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Molested by my Stepdad for 6 years
1 november 2026 · 1 uur 3 min
Jasmine grew up in an unstable home, and at six years old, she began experiencing sexual abuse from her stepfather that continued for six years. She opens up about her mom’s response, the lasting effects of childhood trauma, and how being left without help led to further abuse as a teenager. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:03:46 - What was her first experience of sexual abuse?
→ 00:06:30 - When did her stepfather’s abuse begin?
→ 00:09:42 - What happened when her stepfather broke into her room?
→ 00:13:46 - What happened when her sister told their mom?
→ 00:17:20 - Why didn’t her mom leave her abusive stepfather?
→ 00:19:42 - What happened when she finally told her mom?
→ 00:23:00 - Why didn’t she realize what was happening was wrong?
→ 00:26:08 - How did the abuse affect her childhood and friendships?
→ 00:28:44 - Why did her stepfather’s abuse become more frequent?
→ 00:30:26 - What happened when her mom suddenly became sick?
→ 00:33:56 - What happened after her mom died?
→ 00:35:22 - Why didn’t her family report the abuse?
→ 00:38:06 - Why was she placed in a mental health facility?
→ 00:40:46 - How did her past trauma affect her relationships as a teenager?
→ 00:43:16 - Why did she cut ties with her family at 18?
→ 00:45:32 - Why hasn’t she reported her stepfather?
→ 00:48:08 - When did she feel ready to talk about her trauma?
→ 00:50:10 - How can sharing your story help other survivors feel less alone?
→ 00:52:06 - Why is childhood sexual abuse so damaging?
→ 00:54:00 - How did it feel to share her story from beginning to end?
→ 00:56:12 - What else does she want people to understand about her family?
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Investigating the Most Haunted Places on Earth *Halloween Special*
25 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 47 min
Paranormal investigators Kyle and Jack from Hauntings of Ohio join me to share their most terrifying encounters inside haunted hospitals, the unexplained activity they’ve captured on camera, and the experiences that have made them question what’s really out there. From threatening spirit box responses to a terrifying encounter with a sprinting ghost, they reveal what it’s really like to investigate the paranormal. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:04:04 - What Were Their First Paranormal Experiences?
→ 00:08:12 - Can You Capture Ghost Voices on Audio?
→ 00:09:42 - Their First Ghost Hunt
→ 00:12:50 - 12 Hours in a Haunted Location
→ 00:14:44 - How Does a Spirit Box Work?
→ 00:17:06 - What Ghost Hunting Gear Do They Use?
→ 00:20:34 - How Do They Protect Themselves?
→ 00:25:00 - What Happened During a Terrifying Night at a Haunted Asylum?
→ 00:28:26 - How Do They Review Ghost Footage?
→ 00:30:00 - How Do They Edit Their Videos?
→ 00:35:08 - How Did Their Channel Grow?
→ 00:40:04 - Their Scariest Paranormal Capture
→ 00:46:00 - What Have They Caught on Camera?
→ 00:52:04 - Can Spirits Get Stuck in the Past?
→ 01:00:00 - When Is a Ghost Hunt Over?
→ 01:03:10 - Why Keep Evidence Private?
→ 01:10:22 - Why E…
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I Was The Other Woman…
18 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 45 min
Alicia Barr shares the story of her 4 year affair with a married man 30 years older than her, and the struggle to walk away from a relationship she couldn’t let go of. She opens up about ending the affair, healing through therapy, and how her experience inspired her book, More Than a Secret: How a Mistress Broke Free from Her Affair. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:02:34 - Why Did Alicia Feel Rushed to Live the American Dream?
→ 00:03:20 - Why Did Her Marriage Begin to Fall Apart?
→ 00:05:40 - How Did Their Friendship Begin?
→ 00:10:10 - Why Did the Church Get Involved?
→ 00:17:12 - How Did They Reconnect?
→ 00:19:44 - How Did Their Friendship Grow Closer?
→ 00:24:26 - When Did the Affair Begin?
→ 00:28:58 - How Did Her Divorce Happen?
→ 00:30:22 - Why Did She Fall in Love With Him?
→ 00:32:50 - When Did Alicia Hit Rock Bottom?
→ 00:41:22 - Why Was It So Hard to Leave the Affair?
→ 00:50:56 - How Did Her Niece Change Her Perspective?
→ 00:54:30 - What Finally Made Her End the Affair?
→ 00:56:36 - How Did Therapy Help Her Move Forward?
→ 01:03:14 - How Did Their Final Separation Affect Her?
→ 01:05:16 - How Did Their Final Goodbye Go?
→ 01:12:40 - Why Did He Tell Her Never to Contact Him Again?
→ 01:14:12 - Why Did Alicia Decide to Tell the Trut…
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I Was Burned Alive at Work
11 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 27 min
A year ago Remington Weckbacher, known online as RemTheBurntGuy, survived an oil field explosion that left him with burns covering more than 80% of his body. We talk about what happened after he came home, including PTSD, night terrors, flashbacks, learning how to cope with trauma, and the mental work that came with rebuilding his life. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:43 - What has the recovery process been like?
→ 00:02:45 - What is the surgery process like?
→ 00:04:43 - What did his girlfriend ask him the morning of the accident?
→ 00:05:49 - What was his job?
→ 00:06:53 - How did his work day start?
→ 00:08:20 - How did the oil field explosion start?
→ 00:11:42 - What happened when the explosion threw him from the rig?
→ 00:13:07 - How big was the explosion and could it have been prevented?
→ 00:14:19 - How did he survive being trapped in the fire?
→ 00:16:57 - How did they put the fire out?
→ 00:18:21 - What happened to the two men that passed away?
→ 00:19:36 - What was going through his mind when it happened?
→ 00:20:42 - How did they finally call for help?
→ 00:23:32 - What happened during the ambulance ride to the hospital?
→ 00:25:41 - What did he experience while he was unconscious?
→ 00:28:55 - What were the first surgeries he went through?
→ 00:31:04 - What was his daily care like in the hospital?
→ 00:32:01 - How bad was the infection he had from the water?
→ 00:33:28 - What was it like waking up after two and a half months?
→ 00:35:48 - How did his family cope while he was in the hospital?
→ 00:37:0…
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I Became a Millionaire Through Fraud
4 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 24 min
In this episode, we sit down with Nelson Rodriguez, host of Honor Among Thieves, a candid conversation about growing up around crime, getting pulled into a massive healthcare fraud scheme, losing everything, serving time in federal prison, and ultimately rebuilding his life through storytelling. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - How did he become obsessed with crime stories?
→ 00:02:04 - How did his parents' stories shape his childhood?
→ 00:04:22 - Why did Scarface have such a big influence on him?
→ 00:05:32 - What made him believe the gangster lifestyle was worth chasing?
→ 00:14:11 - How did he go from being completely broke to making thousands a week?
→ 00:15:53 - When did he realize he was committing federal fraud?
→ 00:17:34 - How did the fraud actually work?
→ 00:22:04 - How did making easy money completely change his lifestyle?
→ 00:29:34 - What was he spending his fraud money on?
→ 00:31:12 - How long did he commit fraud?
→ 00:33:49 - Was he ever afraid of getting caught?
→ 00:35:41 - Why did he finally decide to walk away from the fraud?
→ 00:41:10 - How did the FBI eventually discover what he had been doing?
→ 00:45:10 - What was it like being arrested outside his home by the FBI?
→ 00:52:19 - Why did he lose his business?
→ 00:54:51 - What did he do while out on bond?
→ 00:57:33 - What happened while he was in federal prison?
→ 01:02:50 - How did prison change his perspective on life?
→ 01:05:42 - What did he learn from the people he met in prison?
→ 01:07:28 - What inspired Honor Among Thieves?
→ 01:11:17 - Why is rebuilding life after priso…
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Four Men. One Bipolar Mind
27 september 2026 · 1 uur 13 min
Louise Barnett spent 15 years living through extreme highs and devastating lows without knowing she had bipolar I disorder. She chased relationships, drugs, alcohol, and anything else that could quiet the noise in her mind. Lees meer
Louise joins me to talk about her memoir, Tainted Love, and the four relationships that became chapters of her life. We talk addiction, mania, depression, motherhood, attachment, self-sabotage, sobriety, and what it actually feels like to live with bipolar disorder.
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:38 - What does living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder actually feel like?
→ 00:02:59 - How did growing up Mormon impact her life?
→ 00:05:15 - Why did substances become a way to escape?
→ 00:11:52 - Why can relationships become chapters of our lives?
→ 00:14:49 - What makes us stay in relationships when we're afraid to be alone?
→ 00:16:23 - How did these relationships impact her mental health?
→ 00:21:01 - What happens when the highs suddenly turn into a crash?
→ 00:24:30 - How did pregnancy change her life?
→ 00:26:39 - What does mania feel like?
→ 00:31:24 - What was it like the first time she left Patrick?
→ 00:34:28 - How is gratitude important for healing?
→ 00:36:21 - What was her inpatient treatment experience like?
→ 00:39:40 - What happened after she left inpatient therapy?
→ 00:45:01 - What does motherhood look like while struggling with bipolar disorder?
→ 00:48:36 …
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I Was Gang Raped at 16
20 september 2026 · 2 uur 48 min
At 16 years old, Kate went to a lake house party with someone she trusted, unaware that the night would change her life forever. After drinking a small amount, she blacked out and spent years trying to understand what happened. Eleven years later, Kate received the case file and discovered witness statements and confessions that gave her a clearer picture of that night. She opens up about the lasting impact on her relationships and mental health, her struggles with depression and OCD, and finding healing through finally telling her story. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:02:18 - What Was Kate’s Childhood Like?
→ 00:04:56 - What Led to Her Being Sent to a Wilderness Camp?
→ 00:09:12 - What Was the Wilderness Camp Experience Like?
→ 00:15:08 - What Were the Rules and Conditions Like at the Camp?
→ 00:20:34 - What Happened to Kate at 16 Years Old?
→ 00:22:20 - How Did Kate Know Nick?
→ 00:26:24 - How Much Did Alcohol Play a Role in What Happened?
→ 00:27:16 - What Happened on August 11, 2009?
→ 00:28:36 - Why Did Kate Feel Like She Wasn’t the “Perfect Victim”?
→ 00:31:22 - What Happened When They Arrived at the Lake House?
→ 00:35:02 - What Does Kate Remember From the Assault?
→ 00:40:00 - What Happened After She Woke Up?
→ 00:45:00 - When Did Kate Begin Telling People What Happened?
→ 00:50:00 - Why Did She Decide to Report the Assault?
→ 00:53:16 - How Many People Later Confessed About That Night?
→ 01:00:00 - Why Did She Feel Like Other Survivors Had Been Through Something Worse Than Her?
→ 01:08:04 - What Did She Discover When She Finally Got the Case File?
→ 01:21:08 - How Did the Assault Affect …
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I Cheated on My Pregnant Wife… With a Man
13 september 2026 · 1 uur 21 min
For most of his life, Jason did what he thought he was supposed to do. He got married, built a career, and checked all the boxes, while quietly suppressing something he had actually known since he was six years old. Lees meer
In 2003, at 28 years old, Jason came to terms with the fact that he was gay after developing a relationship with a coworker who was also married. What followed was incredibly complicated. There was an affair, two marriages, a pregnancy, fear of being outed, and eventually one of the hardest conversations of Jason's life, telling his wife the truth.
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:49 - What was it like knowing he was gay from such a young age?
→ 00:02:47 - Did he feel attracted to his wife?
→ 00:04:26 - How did he know he was gay from six years old?
→ 00:06:15 - Why did he suppress his sexuality for nearly 30 years?
→ 00:07:32 - How did the affair begin?
→ 00:12:52 - How did he feel after the first time he was with Matt?
→ 00:14:21 - What was the most stressful part of the affair?
→ 00:17:51 - What changed for him after the affair started?
→ 00:21:42 - What happened when he found out his wife was pregnant?
→ 00:25:02 - Did finding out he was going to be a father change things?
→ 00:28:09 - How did they decide it was time to tell their wives?
→ 00:30:26 - What was the difference between attraction and exploration?
→ 00:34:36 - What was it like telling his wife,…
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Attacked and Mauled by a Wolf
6 september 2026 · 1 uur 20 min
This week, Ellen opens up about the traumatic story of being attacked by two wolf hybrids when she was just 5 years old. She shares what she remembers from the attack, the devastating injuries that nearly cost her her leg, and the physical and emotional aftermath that followed. She also opens up about living with PTSD, night terrors, and panic attacks, how EMDR and art became part of her healing, and what it has meant to finally share her story 25 years later. Lees meer
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→ ZocDoc | Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/insane #sponsoredOn This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:03:30 - Why are wolf hybrids dangerous around children?
→ 00:05:14 - How did the attack happen?
→ 00:07:58 - How did the wolf attack her leg?
→ 00:08:42 - What does she remember afterward?
→ 00:14:58 - How did her parents react?
→ 00:17:00 - Why did doctors consider amputation?
→ 00:19:30 - How did the attack affect her parents?
→ 00:22:18 - How did she recover from four surgeries?
→ 00:27:36 - What was her hospital stay like?
→ 00:31:58 - How did losing her hamstring affect her?
→ 00:34:08 - How did she overcome her fear of dogs?
→ 00:36:08 - Did the owner face consequences?
→ 00:40:50 - How did the attack cause her passion for art?
→ 00:44:18 - What happened during her first psychedelic experience?
→ 00:50:26 - How did the trauma affect her family?
→ 00:59:12 - Why did she finally share her story?
→ 01:05:06 - Why was her dad worried abo…
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Abused By a Pedophile
30 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 40 min
This week, a survivor opens up about the deeply disturbing story of being sexually abused by an adult woman he trusted when he was just 11 years old. He shares how the grooming began, how he was manipulated into believing the abuse was love, the shame and confusion he carried for years, and how the trauma continues to affect his relationships, substance use, and healing today. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:04:09 - What Was His Childhood Like?
→ 00:06:22 - What Was Happening at Home?
→ 00:08:32 - How Did He Meet His Abuser?
→ 00:13:22 - Why Did He Trust Her?
→ 00:19:00 - When Did Grooming Turn Into Abuse?
→ 00:24:02 - Why Did She Make Him Keep It a Secret?
→ 00:27:22 - Why Was She Giving Kids Drugs and Alcohol?
→ 00:33:46 - Did the Abuse Affect His Sexuality?
→ 00:36:08 - Why Did She Say He Would “Latch Onto” Her?
→ 00:36:48 - When Did the Sexual Abuse Escalate?
→ 00:41:44 - How Did the Abuse Affect His Family?
→ 00:44:34 - Why Couldn’t He Connect With His Mom?
→ 00:46:04 - Did His Friends Suspect What Was Happening?
→ 00:48:18 - How Did the Abuse Affect School and Friendships?
→ 00:51:34 - How did the abuse continue as he got older?
→ 00:55:06 - Why didn’t anyone intervene?
→ 01:00:00 - What happened when her niece came to visit?
→ 01:07:04 - When did he first try to end the relationship?
→ 01:10:44 - Why did the abuse start again?
→ 01:13:50 - When was the last time he saw his abuser?
→ 01:14:14 - How did he tell his fiancée what happened?
→ 01:16:22 - When did he finally start therapy?
→ 01:19:42 - What happened when he saw his abuser again?
→ 01:26:04 - Why does he want to speak out about his story?
→ 01:31:50 - What does he want other survivors to know?
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I Was Set Up by the Cartel
23 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 11 min
In this episode, I sit down with Niki as she shares the unbelievable chain of events that led to her preparing to self-surrender to federal prison. Nikki opens up about losing her grandmother at a young age, growing up around addiction, unresolved childhood trauma, and the lifelong need to prove that she had everything together. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:41 - A childhood growing up with parents addicted to crack
→ 00:05:21 - A last-minute trip to Vegas
→ 00:06:20 - Who did Nikki meet on the flight to Vegas?
→ 00:18:06 - What happened when Nikki and her friends flew to Guadalajara?
→ 00:23:16 - What were the red flags?
→ 00:27:48 - Stopped at a checkpoint
→ 00:31:36 - Why did a federal agent suddenly contact Nikki?
→ 00:35:29 - How did this unexpectedly lead the federal government to Nikki?
→ 00:40:14 - What was it like being interrogated by federal agents?
→ 00:42:23 - $2 million worth in her truck…
→ 00:45:32 - What was it like living in legal purgatory for 8 years?
→ 00:50:26 - How did Nikki manage to reduce her sentence?
→ 00:54:44 - Why is Nikki actually excited to finally go to prison?
→ 01:01:19 - How does Nikki feel now that this chapter of her life is finally ending?
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My Boyfriend Trafficked Me to His Friends
16 augustus 2026 · 2 uur 1 min
Deanna is sharing a part of her story she never thought she would tell publicly. After growing up in a deeply controlling religious environment, she entered adulthood without a clear understanding of boundaries, consent, or her own self-worth, leaving her vulnerable to relationships filled with manipulation, coercive control, abuse, and addiction. Lees meer
She opens up about being groomed and sexually coerced by a partner, losing herself in unhealthy relationships, and turning to alcohol until a DUI and three months in jail became the wake-up call that ultimately saved her life. Through sobriety, recovery, and learning to trust herself, Deanna began rebuilding her identity and discovering that the family she'd always dreamed of didn't have to look the way she'd been taught.
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:02:25 - Why does she use the word intrepid?
→ 00:04:08 - What is the im…
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I Married a Ponzi Schemer
9 augustus 2026 · 2 uur 1 min
For 20 years, Andrea believed she was living her dream life. Then her husband confessed he had been secretly running a multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme, shattering everything she thought she knew. In this episode, Andrea shares the devastating moment her world fell apart, how she navigated betrayal, financial ruin, and single motherhood, and what it took to rebuild her life after losing everything. She hopes her story reminds others that even after unimaginable trauma, healing is possible. Lees meer
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Topics Discussed:
→ Ponzi Scheme Survivor
→ Marriage Built on Lies
→ Financial Betrayal
→ Life After Losing Everything
→ Healing After Trauma
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:46 - What was Andrea's childhood like?
→ 00:03:06 - Why didn't wealth seem like a red flag?
→ 00:06:34 - How did she meet her future husband?
→ 00:08:08 - Why did Sean seem so charming?
→ 00:10:56 - Did their relationship seem too good to be true?
→ 00:12:42 - How did her father's death change what she wanted in a partner?
→ 00:16:31 - What were the first red flags in their marriage?
→ 00:19:10 - How did they build their dream life together?
→ 00:22:26 - How wealthy did they become?
→ 00:24:56 - What happened on March 18, 2009?
→ 00:29:38 - What did he confess first?
→ 00:31:50 - What is a Ponzi scheme?
→ 00:35:12 - How did she find out they had lost everything?
→ 00:35:12 - How did she find out they had lost ever…
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I Dated My Predator
2 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 45 min
At 15 years old, Jess entered a residential treatment center while struggling with trauma and her mental health. There, she met a counselor she was meant to trust who slowly groomed and sexually abused her, exploiting her vulnerability and changing the course of her life. Lees meer
In this episode, Jess shares how childhood trauma, abuse, addiction, and years of silence shaped her life and how she eventually found healing. She hopes her story helps other survivors feel seen, exposes the reality of abuse of power, and reminds people that healing is possible.
Check Out Jess:
→ Tik Tok | @graylightaura
Topics Discussed:
→ Childhood Trauma & Mental Health
→ Grooming by a Treatment Center Counselor
→ Surviving Sexual Abuse
→ Addiction & Recovery
→ Healing After Trauma
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:42 - What was Jess's childhood like?
→ 00:02:40 - How did losing her aunt change her life?
→ 00:05:10 - How did her father's alcoholism affect her?
→ 00:09:14 - What led to her first mental health crisis?
→ 00:10:10 - What happened during her first suicide attempt?
→ 00:11:02 - What was it like being in psychiatric hospitals?
→ 00:19:36 - Why was she sent to a residential treatment center?
→ 00:21:56 - How did she meet the counselor who groomed her?
→ 00:24:42 - How did they stay in contact after treatment?
→ 00:26:48 - How did the grooming begin?
→ 00:27:38 - What happened on their first "date"?
→ 00:29:40 - When did the abuse become sexual?
→ 00:31:18 - How did the abuse continue?
→ 00:32:34 - How was she isolated and manipulated?
→ 00:37:18 - How did the relationship affect her family?
→ 00:39:34 - How did the trauma begin to consume her life?
→ 00:49:40 - Why couldn't she leave the relationship?
→ 00:59:48 - How did she try to start over?
→ 01:05:16 - How did becoming a mother change her …
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R*ped in Police Custody
26 juli 2026 · 1 uur 43 min
At just 14 years old, Chris entered the juvenile justice system for minor offenses, where he encountered a trusted county sheriff who would profoundly alter the course of his life. After being groomed and sexually abused, the trauma followed him into adulthood, leading to years of addiction, mental health struggles, and silence. Lees meer
Today, Chris is sharing his story to expose the abuse of power that went unchecked, advocate for survivors of sexual abuse, and prove that healing is possible even after decades of carrying the weight of the past.
Check Out Chris:
→ Facebook
Topics Discussed:
→ Growing Up in the Juvenile Justice System
→ Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse
→ The Lasting Effects of Trauma
→ Holding Powerful People Accountable
→ Finding Healing Through Advocacy
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:40 - How did one false accusation change his life?
→ 00:03:58 - How did he meet Sheriff Bullock?
→ 00:05:18 - How did the grooming begin?
→ 00:07:02 - What happened during the first assault?
→ 00:10:36 - How did the abuse continue?
→ 00:11:20 - What happened during the second assault?
→ 00:15:12 - What was life like at Warren Acres?
→ 00:17:02 - Why did he keep returning to detention?
→ 00:19:07 - What happened during the third encounter?
→ 00:21:18 - How did he cope with the abuse?
→ 00:25:20 - Why did he begin acting out?
→ 00:27:03 - Why was he sent back to Warren Acres?
→ 00:29:54 - What happened during the final assault?
→ 00:31:12 - When did he first attempt suicide?
→ 00:35:30 - Why did he keep the abuse a secret?
→ 00:42:40 - How did the trauma follow him into adulthood?
→ 00:43:40 - How was Sheriff Bullock finally exposed?
→ 00:46:42 - What did life look like after the abuse?
→ 00:52:50 - What led to his next suicide attempt?
→ 00:55:24 - How…
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Dove in a Lake and Broke My Neck
19 juli 2026 · 2 uur 10 min
At 20 years old, Zach Cheremski dove into a lake he'd grown up on and instantly became paralyzed from the neck down. In this episode, Zach shares the moments leading up to the accident, what it was like to survive a catastrophic spinal cord injury, and the physical and emotional challenges that followed. He reflects on resilience, hope, and how one split-second decision changed the course of his life forever. Lees meer
Check Out Zackary:
→ https://x.com/Geodezics
Topics Discussed:
→ Surviving a life-changing diving accident
→ Living with a spinal cord injury and quadriplegia
→ The physical and emotional challenges of recovery
→ Navigating addiction, chronic pain, and healing
→ Finding purpose, resilience, and hope after trauma
On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:20 - Why did they decide to go night swimming?
→ 00:04:29 - What was going through his mind while trapped underwater?
→ 00:05:26 - How was he finally rescued?
→ 00:11:26 - What happened after he arrived at the hospital?
→ 00:18:38 - Who helped his family find hope during the darkest days?
→ 00:20:20 - What unexpected complications happened after the accident?
→ 00:23:30 - Why did he ask to "pull the plug"?
→ 00:27:38 - How did the support of others change his mindset?
→ 00:36:50 - Which unexpected visitor gave him hope?
→ 00:41:46 - What was recovery in the ICU really like?
→ 00:52:12 - How did pain medication become another battle?
→ 01:01:48 - What was it like returning to college after paralysis?
→ 01:13:20 - Why was going home harder than the hospital?
→ 01:16:42 - Did the hallucinations change the way he saw life?
→ 01:20:00 - Why did he question what was real after the accident?
→ 01:35:20 - How did he finally overcome addiction?
→ 01:51:20 - What does healing really look like after surviving trauma?
→ 01:57:45 - What message does he hope others take away from his story?
→ 02:01:10 - How has this experience changed the way he lives today?
Show links:
→ Hung…
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My Mother Married My Rapist
12 juli 2026 · 2 uur 2 min
For 14 years, Cynthia endured unimaginable abuse at the hands of the man she believed was her father. Lees meer
From the age of five until she escaped at 19, she was groomed, manipulated, and repeatedly sexually abused by her stepfather…all while living in what appeared to be the perfect family. When she finally found the courage to tell someone at 16, she expected protection. Instead, she was met with disbelief, shame, and pressure from the very people who should have stood by her.
Resources:
→ https://rainn.org/
→ https://paar.net/
Check Out Cynthia:
→ https://www.instagram.com/cynthiaadelgado?utm_source=qr
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:00 - What was her family dynamic?
→ 00:01:48 - What was her first memory of sexual abuse?
→ 00:02:51 - What was her next memory of abuse?
→ 00:05:51 - What feelings dominated her childhood?
→ 00:07:37 - Why didn't she know her stepfather wasn't her biological father?
→ 00:08:56 - How did she feel when she found out he wasn’t her father?
→ 00:09:49 - How often was she abused?
→ 00:10:13 - What happened when she became seriously ill?
→ 00:13:08 - How did everyone react when they found out?
→ 00:14:17 - Did her mom know what was happening?
→ 00:16:51 - Who else did he sexually abuse?
→ 00:19:01 - How did the abuse escalate as she got older?
→ 00:24:26 - How did the abuse change when she was 14?
→ 00:26:06 - How did her high school girlfriend change everything?
→ 00:27:32 - What happened after the school reported the abuse?
→ 00:29:26 - Why wa…
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I Was a School Shooter
5 juli 2026 · 1 uur 32 min
Some stories are incredibly difficult to hear—but that doesn't mean they shouldn't be told. Lees meer
At 16 years old, he brought a shotgun into his high school. One teacher was shot, countless lives were forever changed, and he would spend the next 17 years in prison living with the consequences of his actions.
Today, he works alongside educators, law enforcement, and mental health professionals, speaking openly about warning signs, intervention, accountability, healing, and hope for those who may be struggling in silence.
Topics Discussed:
→ What causes someone to become a school shooter?
→ Can childhood trauma lead to violent behavior?
→ What are the warning signs before school violence?
→ How does untreated depression affect teenagers?
→ Can someone truly change after prison?
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:57 - What can we learn from someone who committed school violence?
→ 00:02:52 - Why is he telling his story now?
→ 00:05:24 - What was his childhood really like?
→ 00:07:27 - How did childhood sexual abuse shape his mental health?
→ 00:08:01 - When did depression begin to take over?
→ 00:09:05 - Why did he attempt suicide?
→ 00:12:21 - How did his relationship with school change?
→ 00:13:59 - Did the mental hospital actually help?
→ 00:16:16 - How did his mental health spiral so quickly?
→ 00:17:36 - Why did his mom hire an attorney?
→ 00:20:18 - Why didn't he tell anyone about the abuse?
→ 00:22:59 - What is the impact of being open about your trauma?
→ 00:26:20 - How…
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My Dad Planned to Kill Us
28 juni 2026 · 2 uur 25 min
Victoria grew up watching her father abuse her mother, never knowing what would happen behind closed doors. In this episode, she shares what it was like growing up in a home shaped by domestic violence, addiction, and fear, and how those experiences continued to impact her long after her father was arrested. Lees meer
She opens up about the night everything changed, the grief of losing multiple family members while trying to rebuild her life, the complicated relationship she has with her father today, and how she's worked to break generational cycles of abuse. Victoria's story is one of resilience, healing, and choosing a different future despite the trauma she endured.
Topics Discussed:
→ Growing Up in a Home Affected by Domestic Violence
→ Living With the Effects of Childhood Trauma
→ Escaping Abuse and Rebuilding a Life
→ Grief, Loss, and Healing Through Family Tragedy
→ Breaking Generational Cycles of Abuse and Addiction
→ Navigating a Complex Relationship With an Abusive Parent
→ Finding Healing by Sharing Her Story
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:31 - What was her childhood like growing up in a Mexican household?
→ 00:07:10 - When did she first realize something was wrong at home?
→ 00:12:49 - What was it like growing up with domestic violence?
→ 00:18:03 - Why did her mom stay with her father for so long?
→ 00:24:18 - Why did she feel safest with her family in Mexico?
→ 00:31:12 - How did her family finally escape the abuse?
→ 00:37:58 - What happened after her father was arrested?
→ 00:43:55 - How did her family begin rebuilding their lives?
→ 00:47:07 - How did losing her grandfather change her quinceañera?
→ 00:48:34 - How did her mom turn a quinceañera into buying their first hom…
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Daughter's Father is a Child Molester
21 juni 2026 · 1 uur 30 min
At 17 years old, she believed that if a boyfriend didn't hit her, he was a good boyfriend. Lees meer
Growing up in a small town, raised in a strict religious household, and surrounded by unhealthy relationships, she had no idea what a healthy partnership was supposed to look like. What started as a high school relationship eventually led to years of heartbreak, single motherhood, difficult co-parenting battles, and the painful realization that the father of her child was never going to become the parent her daughter deserved.
But nothing could have prepared her for the message she received in 2025…a message that revealed her ex had been arrested and charged with multiple felony offenses involving a minor.
Topics Discussed:
→ How do you protect your child from an unsafe parent?
→ When should co-parenting stop?
→ What are signs of parental neglect?
→ How do you win sole custody?
→ How do you heal after betrayal?
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - What was it like growing up in a strict Jehovah's Witness household?
→ 00:02:34 - How did childhood trauma shape her relationships?
→ 00:04:04 - What happened during her high-risk pregnancy?
→ 00:09:02 - What made co-parenting so difficult from the beginning?
→ 00:12:58 - Who did she move in with after leaving her ex?
→ 00:14:44 - When did neglect become impossible to ignore?
→ 00:17:31 - Why did she pursue sole legal and physical custody?
→ 00:20:14 - How did his parenting get worse over time?
→ 00:25:42 - How did her current partner become the father figure her daughter needed?
→ 00:31:02 - What message changed her life forever?
→ 00:33:45 - How did she react aft…
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Molested By My Brother
14 juni 2026 · 47 min
She was only 9 years old when her older brother began molesting her. She kept it a secret until she was 16 years old, believing she was the only victim. After coming forward, she realized that others had been experiencing the abuse too, including her younger brother. Lees meer
She shares the anger, grief, relief, and unanswered questions that she still carries, as well as how the entire experience impacted her life and those around her.
→ National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE
→ Get Help Online: https://rainn.org/
Topics Discussed:
→ Being molested at 9 and keeping it secret until 16
→ Going to the police and evidence found in the home
→ Living in fear after her brother was bailed out
→ Her brother's suicide and the notes he left behind
→ How this experience shook her faith in religion
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:01:23 - When did her stepbrother move in with them?
→ 00:03:06 - What was their age difference?
→ 00:04:13 - When and why did her stop?
→ 00:06:47 - How did she feel before she told her parents?
→ 00:12:26 - Who else was getting abused?
→ 00:14:21 - Why were they scared to report abuse?
→ 00:18:15 - What was her brother saying when contacting them after?
→ 00:19:20 - When did the warrant go out?
→ 00:20:19 - What did he do after posting bail?
→ 00:23:24 - Why did she struggle with religion?
→ 00:25:15 - What happened after her brother took his life?
→ 00:26:34 - Who else committed suicide in her family?
→ 00:27:35 - When did another victim…
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Hung From a Power Line By My Leg for an Hour
7 juni 2026 · 1 uur 36 min
After surviving an accident that should have killed her, Kennedy woke up to a completely different life. In this episode, she shares the reality of losing a leg, recovering from severe injuries, living with a disability, and learning to find confidence, purpose, and joy after experiencing unimaginable trauma. Lees meer
Topics Discussed:
→ What happened the day Kennedy's life changed forever?
→ How did she survive being thrown into power lines?
→ What is life like after losing a limb?
→ How do you rebuild confidence after a traumatic accident?
→ What helped Kennedy find purpose after tragedy?
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:02:18 - What happened the day of Kennedy's accident?
→ 00:05:46 - How was she thrown into power lines?
→ 00:08:53 - What injuries did she sustain?
→ 00:12:14 - How did first responders save her life?
→ 00:15:38 - What does she remember from the hospital?
→ 00:19:07 - How did she learn she lost her leg?
→ 00:22:31 - What was the hardest part of recovery?
→ 00:25:42 - How did she adjust to life with one leg?
→ 00:29:08 - What was it like learning to walk again?
→ 00:33:12 - How did she cope with losing her independence?
→ 00:37:42 - What was it like returning home after the accident?
→ 00:41:18 - How did strangers react to her disability?
→ 00:44:47 - How did she rebuild her confidence?
→ 00:48:34 - What challenges came with chronic nerve pain?
→ 00:52:06 - How did social media become part of her healing journey?
→ 00:56:22 -…
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R*ped by My Parents Until I Was Mute
31 mei 2026 · 3 uur 33 min
For years, she thought what happened in my home was normal. She was isolated, terrorized, physically abused, and sexually abused by the people who were supposed to protect her. In this episode, she shares the reality of growing up in an environment of intrafamilial child torture, how it shaped her understanding of herself and the world, and the long road toward healing, boundaries, and seeking justice. Lees meer
Topics Discussed:
→ What is intrafamilial child torture?
→ How does childhood torture affect development?
→ Why do abuse victims stay silent?
→ What are common signs of grooming?
→ How do survivors pursue justice?
Sponsored By:
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction→ 00:02:13 - What is intrafamilial child torture?→ 00:04:32 - What was her family dynamic like growing up?→ 00:07:32 - What was her mother like as a parent?→ 00:10:08 - What were her parents like before she was born?→ 00:12:47 - How long did her parents serve in the Air Force?→ 00:13:53 - What is her earliest memory?→ 00:18:09 - How did things change after her second sibling was born?→ 00:19:58 - How did her mother and stepfather's relationship develop?→ 00:24:41 - Did she ever feel close to her mother?→ 00:31:08 - What role did she play within the family?→ 00:33:17 - How did moving across the country change her life?→ 00:36:07 - What forms of abuse did she experience?→ 00:39:01 - How did her stepfather stalk her at school?→ 00:44:16 - What was her stepfather's most disturbing trait?→ 00:48:13 - What happened when she tried to make friends?→ 00:53:10 - Why was bedtime so terrifying?→ 00:55:31 - How did the abuse escalate over time?→ 00:58:15 - What grooming tactics did her abuser use?→ 01:01:19 - How was religion used in her abuse?→ 01:04:39 - How did her fear of water impact her life?→ 01:11:45 - How was she publicly humiliated?→ 01:15:49 - How did her stepfather …
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I Found A Hidden Camera In My Bedroom
24 mei 2026 · 2 uur 6 min
She thought he was just a family friend. He’d been around for years, came to our house every week, and everyone trusted him. But one night while dog sitting alone at his house, something in her gut told me to look closer… and what I found changed everything. This is the full story of the hidden camera, the warning signs missed, and the terrifying realization that her intuition had been trying to protect me all along. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:51 - What is disc golfing?
→ 00:05:21 - How did she meet “Dave?”
→ 00:09:00 - How did their families get close?
→ 00:13:10 - How did she get close to his family?
→ 00:18:51 - What happened at the concession stand?
→ 00:21:27 - How did the age gap influence her first encounter with him?
→ 00:27:41 - Why is it important to trust your intuition?
→ 00:29:17 - Why do we excuse behavior that makes us uncomfortable?
→ 00:30:05 - What was it like dog sitting for him?
→ 00:32:31 - What was it like working as a secretary for him?
→ 00:41:15 - Why was she sleeping in their bed?
→ 00:46:04 - How did she find the first camera?
→ 00:46:54 - Where was the first camera?
→ 00:49:32 - What kind of camera was it
→ 00:59:28 - How did she take the camera to gather evidence?
→ 01:02:36 - Did she ever change in front of the camera?
→ 01:05:33 - How did he access the videos?
→ 01:09:12 - What was happening with the other family friend?
→ 01:12:02 - What was his wife like?
→ 01:14:40 - What was it like filing a police report?
→ 01:16:22 - Is it legal to film someone without their consent?
→ 01:20:10 - What happened when she went to get her belongings?
→ 01:23:01 - How did his family react to the news?
→ 01:30:01 - How did …
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Living with a Serial Cheater
17 mei 2026 · 2 uur 7 min
Ginny Priem thought she was finally living the life she had always dreamed of…a successful career, meaningful friendships, travel, love, and a growing family dynamic with a man she trusted deeply. Lees meer
But behind the scenes, everything was a lie.
In this episode, Ginny shares the shocking story of discovering that her partner was secretly living a double life while living in her home and raising his children alongside her. What started as an intense whirlwind romance slowly unraveled into manipulation, gaslighting, deception, hidden relationships, and emotional abuse.
On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:00:51 - How did after-work cocktails change her life?
→ 00:03:27 - What questions did she ask him when she finally confronted him?
→ 00:04:11 - What was her initial reaction to the news?
→ 00:05:09 - Why is it important to trust your intuition?
→ 00:06:22 - What was her life like before she met her ex-husband?
→ 00:11:05 - How long until she met his kids?
→ 00:13:07 - How quickly did he want to move in together?
→ 00:14:15 - What was their family dynamic like?
→ 00:18:12 - What was one of the beginning warning signs?
→ 00:23:43 - What excuses did he have for his behavior?
→ 00:25:36 - What was their sex life like?
→ 00:29:44 - What happened after they moved in together?
→ 00:34:11 - What did the security system footage show?
→ 00:36:41 - How to tell if you are not in a trusting relationship?
→ 00:37:44 - Why did he have so many pills?
→ 00:40:01 - What job did he have and how often did he travel?
→ 00:43:21 - What websites was he using to find partners?
→ 00:46:34 - How long should you wait to introduce someone to your kids?
→ 00:48:19 - What physical symptoms started showing up?
→ 00:49:45 - When did she finally start investigating?
→ 00:57:57 - What kind of love-bombing did she experience?
→ 00:59:26 - How did he respond to questioning the second time?
→ 01:02:29 - What was the timeline provided by the other women?
→ 01:…
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I Lived In A Brothel
10 mei 2026 · 1 uur 36 min
Lexi never planned on entering the sex industry. At 18 years old, she answered what she thought was a modeling ad on Craigslist and accidentally found herself in the world of webcam modeling, escorting, stripping, and OnlyFans. Lees meer
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→ Just Thrive | Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://justthrivehealth.com/INSANEOn This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - How did Lexi accidentally get started in adult work?
→ 00:03:28 - Was she nervous to start cam modeling?
→ 00:05:01 - What was it like working inside a cam studio?
→ 00:06:41 - What changed after she was allowed to show more online?
→ 00:08:49 - Was she scared her parents would find out?
→ 00:12:40 - How long did she do cam modeling, and how did COVID change things?
→ 00:17:17 - What was her first strip club audition like?
→ 00:20:16 - Has she ever felt uncomfortable or attracted to someone at work?
→ 00:21:56 - What happens if she actually likes a client?
→ 00:26:22 - What double standards do sex workers face while dating?
→ 00:29:19 - How does she handle judgment about sex work?
→ 00:33:47 - Was it difficult balancing multiple income streams?
→ 00:34:56 - What is the brothel application process really like?
→ 00:36:40 - How do negotiations work inside a brothel?
→ 00:38:17 - What are the wildest things she’s experienced on the job?
→ 00:42:04 - How does traveling work as a sex worker?
→ 00:45:12 - How much work goes into becoming successful in the industry?
→ 00:49:06 - How did a staph infection nearly change her life forever?
→ 00:54:15 - Why did she realize rest and hobbies mattered so much?
→ 00:56:25 - What was it like going viral after the Candace Owens interview?
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Survivor of Animal R*pe
3 mei 2026 · 2 uur 26 min
In today’s episode, a childhood sexual abuse survivor shares what it was like growing up in a home where sexual abuse, including abuse involving animals, was normalized, hidden, and never spoken about. She walks through the reality of grooming, manipulation, and fear, and how those dynamics made it nearly impossible to speak up, even when they knew something was wrong. Lees meer
She opens up about the impact on their relationships, their sense of safety, and the long journey of processing shame, seeking therapy, and eventually finding the courage to share their story publicly. This conversation also explores why so many survivors don’t report, what the legal process actually looks like, and how healing and advocacy can coexist.
Sponsored By:
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Check Out Jada:
Tik Tok: @jadasadvocacy https://www.tiktok.com/@jadasadvocacy
IG: jadasadvocacy https://www.instagram.com/jadasadvocacy/On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 - Introduction
→ 00:02:14 - What are fawning and flopping as trauma responses?
→ 00:04:39 - Did her parents allow her to hang out with friends, and were there good times in her childhood?
→ 00:06:16 - What were the specifics of the abuse, and what happened in court?
→ 00:07:58 - What are the misconceptions and minimization around bestiality and sexual abuse?
→ 00:12:43 - How do premeditation and grooming play a role in abuse?
→ 00:14:12 - Did the abuse happen to everyone in the household?
→ 00:15:28 - What was her mother and stepfather’s relationship like?
→ 00:16:45 - Did she confide in friends or share what was happening at home during school?
→ 00:19:42 - Did the larger community have any idea what was going on?
→ 00:22:29 - Who did she tell at age 14, and how did her first love play a role?
→ 00:25:58 - What caused the turmoil with her sist…
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Found My Daughter Dead in Her Crib
26 april 2026 · 55 min
When Candyce’s daughter Delilah was just one week away from her first birthday, she passed away in her sleep from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. What followed was a devastating reality of unanswered questions, overwhelming grief, and learning how to live after losing a child. In this episode, Candyce shares the morning she found her daughter, the guilt and isolation that came after, and how she’s turning her pain into purpose while keeping Delilah’s memory alive. Lees meer
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On This Episode We Cover:
→ 00:00:00 — Introduction
→ 00:02:23 — What happened the morning her baby passed away?
→ 00:05:20 — How do SIDS investigations work?
→ 00:06:12 — Do they know what causes SIDS?
→ 00:08:01 — How many infant deaths are attributed to SIDS?
→ 00:09:25 — What was the day before her passing like?
→ 00:12:02 — Are there pregnancy and infant loss support groups?
→ 00:14:11 — Why is it so important to spread awareness about SIDS?
→ 00:16:54 — Why is it important for mothers to share their experiences?
→ 00:19:28 — What is it like to search for someone who can relate?
→ 00:21:09 — How do you continue to live life after losing your child?
→ 00:23:43 — Why does grief make people feel so uncomfortable?
→ 00:25:28 — How does loss and grief compound over time?
→ 00:26:47 — What signs is she seeing from her daughter?
→ 00:29:26 — Why is the loss of a child so deeply heartbreaking?
→ 00:30:54 — What are the side effects of Zoloft and Wellbutrin?
→ 00:31:53 — Is there any new research on SIDS?
→ 00:36:43 — How do you support someone grieving after SIDS?
→ 00:39:35 — Why is it important to find a safe place to share?
→ 00:41:48 — What are some of the theories about SIDS?
→ 00:45:29 — What are her plans moving forward?
Show Links:
→ American Academy of Pediatrics (Safe Sleep Guidelines)
→ CDC - SIDS & Safe Sleep
→ Safe to Sleep Campaign (NIH)
→ Fi…
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My Dad and Brother are Rapists
19 april 2026 · 2 uur 35 min
Maddy was six years old when her father went to prison - but no one told her why. Growing up, everything felt confusing, unstable, and unspoken. The truth was always there… just never explained. In this episode, she shares what it was like growing up in a home where abuse was ignored, secrets were kept, and she was left to figure it out on her own. Lees meer
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→ 00:00:00 – What makes someone finally decide to share their story?
→ 00:00:35 – What happens when a parent goes to prison during childhood?
→ 00:01:20 – How do parents’ backgrounds shape a child’s life?
→ 00:03:00 – What does a toxic relationship between parents look like?
→ 00:04:45 – What does early childhood feel like before everything changes?
→ 00:06:30 – When do childhood experiences first start to feel wrong?
→ 00:07:55 – What leads to a parent receiving a long prison sentence?
→ 00:09:10 – What happens when a parent suddenly disappears from a child’s life?
→ 00:10:40 – What is it like growing up without stability?
→ 00:12:45 – Why do some children feel like outsiders in their own family?
→ 00:15:10 – How can a sibling become controlling or abusive?
→ 00:19:30 – What happens when abuse becomes normalized at home?
→ 00:22:50 – When does a difficult situation start to escalate?
→ 00:25:10 – What does it look like when boundaries are completely crossed?
→ 00:27:15 – How does abuse begin and go unnoticed?
→ 00:30:10 – How do children process traumatic experiences at a young age?
→ 00:31:30 – What happens when no one steps in to help?
→ 00:33:10 – Why do families suddenly relocate or start over?
→ 00:35:45 – How do children discover difficult family truths on their own?
→ 00:38:10 – What changes aft…
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Born Into Feederism
12 april 2026 · 1 uur 46 min
Groomed from childhood into a hidden fetish world, Jess spent years trapped in trauma, addiction, and a 700+ lb spiral, until losing everything forced a shocking fight to reclaim her life. Lees meer
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Timestamps:
→ 00:00:00 – What does it feel like to realize your entire life was shaped before you even understood it?
→ 00:02:30 – What is feederism and how can it be introduced to a child without them realizing?
→ 00:03:10 – How can grooming happen even without physical abuse?
→ 00:05:00 – How can food, dieting, and control be used as psychological manipulation?
→ 00:06:00 – Why would someone secretly sabotage a child’s health for their own pleasure?
→ 00:07:00 – How does public humiliation play a role in control and manipulation?
→ 00:09:10 – How can fear be used to control a child’s behavior?
→ 00:12:40 – When does manipulation escalate into something more dangerous?
→ 00:14:50 – How does exposure to adult content at a young age shape identity?
→ 00:18:50 – How does grooming evolve as a child becomes a teenager?
→ 00:19:40 – What happens when a minor is brought into adult environments like clubs?
→ 00:22:30 – Why are teenagers especially vulnerable to harmful relationships?
→ 00:23:30 – What happens when a toxic relationship takes over your life?
→ 00:26:00 – What does feeder behavior look like in relationships and how extreme can it get?
→ 00:29:50 – How does someone transition from grooming into adult industry work?
→ 00:31:20 – Why can harmful environments feel familiar or even safe?
→ 00:34:10 – How do people separate their identity…
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I Was Raised in a Pedophile Cult
6 april 2026 · 2 uur 1 min
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https://wereallinsane.comZacch was raised in an end-times cult where one man controlled everything—families, money, marriages… even the children. Kids were taken from their parents, underage girls were married off, and abuse was part of everyday life.
Zacch's Links:
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https://open.spotify.com/show/3UWrUeu5GHx4XMxfGQeuyj?si=PLHNmxaoRtunXxY6hPAe3QTime Stamps:
00:00:05 – What is it like growing up in a cult from birth?
00:00:17 – How do cult leaders justify their beliefs after criminal behavior?
00:00:44 – How does a cult actually start and gain followers?
00:02:13 – What are early warning signs that a church is turning into a cult?
00:02:57 – Why do cult leaders often blame women for “sin” or “lust”?
00:03:21 – How do cults normalize inappropriate or abusive behavior in public?
00:05:25 – Why do people with traumatic pasts join cults?
00:06:09 – How does childhood trauma make someone vulnerable to manipulation?
00:07:33 – What was the Black Panther Party and what did they actually do?
00:10:33 – How does witnessing violence as a child affect later decisions?
00:11:40 – How do cults slowly isolate members from family and society?
00:12:26 – Do cult leaders control relationships and marriages?
00:13:07 – Why do people agree to arranged marriages in cults?
00:14:27 – Why do cult leaders make false “end of the world” predictions?
00:15:15 – What happens when cult members give up all their money and assets?
00:16:13 – What is daily life like inside a remote cult commune?
00:17:20 – Do cults deny medical care and what are the consequences?
00:18:14 – What happens when deaths occur inside isolated religious groups?
00:19:52 – How can cult leaders manipulate life-or-death decisions?
00:21:14 – Why would a cult defend or support violent criminals?
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My Boyfriend Trafficked Me
30 maart 2026 · 1 uur 31 min
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Emily thought she was in a relationship—she wasn’t. She was being controlled, abused, and eventually pimped out by her own boyfriend. He got her hooked on drugs, trafficked her across states, had her beaten and robbed, and even kidnapped her.
This is a story about how quickly love can turn into control, how deep manipulation can go, and what it actually takes to get out. Emily made it out—and she’s telling everything.
Emily’s Links:
instagram: @emm.bodied
youtube: talkswithem
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 What happens when someone you love traffics and kidnaps you?
00:00:24 How does growing up with an abusive parent shape your life?
00:01:17 What are early signs of anxiety in children?
00:01:42 What does a severe anxiety attack feel like in school?
00:02:15 Can anxiety actually cause you to pass out?
00:03:13 Why are young women drawn to the strip club industry?
00:04:16 What does it feel like to start working in a strip club?
00:05:49 How do you know when something feels wrong but ignore it?
00:06:34 How do traffickers first approach and recruit victims?
00:07:24 How do manipulators use compliments to gain control?
00:08:12 Why do people crave being “rescued” in relationships?
00:09:15 How does financial control begin in abusive relationships?
00:10:02 Why should you trust actions over words in relationships?
00:11:54 How are victims introduced into trafficking environments?
00:13:07 What is “the blade” and how does street-level work operate?
00:14:25 How do traffickers use jealousy and control …
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My Family Stole My Identity
23 maart 2026 · 1 uur 19 min
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https://wereallinsane.com Lees meerGrowing up in Brazil, things looked pretty normal on the outside—but there were always weird things happening. Letters showing up in her name, people coming to the house asking for her… and none of it made sense at the time.
When she was 12, she found out why. Someone in her own family had stolen her identity and created companies in her name, leaving her with a massive amount of debt before she was even a teenager.
We talk about what that actually looked like growing up—dealing with legal issues as a kid, having her assets frozen at 18, and spending years trying to fix something she didn’t do.Renata’s Links:
Instagram: @safewithrenata
Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tU-lC6_801E
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I Killed My R*pist
15 maart 2026 · 2 uur 32 min
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Clark, a New Jersey man who was sentenced after confessing to killing the man who abused him as a child, breaks down the history between himself and Dennis Pegg, the allegations that went ignored for years, and the moment that led Fredericks to take matters into his own hands. It’s a heavy story about trauma, justice, and what happens when accusations are never fully addressed.
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I Lost $10 Million Gambling
9 maart 2026 · 1 uur 51 min
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Growing up in New York City with a news anchor mom and a lawyer father, his life looked stable from the outside. Behind the scenes, addiction took over. Multiple arrests, a 900mg-a-day Oxy habit, and a gambling addiction that cost him over $10 million pushed him to the edge of losing everything.
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R*ped By My Mom
2 maart 2026 · 1 uur 49 min
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Samantha shares her experience with MDSA (mother daughter sexual assault) and how it impacted her life. This conversation is emotional, and there are moments that are hard to sit with.
We talk about what happens when trauma lives inside a family, the silence, the guilt, the things that don’t get said — and what it’s taken for her to start healing.Sam's Links:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@xxxxkaisaxxxx?_r=1&_t=ZP-92AyUu6gafG
RAINN.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673
RAINN also has an app you can download to text an advocate.psychologytoday.com is a great resource to find a provider that matches your needs instead of just being assigned a random therapist at an office & hoping for the best. Many offer free consultations to make sure it’s a good fit.
Greenbrook TMS TMS Therapy and Esketamine for Depression | Depression Treatment | Greenbrook
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Daughter of a Killer
23 februari 2026 · 1 uur 59 min
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Karah was raised by strong single women after her father went to prison when she was just three months old, Karah opens up about the beauty and the chaos of her childhood — from family love and resilience to addiction, prison sentences, and unimaginable challenges. She shares what it was like navigating life with an incarcerated parent, becoming a mother at 19, and ultimately choosing to rise above the hand she was dealt.
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Drugged and R*ped at Work Party
16 februari 2026 · 3 uur 2 min
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At 21, Tressa was drugged, abducted, r**ed, and nearly strangled to death by a stranger. She was left barely alive.
Tressa talks about what survival really looks like after something like that. Not the inspirational version. The real one — the fear, the anger, the way your whole sense of safety disappears.Time Stamps:
00:00:00 – What is it like to survive being abducted, drugged, raped, and strangled twice?
00:03:33 – What happened at a work party that led to a violent assault?
00:06:23 – How can someone be drugged at a bar by a coworker?
00:09:45 – What does it feel like to regain consciousness during a sexual assault?
00:12:09 – What do predators say during an attack to psychologically dominate their victim?
00:14:49 – What kind of long-term physical damage can violent rape cause?
00:16:02 – What does fight, flight, or freeze feel like during a life-threatening assault?
00:17:15 – How can something as small as a worn-out belt save someone’s life?
00:18:37 – Why do some victims pretend to be dead to survive?
00:22:22 – Why would an attacker leave to dispose of a body they believe is dead?
00:25:24 – What happens when a roommate unexpectedly interrupts a violent assault?
00:31:35 – What is it like telling your father you’ve just been raped?
00:35:29 – What happens during a rape kit exam at the hospital?
00:37:23 – Why does a sexual assault exam feel like a second violation?
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Stroke at 18 Years Old
9 februari 2026 · 1 uur 58 min
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Courtney was 18 years old when she had a massive stroke that almost killed her. One minute she was on vacation, the next she was being life-flighted and told something was seriously wrong. Doctors later discovered sepsis and two holes in her heart she never knew existed.
Courtney's Links:
Instagram:
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Tiktok:
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Youtube:
https://youtube.com/@courtney.fullmer?si=3N9SCj82LivAb9ogTime Stamps:
00:00:00 – What does it feel like to have a stroke at 18 years old?
00:01:10 – Can you be perfectly healthy and still have a stroke?
00:02:35 – What was life like right before a medical emergency at a young age?
00:04:55 – How grief and emotional stress impact the body physically
00:07:15 – What are the earliest stroke symptoms most people ignore?
00:09:45 – How do you know when something is seriously wrong with your body?
00:12:30 – Why young people dismiss major health warning signs
00:15:45 – Can physical activity or water sports trigger a stroke?
00:17:50 – What does a stroke feel like while it’s happening in real time?
00:19:20 – What happens when one side of your body suddenly stops working?
00:20:40 – What does it feel like when you can’t speak but know what you want to say?
00:22:45 – Can you pass out during a stroke and not realize it?
00:24:30 – How do people recognize stroke symptoms in an emergency?
00:26:45 – Why timing matters so much during a medical emergency
00:28:50 – How lack of cell service almost delayed life-saving care
00:31:30 – What happens when doctors don’t immediately know the cause of a stroke?
00:34:55 – What is LifeFlight and when is it used in emergencies?
00:38:20 – How faith and spirituality can show up during medical trauma
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Lost My Virginity to My Stepbrother and Got Pregnant
2 februari 2026 · 1 uur 18 min
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Laura shares how she lost her virginity to her much older stepbrother, got pregnant, and had an abortion she instantly regretted. We talk guilt, infertility, believing God was punishing her, and the adoption journey that finally forced her to face it all.Laura's Links:Abortion routing services: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-illinois/patient-resources/whether-youre-in-illinois-or-from-another-stateAngel Adoption (the service we used to adopt and where birthmothers can go to as well): angeladoptioninc.comTiktok: @helloitslbo
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 – What happens when you lose your virginity to your stepbrother?
00:01:12 – Why do people stay silent about traumatic family secrets for years?
00:02:48 – Is it normal to carry guilt for something that happened decades ago?
00:04:20 – How does growing up around teen pregnancy shape your fear of becoming one?
00:06:02 – What does it feel like to never feel desired growing up?
00:07:56 – Can attraction happen instantly even when it feels wrong?
00:09:05 – Is it possible to feel chemistry with someone you just met at a family wedding?
00:10:39 – What goes through your mind when your stepbrother kisses you in public?
00:11:52 – Did anyone notice the inappropriate relationship at the wedding?
00:13:58 – Why do taboo relationships sometimes feel more intense?
00:15:18 – How quickly can a secret relationship escalate into sex?
00:16:32 – What is it like losing your virginity later than everyone else?
00:18:28 – What do you do when you find out the man you slept with has a girlfriend?
00:19:59 – Did her parents ever find out about the relationship?
00:21:10 – What happens when someone cuts you off right after intimacy?
00:22:29 – How do you know you’re pregnant before taking a test?
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Being Gay in a Homophobic House
25 januari 2026 · 1 uur 17 min
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Ari's adoption was supposed to save her life — but instead exposed her to abuse, neglect, and deep rejection. Taken in by family while her parents were gone, Ari grew up never being accepted for who she truly was, especially as a lesbian. This is a raw conversation about the dark side of adoption, family betrayal, and the lasting damage of being punished for your identity.
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 — What happens when a child is adopted while both parents are incarcerated or addicted?
00:02:10 — What is it like growing up bouncing between homes as a young child?
00:04:05 — How does growing up in an image-obsessed household affect a traumatized child?
00:06:00 — Why do some parents prioritize appearance over a child’s emotional needs?
00:08:20 — How do controlling parents react to LGBTQ families and friendships?
00:10:45 — Why do some parents fear their child being gay before the child even knows?
00:13:00 — How do abandonment issues form when a parent frames themselves as a savior?
00:15:05 — What happens when a teen is forced to come out during a moment of fear?
00:17:30 — How is religion weaponized against LGBTQ children?
00:19:00 — What does emotional abandonment look like after coming out?
00:21:10 — How does isolation become a punishment for queer teens?
00:23:15 — Why doesn’t punishment or control change someone’s sexuality?
00:25:30 — What does it mean when a parent becomes violent over “white lies”?
00:27:40 — How does humiliation become a tool of control in abusive households?
00:29:50 — Why do teens run away when emotional abuse escalates?
00:32:10 — What actually happens when CPS gets involved in family conflict?
00:34:20 — Why do abuse survivors minimize their experiences when authorities ask?
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I Accidentally Paralyzed My Dad
19 januari 2026 · 1 uur 30 min
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Courtney's life was permanently altered by a single, unthinkable accident — accidentally running over her own father and disabling him. We talk about the crushing guilt, the aftermath of addiction, abandonment, and the impossible position of becoming his caretaker while still raising her own family.
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Schizophrenia Took My Brother
12 januari 2026 · 2 uur 27 min
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Kelly’s life changed when her twin brother was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and bipolar disorder.
We get into what it’s really like loving someone in psychosis — the delusions, hospitalizations, and the emotional exhaustion of trying to hold onto someone who’s slipping away. She also opens up about losing her father in the process, as he became her brother’s full-time caregiver.
Alongside that, she shares her own lifelong battle with anxiety, panic disorder, and OCD, and what it’s like to suffer quietly while your family is in crisis.
This is a raw, honest conversation about grief, mental illness, and what it costs to love someone who’s breaking.Kelly's Links:
Support Group: NAMI (https://www.nami.org/program/nami-family-support-group/)
Instagram: kcamp31996Time Stamps:
00:00:00 — What is it like growing up as a twin when one sibling later develops severe mental illness?
00:03:15 — How does childhood family structure affect long-term mental health?
00:06:00 — What are early signs of anxiety in children that often get overlooked?
00:08:45 — Why do adults sometimes dismiss anxiety symptoms as “overreacting”?
00:11:05 — Can children experience anxiety and self-hatred without a clear cause?
00:13:00 — What subtle warning signs appear before serious mental illness develops?
00:15:30 — How loss of motivation in school can signal deeper psychological issues
00:18:05 — Can witnessing violence trigger long-term mental health conditions?
00:21:00 — What does a panic attack actually feel like physically and mentally?
00:24:05 — How do OCD behaviors form as a way to cope with anxiety?
00:27:35 — Can fear of death and existential thoughts tr… -
Postpartum Psychosis Nearly Killed Me
8 januari 2026 · 1 uur 42 min
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Meagan opens up about severe postpartum depression that turned into terrifying delusions, intrusive thoughts, and suicidal ideation. Even as an RN, she didn’t recognize how bad it had gotten. She shares the shame, fear, and silence so many women carry after childbirth but are too afraid to admit.
Maternal Health Helpline: 833-852-6262
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 — What happens when postpartum depression is ignored and left untreated?
00:01:38 — Why do so many mothers hide postpartum mental health struggles?
00:02:31 — How rare is postpartum psychosis and why is it so dangerous?
00:03:55 — How does upbringing and religion shape relationship choices later in life?
00:04:35 — How do purity culture beliefs affect red flag awareness in relationships?
00:05:51 — What does love bombing look like before you recognize it as unhealthy?
00:07:00 — How do toxic relationships quietly escalate while life looks “successful”?
00:08:51 — Can hormonal birth control trigger long-term emotional instability?
00:10:20 — What happens when medical decisions are made without proper care?
00:11:35 — How does betrayal trauma impact mental health before pregnancy?
00:12:45 — Why does emotional devastation lead to risky coping behaviors?
00:13:57 — What goes through your mind when you discover an unplanned pregnancy?
00:15:34 — How can family support instantly change pregnancy fear into acceptance?
00:17:18 — What does a “perfect” pregnancy look like before everything changes?
00:18:59 — Can extreme productivity mask emotional and psychological distress?
00:21:10 — What is a membrane sweep and how does it start labor?
00:22:36 — What does active labor feel like when you try to stay in control?
00:25:19 — What is it like giving birth when everything appears to go right?
00:26:59 — What does postpartum psychosis feel like the moment it begins?
00:27:53 — Why do postpartum psychosis symptoms feel spiritual or demonic?
00:29:24 — How do new mothers hi… -
Growing Up in Stage 5 Hoarder Home
5 januari 2026 · 2 uur 58 min
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In todays episode, Summer, a CPTSD survivor and advocate who grew up in extreme neglect inside a stage 4–5 hoarder home walks us through her childhood which was marked by emotional and sexual abuse, food insecurity, and long periods without basic necessities—alongside severe animal hoarding and cruelty.
After more than 20 years of silence, Summer spoke up and helped shut down her parents’ backyard breeding operation, giving a voice to animals and children who were never protected.Connect with Summer:
• TikTok: @summerjoy4 (https://www.tiktok.com/@summerjoy4)
• Instagram: @summerjoy.cptsd_survivor (https://www.instagram.com/summerjoy.cptsd_survivor/profilecard/?igsh=MThma3hwOWpoYXE2NA==)
• YouTube: SummerJoy4 (https://youtube.com/@SummerJoy4?si=dHsfCq-b-hfda7zw)
• Linktree (all links): linktr.ee/summerjoy4 (https://linktr.ee/summerjoy4?utm_source=linktree_admin_share)
• Collaborations/Media: summerjoy.officialmgmt@gmail.com📚 Hoarding & Trauma Resources
• International OCD Foundation (Hoarding): https://iocdf.org/hoarding
• Children of Hoarders: https://childrenofhoarders.com
• Institute for Challenging Disorganization: https://challengingdisorganization.org
• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): https://nami.org
• Hoarding Cleanup Directory: https://hoardingcleanup.com
• Crisis Text Line (24/7, free): https://www.crisistextline.org — text HOME to 741741🧑🧑🧒🧒 Facebook Support Groups
• Hoarding & Clutter Support Community (https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14R1bxQ8tMQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr)
• Adult Children of Hoarders Support (https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BF3zVAjjc/?mibextid=wwXIfr)If you have a unique story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZiHgdoK4PLRAddiB9
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Child Rape Victim of the YMCA
28 december 2025 · 2 uur 12 min
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In this episode, a survivor breaks decades of silence to expose what happened inside the Huntington, New York YMCA.
Between the ages of 9 and 12, they were repeatedly raped by three male YMCA employees. The abuse wasn’t isolated—there were dozens of child victims. For years, the truth was buried, protected by an institution that failed the children in its care. Nearly 50 years later, everything changed.Time Stamps:
00:00:00 — What does it mean when childhood trauma shapes an entire lifetime?
00:01:07 — What was it like growing up in a large working-class family in the 1960s?
00:03:27 — Why do certain childhood memories feel magical before everything changes?
00:06:49 — How can switching mentors or teams quietly alter a child’s future?
00:07:41 — What are early grooming behaviors adults often mistake for kindness?
00:09:19 — How do predators identify children who crave approval and belonging?
00:11:07 — Why would parents trust authority figures enough to allow overnight stays?
00:13:32 — How does grooming convince a child that abuse equals love?
00:15:52 — How does a child rationalize abuse when they don’t understand what’s happening?
00:18:22 — How can unaffiliated adults gain access to children through trusted institutions?
00:21:16 — Why don’t children tell their parents even when they’re terrified?
00:23:13 — How does repeated trauma begin to erase a child’s sense of identity?
00:25:58 — What does it feel like when your body knows what’s coming but you can’t escape?
00:27:35 — Can PTSD develop from childhood abuse without visible violence?
00:30:56 — What moment finally exposes years of hidden abuse?
00:34:03 — What happens when one child speaks up and the system responds incorrectly?
00:35:01 — Why do institutions relocate abusers instead of reporting them?
00:38:50 — How does untreated childhood trauma show up as rebellion in adolescence?
00:42:01 — How can sports become a lifeline after deep trauma?
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Held Hostage by Somali Pirates
22 december 2025 · 2 uur 3 min
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In 2011, while working on an education mission in Somalia, Jessica was abducted at gunpoint and held hostage by Somali pirates for 93 days. She was forced to live outdoors, starved, and threatened daily as her health rapidly declined. On January 25, 2012, her captivity ended with a dramatic rescue carried out by SEAL Team Six, authorized by President Obama.
Jessica's Links:
https://www.amazon.com/How-Survive-Survival-Meaningful-Contribution/dp/1958472352/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1KUJNWLMHS1DJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.lFeuwg5Po5LcNnhDjwrujwWb_-fnK6FoUXEv11xr14Y.UCcif3-ZISImT-qxh4w6KvXP1EFTrsMHFE44z9vVWPY&dib_tag=se&keywords=how+to+survive+survival+jessica+buchanan&qid=1766336855&sprefix=how+to+survive+survival%2Caps%2C97&sr=8-1https://www.jessbuchanan.com/
Instagram: @jessicacbuchanan
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My Dad Shot My Mom in the Face
14 december 2025 · 2 uur 15 min
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When Chell was just 18 months old, her father—a police officer—shot her mother in the face while she slept and walked free. What followed were years of abuse, foster care, loss, and survival. In this episode, Chell shares the trauma that shaped her life, the night her husband died in her arms, and how she found purpose after everything tried to break her.
Chell's Links:
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheMonsters
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemonsters
TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthemonsters
ApplePodcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-monsters/id1778966880
Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3gmVkvzX4xNWwsWFamRUai?si=hKz97XK2Rh6eSEU5GL0XCA
Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/BeyondtheMonstersTime Stamps:
00:00:00 — What does it mean when a child’s first memories involve extreme violence in the home?
00:03:41 — How does surviving an attempted murder by a parent affect a family long-term?
00:07:58 — Why do children normalize chaos when abuse is part of daily life?
00:11:44 — How does growing up in constant fear rewire a child’s nervous system?
00:14:09 — Why do abusive punishments often feel more humiliating than painful?
00:18:12 — What happens psychologically when a parent chooses an abuser over their child?
00:21:07 — Why do children in foster care experience higher rates of secondary abuse?
00:24:03 — How does institutional neglect allow abuse to continue unnoticed?
00:27:41 — Why do trauma survivors struggle to trust authority figures meant to protect them?
00:31:19 — How does early exposure to violence influence relationship patterns in adulthood?
00:34:48 — Why do abuse survivors often defend or return to harmful partners?
00:37:06 — What happens to the brain during sexual assault when survival instincts take over?
00:39:52 — Why do trauma survivors minimize events that would devastate others?
00:42:21 — How does prolonged trauma distort a person’s sense of sa… -
Groomed by High School Softball Coach
8 december 2025 · 1 uur 58 min
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Kate opens up about a relationship that began when she was just 16 years old—with her 32-year-old high school softball coach. What started in secrecy eventually grew into years of manipulation, abuse, and silence from the adults who were supposed to protect her.
She walks us through how the relationship began, how it continued even after the school was alerted, and how she carried the weight of it into adulthood. Despite everything, she went on to graduate college, finish law school, and become a prosecutor. And after years of therapy and rebuilding her life, she finally reported the truth to police in 2024. Her former coach has since pled guilty and is now awaiting sentencing.
Kate's Links:
https://www.nsvrc.org/
https://rainn.org/learn-about-rainn/what-we-do/support-and-services/
https://oaesv.org/
https://www.dvpi.org/
Topics: Manipulation, Coercion, Abuse, Legal Justice, Child Exploitation
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My Mom Was My First Bully
1 december 2025 · 2 uur 23 min
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In today’s episode, Kétlye opens up about growing up in a strict military household where being herself was never accepted. From physical punishment to being stripped of her dignity after coming out, she spent years believing she was the problem. Now, she’s sharing what really happened, what it’s taken to survive, and how she’s still trying to heal, forgive, and rebuild. This is a conversation about identity, family, shame, and what it means to keep choosing yourself— even when the people closest to you don’t.
Ketlye's Links:
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@cousinnchaos?si=eI8aKFJP5iUS9qT8
00:22:06 — Why do some children grow up feeling like they’re being dressed for someone else’s approval rather than their own comfort?00:22:42 — How does a parent’s idea of appearance shape a child’s self-identity long term?00:23:19 — Why are some kids restricted from certain toys or interests based on outdated gender rules?00:23:59 — What happens psychologically when a child’s harmless interests are repeatedly taken away?00:30:43 — How does fear of getting in trouble at home affect behavior at school?00:31:19 — Why do children panic when teachers threaten to contact their parents?00:31:56 — What does extreme distress in class reveal about what a child may be experiencing privately?00:32:54 — Why do small childhood mistakes sometimes trigger extreme consequences at home?00:33:50 — How do school confrontations escalate into larger issues when home life is already unstable?00:34:12 — Why do some kids confess immediately when confronted, even before being accused?00:34:35 — How do food-related punishments impact a child emotionally and physically?00:34:55 — Why do some punishments seem designed to humiliate rather than teach?00:43:53 — What leads a parent to remove a child’s ability to sleep in their own bed as discipline?00:44:33 — How do teens secretly attempt to cope with harsh living conditions at home?00:44:47 — What are the emotional effects of…