Let's Not Meet: A True Horror Podcast 15x19: The Bumble Date From Hell
Nov 10, 2025
This episode dives into a series of chilling tales. A woman reveals the red flags of a creepy roommate, while a teacher recounts the terrifying aftermath of reporting abuse. A cross-country road trip leads to a stalker situation at a welcome sign. A night in an Airbnb turns into a nightmare when a stranger makes a bold advance. The strangest Bumble date ever involves a guy who keeps changing plans and becomes coercive. These stories bring to light the unsettling encounters that can happen anywhere.
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Roommate Who Crossed Into Menace
- A young woman recounted living with a roommate, Dirk, whose father had criminal issues and expected her to become subservient and marry Dirk.
- Dirk escalated from theft and intimidation to attempting to sabotage her car and carrying knives, prompting her to move out.
Teacher Who Reported Child Abuse Faced Threats
- A first grade teacher reported a timid student with patterned bruises and called Child Protective Services, which led to the abusive father confronting her with a baseball bat.
- The community rallied, police arrested him, and she received an armed escort for months.
Stay Together And Arm Up On Road Trips
- Stay together and keep a visible companion when approached by a stranger in an isolated area.
- Use improvised defenses and buy personal protection like mace as soon as possible after a scary encounter.