This isn’t your typical true crime story.
Brittani Ard steps back into the shadowy labyrinth of memories, scars, and fragile ties that bind us to our past. Wher...
Season five of Nobody Should Believe Me tells the story of Sophie Hartman: a young, white midwestern evangelical missionary who travels to Zambia and comes home with two vulnerable sisters in her care. When she returns to the states, she lands far away from her family in Seattle, WA where she embarks on a medical odyssey with her younger daughter, C, reporting a variety of alarming symptoms: from chronic vomiting, to seizures, to days-long episodes of full-body paralysis. Eventually, C is diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder called Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. Sophie weaves a tale of a child who could “leave us anytime” and uses the child’s illness to fundraise tens of thousands of dollars for special equipment and medical expenses, takes C on a Make-A-Wish trip, posts constantly about her family’s plight on her prolific social media accounts, and even writes a memoir about the story of her journey to adopt her. But is Sophie really the heroic mother of a sick child, or is she the ultimate unreliable narrator?
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Chapter 9: It is a Love Story
Our stories rarely unfold the way we expect. In the first eight chapters, Brittani Ard uncovered something about herself she never expected: the most powerful weapon she had was her own voice. It wasn’t just a tool for healing — it was a force strong enough to confront her past and rewrite her future. But that discovery came at a cost. Retracing Kanon’s steps wasn’t just heartbreaking, it was a journey through pain, betrayal, and revelations since childhood that she wasn’t prepared to face. Yet, amidst the wreckage of chasing a love that was never meant to be, Brittani found something even more extraordinary — true love, waiting in the most unexpected place.
Season 2 isn’t just about Brittani’s story. It’s about what happens when you refuse to be a victim of your own narrative. When you step into the raw, unfiltered truth of who you are and decide to own it. It turns out vulnerability isn’t a weakness. It’s where courage collides with strength, and where the most surprising chapters of life begin to take shape.
*Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
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Brit’s Hitting The Road
As the release of Season 2 approaches, Brit gears up to share not just hers but also those of others she’s connected with in the last few months.
The new season promises raw and authentic experiences that challenge and connect us, with episodes available early and ad-free on Apple Plus and Patreon. Brit is also embarking on a 28-city tour across the US and Canada starting February 8th, you can find tickets and more details on her website: https://brittaniard.com/
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Season 2 | Now this story is ours
This isn’t your typical true crime story.
Brittani Ard steps back into the shadowy labyrinth of memories, scars, and fragile ties that bind us to our past. Where wounds still ache and the bonds of connection blur between salvation and entrapment. After revealing her own story in the first 8 chapters, she’s pulling at the threads of the past—threads so delicate they threaten to unravel everything.
This time, it’s not just her story. It’s the stories of others whose lives intertwine with hers in ways no one could have predicted. A woman searches for a photograph of her abusive ex, but the picture holds more than just memories. A foster youth exchanges black trash bags for a voice that refuses to be silenced anymore, revealing a haunting past that demands to be heard. And a story of rekindled love, as strength and vulnerability collide to reveal what was always meant to be.
You Probably Think This Story’s About You is raw, haunting, and achingly human—a tapestry of messy, beautiful lessons stitched together by the lives we touch and the stories we share. The secrets we carried no longer have power over us.
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Dating on Purpose with Damona Hoffman
Brittani is diving into your Season 1 questions with experts specializing in dating, scams, deception, and the legal consequences of manipulation.
In part 2 of this interview Damona Hoffman shares valuable dating tips, focusing on how to effectively use the algorithm to align your dating experience with your personal preferences. She provides insights on what changes to make in your dating profile to attract the type of partner you’re looking for, focusing on authenticity and getting quality matches.
Damona and Brit engage in a thoughtful discussion of expanding your worldview, finding joy, and fostering meaningful connections in today’s fast-paced environment.
Listen to Damona Hoffman’s podcast, The Dates and Mates Podcast, and check out her book, F the Fairytale.
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Season 2 of You Probably Think This Story’s About You is about YOU. Share your story with Brittani.
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*Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988
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Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453
https://www.childhelphotline.org/
National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.thehotline.com
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This isn’t your typical true crime story.
Brittani Ard steps back into the shadowy labyrinth of memories, scars, and fragile ties that bind us to our past. Where wounds still ache and the bonds of connection blur between salvation and entrapment. After revealing her own story in the first 8 chapters, she’s pulling at the threads of the past—threads so delicate they threaten to unravel everything.
This time, it’s not just her story. It’s the stories of others whose lives intertwine with hers in ways no one could have predicted. A woman searches for a photograph of her abusive ex, but the picture holds more than just memories. A foster youth exchanges black trash bags for a voice that refuses to be silenced anymore, revealing a haunting past that demands to be heard. And a story of rekindled love, as strength and vulnerability collide to reveal what was always meant to be.
You Probably Think This Story’s About You is raw, haunting, and achingly human—a tapestry of messy, beautiful lessons stitched together by the lives we touch and the stories we share. The secrets we carried no longer have power over us.
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