Answered from 506: Secret Identity · This American Life · 2026-10-25
Emily, a friend of Jon Ronson who spoke in a disguised voice, says her marriage was normal for about five years until a professional setback left her husband convinced she was sleeping with friends, co-workers and strangers, even sneaking out at night while he slept. A psychiatrist confirmed the jealousy subtype of delusional disorder. She describes hours of screaming, being called unfaithful in front of dinner guests, and moments of wondering whether she was the one losing her mind. The couple later split up.
“I would just watch him and it would almost be like the sound was turned down on a movie.” Emily · at 25:39 — open in the transcript →
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