Voices Beyond Assault is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the lives of survivors of sexual and domestic violence. We provide aid, resources and innovative therapy programs with a focus on healing past trauma. Our programs focus on allowing survivors to share their abuse and healing stories and explore healing methods with experts in the fields of childhood and adult sexual abuse.
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dopeattire2inspire, Life Coaching Podcast is now live. The Get Cha Life series is more than just a podcast; it's a movement towards embracing and enhancing all aspects of life. We'll dive deep into topics that matter most: from love and life to mental health, sexual assault, and everything in between. Our mission is to inspire, educate, and support you through your life's journey.
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Beneath The Mask: A Mental Health Podcast Experience with your host, Aaron Sharma, aims to demystify the conversation around mental health, trauma and addiction. Your host IS a SURVIVOR. After silently living through the residual effects of childhood domestic abuse and childhood sexual abuse, facing his trauma and addictions to speaking his truth two decades later, he has discovered liberation and empowerment and has evolved from victim to owner. Your host has been featured in Toi Magazine, ...
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Sounds Like Hate is a podcast from the Southern Poverty Law Center that tells the stories of people and communities grappling with hate and searching for solutions. You will meet people who have been personally impacted by hate, hear their voices and be immersed in the sounds of their world. And, you will learn about the power of people to change – or to succumb to their worst instincts. Sounds Like Hate was nominated for two People’s Voice Webby awards in 2022. Season One takes a deep dive ...
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Deborah Halvorson - Author of "Out of the Basement"
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Deborah is herself, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. She took her experiences in recovering from this experience and became a certified co-active coach, a certified trauma-informed coach and an associate certified coach through the International Coaching Federation. Deborah is also the founder of Through the Jungle, LLC – a life-coaching busin…
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Jeremy Indika: CSA Survivor and Advocate
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Jeremy was sexually abused for two years beginning when he was 8 years old. He now speaks publicly about his experience to break the silence that keeps this crime hidden. With his presentations in schools, a YouTube channel with over 28,000 subscribers and podcast, he is communicating this topic in a unique way. He has also founded a platform calle…
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Mike Lew - Psychotherapist and Author of "Victims No Longer"
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Mike Lew is a psychotherapist, trained cultural anthropologist , group leader and co-director of The Next Step Counseling and Training Center in Florence, Massachusetts and author of the amazing book, “Victims No Longer: The Classic Guide for Men Recovering from Sexual Child Abuse.” Mike is a leading expert on recovery from childhood sexual abuse, …
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Episode 7 - The Misconceptions of Marriage
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Marriage is not always a perfect fairytale, it takes work to maintain a successful partnership. Communication, compromise, teamwork, shared responsibilities, and mutual respect are key elements in a strong marriage. It's important to focus on the journey, not just trying to achieve a perfect destination, and to continuously strive to improve and st…
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Dr. Kelli Palfy - Psychologist and Author of "Men Too"
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Voices Beyond Assault presents A Conversation with Dr. Kelli Palfy. Dr. Palfy began her career working in adult and youth corrections. After becoming a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer, she was she assisted with the start up of the first Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit, specializing in sex crimes committed against children…
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Episode 6 - Breaking the Chains One Man's Path to Freedom from Addiction
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Welcome to the Get Cha Life Series, where we delve into stories of resilience, hope, and transformation. I'm Galen, and today's episode is truly special as I'm joined by someone very close to my heart – my husband, Mark Byrnside. This episode is not just about sharing a story; it's about sharing a journey – a journey through addiction, struggle, an…
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Kenneth Rogers Jr. - CSA Survivor, Author of How To Save Your Inner Superhero Series
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Voices Beyond Assault presents A Conversation with Kenneth Rogers Jr., author of the How to Heal Your Inner Superhero series. This unique series of books uses DC Comic superhero and villain archetypes, cognitive behavior therapy, psychology, and his own autobiographical journey as a survivor to help other survivors of childhood sexual abuse heal. K…
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Episode 5 - Beyond Words: Navigating the Silent Struggles of Communication in Love
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This episode of the Get Your Life series delves into the importance of open, balanced communication in relationships. It explores the challenges and consequences of one-sided conversations, as well as strategies for bridging the communication gap and fostering healthier partnerships. The podcast encourages listeners to share their own experiences a…
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Episode 4 - Rising Above the Echoes Transforming Workplace Negativity into a Symphony of Success
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In this episode, we discuss various challenges that individuals may face in the workplace, including feeling unappreciated, negative feedback, office politics, overwork, under appreciation, and lack of growth opportunities. We also touch on the impacts of poor communication, unsupportive management, workplace isolation, comparative discontent, and …
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Episode 3 - Love & Growth: Navigating Relationships with Intention
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Love coaching can benefit the individuals, coaches and couples involved. Coaches can help clarify relationship goals and values, improve communication skills, identify and address relationship challenges, foster personal growth, and help keep the romance alive. Some practical tips for relationship growth include prioritizing communication, setting …
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Episode 2: If Loving Yourself Is a Job, Are You Employed in Loving You?
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In this podcast episode, we explore the idea of loving yourself and its impact on spreading love to the world. This involves understanding self-love as a multifaceted concept that includes recognizing your worth, maintaining your integrity, prioritizing joy and peace, and nurturing your emotional and mental health. We also discuss the misconception…
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Dr Douglas Carpenter: Survivor, Clinical Psychologist, Author of "Secret Shame" (Part 2)
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Dr. Carpenter is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, husband, father and clinical psychologist who has devoted his career to helping men who experienced sexual abuse as children understand the effects of that abuse on their growth, development, relationships and sexual health so that they can move forward in their healing process. Besides having …
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Episode 1: Silenced No More: Reclaiming Your Voice After Domestic Violence
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In this episode, we discussed the impact of domestic violence on an individual's self-confidence and self-esteem. We talked about how abusers use tactics such as constant criticism and control to make their victims feel inadequate and diminish their sense of self-worth and autonomy. We also explored the emotional suppression and isolation that ofte…
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Dr Douglas Carpenter: Survivor, Clinical Psychologist, Author of "Secret Shame" (Part 1)
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Dr. Carpenter is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, husband, father and clinical psychologist who has devoted his career to helping men who experienced sexual abuse as children understand the effects of that abuse on their growth, development, relationships and sexual health so that they can move forward in their healing process. Besides having …
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Thomas Edward: male CSA survivor, psychotherapist, life coach
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Thomas Edward was sexually abused starting at the age of 6 and continuing until he was 15. Thomas turned his pain into a passion for helping other men heal from their abuse as children by becoming a psychotherapist, life coach and friend to hundreds of men looking for help in their healing journeys. "Coach T", as he is known to those he helps, prov…
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Nathan Spiteri: male childhood sexual assault survivor and author of Toy Cars
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Nathan grew up in Australia with a loving family, until one day at the age of 8, Nathan was approached by a man at a public swimming pool who brutally raped him. Following this horrific event, Nathan’s perpetrator continued to insert himself into Nathan’s life - forming a relationship through grooming, threats and creating a sense of dependency. On…
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Robert H. Marshall Jr.: male childhood sexual assault survivor and author of Echos
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault presents A Conversation with Robert H. Marshall Jr. Robert endured physical and sexual abuse from 9 different men beginning at the age of 4 and ending when he was 19. But Robert was able to take control of his life and has become an inspiration and motivational speaker for men nationwide. Based in Chicago, Robert st…
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John-Michael Lander: male childhood sexual assault survivor and author of Surface Tension
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault present A Conversation with John-Michael Lander. At 14, John-Michael was an accomplished diver – destined to rise to the world stage in the Olympics. But soon after, the adults put in charge off his training, began grooming him and trafficking him into a life of sexual abuse. Thus began a secret life for John-Michae…
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Gloria Masters: survivor of childhood sexual assault, trafficking and author of On Angel's Wings
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault present A Conversation with Gloria Masters . Gloria is our first female guest and we invited her because of all the incredible work she does on behalf of survivors, both male and female. Gloria is a survivor of horrific abuse and sex trafficking by her father beginning at the age of 4, with knowledge and assistance …
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Lt. Darius Kawewhi: male childhood sexual assault survivor and CSA advocate
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault presents A Conversation with Lt. Dairius Kawewehi. Dairius is a survivor of sexual and domestic abuse by his parents. At the age of 4, one of his teachers discovered he was being abused. At that point, Dairius was removed from his home and sent to the first of 5 foster homes. During this time, Dairius was forced to …
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Wade Robson: male survivor of childhood sexual abuse and Emmy-winning choreographer
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault present A Conversation with Wade Robson. Wade took the courageous step to come forward and expose his story of sexual abuse by pop singer Michael Jackson, which began when he was just 7 years old. Wade's story was chronicled, along with survivor James Safechuck, in the documentary "Leaving Neverland." Wade and James…
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Dr. Patrick Gannon: founder of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse and author of Soul Survivors
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault present A Conversation with Dr. Patrick Gannon, a clinical psychologist, currently practicing in San Francisco, and founder of ASCA (Adult Survivors of Child Abuse). Dr. Gannon is also the author of Soul Survivors: A New Beginning for Adults Abused as Children in which he first debuted his 21-step program for healin…
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Perry Power: male survivor of childhood sexual abuse and author of Breaking the Silence
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The Men of Voices Beyond Assault presents A Conversation with Perry Power, author of "Breaking The Silence" which details Perry's sexual abuse at the hands of his step-grandfather when Perry was a child. This interview details Perry's struggles as a result of his abuse and his ultimate healing as a result of coming forward and telling his story. Ho…
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This episode opens with Matriculation Day at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in Lexington – the start of school for first-year students. Racial justice protests in 2020 promoted a state-ordered independent investigation documenting an institutional culture of racism and sexism. What has changed at VMI since then? Have the changes gone far eno…
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The Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in Lexington is a college embedded in Southern military tradition – which includes an unquestioning respect for the Confederacy. But in the spring of 2020, a racial reckoning came to VMI after students of color and some alumni began to air their frustrations and demand change. In this episode, you’ll discover h…
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This exclusive trailer for season four of Sounds Like Hate (coming June 14) takes you inside the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in Lexington, where an independent investigation exposed a longstanding culture of systemic racism. Alumni and students demanded change – including the removal of memorials glorifying the Confederacy. Now, for the first…
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#08 - Tell-All 2: Police Report, Victims, & The Abuser
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Headphones are recommended for the best listening experience. Join Mental Health advocate, Aaron, in part 2 of this tell-all episode where he reveals and acknowledges for the first time, reporting his childhood sexual abuse to the authorities and the scope of the abuser's wrongdoings, the other victims. Copyright Music & Sound Effects - Authorized …
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In this special episode of Sounds Like Hate Season 4, we travel back to the months leading up to Jan. 6, 2021, to track white supremacists as they plan, prepare and execute their violent plot to attack the U.S. Capitol and overturn an election. Listen now as we examine the events that should have been 'red flags' in 2020 as the hate and extremism m…
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The Season 3 finale of Sounds Like Hate centers on the small town of Arivaca, Arizona, just 11 miles north of the U.S.-Mexico border. Here, residents have taken a decidedly pro-migrant stand – but armed anti-migrant militia groups continue to operate nearby, and more anti-migrant residents are moving in. Can Arivaca’s commitment to embracing inclus…
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In Part I of “The Unwelcome,” we’re on the southern border in Arizona, where armed militia groups stalk migrants traversing harsh desert conditions. In some cases, militia members arm themselves with guns, scopes and motion activated video cameras seek to capture migrants and destroy their water sources, putting migrants’ lives at an even steeper r…
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This special bonus episode of Sounds Like Hate provides an exclusive update on The Base, an international “white power” terrorist group that we’ve been tracking since Season 1 of the podcast. Since then, some members of The Base have been arrested and charged with hatching violent plots – here are the details of the disturbing crimes these extremis…
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In part II of “Fostering Hate,” we tell the stories of LGBTQ parents and children navigating a foster system with a history of anti-LGBTQ discrimination. Too often, foster parents are not adequately vetted or trained. In this episode, we meet LGBTQ people who have been deeply impacted by issues of bias, rejection and queer identity in the foster sy…
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In 2018, Philadelphia tried to defend its policies to prevent discriminatory treatment of LGBTQ parents in its foster care system – and got sued by a religious right organization over it. This episode unravels the ongoing legal battle over the future of queer parents in Philly’s foster system and includes interviews with some of the kids and parent…
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#07 - Tell-All 1: Police Report, Victims, & The Abuser
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Headphones are recommended for the best listening experience. Join Mental Health advocate, Aaron, in part 1 of this tell-all episode where he reveals and acknowledges for the first time, reporting his childhood sexual abuse to the authorities and the scope of the abuser's wrongdoings, the other victims. Copyright Music & Sound Effects - Authorized …
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In Florida, many people who have previously been incarcerated have had their right to vote taken away by discriminatory legislative measures. In this episode, we meet some of these people who have served their sentenced time and simply want their rights back – and are bravely fighting to be heard by lawmakers and to give voice to others who share t…
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In this episode, we visit Georgia to investigate a devastating new voter suppression law and meet the activists and community members who are fighting its deliberate and calculated suppression of people with disabilities and other marginalized groups.By Southern Poverty Law Center
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In this exclusive sneak peek at Sounds Like Hate’s third season, we travel to the deadliest border crossing in the nation, along the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona, where undocumented migrants are crossing in record numbers. Humanitarian organizations are attempting to help the migrants, venturing into the Sonoran Desert to distribute food and water…
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#06 - Part 3 - Stable Recovery in 12 Steps
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Headphones are recommended for the best listening experience. Join Mental Health advocate, Aaron, as he discusses the steps taken and tools used towards stability. https://linktr.ee/Aaron.Mann.Sharma https://www.instagram.com/beneaththemaskpodcast/ https://www.beneaththemaskpodcast.com/ contact@beneaththemaskpodcast.com…
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