The Bert Show – "Vault: Jenna's Antichrist" (Nov 19, 2025)
Episode Overview
In this episode, The Bert Show takes a dive into listener Tina’s harrowing story about her so-called “dating Antichrist”—an ex-boyfriend whose abusive and criminal behavior haunted her and her family for years. With help from private investigator Sandra at MateCheck, the team uncovers what has happened to Tina’s ex and provides both Tina and her mother, Ann, some long-awaited peace of mind. The conversation explores the deep, lingering trauma caused by abusive relationships, the importance of background checks in dating, and the resilience needed to reclaim your life after abuse.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. Defining the "Dating Antichrist"
- Burt introduces the theme: “This is the person that you completely sold out for... No matter how abusive they were… you went back time and time again…” (01:38)
- The cast likens it to repeatedly giving in to a childhood bully, with increasingly destructive consequences for self-esteem and well-being. (02:02)
2. Tina’s Story: Surviving Abuse
- Tina describes a year-and-a-half-long relationship marked by verbal and physical abuse, control, and fear.
- “We went on vacation one time and he kicked me across the room because I was talking to people that he met in a bar.” (02:54)
- “He caused this huge scene in the bar… said, if you don’t come home, I’m bringing my gun down there and I’m gonna get you…” (03:02)
- Tina reveals, “Yes. And I finally was like, just do it. It’s better than being with you...” after he threatened her with a gun, showing how deep the despair ran. (03:28)
3. Ann’s Perspective: A Mother’s Fear
- Ann (Tina’s mom) confides: “For the 18 months she dated him, every time the phone rang, my heart would stop. I thought this would be the call that she was dead.” (04:16)
- Ann voices her ongoing fear for her granddaughter’s safety, knowing the ex’s violent tendencies: “…if he’s still alive and affected on the young ladies, I could just have him exterminated. He doesn’t need to be faint walking to the face of the earth.” (05:06)
- The whole family lived in constant fear, even organizing a support network to help Tina escape. (06:03)
4. The Value of Background Checks – Sandra from MateCheck
- Sandra (PI) advocates strongly for background searches before dating:
- “This could have saved Tina all this misery, her family all this misery…” (07:56)
- Background checks can cover everything from DUIs and sex offender registry to civil judgments—taking 3 to 5 days, sometimes with only basic information needed. (09:17)
- Sandra shares a cautionary tale: “Anyways, he ended up beating her so bad, she was in ICU and barely made it out of the hospital.” (10:13)
5. The Investigation Results: What Happened to the Ex?
- Sandra reveals a history of criminal convictions:
- “Criminal interference with government property... possessed a firearm... driving with a suspended license... simple battery... impersonating an officer...” (12:03)
- “He was in and out of prison, you know, probation, back in jail. And then the latest thing… disorderly conduct.” (13:36)
- Reassurance for Tina & Ann:
- The ex is no longer living in Atlanta or even Georgia. “It appears he is not in Atlanta.” (14:51)
- He does not have a job, house, or marriage – essentially “loser across the board.” (16:13)
- Final relief: “So, Tina, you can walk away with this… knowing at least he’s a safe distance away. He hasn’t changed at all…” (16:29)
6. Aftermath & Advice for Listeners
- Tina’s perspective: “I got over it. I love my life now, so that’s good for me. But, you know, it sucks that I hurt my parents like that.” (11:19)
- Sandra: “You should recommend to anybody that, you know that's dating, to get this background check first, because if you would have known this, you could have avoided all that pain and suffering up until this day.” (15:16)
7. Behind the Scenes: Covert Decoy Work
- Sandra shares about decoy investigations to test a partner’s fidelity:
- “We have decoys that will wire themselves up, go to where he will be… and just approach… to see if he’ll pick up on the decoy, what he will say…” (17:47)
- Sandra, a 12-year veteran in this field, shares she’s had some “good background searches… and saved some people like Tina before it has happened.” (18:58)
Memorable Quotes & Notable Moments
"For the 18 months she dated him, every time the phone rang, my heart would stop. I thought this would be the call that she was dead." – Ann (Tina’s Mom), (04:16)
"Yes. And I finally was like, just do it. It's better than being with you." – Tina, recalling the moment her ex threatened her with a gun (03:28)
“This type of person that you were dating can only overpower you and brainwash you because he is a very bad person… it's not because you're weak.” – Sandra (MateCheck), (12:03)
"You didn't make a mistake, that's for sure. Breaking up with this guy, that was never even a question in my mind." – Burt, (16:29)
“You should recommend to anybody that, you know that's dating, to get this background check first, because if you would have known this, you could have avoided all that pain and suffering up until this day.” – Sandra (MateCheck), (15:16)
Key Timestamps
- 01:38 – Burt introduces the concept of the "dating Antichrist"
- 02:45–03:36 – Tina details the abuse from her ex
- 04:09–06:16 – Ann shares the mother's perspective and ongoing fears
- 07:56–09:17 – Introduction of MateCheck and the value of comprehensive background checks
- 12:03–13:48 – Sandra details the ex’s criminal background
- 14:51–16:13 – Update on ex’s current location and status; reassurance for Tina and Ann
- 17:47–19:42 – Sandra explains covert decoy work and reveals case outcomes in Atlanta
Tone and Takeaways
The tone of the episode strikes a candid, empathetic balance—The Bert Show’s signature mix of real talk, occasional humor, and authentic warmth. The hosts create a supportive environment for Tina and her mom, interspersing moments of lightness to soften the gravity of the material. The episode’s central message is preventative: listeners should protect themselves and their loved ones through background checks and vigilance, with a strong emphasis on reclaiming life and community after abuse.