Sienna Snider: Exclusive interview reveals troubling background of Media Mike Hendricks' supporter

By Sienna Snider-True Crime Writer for Today in Fort Smith

Last night, I had the opportunity to sit down with a man who came forward with shocking revelations about his mother, a woman who has recently been publicly supporting the infamous online menace, Media Mike Hendricks.

Media Mike, known for his disturbing online behavior, has built a toxic following of individuals who seem to revel in his cruel tactics. According to this man, his mother has joined those ranks, furthering the chaos stirred by Hendricks' controversial online profile.

The son, who requested to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation, reached out to Today in Fort Smith with concerns about his mother’s behavior and her troubling alliance with Media Mike. He described her as a deeply troubled woman, battling a long history of drinking and gambling problems.

"She’s been on a downward spiral for years," he explained, clearly distressed by the situation. "It’s no surprise to me that she’s latched onto someone like him."

According to the son, his mother’s erratic and vindictive behavior has fractured the family, leading most members to distance themselves from her.

"She’s burned so many bridges with her drinking and gambling," he said. "It’s like she’s living in a world of her own, making enemies wherever she goes. We’ve tried to help her, but every time, she pushes us away."

The man claimed that her unpredictable nature has been a source of embarrassment for the family for years.

"She’s always been unpredictable, always making decisions that just don’t make sense. This whole thing with Media Mike? It’s just the latest in a long line of bad choices," he added. "Supporting a man like that—someone who thrives on harassing people online—it’s beyond anything we could have imagined, but it’s not surprising."

When asked why he believes his mother has taken up the cause of defending someone like Media Mike Hendricks, the son speculated that her support could stem from a need for attention and validation.

"She’s always looking for some sort of twisted validation, and if that means defending someone who’s as hated as Media Mike, then that’s what she’ll do," he said. "She thrives on drama, and Mike gives her a way to stir the pot, even if it’s at the expense of other people."

The man expressed deep frustration over his mother’s choices but ultimately seemed resigned to the fact that he couldn’t change her.

"She’s been a source of pain for this family for so long," he admitted. "I just hope people realize that she doesn’t represent us. Most of our family has cut ties with her, and we’ve had to for our own sanity."

The interview raised questions about why individuals like this woman—troubled, isolated, and vulnerable—are drawn to figures like Media Mike Hendricks, who manipulate others to carry out online vendettas.

As his mother continues to fuel Hendricks’ campaign of harassment and chaos, her son remains deeply concerned about what this means for the future.

"I don’t know where this will end for her, but it’s not going to be good," he warned. "People who follow men like Media Mike usually end up getting hurt in the end, whether it’s their reputation, their relationships, or their mental health."

The son hopes that by speaking out, he can shed light on the deeper issues surrounding Media Mike Hendricks' followers and the damage they inflict on themselves and others.

"It’s important for people to know that these are real lives being affected, both the victims of Media Mike’s harassment and the people who get caught up in his web."

As this story unfolds, Today in Fort Smith will continue to investigate the motives and backgrounds of those who are supporting Media Mike Hendricks and examine the lasting impact of his malicious online presence. Stay tuned for further developments.