The Ugly Truth About The Girl Next Door

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Why Don't You Just Move? Mar 01, 2024

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In this episode we address a question that is asked frequently....sometimes with concern...sometimes with curiosity...and sometimes with a hefty dose of skepticism. The question is Why Don't You Just Move?

Suicide Prevention Month Sep 22, 2023

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**Trigger Warning** In this episode we talk about September’s Suicide Prevention month, the statistics and Kait’s journey

Where is Law Enforcement? Apr 29, 2023

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In this episode we will explore this frequently asked question.....where is Law Enforcement?

….and then there were two Feb 03, 2023

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In this episode we have a conversation with Emily who was Kait’s childhood friend. Emily shares her own memories of abuse and experiences with Cornerstone Church and some of the people there.

Naming Names Dec 04, 2022

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In this episode we address the questions about naming names….Why now? What are the factors that affect the decision for us to name an offender and what is next?

Conversation with Christiana💜 Jul 31, 2022

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In this episode we talk with Christiana Christiano about her own experience with the church that much of Kait’s abuse happened in, her own sexual abuse story, and her choice to get involved in The Ugly Truth About The Girl Next Door.

Q&A: Part 1 Jul 11, 2022

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You asked and we are answering! In this episode we answer some of the many questions we have gotten from our listeners since starting the podcast.

The Second Wound May 22, 2022

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In this episode we address the issue of The Second Wound. This happens when instead of support and protection, a survivor experiences victim blaming, denial and other damaging responses when they come forward with their trauma. Survivors are left feeling re-traumatized, confused and isolated. Listen as we unpack this very real and harmful phenomenon and discuss many of the second wounds that have occurred in Kait's story.

What Should Happen May 06, 2022

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In this episode Kait and Laurie unpack what they wish for in an organization’s response to allegations of misconduct. They also directly address what they want to see from The Chapel.

Escape Attempt 2 Mar 12, 2022

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What happens when a child attempts to tell and isn’t heard? What would it take for her to try to tell again? In this episode Kait shares the painful truth of the fall out of her second attempt to be free of her abusers and finally be safe.