s crimes and how he justifies his behavior. Eventually Jenifer turns the devastation inward wondering if it’s her shortcomings that caused this. Family and friends rally around her. She realizes to heal and move on she will have to learn everything she can about the man she married.

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S1: E1 - The Perfect Husband

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Jenifer Faison, a successful reality television producer, waited for love and was thrilled when she reconnected with her college sweetheart 20 years later. They were older but the spark reignited and after a whirlwind courtship Jen and Spencer married and enjoyed a wonderful relationship. Everyone thought Spencer, a two-time “Teacher of the Year” award winner, was the perfect doting, attentive husband. But on June 1, 2018, when Jen arrived home, her husband holding a search warrant. The police soon arrived and took her husband out in handcuffs. It was the last time she has seen him.

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S1: E3 - Breaking Her Silence

Jenifer’s first conversation is with the victim of her ex-husband's most egregious acts. The teenage student that was sexually abused by Spencer Herron who was her teacher at the time. She is now a 21-year-old college student. She speaks about that experience publicly for the first time ever with Jenifer, his ex-wife. It’s a powerful exchange between the two women who never expected to meet one another. The victim’s account draws a roadmap of how a predator operates when a trusted adult targets a young person. Jenifer is devastated at the depravity of Spencer’s behavior. Both women find healing in sharing with each other and the community.

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Betrayal: Weekly - S1: E2 - The Aftermath

Transcript Summary

In the gripping episode titled "The Aftermath" of this podcast, we delve into the shocking aftermath of Spencer Heron and Jennifer Faison's marriage. Unveiling a dark secret, Spencer's multiple affairs and explicit fetishes come to light, leaving Jennifer emotionally shattered and blaming herself. As Spencer's crimes of sexual assault on school property are revealed, he is incarcerated, leaving Jennifer to grapple with financial struggles and loss. Despite minimal support to Spencer in prison, he fails to convince anyone of his innocence, resulting in a hefty twenty-year sentence. Join us in the next episode as Jennifer confronts the truth and seeks healing, including a meeting with one of Spencer's former students, who bravely shares her own story. Don't miss this riveting episode that explores the aftermath of deception, betrayal, and the journey towards recovery.

Transcript

Speaker 100:00:00.239

This podcast discusses sexual assault. Please take care while listening.

Speaker 100:00:07.080

On December thirtieth, twenty twelve, Spencer Heron and Jennifer Faison were married. Let us pray, God of all love and mercy,

Speaker 100:00:17.320

make this a sacred place, Holly, by your presence and by the love that we celebrate today, help us to find and this couple's love and laughter,

S1: E2 - The Aftermath Top Questions Answered

How did Spencer Heron's marriage end up?

Spencer Heron's marriage ended in betrayal and scandal when he was indicted on charges of sexual assault.

What happened to Jennifer Faison after her husband's indictment?

Jennifer Faison faced financial struggles, had to sell her home, and ended up living in a rent-free basement apartment.

Did Spencer Heron have multiple affairs?

Yes, Spencer Heron had multiple affairs, which his wife Jennifer discovered after his secret life was exposed.

What were some of Spencer Heron's secret fetishes?

Spencer Heron had secret fetishes, including a preference for being referred to as "Daddy" by his lovers.

How did Jennifer Faison's self-esteem suffer?

Jennifer Faison blamed herself for her husband's actions, leading to a decline in her self-esteem.

What was the outcome of Spencer Heron's trial?

Spencer Heron was sentenced to 20 years in state prison for five counts of sexual assault.

Did Spencer Heron maintain contact with his former students?

Yes, Spencer Heron maintained contact with former students and even tried to convince them to meet up.

How did Spencer Heron's friends and family react to his actions?

Despite his actions, some of Spencer Heron's friends and family wanted to stay in touch and make amends.

What happened to Jennifer Faison's marriage after the betrayal?

Jennifer Faison ended her marriage with Spencer Heron after discovering his secret life and multiple infidelities.

What is the podcast "Betrayal" about?

The podcast "Betrayal" explores stories of betrayal and its aftermath, produced by Glass Podcasts in partnership with iHeart Podcasts.

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