Gabby Petito & Brian Laundrie: When Van Life Turns Deadly

In 2021, the disappearance of 22-year-old Gabby Petito and the subsequent death of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, captured national attention. But beyond the headlines and nonstop media coverage lies a deeper story of coercive control, red flags that went unnoticed, and the devastating consequences of domestic violence.

In this episode, we revisit Gabby and Brian’s relationship, from the excitement of their van-life journey to the disturbing dynamics revealed in police encounters, text messages, and Brian’s final writings. We’ll explore how family dynamics, manipulation, and missed opportunities for intervention shaped this tragedy—and what has changed in the wake of Gabby’s death.

Join us as we dig into the tender and twisted truths behind one of the most publicized cases of the decade.

Content Warning: domestic violence, manipulation, suicide