The Hunter

BBC Studios

A gripping true crime story of survival, justice, and the power of a mother’s love. A mother’s love is fierce. A mother’s fight for justice is unstoppable. When Lydia Lerma discovers the unthinkable has happened to her son, she refuses to wait for justice - she hunts for it.  The Hunter is a thrilling true crime documentary following one woman’s relentless pursuit of a criminal which turns into a high-stakes international manhunt. From the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the streets of Mexico, Lydia stops at nothing - risking her own safety to bring him to justice. This series contains very strong language and deals with sexual abuse.   Email the team thehunter@bbc.com Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production

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  1. E1 The Revelation: "I could kill my children's father"

    1. Bölüm

    E1 The Revelation: "I could kill my children's father"

    A knock at the door changes everything. A secret that shatters a family. Consumed by rage, Lydia considers vengeance. But instead, she chooses another path: justice. She calls the police and the hunt begins. The Hunter is a thrilling true crime documentary following one woman’s relentless pursuit of a criminal which turns into a high-stakes international manhunt. From the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the streets of Mexico, Lydia stops at nothing - risking her own safety to bring him to justice. This episode contains very strong language and deals with sexual abuse.   Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com. Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 dk.
  2. E2 The Phone Call: "I'm going to make you famous"

    2. Bölüm

    E2 The Phone Call: "I'm going to make you famous"

    A taped confession should mean justice - but what if the predator disappears? As Lydia struggles to keep her family together, the weight of what’s to come is unbearable. Then, an unexpected turn leaves her questioning whether justice will ever be served. This episode contains some strong language and deals with sexual abuse.   Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com.   Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 dk.
  3. E3 The Prey: "I need to get eyes on this guy"

    3. Bölüm

    E3 The Prey: "I need to get eyes on this guy"

    To catch a predator, think like one. Lydia builds a digital dragnet, using social media and online sleuthing to track her prey’s escape route. Lydia begins piecing together a trail, using instincts honed in the wilderness and from her Lipan Apache heritage. But when new evidence surfaces, she realizes she’s not the only one searching. This episode contains very strong language and deals with sexual abuse.  Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com.   Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    33 dk.
  4. E4 The Predator: "Death would be too easy"

    4. Bölüm

    E4 The Predator: "Death would be too easy"

    In Mexico, with danger at every turn, Lydia is closer than ever - but getting too close could mean risking everything. The FBI warns her to stand down, but she’s come too far to quit. With tensions high and tempers flaring, a plan is set in motion. But nothing prepares her for what she sees when the moment finally arrives. This episode contains some strong language and deals with sexual abuse.  Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com. Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    29 dk.
  5. E5 The Chase: "I was not going to rest"

    5. Bölüm

    E5 The Chase: "I was not going to rest"

    A high-stakes pursuit through the streets of Cuauhtémoc. Lydia is torn between her need for justice and fear of blowing the operation. As she wrestles with her own past and the weight of her mission, she’s forced to decide: how far is too far? This episode contains very strong language and deals with sexual abuse including a description you might find distressing. Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com. Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 dk.
  6. E6 The Trial: "Here’s my redemption"

    6. Bölüm

    E6 The Trial: "Here’s my redemption"

    Justice hangs in the balance. After everything she’s sacrificed, justice is finally within reach. But the legal system is unpredictable, and the fight is far from over. As Lydia prepares for the battle of her life, she realizes this isn’t just about her son - it’s about every survivor still waiting for their day in court. This episode contains very strong language and deals with sexual abuse.   Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com. Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Executive Producer: Joe Kent Sound design: Melvin Rickarby Legal review: Oriana Williams Editorial review: Michael Fadda Production management: Juliette Harvey and Elaina Boateng. Production Executive: Laura Jordan Rowell. Development: Anya Saunders and Georgia Moseley Production Creative Director: James Cook Director of Audio: Richard Knight. The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 dk.
  7. E7 BONUS: "This is such a cool, badass native lady"

    7. Bölüm Bonusu

    E7 BONUS: "This is such a cool, badass native lady"

    How did Lydia’s son react to listening to The Hunter? In this bonus episode, producer Emma Weatherill brings Lydia Lerma and Anaya Echo Hawk back to answer your questions, share their raw reactions, and reveal the moments that stayed with them long after the series ended. This episode contains some strong language and deals with sexual abuse. Email the team thehunter@bbc.com If you are in the UK and have been affected by the issues in this series, please visit BBC Action Line to find information on organisations that can help.  In the US, there are a range of services available through the Traumatic Stress Institute which provides an A – Z helpdesk and helpline. Wherever you are in the world, you can search for an appropriate service at www.findahelpline.com. Host and producer: Emma Weatherill Guests: Lydia Lerma and Anaya Echo Hawk Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios production See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 dk.
  8. The Hunter: Trailer

    02.07.2025

    The Hunter: Trailer

    When Lydia Lerma learns the horrifying truth about what was done to her son, she doesn’t wait for justice - she goes after it. The Hunter is a gripping true crime story about one mother’s fearless mission to track down a predator - no matter the cost. From small-town Colorado to the heart of Mexico, Lydia risks everything to get justice for her son. This isn’t just a story of crime. It’s a story of courage. Of resilience. Of a mother who refuses to back down. Because when justice won’t come to you… sometimes, you have to hunt it down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2 dk.

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A gripping true crime story of survival, justice, and the power of a mother’s love. A mother’s love is fierce. A mother’s fight for justice is unstoppable. When Lydia Lerma discovers the unthinkable has happened to her son, she refuses to wait for justice - she hunts for it.  The Hunter is a thrilling true crime documentary following one woman’s relentless pursuit of a criminal which turns into a high-stakes international manhunt. From the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the streets of Mexico, Lydia stops at nothing - risking her own safety to bring him to justice. This series contains very strong language and deals with sexual abuse.   Email the team thehunter@bbc.com Host: Anaya Echo Hawk Producer and writer: Emma Weatherill Sound designer: Melvin Rickarby Production management: Juliette Harvey Executive Producer: Joe Kent The Hunter is a BBC Studios Audio production

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