No Filter With Zack Peter
Episode: Taylor Frankie Paul Reportedly "Choked" Dakota & Guthrie Family Takes Polygraph Tests!
Date: March 17, 2026

Episode Overview

This episode is a whirlwind tour through the latest, most dramatic pop culture and reality TV scandals. Zack Peter dives deep into three main stories:

• The shocking verdict in the Corey Richins case (the "Utah Black Widow")
• Explosive behind-the-scenes fallout from the current season of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, focusing on Taylor Frankie Paul's alleged altercation with Dakota Mortensen and the show's halted production
• A major update on the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, including the Guthrie family’s reported polygraph tests

Zack keeps the tone light, cheeky, and irreverently gossipy, all while dishing verified receipts and interacting with his listeners and their live questions.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Corey Richins: The “Utah Black Widow” Case

[03:00–17:45]

• Case Recap & Sensational Details: Zack delivers a brisk but thorough overview of the Corey Richins case—a Utah mother and author convicted of poisoning her husband with fentanyl.
  • She was dubbed “Black Widow” after murdering her husband and then writing a children’s book about grief.
  • Zack reads through case details with a mix of disbelief and dark humor:
    Quote: “She wanted to find the best luxury prison. She wanted to know where Martha Stewart was staying.” (09:50)
• Trial Evidence:
  • Richins’ digital trail (Googling doses, writing about death, searching luxury prisons)
  • A housekeeper who testified about buying her the drugs
  • Her “walk the dog” jail letter, allegedly coaching her family on what to say
  • Financial motives and her mounting debts
• Public Fascination:
  • The case captured America’s attention because of the juxtaposition between grieving widow persona and her reality
  • Zack notes how “the widow versus accused killer” narrative and “calculated behavior” became the prosecution’s throughline
    Quote: “She wrote a children’s book about grief called ‘Are You With Me?’ Well, if he is, he’s haunting your ass.” (13:25)
• Aftermath:
  • Richins faces 25 years to life, sentencing is scheduled for May 13, 2026
  • Listeners are intrigued by the “walk the dog” letter and ghostwriting revelations
    Quote: “Maybe we need to dive into this case a bit more. I’m actually starting to get a little more into the true crime genre.” (17:10)

2. Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Taylor Frankie Paul & Dakota’s Domestic Drama

[17:45–42:50]

• Production Paused Amid Explosive Allegations:
  • Filming of Season 5 is currently on hold due to a DV incident between Taylor and Dakota (late Feb 2026).
  • Allegations: Taylor reportedly choked Dakota in front of their son, attempted to change his police report, and later left scratch marks seen by a friend who called law enforcement
  • Both parties claim to be victims; sources from both sides offer conflicting stories—Taylor says Dakota was the aggressor; Dakota says Taylor attacked him.
  • Dakota has since gone MIA, further stalling production
  • Child and Family Services involved, reportedly on Dakota’s insistence about alleged child abuse (which Taylor denies)
  • Quote: “The Sun reached out to law enforcement… There are allegations of violence from Dakota. But it would be fair to say the claims were made by both parties… It’s a complicated one. Very he said, she said.” (23:45)
• Taylor’s Probation Status & Past Arrest:
  • Zack reminds listeners: “Remember, she was taken into custody back in 2023 for throwing a chair at Dakota—and it hit her daughter.”
• Cast & Network Fallout:
  • Other women on Secret Lives are refusing to film—producers and cast at odds.
  • Speculation arose that cast members were jealous of Taylor for stealing the show, especially as she landed the Bachelorette co-lead role. Jesse (another cast member) publicly commented to Zack, debunking the “jealousy” angle.
    Quote (reading Jesse’s comment): “It was never a jealousy thing. lol. No.” (25:40)
  • ABC/Hulu’s risky decision to cast Taylor is analyzed, with Zack musing on reality TV’s desperation for viral drama and the risks of bleeding scandals across network properties.
• Taylor’s Alleged 150 Phone Calls in a Night:
  • Zack shares a “bonkers” revelation from Reality Steve: Taylor allegedly called Dakota over 150 times in one night, with call logs showing 33 calls in three minutes and 118 more at 3:44 a.m.
  • Quote: “If you don’t call me 150 times in one night, do you even really love me? That’s the kind of love I want!” (38:45)

3. Bachelorette Vetting & Network Crisis

[40:40–43:45]

• ABC Bachelorette Producers Caught Off-Guard:
  • Zack shares the latest from TMZ: Despite Taylor’s history being “well documented,” new producers wanted her to bring a “wider audience” and may have “cut corners” in vetting.
  • ABC has hired PR crisis management for the fallout.
  • Quote: “They did have to know about her past… but I think they were also blindsided by the recent situation.” (42:12)

4. Nancy Guthrie Disappearance: Polygraph Tests & Case Status

[43:46–46:00]

• Major Update:
  • SWAT leader Chad Ayers told Megyn Kelly the Guthrie family all took and passed polygraph tests (not confirmed by law enforcement yet).
  • Zack analyzes what passing polygraphs would mean for the investigation: probably verifies their alibi, but, “Polygraphs are not admissible in court.”
  • The case appears cold, with “no strong leads” and “no idea, no arrests… it’s been 45 days.”
    Quote: “If they did pass polygraphs and can confirm their whereabouts, then I can understand how and why the family might have been cleared.” (44:23)
  • Listeners express skepticism at taking polygraph results at face value.

5. Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Trailer Drop (Brief Segment)

[46:00–47:00]

• Zack narrates the visual trailer for the new Hannah Montana special on Disney+, jokingly lamenting he can’t play the music on air.
  • “You get the best of both worlds!”
  • Remarks on Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus’s reunion, lightheartedly weaving in listener nostalgia.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• On the state of reality TV:
  “Bravo’s growing stale, but I think Hulu is the smartest player… They know what their audience wants—they’re circulating their cast across shows, mixing the old and new.” (28:52)
• On public drama fueling the shows:
  “It’s great promotion for Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Season 5… I’m seated with my popcorn!” (35:42)
• On Taylor & Dakota’s toxic dynamic:
  “It feels to me like it’s a ‘If I can’t have her, nobody can’ situation.” (32:59)
• On being cited in the news:
  Zack repeatedly celebrates being credited by major outlets like Perez Hilton, People, EW, Just Jared—even Yahoo Singapore:
  “They even included my video… That’s so sweet. Thank you, Perez Hilton!” (44:15+)
• On the absurdity of Taylor’s call log:
  “Where are her kids? What’s happening here?” (39:08)
• On the unresolved Guthrie case:
  “The whole case is fishy because they have no leads… We’re pushing 45 days—soon it’ll be two months with no answers.” (45:03)
• On fan comments and podcast success:
  • Recognizes fans sending his coverage to family, playfully roasting trolls, and asking listeners to subscribe and leave reviews

Timestamps for Major Segments

• [03:00] – Corey Richins “Utah Black Widow” murder case
• [17:45] – Secret Lives of Mormon Wives drama, Taylor Frankie Paul arrest, domestic violence allegations, cast reactions, show halted
• [36:00] – Taylor’s alleged 150+ phone calls to Dakota in one night
• [40:40] – ABC/Bachelorette producers blindsided by Taylor’s new allegations; PR crisis
• [43:45] – Nancy Guthrie case, polygraph update, case (still) cold
• [46:00] – Hannah Montana 20th anniversary trailer (brief break from scandal)
• [47:29] – Outro/ads

Summary

This episode of No Filter With Zack Peter delivers a rapid-fire mix of true crime intrigue, reality TV chaos, and exclusive behind-the-scenes insight. Zack’s energetic recap of the Corey Richins case is as darkly amusing as it is informative, while his in-depth coverage of the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives fiasco brings receipts and real-time analysis on the fallout from Taylor Frankie Paul’s ongoing domestic scandals. The Nancy Guthrie polygraph update points to a still-mysterious case with few answers. Zack wraps it all in his trademark wit, fan interaction, and excitement at being cited across the celeb news landscape, making the show both an entertaining tea party and a near-essential resource for anyone who wants to keep up with the latest reality TV and pop culture drama.