Podcasts about abused

I was abused growing up, and it led me to drinking too much. Will that keep me from Heaven? How can I deal with the guilt and shame that has come from the abuse? How can I share my faith with my young adult children without seeming too pushy? *previously aired

She was a teacher, a mentor, a trusted figure — until her dark secret was revealed. Sandy Carazas-Pinez used her position to groom and exploit a vulnerable 16-year-old student, shattering every boundary of trust and authority. In this case, I explore how manipulation, obsession, and abuse of power can hide in plain sight — and the devastating consequences that follow.

I was abused growing up, and it led me to drinking too much. Will that keep me from Heaven? How can I deal with the guilt and shame that has come from the abuse? How can I share my faith with my young adult children without seeming too pushy?

Byron Russell didn't run from hard things—he ran toward them. Abused childhood. Infantry to Special Forces CIF in 5th Group. Afghanistan's invasion, Iraq's hardest nights, and the moral calculus of war. Then the toughest chapter: coming home, grieving, and unlearning the habits of combat to become a better dad, husband, and builder. Today he leads Black Armor Guns and Greybeard Syndicate, teaches drone defense and land navigation, and shares the lessons that kept him alive—and honest.We talk selection mindset and why Green Berets are teachers first, hearts and minds versus ideology, contractor friction, regret and family, starting a sub-MOA rifle company, and why staying busy is survival.Watch, share, and drop your takeaway in the comments. Your story might help someone else write their second chapter.Find ByronBlack Armor Guns site: blackarmorguns.usInstagram: black_armor_Greybeard Syndicate YouTube Find DTD PodcastYouTube: Dynamic Tales DeliveredSite: DTDpodcast.netInstagram: dtd_podcastPartner shoutNomadicResearch.com — travel tough, live ready00:00 Intro03:44 Why he joined and escaping abuse07:17 Finding the first real male role models14:01 80s and 90s Army vs GWOT pivot21:46 Green Berets are teachers first26:09 The image from Afghanistan he can't forget33:59 Taliban control and ideology44:34 Iraq reality and DA tempo51:55 Coming home and choosing family55:10 Civilian work and transition pain1:30:11 Building Black Armor Guns and standards1:42:41 Greybeard Syndicate and community1:50:33 Stay busy or die inside1:52:01 Advice to his 18-year-old self1:55:24 Proudest moment and legacy1:57:29 Where to find Byron#Veterans #GreenBeret #SpecialForces #GWOT #Afghanistan #IraqWar #DirectAction #Leadership #Transition #Entrepreneurship #Firearms #PrecisionRifle #SubMOA #DroneDefense #LandNav #GreybeardSyndicate #BlackArmorGuns #Resilience #MentalHealth #Family #Podcast #DTDpodcast #NomadicResearch #soft

Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadri explains how he was verbally abused on a recent flight and calls for new hate speech laws

The Children's Minister has acknowledged her initial celebration of fewer children being abused or neglected in state care did not give the full picture. Political reporter Russell Palmer reports.

When journalist Georgie Styles is sent unpublished videos of farm workers in Britain being ‘treated like animals', she begins to investigate the dark side of our food system.She uncovers numerous referrals of labour exploitation, and hears allegations of workers living in moldy caravans, being trafficked, verbally abused and forced to urinate in bottles.Her year-long investigation goes from farm workers to our favourite supermarkets.With gripping first-person testimony, unheard recordings and new documents, this File on Four documentary makes you think about the food in front of you in a new way.Presenter: Georgie Styles Producers: Georgie Styles and Dan Ashby Sound Design: Jarek Zaba Executive Producer: Philip Abrams Commissioning Editor: Hugh LevinsonAbused For Our Food is a Smoke Trail production for BBC Radio 4 and was produced as part of the Bertha Challenge Fellowship.

In this episode of the Crack House Chronicles Donnie and Dale tell the story of Colleen Slemmer and her murder by Christa Pike.  Christa Pike was 18-years-old when she thought her 19-year-old job corps classmate, Colleen Slemmer, was trying to steal her boyfriend, Tadaryl Shipp. Pike spent over 30-minutes beating Colleen with her hands and feet, as well as a box cutter and a meat cleaver. Colleen tried to escape. Shipp caught her so Pike could continue the beating. Pike carved a pentagram into her chest, used the box cutter to slice her throat. When she didn't die, Pike picked up a chunk of asphalt and slammed it onto her head. The next day Pike brought a piece of Colleen's skull to breakfast and told classmates what she had done. https://www.crackhousechronicles.com/ https://linktr.ee/crackhousechronicles https://www.tiktok.com/@crackhousechronicles https://www.facebook.com/crackhousechronicles Check out our MERCH! https://www.teepublic.com/user/crackhousechronicles SOURCES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christa_Pike https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/tennessees-execution-of-christa-pike-would-make-her-the-first-woman-to-be-executed-in-the-state-in-over-200-years https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/unforbiddentruth/episodes/Interview-with-Christa-Pike-Part-II-ekpc39 https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/unforbiddentruth/episodes/Interview-with-Christa-Pike-Part-I-ekm9b5  

A new report paints a sobering picture for road workers - with drivers regularly refusing to stop and verbally abusing traffic controllers. 

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Join the Theology in the Raw Patreon community to watch our "Extra Innings" conversation where Kaitlyn shares some horror stories about the Christian dating scene and gives some much-needed advice for anyone trying to set up their friends. Kaitlyn Schiess is a doctoral student in Christian ethics at Duke Divinity School. She has a ThM in systematic theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and is the author of The Ballot and the Bible: How Scripture has been Used and Abused in American Politics and Where We Go from Here (Brazos, 2023) and The Liturgy of Politics: Spiritual Formation for the Sake of Our Neighbor (IVP, 2020). Her writing has appeared at Christianity Today, The New York Times, RELEVANT, and Sojourners. Her work focuses on political theology, theological interpretation of the Old Testament prophets, and American religious history. Find more of her work at https://kaitlynschiess.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ABUSED? STALKED? - Demand Women get Tech Protection! (Part 2) The Black Spy Podcast 214, Season 22, Episode 0005 In this week's episode of The Black Spy Podcast, Carlton King and Firgas Esack continue last week's deep dive into one of society's most urgent and under-addressed crises — the protection of women, girls, and others from domestic violence and stalking. The discussions examine both the failures of current protective systems and the promise of new technologies, such as GPS-based electronic monitoring devices, to transform safety and accountability. Carlton and Firgas focus particularly on the innovative Talitrix LLC wrist-worn electronic monitoring systems already in use in the United States. These systems differ significantly from traditional ankle tags by offering real-time GPS tracking, two-way communication, biometric verification, and advanced geofencing capabilities. This means that for the first time, courts, police, and victims themselves could be instantly alerted if a perpetrator breaches a restraining or non-molestation order — potentially preventing violence before it happens. Victims could be warned in real time when a perpetrator approaches a prohibited zone, allowing them to take immediate protective action and giving authorities the ability to intervene rather than merely react to tragedy. The podcast also scrutinizes why, despite these advances, such life-saving technologies are not yet widely deployed in the UK. The hosts question whether bureaucratic inertia, cost concerns, or lack of political will have delayed the adoption of electronic monitoring in domestic violence contexts — even as statistics show domestic abuse accounts for nearly one-fifth of all violent crime in the UK. Firgas Esack, herself a survivor, brings a personal and poignant perspective to the discussion, highlighting how delayed interventions and weak enforcement leave victims vulnerable, while perpetrators often exploit the system's gaps. In the second part, Carlton broadens the debate to consider the moral, legal, and privacy dimensions of widespread monitoring. Can technology be implemented ethically without becoming intrusive or misused by authorities? Could a coordinated rollout of systems like Talitrix save countless lives by making restraining orders truly enforceable for the first time? Through expert interviews, survivor testimonies, and international comparisons, The Black Spy Podcast challenges listeners to rethink how modern society uses technology — not just for convenience or commerce, but for justice and protection. These episodes argue powerfully that the tools already exist to make domestic abuse prevention proactive rather than reactive — but only if the UK government has the courage to act. Hope you enjoy this week's episode and please don't forget to subscribe to the Black Spy Podcast for free, so you'll never miss another fascinating episode. If you wish to discuss using Talitrix's/Sentrx's electronic monitoring systems in the UK to keep you and others safe, please contact Sarah at: Sarah@sentrx.co.uk To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Carlton King by utilising any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: “Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent” Click the link below: https://amzn.eu/d/fmzzq9h

In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Rosaleen McElvaney, a clinical psychologist and lecturer in psychology at Dublin City University. They delve into the often-overlooked impact of child sexual abuse on non-abused siblings. The discussion covers topics such as the changes in sibling relationships post-disclosure, the psychological and emotional toll on non-abused siblings, and the challenges in providing adequate support. Dr. McElvaney shares insights from her research, which includes both a small qualitative study and a larger survey, emphasizing the need for more attention and resources dedicated to understanding and supporting the entire family affected by abuse.  Time Stamps: Time. Topic 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:24 The Importance of Sibling Relationships in Abuse Cases 02:01 Research Origins and Initial Findings 11:56 Challenges and Surprises in Research 16:54 Exploring Closeness and Emotional Support 26:02 The Power of Belief in Family Relationships 26:38 Survey Insights on Sibling Belief 27:23 Ambivalence and Misunderstandings 29:16 The Complexity of Disclosure 31:04 Delayed Disclosure and Its Impact 33:34 The Burden of Keeping Secrets 34:33 Intra-Familial Abuse and Its Consequences 39:06 Advice for Professionals 43:23 Encouragement for Future Research Resources“I Feel Closer to Her Now That I Know What She Went Through”: Findings from a Survey on Siblings' Relationships Following Childhood Sexual Abuse - Rosaleen McElvaney, Simon Dunne, Laura Cahill, Rachael McDonnell Murray, 2025Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Rico Quitongo joins the show to detail his story after being racially abused while playing for Airdrie. Join PLZ Premium TODAY! You will receive exclusive benefits via PLZ Soccer YouTube - including member only video content, access to ask questions on our special live stream and special features before anyone else. Plus much more! ✨ Sign up HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@PLZSoccer/join

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Glenn breaks down the early stages of the Israel/Hamas negotiations for a potential ceasefire. Then: Israel's horrific treatment of the flotilla activists reveals the extreme measures taken by Israel to silence and intimidate its critics. Finally: Glenn reacts to Van Jones's disgusting joke about dead Gazan babies.  --------------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update:  Twitter Instagram TikTok Facebook  

Nick Pitts of The Briefing looks at the legal battle over the President deploying National Guard troops in various cities, and compares it to the Whiskey Rebellion that President Washington faced.  He also offers insights around the Church of England naming the first woman as Archbishop of Canterbury.  Luke Moon of The Philos Project and Generation Zion reflects back on the past 2 years since Hamas attacked Israel and the state of negotiations to bring the war to an end.  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

Who would have imagined five years ago when we were seeing Greta Thunberg amplified by every mainstream western liberal institution that we would one day hear reports that she has been captured and tormented by the Israeli military for trying to bring formula to starving babies? Reading by Tim Foley.

Ashley Parham's lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs contains shocking accusations of sexual assault and physical violence. Parham claims that in 2018, after making a comment accusing Diddy of being involved in Tupac Shakur's murder, she became a target of his retaliation. According to the lawsuit, Diddy threatened her and eventually lured her to a private residence, where he allegedly assaulted her physically and sexually. Parham states that he held a knife to her face, threatened her with a "Glasgow smile," and humiliated her in front of others.Further details in the lawsuit describe how Diddy, along with his associates, sexually assaulted Parham using various objects, all while threatening her life. She recounts waking up from the ordeal, grabbing a knife, and confronting Diddy in a desperate attempt to escape. Parham alleges that Diddy begged for his life during the confrontation and that she narrowly escaped after grazing him with the knife. Despite reporting the assault to local police, Parham claims that no investigation was opened, intensifying her allegations against Diddy and his associates.(commercial at 8:39)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Diddy is accused of raping woman as 'payback' for claiming he ordered Tupac's murder | Daily Mail Online

ABUSED? STALKED? - Demand Women get Tech Protection! (Part 1)  The Black Spy Podcast 213, Season 22, Episode 0004 In this and the next episode of The Black Spy Podcast, Carlton King and Firgas Esack delve deeply into one of society's most urgent and under-addressed crises — the protection of women, girls, and others from domestic violence and stalking. The discussions examine both the failures of current protective systems and the promise of new technologies, such as GPS-based electronic monitoring devices, to transform safety and accountability. Carlton and Firgas focus particularly on the innovative Talitrix LLC wrist-worn monitoring systems already in use in the United States. These systems differ significantly from traditional ankle tags by offering real-time GPS tracking, two-way communication, biometric verification, and advanced geofencing capabilities. This means that for the first time, courts, police, and victims themselves could be instantly alerted if a perpetrator breaches a restraining or non-molestation order — potentially preventing violence before it happens. Victims could be warned in real time when a perpetrator approaches a prohibited zone, allowing them to take immediate protective action and giving authorities the ability to intervene rather than merely react to tragedy. The podcast also scrutinizes why, despite these advances, such life-saving technologies are not yet widely deployed in the UK. The hosts question whether bureaucratic inertia, cost concerns, or lack of political will have delayed the adoption of electronic monitoring in domestic violence contexts — even as statistics show domestic abuse accounts for nearly one-fifth of all violent crime in the UK. Firgas Esack, herself a survivor, brings a personal and poignant perspective to the discussion, highlighting how delayed interventions and weak enforcement leave victims vulnerable, while perpetrators often exploit the system's gaps. In the second part, Carlton broadens the debate to consider the moral, legal, and privacy dimensions of widespread monitoring. Can technology be implemented ethically without becoming intrusive or misused by authorities? Could a coordinated rollout of systems like Talitrix save countless lives by making restraining orders truly enforceable for the first time? Through expert interviews, survivor testimonies, and international comparisons, The Black Spy Podcast challenges listeners to rethink how modern society uses technology — not just for convenience or commerce, but for justice and protection. These episodes argue powerfully that the tools already exist to make domestic abuse prevention proactive rather than reactive — but only if the UK government has the courage to act. Hope you enjoy this week's episode and please don't forget to subscribe to the Black Spy Podcast for free, so you'll never miss another fascinating episode. If you wish to discuss using Talitrix's/Sentrx's electronic monitoring systems in the UK to keep you and others safe, please contact Sarah at: Sarah@sentrx.co.uk To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Carlton King by utilising any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: “Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent” Click the link below: https://amzn.eu/d/fmzzq9h

Content Warning: pedophilia, religious abuse, physical abuse, rape, childhood sexual abuse, childhood sexual assault, child abuse, substance use disorder, professional abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and suicide. JJ Comerford is an author, professional, former servicemember, and survivor from Australia. In these two episodes, J.J. rawly shares about the physical and sexual abuse he experienced as a student in the private Catholic school system in the 1970's. After decades of suffering in silence, J.J. was eventually encouraged to share about his abuse at-large. Since he began his mission of awareness, his media efforts and book have offered much solace to his supporters. The Broken Cycle Media team is deeply honored that J.J. was willing to so rawly share his story, strength, and resilience with our audience.  Sources:  “Abused schoolboy John Comerford took gun to school to kill his rapist teacher.” The Daily Telegraph, 16 July 2017, www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/john-comerford-was-raped-at-11-he-returned-to-the-school-at-18-with-a-loaded-shotgun-to-kill-his-rapist-but-he-was-told-he-was-already-dead/news-story/5d61f68d4bbc7d4c17d25c7d118be1cb Resources: Survivors & Mates Support Network: https://www.samsn.org.au/ JJ's Website: https://jjcomerford.com/ JJ's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.comerford.779/ JJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jjcomerford_/ JJ's Books: https://jjcomerford.com/books For a list of additional resources and related non-profit organizations, please visit http://www.somethingwaswrong.com/resources

Spiritual abuse is often subtle, masked by scripture, tradition, or authority—but its impact is deeply personal and profoundly damaging. In this episode, Keana W. Mitchell gently unpacks what spiritual abuse looks like, how to recognize its signs, and why naming it is the first step toward healing.Whether you've felt silenced in your faith community, manipulated by religious leaders, or shamed in the name of God, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and hope. Keana shares real-life examples, biblical insight, and trauma-informed guidance to help you discern truth from control—and begin reclaiming your spiritual voice.In This Episode, You'll Learn:What spiritual abuse is and what it isn'tCommon signs and patterns to watch forWhy healing begins with naming the harmSteps to rebuild trust in your faith and yourselfWho It's For:Survivors of religious traumaListeners questioning their faith experienceAnyone seeking a safe, loving relationship with God·       Join Me on social media!!!!·       Facebook:·       Finding God | Facebook·       Facebook Group:·       Finding God | Facebook·       Instagram:·       Keana W. Mitchell (@findinggod2) • Instagram photos and videos·       Listen to Finding God on Spotify:·       https://open.spotify.com/show/022Zht5DjU1i3k7BAeHaTW?si=8c728b93da5d43c2Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/finding-god/donations

In a world where anxiety, depression, loneliness and teen suicide are on the rise, there is a distinct struggle taking place as people fight to feel seen, heard and valued. But the truth is, your life has purpose—right now, as you are. Jenny's guest is international Speaker & Author Dean Sikes who shares a message of hope and purpose. He hosts "YOU MATTER" Television, a national broadcast, and engages with tens of millions on social media annually.  In his book, “You Matter” he shares his powerful testimony of how trauma, abuse, bullying and carrying secrets affected him. And now he gives insights to help you break free from hopelessness and find meaning in your everyday life. He shares how God got his attention when his mother attempted suicide.Through it all Dean found God's purpose and how to forgive. Since January 1993, Dean has dedicated himself to spreading messages of hope, traveling extensively to high schools, Teen Challenge Centers, and prisons across the US and internationally. He has stories of how God is changing young lives from hopelessness and near suicides to them finding The Lord, forgiveness and purpose! To date, he has participated in over 4,200 events, delivering the empowering “You Matter” message to millions of teenagers. You can get connected with Dean at his website youmatter.us. Find more about his book, videos, and speaking there.

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Yes, they are the future in terms of being younger than we are, but we may be in trouble if it's meant any other way, because children are being raised by everything and everyone other than the people who are supposed to raise them. Many children go through hell in their homes and they grow up to be angry people who never allow healing to take place in their lives. If you don't believe me, look around to see all of the mess going on by ALL the angry, hateful, wicked, mean, disconnected, and brainwashed young and old adults! There are some phenomenal children in this world too but most children haven't been given a good or fair start!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relationships-and-relatable-life-chronicles--4126439/support.

A Cybercrime group abuses routers to send SMS spam, CISA announces a new collaboration model for state governments, South Korea raises its cyber threat level after a data center fire, and Tile tracking devices expose their location. Show notes Risky Bulletin: Router APIs abused to send SMS spam waves

Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!Disclaimer: This interview features perspectives from a male divorce coach navigating toxic dynamics. While some views expressed differ from those of trauma-informed psychology, I found it valuable to explore these tensions in real time. Please listen with care, and note that I challenge certain assumptions as we go. This week, I sit down with Josh Tomeoni, a divorce coach who shares his story of what he describes as abuse within his long-term marriage. Josh opens up about the male experience of toxic relationships, why so many men don't recognize emotional abuse, and how cultural expectations of masculinity shape their response to conflict and vulnerability.Podcast Extra Exclusive InterviewFind it here in the exclusive interview and weekly newsletter: https://substack.com/@breakingfreenarcabuseMore About the Podcast Extra InterviewWhat happens when a man says he's been emotionally abused?In this exclusive interview, Josh explores how some men frame abuse differently—and what that reveals about cultural conditioning.Get immediate access to this extended conversation—and hear where I draw the line between “toxic” dynamics and true abuse.

I know God allows painful things to happen to us, but what is He thinking and feeling about us in those moments? God has given me so many opportunities to express love and grace to others and to pray for them. I'm so thankful! I'm a survivor of sexual abuse, and I wonder about forgiving those who were involved. How can I? Were there people created before Adam and Eve? People tell me I'm not a real Christian, because I have separated myself from family members that were abusive. Are they right about me?

Such a fun topic, repulsion and revulsion.It's the instinctive reaction we all have to some stuff, like rats or spiders, and the way that we think about certain things.Like sexual abuse.We can't help it, it's a repulsive topic but as survivors sometimes we must talk about it.But it is the act that is repulsive and the perpetrator that is revolting, not the survivor.That is important to remember, what happened to us was repulsive but that doesn't mean that we are.⁠No Longer Ashamed⁠⁠No Longer Ashamed FB⁠bolgerkevin15@gmail.com

In this episode, we get into the messy truth behind Akbar's marriage. She exposed her husband for abuse, cheating, and using her for money—and even claimed that he and his side chick jumped her

Your suffering is not wasted. It's actively achieving an eternal glory that far outweighs every moment of pain you endure. -------- Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible.     Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org   Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

CONTENT WARNING - THIS EPISODE INCLUDES SEXUAL ASSAULT, INCEST, AND VIOLENCE. PLEASE TAKE CARE WITH TENDER HEARTS AND INNOCENT EARS. If you have experienced the pain of sexual assault and need help, please call RAINN 800-656-4673 and talk to someone right now or you can talk to someone through their website, which is rainn.org. No one deserves to be violated. God's healing often comes through others who can help._______________________________Welcome to Bible Bedtime. Tonight I will read 2 Sam 13. After that, I will read from the Psalms and finish with the Lord's Prayer and my own prayer of dedication.Here are several ways you can enjoy even more Bible Bedtime! Our email is biblebedtimepodcast@gmail.com and we are also on here Facebook I'd love to hear from you! If you would like to listen to longer episodes and don't mind a few ads, jump on over to The Bible at Bedtime on your favorite podcast player.PATREON - If you can donate $1 to $5 each month, you can join our Patreon Page linked here, where you can get ad-free versions of Bible Bedtime as well as the extended versions from THE Bible AT Bedtime without ads. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/biblebedtime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How abused UK Minister's wife fought the system and won! (Part 2) The Black Spy Podcast 210, Season 22, Episode 0001 This week's Black Spy Podcast continues last week's venture into one of the most troubling and complex intersections of politics, justice, media, and personal trauma. Host Carlton King is joined by journalist and publicist Firgas Esack, who brings both professional insight and lived experience as a survivor of domestic abuse, to dissect the extraordinary and disturbing case of former Conservative government minister Andrew Griffith and his ex-wife, Kate Griffith. The discussion begins with the deeply personal: Kate Griffith's harrowing allegations of coercive control and marital rape during her marriage to Andrew Griffith, an abuse which highlights the dark realities too often hidden behind the public façades of power. Firgas and Carlton explore how these dynamics echo the experiences of countless women, showing how the language of love, loyalty, and parental responsibility is frequently weaponised to keep victims silent and trapped. The conversation then widens to examine systemic issues: the underfunding of the criminal justice system, the shortcomings of parliamentary standards, and the uneven way cases of domestic and sexual abuse are handled in both the courts and the media. Why do survivors so often feel disbelieved or dismissed? Why does the system still lean toward protecting the reputations of powerful men over the safety and dignity of women? A striking dimension of the Griffith case is its political twist: following their divorce, Kate Griffith went on to win her ex-husband's former parliamentary seat, a moment that raises difficult questions about power, gender, and the resilience of survivors. Firgas and Carlton reflect on what it means when the abused literally takes the place of the abuser within the same structures of state power—and whether this represents justice, irony, or something more troubling. Both episodes also address wider societal narratives: the persistence of misogyny, the culture of male blame, and the contested notion of the parental prerogative—the belief that parents, no matter their abusive behaviour, should retain access to their children. This debate exposes the tensions between a child's welfare, the rights of survivors, and the rights of perpetrators who seek to maintain control through family courts. Together, these two episodes present not just a single case but a lens on Britain's political class, its justice system, and its societal attitudes toward gendered violence. They ask listeners to confront whether progress is being made, or whether institutions remain complicit in sustaining patterns of abuse. Please don't forget to subscribe to the Black Spy Podcast for free, so you'll never miss another fascinating episode.   To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Carlton King by utilising any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor   To read Carlton's Autobiography: “Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent” Click the link below: https://amzn.eu/d/fmzzq9h

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How abused UK Minister's wife fought the system and won! (Part 1) The Black Spy Podcast 209, Season 21, Episode 0010 This week and next, the Black Spy Podcast takes on one of the most troubling and complex intersections of politics, justice, media, and personal trauma. Host Carlton King is joined by journalist and publicist Firgas Esack, who brings both professional insight and lived experience as a survivor of domestic abuse, to dissect the extraordinary and disturbing case of former Conservative government minister Andrew Griffith and his ex-wife, Kate Griffith. The discussion begins with the deeply personal: Kate Griffith's harrowing allegations of coercive control and marital rape during her marriage to Andrew Griffith, an abuse which highlights the dark realities too often hidden behind the public façades of power. Firgas and Carlton explore how these dynamics echo the experiences of countless women, showing how the language of love, loyalty, and parental responsibility is frequently weaponised to keep victims silent and trapped. The conversation then widens to examine systemic issues: the underfunding of the criminal justice system, the shortcomings of parliamentary standards, and the uneven way cases of domestic and sexual abuse are handled in both the courts and the media. Why do survivors so often feel disbelieved or dismissed? Why does the system still lean toward protecting the reputations of powerful men over the safety and dignity of women? A striking dimension of the Griffith case is its political twist: following their divorce, Kate Griffith went on to win her ex-husband's former parliamentary seat, a moment that raises difficult questions about power, gender, and the resilience of survivors. Firgas and Carlton reflect on what it means when the abused literally takes the place of the abuser within the same structures of state power—and whether this represents justice, irony, or something more troubling. Both episodes also address wider societal narratives: the persistence of misogyny, the culture of male blame, and the contested notion of the parental prerogative—the belief that parents, no matter their abusive behaviour, should retain access to their children. This debate exposes the tensions between a child's welfare, the rights of survivors, and the rights of perpetrators who seek to maintain control through family courts. Together, these two episodes present not just a single case but a lens on Britain's political class, its justice system, and its societal attitudes toward gendered violence. They ask listeners to confront whether progress is being made, or whether institutions remain complicit in sustaining patterns of abuse. Please don't forget to subscribe to the Black Spy Podcast for free, so you'll never miss another fascinating episode. To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Carlton King by utilising any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: “Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent” Click the link below: https://amzn.eu/d/fmzzq9h

Pamela Michaux was born in Congo, raised between two cultures, two continents, and too many silences. She survived childhood sexual abuse, racism from both strangers and family, betrayal by people she trusted, and years of carrying shame that was never her's to hold. But she didn't break. She transformed her trials and tribulations to a meaningful powerful purpose. Book: https://www.amazon.com/Mundele-Diaries-Pamela-Michaux-ebook/dp/B0FPSDX5ZD/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1XM5CZDPL9I8W&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Lgyhr2s0hESRKFomhLI9kw.B3nh_vlUirki8pa3-PF6si4Y5ffAywRKv9ug_ZFnRBc&dib_tag=se&keywords=mundele+diaries&qid=1757082036&sprefix=%2Caps%2C214&sr=8-1 Websites: https://www.instagram.com/mundelediaries?igsh=dXc5bmhmZXRxZHN2&utm_source=qr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pamela.sliema?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=oUECGGSVB3tLEQbi&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1BxxrogRBd%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mundelediaries?igsh=dXc5bmhmZXRxZHN2&utm_source=qr You may also contact him through email, Jamesperduespeaks@comcast.net

Abused as a Child ~ I have nightmares resulting from being abused as a child. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

This is a fan fav episode. One of the worst experiences in a woman's love life is the moment she wakes up to the reality of a verbally abusive, toxic, or unhealthy relationship. It's so easy to get swept away in a relationship where love turns into a loss of confidence, strength, and a general sense of self.  You know this channel is about empowering you to be the hero of your own life. We want you to have the confidence you need to keep fighting for your dream. This episode in particular is a reminder that you have to know your worth to go after the dream you want and deserve. Marina Worre turned her life around from lost and broken to ultra successful and badass. Marina is CEO of Network Marketing Pro and serial entrepreneur that started her first business at 18 years old. In spite of being brilliant enough to start a business at 18, love can really throw us all off course in life. She lost herself and came back to build a stronger, wiser, even more capable Marina 2.0 that now inspires millions of women around the world. This conversation scores high on relatability and total badassery. Marina and Lisa discuss what it took for Marina to arrive at the “I'm done” point of an abusive situation, the power of the thoughts you're repeating to yourself, right now, and how to start building your own empire of confidence. Original air date: 5-10-23 CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co  BIOptimizers: Code IMPACTNOW for 15% off https://bioptimizers.com/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Macy's: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/woi to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Follow Marina Worre: Website: ⁠https://www.networkmarketingpro.com/⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/marinaworre/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/marina.worre⁠  FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don tells the tale of four Bad Boys who shot and de-tailed eight alligators while frogging.

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Verbal and emotional abuse is often invisible and hard to detect, but its effects run deep. In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss the impact and power of our words, and how abuse can shape our sense of worth, identity, and dignity. They explore what verbal and emotional abuse is — and what it isn't — and discuss the types of verbal abuse found in Scripture as well as the subtle and not-so-subtle forms of emotional abuse. They also walk through what to do if you've experienced verbal and emotional abuse and steps to take if you've been the one who has hurt others with your words. Whether you've been hurt or have hurt others, this episode provides biblical insights and practical steps to find healing and be changed by the power of God's Word. Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in to learn more : (05:55) The Impact of Verbal Abuse  (18:36) Importance of Tone in Verbal Abuse  (25:35) Recognizing and Fighting Verbal Abuse  (34:46) Recognizing Verbal and Emotional Abuse  (39:34) Speaking Truth With Responsibility  (46:23) Healing Both Abuser and Abused  (49:55) The Power of God's Healing  (54:04) Sword of Healing and Harm ( (56:19) Addressing Verbal Abuse in Ministry    -------------- Hope for the Heart resources Learn more and sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/    Order our newest resource, The Care and Counsel Handbook, providing biblical guidance  100 real-life issues: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/care-and-counsel-handbook   Free resource on Abuse Recovery: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/breaking-free-from-abuse-resource   Bible Study of Verbal & Emotional Abuse: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/bible-study-on-understanding-verbal-emotional-abuse    Book on Verbal & Emotional Abuse: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/abuse-recovery    Video course on Verbal & Emotional Abuse: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/abuse-recovery-video-course  Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night   God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/   Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON    ---------------------------- Bible verses mentioned in this episode   James 3:3-10 — When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go. Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one's life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and sea creatures are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God's likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be.

Nearly 50 years ago, a Seattle juvenile court judge came up with the idea of using trained volunteers to appear in court to speak on behalf of abused and neglected children as a way to get more information about their individual cases. Today, nearly a thousand local Court Appointed Special Advocate programs exist in 49 states, including Oregon. CASA volunteers provide the court with regular updates about a child’s particular case and make recommendations about their placement, informed through monthly visits with the child and discussions with their teachers, counselors and others involved in their welfare.   But meeting the growing need for CASAs in Oregon and the rest of the nation is getting tougher. In April, the national CASA organization announced the termination of federal grants totaling millions of dollars which would have been disbursed to state and local CASA programs. That’s in addition to the loss of a $1.7 million federal community project grant earmarked for Oregon’s 19 local CASA programs.    Joining us to share their experiences are Amy Muñoz, who has been serving Jackson County as a CASA volunteer for seven years, and Rachel Robb, who was sworn in as a CASA volunteer serving  Malheur County in January.  

Almost exactly a year before John O'Keefe is found in the snow outside of Boston detective Brian Albert's home,  Sandra Birchmore is found dead in her apartment in the middle of a blizzard. In her phone are thousands of messages between her and a police detective that indicate he is the father of her unborn child. But of course, it's never that simple. For one, he's married and his wife is about to give birth to their third child.And two, he legally, shouldn't be in a relationship with Sandra. Nobody was supposed to find out that he had been grooming and assaulting her since she was 15 years old, a grade school cadet apart of his police explorer's program. Now that she's dead - everything's about to come out into the open right? Not exactly.  When Canton PD and Massachusetts State Police investigate Sandra's suspicious death, they rule her manner of death as a self exit. It would take the FBI 4 years to get involved and make an arrest.  From first glance, it appeared Sandra Birchmore's connection to Karen Read ended with the fact that both crimes took place in the same town. But  when Karen Read's defense team requests unredacted files from Sandra Birchmore's investigation…netizens begin digging.  Many of the same exact officers that are going after Karen Read are the same ones saying Sandra Birchmore did this to herself. What are they all hiding?    Full show notes at rottenmangopodcast.com

A Note from James:We kept recording because the conversation wasn't done. Part 1 was about writing and honesty. Part 2? It's about consequences—what happens when people believe their own hype, when we confuse being loud with being right, and when storytelling gets weaponized. Ryan Holiday has written about ego, stillness, and obstacles. But this part of the conversation gets at something deeper: what happens when power and narrative collide. And how do we live with integrity when the tools we use to create can just as easily be used to manipulate?Episode Description:In Part 2 of their conversation, James Altucher and Ryan Holiday explore the darker side of influence—how public figures lose their grounding, how movements become cults, and how audience validation can steer creators away from their original purpose.They discuss RFK Jr., Jordan Peterson, and Tucker Carlson—not as political figures, but as case studies in how public personas evolve under the pressure of attention. Along the way, they wrestle with their own roles as communicators: when to speak, when to hold back, and what it really means to be useful in a world full of noise.What You'll Learn:Why creators are vulnerable to audience captureThe line between healthy skepticism and conspiracy thinkingWhat separates honesty from manipulation in public discourseWhy power often comes at the expense of self-awarenessHow James and Ryan each wrestle with responsibility as public thinkersTimestamped Chapters:[00:00] Continuation from Part 1[01:00] How Personas Get Distorted Over Time[02:00] The RFK Jr. Conundrum[04:00] Audience Capture and Dopamine Loops[06:00] When Truth Becomes Optional[08:00] Jordan Peterson and the Burden of Symbolism[10:00] Platform Power vs. Message Integrity[11:00] What Happens When You Start Believing Your Own Brand[12:00] The "Edge" as a Career Strategy[13:00] The Slippery Slope from Insight to Grift[15:00] Building a Philosophy Business[16:00] How Stoicism Can Be Used or Abused[17:00] Tucker Carlson, Outrage, and Narrative Control[19:00] Being Useful vs. Being Loud[21:00] When You're More Known Than You Are Understood[23:00] The Fear of Changing Your Mind[24:00] When Silence is the Most Ethical Choice[25:00] Creating in Public Without Losing Yourself[27:00] The Most Powerful Words: “I Don't Know”Additional Resources:Ryan Holiday's website: ryanholiday.netEgo Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday: AmazonJames Altucher on Twitter: @jaltucherThe Daily Stoic podcast: Daily StoicSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the problems in my life is when you are a different type of human.    I'm saying this humbly.....   My brain works differently versus others.    And I'm successful.    I've been adopted.    Addicted.    Abused.    Imprisoned.    The way my mind works, none of that was able to keep me down.    Don't get me wrong.    I got my ass kicked in every facet of life.    It took people telling me I'm a piece of shit.    It took me continuing to work.    And guess what............   I started making money.    I built businesses.    Created a new life for myself.    I don't surround myself with people that don't push to make me better.    I worked with David Goggins a year before most people knew about him.    Do you think he was nice to me?    Nope.    He told me I sounded like a lazy piece of shit.    I needed that so I could get better.    Most people get offended and mad at you when you tell them the truth.    If you want to get better and keep winning, surround yourself with people that tell you the truth.    Even if it hurts your feelings.    They care enough to tell you the truth.    About the ReWire Podcast   The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential.    Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/   Rise Above