In this episode, Jake and Michele are joined by Gina and Amber from the Weird
True Crime podcast to discuss the tragic story of Judy Malinowski, a mother of
two who was set on fire by her abuser, Michael Slager, and bravely fought for 696
days to survive—ultimately making legal history by testifying against him.
The discussion delves into the devastating impact of domestic violence, the legal
significance of Judy’s case, her brave testimony, and the historic role she played
in speaking out against her abuser. The panel also explores the warning signs of
abusive relationships, the difficulties victims face when trying to escape, and the
lasting legacy of Judy’s Law. They emphasize the importance of raising
awareness about domestic abuse and the vital work Weird True Crime is doing to
highlight lesser-known cases and bring attention to critical issues in the true crime
world.
**PLEASE NOTE** The topics discussed in this episode are dark in nature and
may be distressing to some listeners. We will be exploring sensitive subjects,
including domestic violence, severe fire burns, and murder, which may not be
suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Support Links
https://www.thehotline.org/
https://www.thehotline.org/resources/get-help-50-obstacles-to-leaving/
https://www.facebook.com/Judysfoundation.org
Weird True Crime
https://www.weirdtruecrime.com/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weird-true-crime/id1642363009
https://open.spotify.com/show/3BHNffWPPzW79m0s5phIWM
https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9d0c54e2-1ec0-4994-bc3c-
33c8a0c3dcaf/weird-true-crime
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcAPlqQ1t9nzA9B6kAKifmA
Case Source Links
https://lawandcrime.com/crime/michael-slager-pleads-guilty-to-murder-after-
dousing-girlfriend-with-gas-setting-judy-malinowski-on-fire/
https://www.judysfoundation.org/about/
https://people.com/judy-malinowski-woman-set-fire-ex-testified-grave-behind-
bars-life-7503471
https://people.com/crime/the-fire-that-took-her-judy-malinowski-case/
https://people.com/crime/judy-malinowski-set-fire-fiance-heroic-fight/
https://people.com/judy-malinowski-last-moments-fire-that-took-her-exclusive-
7503538
https://appgateway.drc.ohio.gov/OffenderSearch/Search/Details/A731261
https://www.nbc4i.com/news/judy-malinowski-dies-nearly-two-years-after-being-
set-on-fire/
https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/gahanna-man-pleads-no-contest-charges-
setting-woman-fire/530-bebe39bc-62ac-43a7-b42a-50e121da7965
https://people.com/crime/judy-malinowski-set-on-fire-fiance-5-things/
https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/judy-malinowski-attack-survivor-who-
fought-change-ohio-law-dies-33/530-1fe7ee85-aa78-499e-bad3-f065fae1bbcf
https://web.archive.org/web/20190702053044/https://www.10tv.com/article/find-
help-run-woman-set-fire-shares-message-abused-women
https://web.archive.org/web/20190702083142/https://www.10tv.com/article/woman-
set-fire-i-want-fight-live
https://web.archive.org/web/20171002181027/http://www.10tv.com/article/woman-
set-fire-attackers-punishment-doesnt-fit-crime
https://web.archive.org/web/20190702051023/http://www.10tv.com/article/judge-
woman-set-fire-allowed-record-testimony-potential-murder-trial
https://www.egan-ryan.com/obituary/Judith-Malinowski
https://www.gofundme.com/f/hope-and-help-for-judy
https://www.wdtn.com/news/u-s-world/slager-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-after-
pleading-guilty-in-judy-malinowski-murder-case/
https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2018/07/05/slager-pleads-avoids-
death-penalty/987168007/
https://web.archive.org/web/20190705225458/http://www.10tv.com/article/judy-
malinowskis-daughters-our-mommy-didnt-suffer-vain
https://people.com/crime/judy-malinowski-murderer-michael-slager-pleads-
sentenced/
https://people.com/judy-malinowski-fire-took-her-exclusive-dying-wish-daughters-
7505022
Judy’s deposition https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBapvOaUjj4
The Fire That Took Her (2022), https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21995004/
Series Links
lovelustfear
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lovelustfridays
https://www.instagram.com/lovelustfridays
Jake Deptula
http://www.instagram.com/jaked3000
Michele Locke
https://www.michelelocke.com/
https://www.instagram.com/attorneymichelelocke/
Haley Gray | Producer & Researcher
https://www.instagram.com/HaleyGrayResearch
http://www.HaleyGrayResearch.com
National Domestic Violence Hotline (24/7/365)
Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Text: START to 88788
https://www.thehotline.org/
https://www.facebook.com/NationalDomesticViolenceHotline
https://www.instagram.com/NDVHofficial/
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topics | #TrueCrime #DomesticViolence #JudyMalinowski #Podcasting
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