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Every 73 seconds someone in the United States is sexually assaulted. Every 9 minutes that person is a child. Each week, join kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart as she speaks with therapists, survivors, and experts as they share stories of empowerment, recovery, and hope. If you or someone you know has ever experienced the horrors of sexual assault, then this podcast is for you!
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Bravery means something different to each of us, right? Firewalk Scotland founder Lee Walls hosts this series of intimate, personal and inspiring conversations about what bravery looks and feels like. How do you stay authentic, and stay real? How do you ensure that you show up for yourself when needed? Find out more about Lee's work with Firewalk Scotland here: https://www.firewalkscotland.co.uk/
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https://trustmywork.com/profile/Patricia%20Adams%20Live Shows YouTube Playlist at http://www.youtube.com/user/PatriciaAdamsLive Discussing LIFE's DIFFICULT Topics! Violence knows no boundaries with regard to age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, economic situation, or geography. Trauma can result from experiencing or witnessing childhood physical or sexual abuse and neglect, rape, domestic violence per NCTIC. The Patricia Adams Live broadcast discusses life's difficult topics wit ...
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Welcome to the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Podcast. If you like honest, vulnerable, and real stories about what it takes to not only become great, but more self-confident and bold enough to be yourself, then this show is for you. Join me each week for inspiring, encouraging, and meaningful conversations with diverse people from all walks of life and industry. Each of my guests started as ordinary people like you and me but have accomplished extraordinary things in their lives to be cons ...
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Multimedia artist & parent Vyana Novus explores relational wellness through the lens of creativity. They merge their experiences of integrating complex trauma and chronic illness with a mindful, multidimensional mindset focused on creative expression. | Some topics you'll hear discussed on the show include personal responsibility, creatively exploring presence, sexual liberation, trauma recovery, relating after abuse, conscious parenting, cultivating sustainable joy, being in relationship wi ...
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Rape and sexual violence recovery: Madeleine Black
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CONTENT WARNING: sexual violence, rape Madeleine shares her story of having been brutally and multiply raped as a young teenager, as part of a mission to end shame, stigma, and silence. She's an author, public speaker, and hosts her own 'Unbroken - healing through storytelling' podcast. Mentioned in this episode: Be brave with Firewalk Scotland To …
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'Gaslighting Scottish Rape Victims in the Name of Trans Inclusion' by Joan Smith
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Realists may believe international relations is all about mindless forces balancing and smashing into each other, but it’s actually about ideology, institutions, history, and the personalities of human beings.By Quillette
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Western civilisation has not succeeded because its liberal and secular principles are Christian; it has succeeded because Western Christians have accepted its liberal and secular values, writes Adam Wakeling.By Quillette
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'The German Left's Jewish Dilemma' by Gerfried Ambrosch
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Iona Italia reads 'The German Left's Jewish Dilemma' by Gerfried AmbroschBy Quillette
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A child of a parent with mental illness: Dr Pamela Jenkins
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When Pamela's mum read her bedtime stories, she would stop to talk to the other people in the room - people only she could hear. Pamela is what is known as a COPMI - the child of a parent with mental illness. Today, she hosts the My Family, Mental Illness… and Me podcast for the charity Our Time, the only UK charity dedicated to supporting and advo…
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Steve Almond NYT Bestselling Author on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life
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In this episode I chat with NYT Bestselling Author Steve Almond on Imposter Syndrome and Writing for Your Life He will also be a featured presenter at the Redwood Branch of The California Writers Club on July 20, 2024. CWC Members and non members can register here https://www.redwoodwriters.org/, to see Steve in-person or listen to a recording of h…
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Rethinking drinking and alcohol: Anna Donaghey
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Anna Donaghey used to drink alcohol in a way that was negatively impacting her life - so she decided to make a change. She no longer drinks at all - and has become an Alcohol Mindset coach, to help others improve their relationships with alcohol. Anna's podcast is The Big Drink Rethink.By Firewalk Scotland
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Recycling Plastic Is a Dangerous Waste of Time by Frank Celia
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The recycling industry—and the world at large—has yet to fully reckon with a bombshell study that dropped last year. Zoe Booth reads 'Recycling Plastic Is a Dangerous Waste of Time' by Frank Celia. Published in Quillette on 17 Jun 2024.By Quillette
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Never too late to superstar DJ: Kavita Varu
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Kavita Varu's first ever DJ set was to celebrate her own 50th birthday - a livestream during Covid with family and friends. She's gone on to support Pete Tong, and to DJ in Ibiza and around the world. Her story is a powerful and inspiring demonstration that it's never too late to pursue your hopes and dreams. Find Kavita online here.…
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Talking to children about death: Elke Thompson
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Children's author, award-winning graphic designer, and speaker Elke Thompson talks about confronting death through her own difficult experiences - and how she has become an expert about speaking to children about the big things in life. Elke's website is here.By Firewalk Scotland
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Delicia Niami: From Kidnapping and Abuse to Self-Love -A Courageous True Story (Trigger warnings: Drug abuse, sexual abuse, rape, pedophilia, and suicide)
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Delicia Niami is an acclaimed memoirist and LGBTQ+ advocate, whose raw and edgy storytelling has touched the hearts of readers worldwide. Residing in Santa Cruz and an alumna of UCSC, Delicia draws inspiration from her own journey of resilience and empowerment. Through her memoirs, she fearlessly addresses topics such as sexual abuse, trauma recove…
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Unbowed But Gravely Wounded by Paul Berman
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Salman Rushdie’s new memoir, ‘Knife,’ describes the assassination attempt its author survived and offers a moving contemplation of mortality. Iona Italia reads 'Unbowed, but Gravely Wounded' by Paul Berman. Published in Quillette on 30 May 2024.By Quillette
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What does 'brave' mean to you? Introducing Brave Conversations
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Intimate, personal and inspiring conversations about what bravery looks and feels like. As lead instructor at Firewalk Scotland, Lee Walls knows a thing or two about overcoming fears. Subscribe to Brave Conversations in your podcast player now, to ensure that all episodes are automatically downloaded to your device as soon as they are released.…
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Brian Fies: Emmy Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Shares Storytelling Secrets
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Brian Fies is a writer and cartoonist who has published four graphic novels including A Fire Story, which is about losing his home in the devastating California wildfires of 2017. He has been nominated for many honors and won a few of them, including the comic industry’s Eisner, Harvey, Lulu and Inkpot awards, the German Deutscher Jugendliteraturpr…
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Postmodernism and Its Impact, Explained. Iona Italia reads 'How French Intellectuals Ruined the West' by Helen Pluckrose. First published in Areo Magazine. Republished in Quillette on 7 May 2024.By Quillette
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Benn Steil’s engrossing new biography of Henry A. Wallace is a timely cautionary tale and a masterpiece of 20th-century American history. Iona Italia reads Misadventures of a Stalinist Stooge by Ronald Radosh. Published in Quillette on 26 April 2024.By Quillette
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Aaron Locks, CEO of National Academy of Athletics: Building confidence in kids though youth sports
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NATIONAL ACADEMY OF ATHLETICSTRANSFORMING KIDS LIVES THROUGH THE POWER OF SPORTS Join me and the founder and CEO of NAofA, Aaron Locks as we discuss tips for parents, coaches and kids to build confidence in young athletes. For the past four decades, Aaron has been actively working in sports. Aaron is a father, author of The Coach’s Best Friend seri…
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Sean Mattson: Practical Genius & Self-Taught Digital Marketing Expert
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Sean Mattson:Practical Genius & Self-Taught Digital Marketing Expert I've known Sean Mattson nearly all my life. As young hippy kids from West Marin, we were both raised in a different environment. One built on community, cooperation, and resiliency. An evironment that fostered parallel careers for us in food service and eventually corpoate america…
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Jean-Luc Godard in Retrospect Part II: Fanaticism and Failure (1966–2022)
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The article delves into Jean-Luc Godard's transition from his early cinematic period, characterized by eclectic experimentation and cultural references, to his Maoist phase under the influence of Jean-Pierre Gorin. Gorin, a Marxist critic, introduced Godard to postmodernist and Marxist theories, leading to a shift in Godard's filmmaking style and t…
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The article titled "Toward Ruin or Recovery?" by Larissa Phillips explores the author's personal experience with rape in Italy in 1993 and reflects on the recent allegations made by Celeste Marcus against Yascha Mounk. Marcus, the managing editor of Liberties journal, detailed her recovery process following an alleged sexual assault by Mounk, a col…
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Jean-Luc Godard in Retrospect Part I: Abstraction Hero (1930–65)
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The article discusses the legacy and final works of filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 91. It reflects on Godard's unconventional career, marked by experimental films and shifts in style and ideology. It mentions his last known movie, "Le Livre d’Image," which received mixed reviews for its abstract and fragmented natu…
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"I'm Gonna Start a Hot Sauce Company." Biambu Garrett, Founder of Black Bee Hot Sauce. From Idea to Market.
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"With in two months it went from idea to market!" Hear first-hand what it takes to go from musician to hot sauce manufacturer in two months with only $1,500 in the bank. Inspiration for people of color or anyone else with dreams of owning their own business. We discuss branding, marketing, distribution, and so much more. If you want to be your own …
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Life Lessons from Moma Joan: Five key takeaways for teens, adults, and single moms
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Life Lessons from Moma Joan:Five key takeaways for teens, adults, and single moms Joan O'Connor is my mom. She is also a mom to many of my friends, my brothers' friends and played a critical role in shaping who I am today. Join us for an intimate, honest and fun conversation about what it was like for her to raise three boys on her own after my dad…
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Crissi Langwell- A Writers Journey: From First-Grade Dreams to Published Author Success
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Crissi Langwell is the author of 14 published books, with genres that include romance, young adult, and women’s fiction. Her latest novel is Naked Coffee Guy, the second book in her Sunset Bay romance series, and she is currently working on Savior Complex, the third and final book in If you dream of writing your first book or are a seasoned author …
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Confidence Tips for New Narrators with Kendra Murray, Artistic Director and Narrator of Audiobooks and Shawn Langwell, Confidence Coach
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Kendra Murray is an audiobook producer, director, and narrator with 50 titles available, and more in the works. Kendra hails from stage and radio theatre as an actor, director, and producer. She has received accolades for her work with The Petaluma Radio Players at the HEAR Now Festival’s Podcast Palooza. She was named 2020 Best Supporting Actor fo…
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Ralph Scott of Squeaky Cheese Productions- The Magic of audiobook production and narration. How to create an auditory symphony for the soul.
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Audiobooks have been called "movies for the ears." And for good reason. Akin to listening to a Mozart concerto, audiobooks set your brain and imagination on fire. They bring characters to life in ways that movies and text do not. There is a richness and depth in the visceral experience of listening to an audiobook that turns the beauty of the writt…
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Jen Crowe, Finding Clarity in Your Second Half of Life
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There are people in each of our lives whose sole purpose is to show us a different path home. Jen Crowe is one of those people. She is a caring soul who serves as a guide for many, especially men. Listen as she shares her most vulnerable moments and a near death experience which changed her life. Her life experience and passion lay in helping other…
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Ray Engan, On Speaking and Leadership through Laughter
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"The language of leadership is overwhelming positivity." -Ray Engan Tap into your native genius and learn expert tips to become a better leader, speaker and presenter. Gain valuable insights into the power of word choice, delivery, and how to manage internal and external emotions, actions and experiences to better connect and not sound salesy. This…
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Life is Your Stage: How to Find your Voice and Change Your Life With Dr. Doreen Downing
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Your Authentic Voice is the Most Powerful Asset You Possess! Join me for a frank and open conversation Dr. Doreen Downing. About Dr. Downing: Dr. Doreen Downing is a Psychologist and Podcast host of Find Your Voice, Change Your Life. She once suffered from stage fright. In conquering it, she discovered being connected to your authentic self is the …
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Bridging Your Confidence Gap: How to set and slay your goals for the New Year
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2024 Challenge: What is in the way of you getting what you want? Will 2024 be any different? If so, how? Why? What will you commit to doing this coming year that you didn’t in 2023? What do you think you need to help you get started? To stay motivated? To finish what you’ve started? If you are like the vast majority of us, you will fail. All of us …
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AA Unplugged: An intimate look into what it takes to get and stay sober
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Part one of a series on recovery (AA Unplugged): Join me and Ryan L. of Petaluma, a nine-time felon who got and stayed sober. In addition to the intimate details of Ryan's recovery journey we discuss some of the key spiritual principles that have helped both of us, and millions others around the world, find sobriety that lasts. Whether you think yo…
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The Secrets to Success: Be Intellectually Curious, Connect, and Listen Well
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Mark G. Nelson is co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Altus Equity Group, Inc., a private equity real estate investment firm. He is the former President and Chief Operating Officer of the Nelson Family of Companies, and during his two-decade tenure with the firm, the company grew from $10 million to over $400 million in revenues. He is also the le…
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From Broadway Dreams to Center Stage: The Joy of Reciprocal Audience Connection
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A candid conversation with Broadway stars Stephan Stubbins and Libby Servais about finding your passion and purpose, and other behind-the-scenes full circle moments that "feel like coming home."By shawnlangwellwriter
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Join this insightful conversation with Pamela Heck about following our passion, finding purpose, and following through on our dreams, even in retirement. Pamela is an award winning author and artist of the illustrated childrens book, Amazing Animals: Fun Facts for Kids- available on Amazon and bookstores everywhere. She is also a retired early educ…
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Deciphering Emotional Wounds with Stephanie Saint Claire
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Stephanie Saint Claire helps women over 40 take control of their negative thoughts and manage emotional overwhelm, so they can eliminate shame, go after what they want without guilt, be authentic in every relationship, and live in partnership with Spirit. Join us as we learn how to decipher emotional suffering and explore next level of consciousnes…
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Dare to Be Great Dare To Be You Inaugural Episode with Shawn Langwell
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Welcome to the Dare to Be Great, Dare to Be You Podcast. If you like honest, vulnerable, and real stories about what it takes to not only become great, but more self-confident and bold enough to be yourself, then this show is for you. Join us each week for inspiring, encouraging, and meaningful conversations with diverse people from all walks of li…
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A restoration of history, in all its complexity, is critical to escaping the polarized, rigid, and often insane political environment we now inhabit.By Quillette
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New pharmaceuticals appear to offer a genuine solution to the problem of excess appetite, that uncontrollable urge to eat more than we need to that keeps so many of us fat.By Quillette
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‘Our New, Subscription-Based World,’ by the Quillette editorial board.
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‘Don’t Let Cancellation Become Banal,’ by Nina Paley.
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‘Hormones First. Research Later,’ by Bernard Lane,
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Thank you for joining us for Season 3 of Smart Talks! In this episode, Elizabeth discusses her main takeaways from the season and leaves us with some final thoughts. Show notes: -View the full transcript and related links at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/smart-talks-3-19. -Chat 24/7 with the National Sexual Assault Hotline. All views, information, o…
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In a continuation of last week's episode, Elizabeth is joined by the rest of the multidisciplinary team from Heroes Landing Children's Justice Center. In this episode, she talks with two victim advocates about their roles and common misconceptions the public has about victim advocacy. Elizabeth also talks with the team's forensic interviewer about …
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3.17 Heroes Landing Children's Justice Center pt. 1
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Children's justice centers (CJCs) are child-friendly facilities where child victims of abuse are interviewed and medically assessed by professionals specifically trained in the forensic investigation of abuse. Today, we are joined by two women from Heroes Landing Children's Justice Center, a CJC that recently opened in Muskingum County, Ohio. Evonn…
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Julie Whitehead is a survivor of child sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and human sex trafficking. Her story of abuse spans 31 years and was discussed in Smart Talks season 1, episode 14. Today, Julie joins Elizabeth to talk about the steps she's taken in her healing journey and what the future holds for her. She mentions certain tools she's learned t…
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3.15 How Local Government and Organizations Can Work Together for Survivors
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RISE (Restore Individual Self-Empowerment) Court is a court-sponsored program in the Akron, Ohio Municipal Court and is led by Judge Ron Cable. It was created to help adult female victims of human trafficking, prostitution, and sexual exploitation. Judge Cable began RISE to identify and help human trafficking victims and lead them as they create a …
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When they were children, Stephanie and her sisters suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a brother-in-law. After the abuse was brought to light, more focus and worry went toward helping the abuser recover than toward helping his victims heal. Stephanie's abuser is still married to her sister, and in this episode she discusses her journey through th…
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3.13 National Center on Sexual Exploitation
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The National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) is the leading organization exposing the connections between all forms of sexual exploitation, including sex trafficking, prostitution, pornography, and child sexual abuse. Dawn Hawkins is the CEO of NCOSE. She has centered the need to address buyer demand for commercial sex, called out corporate e…
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India Oxenberg is a survivor of the NXIVM cult who now uses her experiences to help other survivors of cults and high control groups. She spent 7 years indoctrinated in the cult, and for many of those years suffered sexual abuse, starvation, torture, and extreme brainwashing tactics. In this episode, Elizabeth and India discuss her experience, incl…
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