RHOM Star Lisa Hochstein Accused of Secretly Recording Ex-Husband's Car

Hochstein and her ex-boyfriend Jody Glidden face felony charges for allegedly placing a hidden recording device in Lenny Hochstein's vehicle during their contentious divorce proceedings.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 9:23pm

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According to a recently obtained arrest warrant, reality TV star Lisa Hochstein and her ex-boyfriend Jody Glidden have been charged with a felony for allegedly placing a secret recording device in Hochstein's ex-husband Lenny Hochstein's car during their divorce proceedings in 2023. The warrant claims the device captured audio of Hochstein and Glidden discussing and installing the recorder, as well as recordings of Lenny's conversations.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing tensions and tactics used by some parties in high-profile divorce battles, raising concerns about privacy violations and the potential misuse of technology. It also comes as Florida lawmakers continue to debate the boundaries of surveillance and recording laws, especially in cases involving public figures.

The details

According to the arrest warrant, on March 10, 2023, Lenny Hochstein loaned his Mercedes to Lisa Hochstein, who later returned the vehicle two days later. On March 31, Lenny discovered a hidden recording device in the driver's seat floorboard of the car. Experts were able to recover several recordings from the device, including audio of Lisa Hochstein and Jody Glidden discussing and installing the recorder. The warrant also alleges the device captured Lenny's conversations about his plastic surgery practice, finances, and other personal matters.

  • On March 10, 2023, Lenny Hochstein loaned his Mercedes to Lisa Hochstein.
  • On March 12, 2023, Lisa Hochstein returned the vehicle to Lenny.
  • On March 31, 2023, Lenny Hochstein discovered the hidden recording device in his car.

The players

Lisa Hochstein

A 43-year-old reality TV star on The Real Housewives of Miami who is accused of secretly recording her ex-husband's car.

Jody Glidden

Lisa Hochstein's 52-year-old ex-boyfriend who is also accused of participating in the alleged secret recording.

Lenny Hochstein

Lisa Hochstein's ex-husband, a plastic surgeon, whose car was allegedly outfitted with a hidden recording device by Lisa and Jody.

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What they’re saying

“This matter is part of a contentious divorce proceeding and does not belong in criminal court.”

— Jayne Weintraub, Lisa Hochstein's attorney

What’s next

Lisa Hochstein and Jody Glidden have both been arrested and charged with a felony for the alleged secret recording. They have both entered not guilty pleas, and Glidden has requested a jury trial. The case is ongoing as authorities continue to investigate the details and implications of the alleged surveillance.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing concerns around privacy violations and the misuse of technology, especially in high-profile divorce proceedings. It underscores the need for stronger legal protections and ethical guidelines to prevent such tactics from being employed, even in the midst of contentious separations.