The Ugly Truth About The Girl Next Door

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Part Two: Conversation with Survivor-Leader Abby Wade, MHS Aug 03, 2026

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In the second half of our conversation with Abby Wade, we discuss the impact of lack of knowledge about the neuroscience of trauma and family controlled trafficking on victims.....and celebrate the the transformative experience of connection and knowledge.

Conversation with survivor-leader Abby Wade, MHS Jul 06, 2026

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In this first of two episodes, we explore the neuroscience of developmental trauma with survivor-leader Abby Wade who is a neuroscientist specializing in child maltreatment and institutional responses to trauma. Abby is also a survivor of family controlled sex trafficking.

A Tale As Old As Time: The Epstein Files Feb 21, 2026

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This series of episodes about the Epstein case will draw parallels between the experiences of victims in every community and Epstein's victims.

In this episode, we will share a general overview and some of our thoughts. Future episodes will include systemic responses, considering the role of parents, how victims are experiencing this process, the power of journalism and community outrage and, most importantly, how victims have bravely persisted for each other and with each other to be heard.

Response to Liberty University Title IX/Clery Act Fines Mar 07, 2024

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In this episode we share an unscripted…sometimes raw…perspective on the Liberty University Clery Act settlement of $14 million dollars (plus $2 million in new campus safety improvements)

be uncomfortable Nov 29, 2023

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In this episode we encourage….and challenge….ourselves to be willing to be uncomfortable in the pursuit of showing up for those around us

Action and Reaction Jul 14, 2023

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In this episode we explore the reality that every action we….and others….take triggers a reaction. While this is obvious it can also be complicated because the nature of this situation makes it difficult for others to fully appreciate the reaction that might be caused by their action….or lack of action.

Chasing Records Jul 04, 2023

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In this episode, we explore the frustrating experience of working to gather background information to corroborate allegations.

Conversation with Miranda Pacchiana of The Second Wound Mar 31, 2023

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In this episode we talk with Miranda Pacchiana who is the author of many of the posts we have shared from The Second Wound platform. Join us as we talk through the impact of the failure of people to hear the disclosure of victims and survivors and support them well.

Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC) Mar 17, 2023

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In this episode we address the issue of the extremely damaging and inappropriate counsel offered by ACBC to victims, offenders and churches about how to respond to allegations of abuse.

Entanglements and Connections May 28, 2022

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In this episode we share more details about the enormity of the sex trafficking organization in WNY and the bits of information that have come to us from listeners corroborating Kait’s experiences.