The Woman Who Went Off the Grid

In this episode, we examine the story of Rebecca Vance: one of a mother’s misdirected love, the line between self-determination and mental illness, and the way conspiracy theories can compel us to make very dangerous decisions, even in the name of safety.    • Follow Diversion Audio on Instagram  • Explore more: diversionaudio.com  This series is hosted by Mary Kay McBrayer. Check out more of her work at www.marykaymcbrayer.com. This episode was written by Grace Heerman Developed by Scott Waxman, Emma DeMuth, and Jacob Bronstein Associate Producer is Leo Culp Produced by Antonio Enriquez Theme Music by Tyler Cash Executive Produced by Scott Waxman and Emma DeMuth Special thanks to: Carter, Stephen L.. Invisible. Henry Holt and Co.. Kindle Edition.  Pre-order Mary Kay's forthcoming true crime book 'Madame Queen: The The Life and Crimes of Harlem’s Underground Racketeer, Stephanie St. Clair' here SOURCES  The Women Who Walked Away, Elizabeth Weil “Please I Will Give Anything for You to Come Back,” Ted Conover See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.