Call Her Daddy: Jessi Draper – Blackmail, Orgies & Escorts

Host: Alex Cooper
Guest: Jessi Draper
Date: March 25, 2026

Overview

In this revealing and candid episode, Alex Cooper sits down with Jessi Draper, star of "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," to discuss the explosive personal and cast drama surrounding the show, including recent abuse allegations, leaked videos, and her own tumultuous marriage and public divorce from Jordan. Jessi opens up about cycles of emotional abuse, blackmail, infidelity, and how the toxic dynamics within her relationship – and those on the show – have played out both on- and off-camera. The conversation also touches on personal healing, the impact of reality TV celebrity, and future plans post-divorce.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Fallout from Taylor Frankie Paul & Dakota Scandal

[04:11 - 14:39]

• Jessi addresses the recent breaking news involving her "Secret Lives" co-stars, including disturbing video footage of Taylor and Dakota's domestic dispute.
• The cast decided to halt filming for everyone's mental health after news began to leak and before all facts were known.
• Production was paused first by the network for the cast's protection; later, the cast themselves chose to halt filming as the situation escalated:
  • "We just thought, for everyone's mental health, let's take a beat and let's not film right now." – Jessi, [07:32]
• Jessi reflects on how difficult it is seeing her real friends suffer, vouching for Taylor's capacity for change but emphasizing the need for help and prioritizing children's wellbeing.

Notable Quotes

• “I don't like to judge someone in their darkest moment... I'll judge the mistake. And Taylor really has made a lot of changes, and that's what's so hard for me.” – Jessi, [05:21]

2. Impact on the Show & Group Dynamics

[07:28 - 12:29]

• Jessi explains the group's reaction to the leaks: immediate unity on pausing production, and a desire to address life as humans first, then TV stars.
• Clarifies the process and mutual decision-making between production and cast.
• Discusses shock at Dakota filing a new domestic violence report and speculation about Dakota leaking videos to TMZ:
  • "I don't know who it is, but if I had to guess, it's Dakota." – Jessi, [14:31]

3. Jessi’s Divorce Bombshell & Escalating Marital Issues

[16:13 - 29:19]

• Jessi reveals she discovered that Jordan filed for divorce via a text from TMZ, despite previously agreeing to notify their children together.
• Jordan filed quickly, allegedly to get ahead of Jessi’s Call Her Daddy appearance; she ended the marriage but he wanted to control the narrative.
• Reports surface of Jordan using money on escorts – Jessi confirms she received proof of this from an escort service (before filming season one):
  • “I do have proof and screenshots that ... he was trying to meet up with them. He got a hotel room, and I have all of that.” – Jessi, [18:33]
• Rumors of Jordan’s attendance at sex parties and possible involvement of other “Dad Talk” men.
• Jessi's realization that she was “protecting” Jordan publicly while being privately betrayed.
• Emotional abuse escalated to blackmail: Jordan threatened to release messages about Jessi’s kiss with Marciano to hurt her reputation and business.

Notable Quotes

• “He has a history of being emotionally abusive. And so I was like, I'm not gonna get into this.” – Jessi, [25:15]
• “He tracked me. He’s listened in on my cameras in my house... so I was like, I have to do things where he can’t look through my stuff.” – Jessi, [26:30]
• “He was blackmailing me with Marciano texts ... and anytime he was mad at me, he's like, I'm gonna post them. I'm gonna ruin your life.” – Jessi, [37:15]

4. Emotional Abuse, Self-Worth, and Leaving

[32:19 - 56:13]

• Jessi walks through the early days of her relationship, the rapid start, and how patterns of control and emotional abuse mirrored her first marriage.
• Details Jordan’s need for control, frequent criticism, and pressure to conform to traditional gender roles while benefiting from her financial support.
• Admits to losing a sense of self and suffering panic attacks during intimacy:
  • “My body has told me... your body keeps the score. My body was trying to tell me for, like, a whole year we're not safe.” – Jessi, [45:44]
• Explains the coping mechanisms developed (numbing, overworking, cosmetic surgery) as ways to handle constant stress and criticism.
• Describes the moment she realized she was in an abusive marriage, triggered by a conversation with her energy healer and voicing the truth aloud.
• Jessi voices regret about cosmetic procedures:
  • “I got my surgeries after season four and I looked back and I was like, I looked so good in season four. What was I thinking?” – Jessi, [55:32]

5. Infidelity, Blackmail, and the Cycle

[51:25 - 55:07]

• The show highlighted Jessi’s affair with Marciano; Jessi reframes it as a cry for help and a desperate attempt to escape.
• Jordan’s response was to stay and further control Jessi, weaponizing her infidelity while denying his own much more serious betrayals.
• Jordan admitted in therapy to emotionally abusive behavior, but meaningful change didn’t stick.
• “Having your partner blackmail you in that way ... the person that you love the most and should care about you the most, even though you hurt them, should never put you in a situation where you feel like you’re always walking on eggshells.” – Jessi, [39:15]

6. Divorce Logistics & Next Steps

[60:54 - 68:07]

• Jessi describes the final realization and moment of asking for divorce.
• She addresses the prenup: her businesses are protected, but alimony and child support are likely.
• The public and Internet response to her divorce has been overwhelmingly supportive, validating her decision.
• She voices hope for honest conversations with her children about the mistakes and lessons of her past.

7. Reflections, Healing, and Looking Forward

[70:39 - 74:26]

• Jessi admits that even now, she sometimes feels the urge to protect Jordan or doubts her choices – hallmarks of lingering trauma and manipulation.
• Expresses excitement (and nervousness) about dating for the first time in adulthood.
• Her friends, castmates, and even viewers are largely supportive, recognizing the courage it took to leave and wishing her happiness.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “There is so much pain underneath the surface for Taylor... Seeing that video, and, yes, the child being involved is awful.” – Jessi Draper, [05:21]
• “In my marriage, it felt like Dakota was the other woman. Like, Dakota and Jordan are so in love...” – Jessi, [10:18]
• “Finding out about your divorce on TMZ... my heart sunk because ... we agreed to tell our children together before filing.” – Jessi, [16:39]
• “When season one dropped, I had an escort service reach out to me... so he's, you know, I... protected him through all the Marciano stuff, and he denied it to me...” – Jessi, [18:33]
• “I could tell my mom wasn't even shocked and she was hoping we would really just end...” – Alex, [44:01]
• “I have a text where he's like, you wanted this so you can leave.” – Jessi, [28:01]
• “Your body will tell you... My body was trying to tell me for like a whole year we're not safe.” – Jessi, [45:44]
• “You accept the love you think you deserve. And that's what happened to me.” – Jessi, [43:11]
• “I woke up one day and was like, it’s such a simple thought, but I was like, I can change this. I can change my life.” – Jessi, [62:01]
• “Kelsey Ballerini has a breakup album... I had to give him half... I resonate with that so much... all the hard work that I’ve done... and you just get to get a chunk of that.” – Jessi, [67:00]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [04:11] — Taylor/Dakota scandal & leaks
• [07:32] — Filming paused/unity among cast
• [14:31] — Speculation about Dakota leaking video
• [16:13] — Jessi learns of divorce filing via TMZ
• [18:33] — Confirmation of Jordan and escorts
• [26:30] — Jordan’s controlling/spy behaviors
• [37:15] — Blackmail over Marciano texts
• [43:11] — Accepting emotional abuse/family context
• [45:44] — Intimacy and body’s response to trauma
• [55:32] — Regret and meaning behind cosmetic surgeries
• [60:54] — Final moment of asking for divorce
• [67:00] — Feelings about financial settlement
• [70:39] — Speaking her truth on the podcast
• [73:18] — Dating after divorce

Rapid Fire Round

[75:11 - 79:53]

• Uncertainty about a season four reunion; closest friendships are with Macy and Makila.
• No contact with Demi since S3 reunion; "Wish her happiness... not meant to be."
• Group chats: One includes Taylor, another without her – to coordinate film pause.
• Dad Talk: Jessi predicts it won’t survive; was always a point of tension and competition.
• Final message: “Remember that we are real people with real lives... you see this much of our life, it’s cut down, it’s edited... give people grace because we’re all going through it right now. Any woman that’s been in a situation like mine: you’re worthy and you’re enough and you can do it.” – Jessi, [79:31]

Tone

The conversation is raw, deeply honest, occasionally humorous (particularly around orgy/escort rumors and reality TV absurdity), and ultimately empowering. Both Alex Cooper and Jessi strike a balance between validating the serious, traumatic nature of the events and holding on to hope for personal freedom, growth, and self-worth.

Conclusion

This episode delivers an unfiltered window into the hidden realities behind the facade of reality television stardom – abusive dynamics, family turmoil, the power of community among women, and the courage required to reclaim one’s narrative and autonomy. Jessi Draper's story, as told here, will resonate with anyone grappling with toxic relationships and seeking the strength to rebuild.