Love Trapped: More from Laura’s Deposition | BONUS
Podcast: Love Trapped (iHeartPodcasts & Glass Podcasts)
Air Date: March 27, 2026
Episode Overview
In this bonus episode, host Stephanie shares additional, never-before-heard portions of Laura Michelle Owens' deposition, recorded in March 2024. The deposition is a pivotal moment in the scandal involving former Bachelor Clayton Echard, who was accused of paternity by Laura. The episode exposes the conflicting and evasive testimony given by Laura, shedding light on allegations of fraud, misrepresentation of medical evidence, and manipulation within the complex legal saga. This detailed glimpse into the deposition demonstrates the tangled web of conflicting stories, legal maneuvering, and pressing questions at the heart of the case.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Deposition Setup and Tone
(02:07–03:09)
- Stephanie describes how Laura previously accused Greg Wudnick, Clayton's lawyer, of conspiring against her, but no legal action resulted.
- Wudnick begins the deposition with patience and kindness, thoroughly explaining Laura's rights, especially her Fifth Amendment rights.
- Notable Quote:
"I'm not smart enough to ask tricky questions. I'm going to ask real basic questions and ask for basic answers." — Greg Wudnick (03:09)
- Notable Quote:
2. Laura’s Understanding of the Fifth Amendment
(05:31–06:41)
- Laura clarifies her understanding of pleading the Fifth, with Wudnick reiterating her right to avoid self-incrimination during questioning.
3. Medical and Pharmacy History
(06:42–10:21)
- Laura is questioned about her medication history, specifically fertility drugs, to which she repeatedly answers that the drug names do not sound familiar.
- Wudnick systematically names fertility medications and Laura denies recognizing or having been prescribed any of them.
- She lists various telehealth companies and services she’s used for her healthcare needs.
- Notable Quotes:
"I would probably see One Medical." — Laura (08:27)
"The only OB/GYN that I have seen in the past two years...Mom Doc." — Laura (08:57)
- Notable Quotes:
- Discussion reveals Laura’s only in-person OB/GYN visit within two years was at “Mom Doc,” along with one urgent care appointment related to in-office pregnancy testing.
- Sets the stage for claims about test results (HCG levels from an urgent care test) and her purported pregnancy.
4. Laura’s Litigation History and Identity
(10:40–12:47)
- Wudnick walks Laura through her history of litigation:
- Personal injury lawsuit
- Orders of protection against multiple individuals, including Clayton
- Current and prior paternity and harassment-related actions
- Attempted injunction against podcaster Dave Neal
- Civil name change action (requested to change her name to “Emily Wilson” due to alleged stalking)
- She withdrew her petition after it was leaked online and denied a refund.
- Notable Quote:
"A YouTube content creator named Dave Neal discovered my name change petition...and chose to share this information with his audience. This dissemination...rendered the new name ineffective..." — Laura (Court Petition, paraphrased by Stephanie, 11:57)
5. Medical Evidence: Ultrasound Images
(12:51–13:51)
- Wudnick presents multiple ultrasound images as evidence, all with Laura’s name and identifiers.
- Laura admits her name appears but denies ownership of these records.
- Confirms sending certain messages to Clayton, but continues to dispute the authenticity of the sonograms.
6. Doctor’s Appointments and Misrepresentation
(14:11–15:29)
- Wudnick confronts Laura about prior testimony regarding treatment by Dr. McCool.
- Laura admits never meeting him—she was only “accepted into the practice” but never examined.
- Notable Quotes:
"You didn't lie. You just misled." — Wudnick (14:43)
"I don't think that's a fair way to say it. I mean, he accepted [me]...and I was still technically in the system." — Laura (14:47)
"What color hair does Dr. McCool have?" — Wudnick (15:04)
"He doesn't have hair, as far as I know." — Laura (15:06)
7. The Twin Pregnancy & Alleged Gender Evidence
(15:33–17:13)
- Discussion about ultrasound images Laura used to bolster her twin pregnancy claim.
- Laura says she had “confirmation” of twins’ genders from an online service.
- Admits to communicating with an online abortion pill provider, sending them ultrasound and pregnancy test images—uncertain if she sent an altered image.
- Notable Quotes:
"Who is the provider who told you that Exhibit 9 was a male and female fetus?" — Wudnick (16:06)
"It was whatever service I got the pills from, I had provided them with this ultrasound image..." — Laura (16:16)
"You changed a medical record and you're not a physician, Correct?" — Wudnick (17:22)
"I changed the top, but it was my image." — Laura (17:27)
8. Telemedicine and Self-Reported Pregnancy
(17:58–18:57)
- October 17, 2023, appointment was via video, not in-person.
- Laura admits the healthcare provider relied on Laura’s self-reporting—no physical exam was done.
- Allegations surface regarding Laura possibly wearing a prosthetic pregnancy belly, which she acknowledges she is “aware” of but they do not discuss further.
- Notable Quotes:
"She saw me physically on a video. I think I was very noticeably pregnant." — Laura (18:38)
"You understand that there's been allegations that you were wearing a prosthetic stomach?" — Wudnick (19:01)
"I'm aware of the allegations, yes." — Laura (19:01)
9. Discussion of Pseudocyesis (False Pregnancy)
(19:14–19:37)
- Wudnick asks Laura about “pseudocyesis.”
- Laura only knows the term from Reddit, denies researching it, and dismisses the relevance given her claimed “medical proof.”
- Notable Quote:
"People have accused me of that when I have medical proof of each. So I'm not concerned." — Laura (19:24)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On Pleading the Fifth:
"If I were to ask a question, and you felt that the answer to that question could cause you criminal consequence, all you have to do...is say...I'm going to go ahead and plead the Fifth. I will stop, and I will move on." — Wudnick (05:41–06:35) -
On Ultrasound Evidence:
"And you're denying they're yours?" — Wudnick (13:11)
"Yes." — Laura (13:12) -
On Online Abortion Services:
"Did you...to get the abortion pills?" — Wudnick (16:32)
"Yes." — Laura (16:35) -
On Telemedicine Pregnancy Reporting:
"That was from yourself reporting through the video portal, correct?" — Wudnick (18:32)
"That was, yes." — Laura (18:33) -
On Pseudocyesis:
"I've seen it on Reddit about thinking you're pregnant." — Laura (19:19)
Timeline of Notable Segments
| Timestamp | Segment Description | |------------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:07 | Introduction to bonus content and deposition context | | 03:09 | Wudnick lays out deposition procedure and rights | | 05:31 | Discussion of pleading the Fifth Amendment | | 06:42 | Pharmacy & telehealth services, medication history | | 10:40 | Laura’s litigation history and name change petition | | 12:51 | Ultrasound images and their authenticity | | 14:11 | Confrontation about doctor appointments (Dr. McCool) | | 15:33 | Twin pregnancy and gender claims | | 17:58 | Telemedicine reporting, prosthetic belly allegation | | 19:14 | Questioning about pseudocyesis | | 19:37 | End of deposition (off the record at 11:34am) |
Episode Tone & Takeaways
The tone of this bonus episode is investigative, methodical, and at times, incredulous. Stephanie presents Laura’s deposition as a web of half-truths, evasions, and inconsistencies—raising critical questions about truth, medical evidence, and manipulation. Wudnick’s calm, persistent questioning contrasts with Laura’s frequently vague, defensive, or contradictory answers, exposing the complexities beneath the scandal.
This detailed look into the deposition is essential for understanding the building case against Laura and the efforts to uncover the truth behind a headline-grabbing paternity dispute.