Kelly Scott: Defamation vs. Truth, Winning a Jury Verdict & Refusing to Shrink

In this episode of The Ridiculously You Podcast, our host Julie May sits down with Kelly Scott, a small business owner who turned an online nightmare into a landmark legal victory. Kelly’s story is the ultimate masterclass in resilience and identity reclamation. After her business, Little Britches, was targeted by a viral social media smear campaign filled with false accusations about baby gear safety, Kelly faced a choice: let her reputation be destroyed or stand up and fight.We dive into the messy parts of a modern-day "digital pile-on." Kelly describes the 50–75% revenue drop her business suffered and the personal harassment that followed. But instead of fading away, Kelly led a rebellion against shrinking. She pursued a rare civil jury trial, taking on the "unwinnable" defamation case to prove that integrity still matters in a viral world.This conversation is your permission slip to defend your name and your legacy. Julie May and Kelly Scott break down the anatomy of a viral post, the psychology of "mob mentality" in online groups, and the specific steps every business owner should take to document and combat defamation. You’ll walk away empowered to verify sources, stand your ground against public pressure, and understand that the truth is worth fighting for.Want to learn more about Kelly Scott? Facebook: Facebook.com/littlebritchesmtvWant to learn more about Ridiculously You or join our newsletter? https://ridiculouslyyou.comReady to join the Ridiculous Women Society and stop shrinking? https://ridiculouslyyou.com/womenWant to learn more about Julie May or book her to speak? https://thejuliemay.com