The 13th Step

Federal prosecutors now say the vandalism scheme was Eric Spofford’s idea all along. Spofford appears in federal court, and Lauren explains what this remarkable moment means for her and her sources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Federal prosecutors have charged a fourth person in the vandalism case, a man they describe as a “close, personal associate” of Eric Spofford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Federal prosecutors have charged three men for their alleged roles in the vandalism incidents. According to the feds, the vandalism was "solicited" by a "close, personal associate" of Eric Spofford's. Reporter Jason Moon goes to the arraignment at a Boston courthouse and tells Lauren what happened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A conversation with one of the women whose story of sexual assault you heard earlier in this podcast. She talks with Lauren about what it was like to hear her story published, the legal threats she has faced from Eric Spofford and his lawyers, and why she decided to speak out in the first place.The 13th Step is a production of New Hampshire Public Radio’s Document team. More at 13thsteppodcast.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since Lauren began reporting, Eric Spofford sold his New Hampshire company for millions of dollars and filed a defamation lawsuit in response to NHPR’s coverage. We catch you up on everything that’s happened. And we introduce you to a sober living community where addressing women’s sexual trauma is a priority.The 13th Step is a production of New Hampshire Public Radio’s Document team. More at 13thsteppodcast.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to catch a predator in the addiction treatment industry? We hear about a case in California where the CEO of a network of treatment facilities was convicted of sexual assault and massive insurance fraud. It required years of work – and two women who banded together and refused to give up.The 13th Step is a production of New Hampshire Public Radio’s Document team. More at 13thsteppodcast.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the chaotic world of addiction treatment, where accountability often goes missing. Discover how the term 'wild west' encapsulates the lack of oversight in the industry. Hear alarming testimonials about 13th stepping and the challenges victims face in reporting misconduct. Explore whether the 12-step model supports or hinders recovery, especially for women dealing with trauma. The podcast sheds light on the need for reform, as experts weigh in on the deep-rooted issues and necessary changes to improve safety and efficacy in treatment.

The podcast discusses the challenges faced when reporting on allegations of sexual misconduct. It explores the aftermath of publishing the story and the attempts to intimidate witnesses. The narrator shares incidents of vandalism at their parents' home and the fear and anger it evoked. They grapple with emotional involvement and personal safety while pursuing the truth. Another incident of vandalism occurs, and the podcast concludes by exploring the inhumane treatment of individuals with addictions.