The Ugly Truth About The Girl Next Door

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#beaGEORGE Jun 09, 2026

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In this episode we share more about what we've been up to over the last three years and our plans for the podcast. We also share about our experiences advocating for the passage of an anti-trafficking bill in Albany including our excellent experience with Assemblymember George Alvarez.....and we encourage every one to #beaGEORGE!!

Conversation with actor Anthony Edwards and author Stephen Mills Feb 19, 2025

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In this episode, we have a conversation with Stephen Mills, author of Chosen: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood and actor, producer and director Anthony Edwards who some will remember as Goose from the movie Top Gun or Dr. Greene from the television show ER.

We are grateful for the authenticity and courage of these men as they share their experiences of sexual abuse as boys.

Please join us as we discuss the long term impact of childhood sexual abuse, institutional coverups and the unwillingness of "bystanders" to take a stand.

Building the Bridge While Working Against the Tide Jan 20, 2024

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In this episode we share how Mezzo Allies is growing in spite of the continued efforts made by the offenders, their flying monkeys and the naysayers.

...so others don't need a podcast Oct 26, 2023

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WE'RE IN BOSTON, MA!!!

In this episode we share about our experience in Boston, MA sharing information with child protection staff and leaders about the reality of Family Controlled Exploitation and Organized Sexual Abuse. Thank you for everyone who has made this possible!

Counting the Cost Oct 07, 2023

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Trigger warning: In this episode we have a conversation about Gretchen who was abused within the same network as Kait and was was lost to suicide on New Year's Day 2023. We are joined by Margaret, Gretchen's sister, and Emily, one of Gretchen's closest, long time friends.

The Women Feb 17, 2023

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In this episode we answer the question of "where were the women?". We also unpack the impact on a child when a mother is involved in the abuse.

The Eye of the Storm Nov 12, 2022

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Also known as the messy middle….in this episode we will address some recent events and more about the reality of what it’s like for survivors trying to get help.

The Enablers Apr 01, 2022

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In this episode we address the painful truth that abusers will continue to abuse as long as the enablers enable. If we are waiting for the toxic people to suddenly wake up and decide to stop then we are going to wait forever. What if individuals and organizations like The Chapel at Crosspoint decided to stand firmly for the victims instead of enabling?

Investigations Mar 02, 2022

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In this episode we explore the damage done when untrained individuals attempt to investigate allegations on their own.

Why now and escape attempts….how does it all go together? Feb 20, 2022

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In this episode we talk more about memory and Kait’s experiences of trying to break free