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Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

The Dear Katie Podcast features survivors of sexual assault, rape, and abuse; supporters; authors; celebrities; and agents of change about their survivorship and support. Learn how their journeys can help all survivors and their supporters. Delve into backlash, legal systems, campus reactions, family and friends, mental health, PTSD, substance use, body image, and the journey from hurt to healing and thriving. After Katie Koestner appeared on the cover of TIME Magazine at age 18 as the first person

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S5E17 Victim Centered Justice

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/04/25

In this week’s episode, Guy D’Andrea, attorney at LBK, dives into his advocacy and how he navigates sexual assault cases in institutional settings. Sharing his expertise, he sheds light on how the legal system operates and the connections he can make with his clients. Host: Katie Koestner Editor: Evan Mader Producer: Emily Wang

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S5E16 Law and Order Canada

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/04/18

Ben Perrin, a law professor at the University of British Columbia, shares his work breaking the cycles of trauma and abuse. He gives insight into his personal experiences working with his wife, who is a victim of childhood abuse, and how this development has shaped his life and relationship. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Evan Mader Producer: Emily Wang

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S5E15 17 Years, a Baby, and a Guy in Nicaragua

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/04/11

Victimized by her college study buddy, Melissa spends 17 years in Nicaragua mentally paralyzed and avoiding memories of her assault. Finally brave enough to return to the United States, Melissa opened her mind to healing, and today, shares how she uses her experiences to inspire others. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Benter Oluoch Producer: Emily Wang

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S5E14 Deck of Cards for Healing Mantras

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/04/04

In today's episode, Zahabiyah Yamasaki, founder of “Transcending Sexual Trauma Through Yoga”, gives us a glimpse of her work with trauma survivors. Due to her college stranger rape at the University of California - Irvine, Zahabiyah has dedicated herself to helping others who have also experienced trauma explore their mind body connection, feeling safe in their body, and healing. In her work, she emphasizes the importance of community through survivorship, where resilience and tenderness shine

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S5E13 Class Clown on Death Row

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/03/28

Meeting by chance on a plane, Katie interviews Brandy Jeffries, a stand-up comedian and actor who also works in a security prison on death row. Brandy talks about the importance of the delivery of her jokes and her calculated approach to death row prisoners, which, despite being very different job descriptions, have very similar race and gender judgments. Ultimately, through Katie’s experience with sexual assault, and Brandy’s experience with working with rapists in prison, they inspire their

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S5E12 Scrumptious Bunches of Fresh Flowers

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/03/21

After losing her brother, her first perpetrator, Juliette tells the story of her family violence and five-man assault while studying abroad in Spain. Spending nine months in the hospital left her in physical trauma, shock, and with body image issues. Through her healing work, she becomes engaged in mind-body connections and uses her expertise to establish boundaries and communication with others. Within her journey to recovery, Juliette devotes her life to advocating for survivors, teaching them how

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S5E11 Kicking Cats

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/03/14

This week, we discuss the connection between animal abuse and domestic violence with Phil Arkow, President & Secretary of the National Link Coalition. An internationally acclaimed lecturer, author, and educator, he is a consultant for the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and chairs the Latham Foundation’s Animal Abuse and Family Violence Prevention Project. He trains internationally on interdisciplinary topics for animal shelters, child protection agencies, domestic

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S5E10 Long Legal Walks with Luna the Therapy Dog

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/03/07

This week, we sit down with Darcilyn Hall to discuss the ins and outs of sexual assault litigation. She addresses the role of trauma-informed legal practices and the need for sensitivity when working with survivors, including her own practice's amenities such as Luna the therapy dog. Hosts: Katie Koestner and Emily Wang Editor: Benter Oluoch Producers: Emily Wang and Luiza Leite

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S5E9 200 Mile Run

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/02/29

"I remember the feeling of being undressed before being undressed." A recovering people pleaser, Maeve ignores the red flags and her gut when she meets her Tinder date. She tries to be kind, fighting feelings of guilt as she lets him into her room. As he continues to push her boundaries, she calls for her roommate, but her roommate gets back too late. At first in shock, Maeve shares her journey from self-harm, through self-respect and healing. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Evan

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S5E8 Angel in the Legal Heavens for Victims

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/02/22

A lawyer focusing on institutional accountability for child sexual assault, Hansen Dirani shares his soul-shaking passion and energy with us to advocate for survivors of violence. His beliefs, while unconventional, reveal a deep care and unwavering strength in the face of a culture of complicity and silence. If you or a person you know needs an advocate, please make use of our free legal hotline, 567-SHATTER (567-742-8837), or visit our website here:

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S5B1 Learning, Art, and Healing

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/02/22

In this bonus segment, we introduce two new cohosts taking on our interviews! Emily Wang is the Senior Producer for the Dear Katie Podcast and is currently a graduate student in cell biology. She has an academic interest in sexual violence prevention and started the Dear Katie Podcast alongside Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner. Luiza Leite is the Associate Producer for the Dear Katie Podcast and is currently biological sciences and art history. She has been working with the Dear Katie Podcast for

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S5E7 Hot Matcha Latte

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/02/15

Walking away from his anger and jealousy, Isabella breaks it off with her college boyfriend. However, his abuse and manipulation follow her, and he assaults her in her home. Following a journey of healing and justice, she shares her story with us today. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Benter Oluoch Producers: Emily Wang and Luiza Leite

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S5E6 Total Body Badass

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/02/08

New college student Kiley does her best to deal with the Covid outbreak on campus, spending time with her boyfriend and his roommates. In love for the first time, she finds herself in uncomfortable situations with this group, until one of his roommates attacks her. She walks away, in shock, living in silence until months later. Kiley shares her journey from breaking her silence and dealing with the backlash to self-care and helping survivors today. Hosts: Katie Koestner and Claire Kaplan Editor:

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S5E5 Mermaids Walking on Their Toes

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/02/01

Author and ally Michael Emberger shares his voice and knowledge, advocating for men to take charge and act as true supporters for survivors of sexual assault. His book, Believed, focuses on the suffering of mermaid and college student Kelsea, who stands on a tail and two fins to fight the most painful trial of her life. Despite her trauma and a crisis of faith, she speaks the truth of what her rapist did, but will she be believed? Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Evan Mader Producers:

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S5E4 Jane Doe is a Monster

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/01/25

In today's episode, filmmaker and actress Emma Fitzpatrick discusses the the importance of telling stories that give a voice to the voiceless. As a writer, she has contributed to the success of multiple social media campaigns highlighting women’s issues and gender equality including #SHEPLAYSWEWIN which garnered media attention for its positive portrayal and message to young women in athletics. She most recently wrote and produced the feature film “Take Back the Night,” a monster movie that plays

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S5E3 Re-Membering for Healing

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/01/19

Deb Grassman and Jo Jones share their vision of a world free of sexual violence and a path to healing from 'soul injury'. Often, trauma separates us from ourselves, and the process of healing reconnects us with the self, 're-membering'. Deborah Grassman is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and author of two books, Peace at Last and The Hero Within. . She discovered a phenomenon that has become identified as “Soul Injury” – a wound that separates you from your own sense of self. Deborah then founded

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S5E2 Blue Gingham with Purple Ribbons

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/01/11

Sandy shares a harrowing personal tale of the end of 17-year relationship; their ex displays a violent temper, lashing out at everyone in her path. They find themselves living in fear, seeking justice and searching for community, transforming their story into one of hope and friendship. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Benter Oluoch Producers: Emily Wang and Luiza Leite

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S5E1 Rain Droplets

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2024/01/04

Graduating high school with her first child, Schenika misses the first signs of her partner's abuse. After years of living subject to his violence, she is finally pushed to free her family from his terror when her children begin sleeping with knives under their pillows. In a daring exodus, Schenika plans meticulously and finally paves the way to her family's freedom, breaking away from her abuser. Years of hardship and silence later, she finds herself sharing her story and speaking her truth to help

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S4E25 Hot for Bachata and Cha Cha

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2023/12/28

stephani candelaria (she/her/ella) is a musician/activist and trauma-informed, decolonization-focused educator from San Juan Bautista, California (Amah Mutsun tribal land). They hold a Masters degree in Education from Mills College in Oakland, CA (Ohlone tribal land), and has more than 10 years experience in education spaces, from gender-based workshop development and implementation, to social justice-centered curriculum development and classroom teaching, to community engagement via her musical

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S4E24 6 Figure Sales and All the Curves

Dear Katie: Survivor Stories ·

2023/12/21

"God, please save me, I don't want to die." Abused and in denial, Angeline is subject to constant terror from her husband; after being sent to the emergency room, she finally finds the courage to put her foot down and file for divorce. Throughout a year-long journey of healing and self-advocacy, she frees herself from domestic violence, carving a new path for herself into independence and strength. Today, Angeline Constantinou is an empowerment partner who works with others in the transition from

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