The Hunter

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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 [email protected] 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 productionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 [email protected] 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 productionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 [email protected] 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 productionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 [email protected] 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 productionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.