53 episodes

Crystal Righton, Plaintiff in an extensive defamation lawsuit, tells her story after a jury unanimously rules in her favor. After navigating through some of the most emotionally and mentally difficult times of her life due to the lawsuit, Crystal has decided to use this platform to not only tell the truth behind the story, but to also use it as an educational tool about defamation and responsible social media use.

False And Defamatory | The Impact of Defamation and Weaponized Social Media Crystal Righton

    • True Crime
    • 4.7 • 118 Ratings

Crystal Righton, Plaintiff in an extensive defamation lawsuit, tells her story after a jury unanimously rules in her favor. After navigating through some of the most emotionally and mentally difficult times of her life due to the lawsuit, Crystal has decided to use this platform to not only tell the truth behind the story, but to also use it as an educational tool about defamation and responsible social media use.

    Episode 38 The Truth Unleashed: Rising Above the Lies

    Episode 38 The Truth Unleashed: Rising Above the Lies

    A portion of the defamation judgment is paid. The False and Defamatory Podcast is launched and the defendant perpetuates a new disturbing narrative. 

    Time Frame Covered in This Episode: 8/2/23 - 1/7/24
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    Hosted, Edited and Produced by: Crystal Righton

    Audio Engineer: Harry B. Ragsdale

    Music by: Harry B. Ragsdale, SCRM Music

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    Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses topics related to emotional abuse, gaslighting, verbal abuse, threatening language, cyberbullying, intimidation tactics, and thoughts of self harm which may be triggering for some listeners. The content includes descriptions of manipulative behavior, psychological distress, body shaming, online harassment and other forms of abusive behavior and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself and consider your mental and emotional state before listening. If you need support or someone to talk to, please seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

    The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the False and Defamatory podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the False and Defamatory podcast or Crystal Righton.

    Please do not make any attempts to reach out to the defendant or her followers. Names have been redacted to protect the privacy of the defendant and her army of followers who commented on her public posts. The unanimous jury verdict has not only provided me with justice, but also allows me to share my story. The purpose of this podcast is to share the truth and to provide educational content regarding defamation and social media.

    All social media posts referenced in this podcast were included in the evidence in case # 096-321678-20 in the 96th district court of Tarrant County, TX where the jury unanimously ruled in favor of Plaintiff Crystal Righton on August 24, 2022

    • 1 hr 21 min
    Episode 37 The Long Road to Justice: New Trial, Same Truth

    Episode 37 The Long Road to Justice: New Trial, Same Truth

    The defendant uses her divorce trial as an opportunity to try and re-litigate the defamation case. Crystal and H testify and the judge makes her ruling.

    Time Frame Covered in This Episode: 7/4/23 - 8/1/23

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    For Early Access and Bonus Content:

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    Hosted, Edited and Produced by: Crystal Righton

    Audio Engineer: Harry B. Ragsdale

    Music by: Harry B. Ragsdale, SCRM Music

    Follow SCRM Music on Instagram

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    Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses topics related to emotional abuse, gaslighting, verbal abuse, threatening language, cyberbullying, intimidation tactics, and thoughts of self harm which may be triggering for some listeners. The content includes descriptions of manipulative behavior, psychological distress, body shaming, online harassment and other forms of abusive behavior and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself and consider your mental and emotional state before listening. If you need support or someone to talk to, please seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

    The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the False and Defamatory podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the False and Defamatory podcast or Crystal Righton.

    Please do not make any attempts to reach out to the defendant or her followers. Names have been redacted to protect the privacy of the defendant and her army of followers who commented on her public posts. The unanimous jury verdict has not only provided me with justice, but also allows me to share my story. The purpose of this podcast is to share the truth and to provide educational content regarding defamation and social media.

    All social media posts referenced in this podcast were included in the evidence in case # 096-321678-20 in the 96th district court of Tarrant County, TX where the jury unanimously ruled in favor of Plaintiff Crystal Righton on August 24, 2022

    • 2 hr 7 min
    Episode 36 Legal Limbo: The Endless Dance of Ongoing Legal Delays

    Episode 36 Legal Limbo: The Endless Dance of Ongoing Legal Delays

    The defendant attempts to have Crystal's intervention in the divorce case thrown out. She also claims that instead of filing a malpractice case against her defamation attorneys, she has decided to sue the individuals who have wronged her.

    Time Frame Covered in This Episode: 4/9/23 - 6/30/23

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    For Early Access and Bonus Content:

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    Follow False And Defamatory Social Media:

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    Hosted, Edited and Produced by: Crystal Righton

    Audio Engineer: Harry B. Ragsdale

    Music by: Harry B. Ragsdale, SCRM Music

    Follow SCRM Music on Instagram

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    Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses topics related to emotional abuse, gaslighting, verbal abuse, threatening language, cyberbullying, intimidation tactics, and thoughts of self harm which may be triggering for some listeners. The content includes descriptions of manipulative behavior, psychological distress, body shaming, online harassment and other forms of abusive behavior and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself and consider your mental and emotional state before listening. If you need support or someone to talk to, please seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

    The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the False and Defamatory podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the False and Defamatory podcast or Crystal Righton.

    Please do not make any attempts to reach out to the defendant or her followers. Names have been redacted to protect the privacy of the defendant and her army of followers who commented on her public posts. The unanimous jury verdict has not only provided me with justice, but also allows me to share my story. The purpose of this podcast is to share the truth and to provide educational content regarding defamation and social media.

    All social media posts referenced in this podcast were included in the evidence in case # 096-321678-20 in the 96th district court of Tarrant County, TX where the jury unanimously ruled in favor of Plaintiff Crystal Righton on August 24, 2022

    • 1 hr 24 min
    Episode 35 Reimagining Reality: The Defendant’s Ever-Changing Narrative

    Episode 35 Reimagining Reality: The Defendant’s Ever-Changing Narrative

    The defendant doubles down on her new narrative that the only reason she lost the defamation case was because she was poorly represented.

    Time Frame Covered in This Episode: 4/7/23

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    For Early Access and Bonus Content:

    ⁠www.Patreon.com/FalseAndDefamatory⁠

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    Follow False And Defamatory Social Media:

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    Hosted, Edited and Produced by: Crystal Righton

    Audio Engineer: Harry B. Ragsdale

    Music by: Harry B. Ragsdale, SCRM Music

    Follow SCRM Music on Instagram

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    Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses topics related to emotional abuse, gaslighting, verbal abuse, threatening language, cyberbullying, intimidation tactics, and thoughts of self harm which may be triggering for some listeners. The content includes descriptions of manipulative behavior, psychological distress, body shaming, online harassment and other forms of abusive behavior and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself and consider your mental and emotional state before listening. If you need support or someone to talk to, please seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

    The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the False and Defamatory podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the False and Defamatory podcast or Crystal Righton.

    Please do not make any attempts to reach out to the defendant or her followers. Names have been redacted to protect the privacy of the defendant and her army of followers who commented on her public posts. The unanimous jury verdict has not only provided me with justice, but also allows me to share my story. The purpose of this podcast is to share the truth and to provide educational content regarding defamation and social media.

    All social media posts referenced in this podcast were included in the evidence in case # 096-321678-20 in the 96th district court of Tarrant County, TX where the jury unanimously ruled in favor of Plaintiff Crystal Righton on August 24, 2022

    • 1 hr 14 min
    Episode 34 The Spin Cycle: The Defendant Rewrites History

    Episode 34 The Spin Cycle: The Defendant Rewrites History

    As the defendant finally begins to acknowledge the trial took place and the jury ruled unanimously that all of her statements were and are False and Defamatory, she spins that fact into a new false narrative while continuing her campaign of lies.

    Time Frame Covered in This Episode: 1/7/23-4/5/23

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    For Early Access and Bonus Content:

    www.Patreon.com/FalseAndDefamatory

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    Follow False And Defamatory Social Media:

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    Hosted, Edited and Produced by: Crystal Righton

    Audio Engineer: Harry B. Ragsdale

    Music by: Harry B. Ragsdale, SCRM Music

    Follow SCRM Music on Instagram

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    Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses topics related to emotional abuse, gaslighting, verbal abuse, threatening language, cyberbullying, intimidation tactics, and thoughts of self harm which may be triggering for some listeners. The content includes descriptions of manipulative behavior, psychological distress, body shaming, online harassment and other forms of abusive behavior and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself and consider your mental and emotional state before listening. If you need support or someone to talk to, please seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

    The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the False and Defamatory podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the False and Defamatory podcast or Crystal Righton.

    Please do not make any attempts to reach out to the defendant or her followers. Names have been redacted to protect the privacy of the defendant and her army of followers who commented on her public posts. The unanimous jury verdict has not only provided me with justice, but also allows me to share my story. The purpose of this podcast is to share the truth and to provide educational content regarding defamation and social media.

    All social media posts referenced in this podcast were included in the evidence in case # 096-321678-20 in the 96th district court of Tarrant County, TX where the jury unanimously ruled in favor of Plaintiff Crystal Righton on August 24, 2022

    • 2 hr 34 min
    Episode 33 Defying Justice: The Defendant's Unyielding Denial

    Episode 33 Defying Justice: The Defendant's Unyielding Denial

    The defendant does not acknowledge that the trial took place or that there is now a unanimous jury verdict against her. Additionally, she has her followers convinced that the court documents shared showing the jury’s unanimous verdict are fake.

    Time Frame Covered in This Episode: 8/24/22-12/31/22

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    For Early Access and Bonus Content:

    ⁠www.Patreon.com/FalseAndDefamatory⁠

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    falseanddefamatory.com

    Follow False And Defamatory Social Media:

    Instagram | Facebook | TikTok

    Hosted, Edited and Produced by: Crystal Righton

    Audio Engineer: Harry B. Ragsdale

    Music by: Harry B. Ragsdale, SCRM Music

    Follow SCRM Music on Instagram

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    Trigger Warning: This podcast episode discusses topics related to emotional abuse, gaslighting, verbal abuse, threatening language, cyberbullying, intimidation tactics, and thoughts of self harm which may be triggering for some listeners. The content includes descriptions of manipulative behavior, psychological distress, body shaming, online harassment and other forms of abusive behavior and emotional trauma. Please take care of yourself and consider your mental and emotional state before listening. If you need support or someone to talk to, please seek help from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional.

    The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the False and Defamatory podcast does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the False and Defamatory podcast or Crystal Righton.

    Please do not make any attempts to reach out to the defendant or her followers. Names have been redacted to protect the privacy of the defendant and her army of followers who commented on her public posts. The unanimous jury verdict has not only provided me with justice, but also allows me to share my story. The purpose of this podcast is to share the truth and to provide educational content regarding defamation and social media.

    All social media posts referenced in this podcast were included in the evidence in case # 096-321678-20 in the 96th district court of Tarrant County, TX where the jury unanimously ruled in favor of Plaintiff Crystal Righton on August 24, 2022

    • 1 hr 37 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
118 Ratings

118 Ratings

PodcastJunkie15736 ,

Well done!

I just finished the last episode. So powerful. Your message at the end was amazing.

Listener805 ,

Hard to pay attention to.

Interesting story but so hard to follow along…. Jumps back and forth and confusing on what’s happening. I’ll keep listening but hope it gets easier to listen to. Would be better to just tell the story from start to finish instead of going of in tangents. Even in the first episode you are talking about the end of the story???

LynnetteGreber ,

Slow moving

I really want to like this. It seems interesting but it is all over the place. I’ve had to rewind a lot. Had to give up on episode 7 before deciding I’m just gonna read on this

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