Podcast appearances and mentions of heidi yewman

Heidi Yewman's memoir “dumb girl” (Aug. 19) chronicles the physical, emotional and sexual abuse she suffered for years, and how that pain was transformed into purpose following the tragic shooting at Columbine High School. Among the victims was her beloved basketball coach. For years Yewman has worked as a gun violence activist, producing the award-winning documentary “Behind the Bullet,” and has worked on campaign, organized vigils and asked the hard questions to gun owners. In this interview, we talk about Yewman's decision to share her life's story in “dumb girl” and what it was like to revisit the experiences of her childhood. She talks about her time as an activist and the gains and losses, as well as the hope she sees with the younger generation. 

“Dumb Girl” (She Writes Press, Aug. 19, 2025) is an inspiring memoir of a woman who overcomes the physical, emotional, and sexual abuse of her early life to blossom into a gun violence prevention activist. This episode of Big Blend Radio's 2nd Wednesday "Books & Authors" Show with Books Forward features award-winning author and activist Heidi Yewman, who talks about her powerful new memoir, “Dumb Girl: A Journey from Childhood Abuse to Gun Control”. In Dumb Girl, Heidi chronicles her life from surviving childhood abuse in a toxic environment to becoming a leading voice against gun violence. The title reflects the deep-seated struggles with self-worth shaped by her early experiences, and the book explores themes of trauma, resilience, forgiveness, and the power of community. During this heartfelt conversation, Heidi shares how sports became a refuge, how activism provided an outlet for personal pain, and why storytelling is essential for healing and connection. She also addresses the urgent issues of gun violence, youth safety, and generational trauma—offering insights on why open, honest conversations are necessary to drive change. Key Takeaways: - The meaning behind the title Dumb Girl and its connection to self-perception. - How childhood experiences shape identity and mental health. - The role of sports and community in fostering resilience. - Activism as a transformative path from trauma. - Why sharing stories helps lift shame and build connection. - Forgiveness as a challenging but vital part of healing. - The ongoing impact of gun violence on children and families.

The Columbine High School tragedy in 1999 changed everything for Heidi Yewman. After losing her beloved coach that day, she made a promise to never sit on the sidelines again.In this new episode, Heidi shares how she turned her own childhood pain and the trauma of that loss into 26 years of advocacy. From writing Beyond the Bullet to directing the award-winning documentary Behind the Bullet, Heidi has dedicated her life to understanding the human impact of gun violence and helping survivors find their voice.Her new memoir Dumb Girl, coming this August 2025, dives into her journey of growing up silenced, breaking free from shame, and using storytelling as a way to heal. Tune into the full episode of Women Awakening: Reclaiming Power After Trauma Through Healing, Advocacy & Owning Your Voice.Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!Cynthia James is a transformational speaker, emotional integration coach, and host of the Women Awakening podcast. With a background as a former actress and Star Search champion, she brings creativity and depth to her work. Cynthia holds master's degrees in consciousness studies and spiritual psychology, and she's the author of multiple bestselling books, including I Choose Me. Through her global retreats, coaching, and speaking, she helps women step into their power, live authentically, and lead with purpose.Connect with Cynthia James:Website: https://www.cynthiajames.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cynthia-james-enterprises/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WhatWillSetYouFreeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiajames777/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiajamestransformsHeidi Yewman is a writer, filmmaker and advocate who has spent more than two decades amplifying the voices of people affected by trauma and gun violence. Inspired by the loss of her beloved teacher and coach during the Columbine tragedy, she has dedicated her work to fostering empathy, healing and change through storytelling. She is the award-winning director of Behind the Bullet, the author of Beyond the Bullet and the upcoming memoir Dumb Girl, and her articles and series My Month with a Gun have been featured in publications including USA Today, Ms. Magazine, The Seattle Times and The Huffington Post.Heidi Yewman's memoir Dumb Girl arrives August 2025. A courageous journey from trauma to finding your voice.Learn more at www.heidiyewman.com.Connect with Heidi Yewman:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heidiyewmanauthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-yewman-aa52ba71/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heidiyewmanauthor/#WomenAwakening #GunViolencePrevention #WomenEmpowerment

Gun safety advocate, documentarian, and author Heidi Yewman sits down with host Julie Rose to talk about the most uncomfortable question she ever asked: “Do you have guns in your home, and are they locked up?” After her former teacher and coach was killed in the Columbine High School massacre, Heidi turned her grief into action. In this episode of Uncomfy, she shares how asking the right question could prevent tragedy, what she learned from interviewing people gun owners and who pulled the trigger, and why empathy—not judgment—is the key to meaningful conversations around guns in America. Heidi's documentary, “Behind the Bullet” – https://heidiyewman.com/behind-the-bullet/ Heidi's upcoming memoir, “Dumb Girl: A Journey from Childhood Abuse to Gun Control Advocacy” (August 19, 2025) – https://heidiyewman.com/dumb-girl/ Heidi's website – https://heidiyewman.com/ Got a story of your own uncomfortable question? Email us - uncomfy@byu.edu Subscribe to Uncomfy for more challenging but inspiring conversations. Episode transcript - https://uncomfypodcastbyu.blogspot.com/2025/07/the-most-uncomfortable-question-i-ever.html CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Meet Heidi Yewman 01:27 Columbine and Gun Safety Advocacy 02:21 The Asking Saves Kids Campaign 03:38 The First Time Asking About Guns 04:19 Strategies for Asking About Gun Safety 06:50 The Importance of Gun Safety Conversations 08:01 Behind the Bullet 10:47 Empathy and Understanding in the Gun Conversation 14:11 Conclusion and Call to Action

JJ and JP ring in the first podcast of 2020 with writer, producer, director, community organizer, and super impressive human, Heidi Yewman. Heidi is a long-time Brady member, one who has devoted herself to exploring the multiple and complex narratives that surround gun violence. Then, JJ shares with you an unbelievable new Las Vegas law that is sure to make you shake your head in confusion, and a news update that covers a long list of violent New Year's shootings and continued developments on so-called second amendment sanctuaries. Mentioned in this podcast:Beyond the BulletBehind the BulletMy Month with a GunEnd Family FireAnd hey all--thanks for listening. As always, Brady’s lifesaving work in congress, the courts, and communities across the country is made possible thanks to you. For more information on Brady, or how to get involved in the fight against gun violence, please like and subscribe to the podcast, get in touch with us at bradyunited.org, or on social @bradybuzz. Be brave, and remember: take action, not sides.For more information on Brady, follow us on social @Bradybuzz, or via our website at bradyunited.org. Full transcripts and bibliography available at bradyunited.org/podcast.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255. Music provided by: David “Drumcrazie” CurbySpecial thanks to Hogan Lovells, for their long standing legal support ℗&©2019 Red, Blue, and BradySupport the show (https://www.bradyunited.org/donate)

Portland filmmaker Heidi Yewman joins us to talk about her own experience with gun violence and her new documentary film about the subject. “Behind the Bullet” explores the impact of gun violence through stories of four people who pulled a trigger.

We're taking you back to the Sundance Film Festival when we spoke with director/producer Heidi Yewman and subject Will Little of Behind the Bullet. Behind the Bullet tells the real stories of 5 different people in the U.S. who have been affected by gun violence. It's a difficult film with a powerful story.   Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.    

Chris and Summre interview four filmmakers from snowy Park City in this special Sundance & Slamdance on location episode.   Filmmakers Interviewed: Penny Lane (Director), HAIL SATAN? Heidi Yewman (Director) & Will Little (Subject), BEHIND THE BULLET Jonathan Sutak (Director), DONS OF DISCO Alex Holmes (Director), MAIDEN   Hammer to Nail Links by Christopher Llewellyn Reed: Review of BEHIND THE BULLET Review of DONS OF DISCO Review of HAIL SATAN? Review of MAIDEN   Timestamps: 01:54 - Interview with Penny Lane 15:35 - Interview with Heidi Yewman 32:58 - Interview with Jonathan Sutak 43:05 - Interview with Alex Holmes   Website/Email: www.fogoftruth.com disinfo@fogoftruth.com   Credits: Artwork by Hilary Campbell Intro music by Jeremiah Moore Editing by Christopher Llewellyn Reed Transitional music by BELLS (thanks to Christopher Ernst)

BEHIND THE BULLET is the directorial debut from author and activist, Heidi Yewman. When her former basketball coach and teacher, Dave Sanders was killed in the Columbine High School massacre along with 12 students, she began profiling the lives of those altered by the impact of gun violence. She is a tireless advocate for gun safety, sitting on the boards of The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, Women Donors Network, Stop our Shootings, and Trauma Intervention Program of Portland, OR. In BEHIND THE BULLET will make it’s world debut as a documentary competition selection at the 2019 Slamdance Film Festival, Yewman chronicles an in-depth look at four individuals who have pulled the trigger and the profound impact it’s had on their lives. Every year, almost 40,000 people are shot and killed in America. Each shooting devastates and forever changes the victim’s family and friends. BEHIND THE BULLET explores a side of gun violence that’s rarely talked about - the impact a shooting has on the shooter. Four individuals share how the pull of a trigger, changed them emotionally, physically, psychologically, and spiritually. They describe the conflicting emotions and moral injury that comes after a self-defense, accidental, or unintentional shooting, offering a new and unbiased perspective on gun violence. Director Heidi Yewman joins us to talk about the devastating impacts that guns and the profound impact they have had on four people’s lives. For news and updates go to: behindthebulletfilm.com