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A Contagious Smile Podcast

Victora Cuore; A Contagious Smile, Who Kicked First, Domestic Violence Survivor, Advocate, Motivational Coach, Special Needs, Abuse Support, Life Skill Classes, Special Needs Social Groups

Stop surviving and start thriving. A Contagious Smile is a globally ranked podcast providing a safe haven for abuse survivors and special needs families navigating the journey of trauma recovery. Whether you are healing from domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, childhood trauma, or the daily challenges of disability advocacy, our mission is to turn your pain into power.Each episode features raw, authentic conversations with survivors, mental health experts, and advocates who share actionable

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52:19

Inside Our Fight Against Abuse, Cover-Ups, And Silence

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2026/02/23

Send a textWhat if a simple “I love you” could steady someone on their hardest day? We open our hearts and our home to talk about building safety from the ground up—personally funding 480 academy scholarships, writing a child’s-eye-view book for noisy and unsafe homes, and speaking plainly about the harm that thrives when institutions deny, delay, or deflect accountability. The conversation moves from raw statistics to real stories, then lands on the everyday work of repair: quiet rituals, clear

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46:03

Puppy Love And Tough Truths

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2026/02/19

Send a textA mountain drive for “just one puppy” turns into two sleepy golden retrievers, a tour of a master blacksmith’s forge, and a sobering question we can’t ignore: why are survivors still punished for staying alive? We move from warm, funny moments in a whelping box to the hard edge of a case where a woman with documented abuse went to prison for self-defense. The contrast is intentional—joy reminds us what a safe home feels like, and why the fight for safety matters.We unpack the gaps that

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48:33

Rising From The Ashes; Love, Knives, And Courage

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2026/02/16

Send a textWhat if the loudest part of your healing is the quiet choice to keep going? We start with playful chaos—forgotten rolls, pajama days, and TV heroes—then step straight into the fire: how survivors bank strength in secret, how evidence dismantles gaslighting, and how family love can turn scars into story. Along the way, we celebrate the unexpected: a message from a Chicago PD favorite, a new book rolling out, and the steady belief that protection and loyalty aren’t just TV tropes—they’re

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63:59

A Hard Look At Consent, Courts, And Courage

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2026/02/15

Send a textStart with a Valentine’s greeting, end with a fire in your chest. We open warm and then drive straight into the hard truths about consent, courtroom trauma, and why too many survivors are punished by the very systems meant to protect them. From a 1960s case portrayed on screen to present-day stats that will stop you cold, we look at how disbelief, repetition, and composure theater stack the deck against people who report sexual assault. No is still no—marriage doesn’t cancel it, clothing

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58:06

Rising Strong From Domestic Violence

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2026/02/09

Send us a textWhat if hope felt practical? We open with big news—a future celebrity co‑host, a magazine cover, and a wave of new faces in our academy—then pull the curtain back on why we do this: to help survivors leave, safely and on their terms. No scripts, no posturing, just real talk that trades judgment for strategy and turns fear into a plan.We walk through the hidden mechanics of control—surprise drop‑ins at work, receipt demands, caller ID checks—and explain why “just leave” ignores the most

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61:07

Surviving Abuse, Exposing Cover-Ups, Rebuilding A Life

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2026/02/05

Send us a textA bruised face, a polite traffic stop, and a business card offering the abuser a job. That moment anchors a raw conversation about how charm becomes control, how violence hides in plain sight, and how institutions can look away precisely when protection is needed most.We unpack the anatomy of grooming—promises of family, curated public images, and rules that turn daily life into performance. When the mask slips, de-escalation isn’t a script; it’s a gamble in a locked room. So we get

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53:39

Scent, Love, And Starting Over

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2026/02/02

Send us a textThe laughter starts with old-school cologne and a running joke about who’s the “sapphire,” then takes a deliberate turn into what those small rituals really mean. We talk about flipping the switch from smelling good for strangers to making it a daily love language at home—tiny habits that say “you matter” without a single grand gesture. That warmth sets the stage for a deeper journey through fidelity, boundaries, and the work it takes to rebuild trust after harm.We open up about

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38:27

We Share How Writing, Healing, And Community Keep Our...

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2026/01/30

Send us a textStart with a laugh, stay for the lifelines. We open the door on a raw, hope-forward conversation about healing from narcissistic abuse, breaking generational trauma, and keeping a mission alive without selling its soul. From landing the cover of Podcasters International to launching VictoriaCure.com, we’re celebrating wins while staying grounded in the work that matters most: practical tools for survivors, special needs families, and anyone ready to end cycles of harm.You’ll hear how a

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38:26

How Caregivers Cope When A Loved One Won’t Admit An...

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2026/01/26

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50:37

Addiction, Love, And The Weight We Carry

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2026/01/19

Send us a textTwo golden retrievers at our feet, a heavy topic on the table. We dive straight into addiction’s messy reality: the slow drift from “I’m fine” to morning liquor in coffee, the way denial dresses up as control, and the brutal truth that love alone can’t outmuscle a substance. We talk openly about losing a close friend to drugs after a toxic on-again relationship, and how survivors shoulder the weight of unanswered questions long after the funeral. If you’ve ever tried to save someone

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59:58

Inside The OR: Infection, Accountability, And...

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2026/01/12

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42:49

Christmas, Scars, And Standing Up For Ourselves

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2025/12/26

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72:39

Holiday Chaos, Hard Truths, Real Love

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2025/12/22

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25:01

Home Depot Dad Moment

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2025/11/24

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37:52

My Husband, A Pee Hat, And A Plot Twist

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2025/11/17

Send us a textA bathroom mix-up in the ER shouldn’t become a masterclass in patient advocacy—but ours did. What starts as a comic detour with a “pee hat” turns into a sharp look at chain-of-custody, contamination risk, and the maddening silence that can stretch for hours in emergency care. We talk honestly about how to ask better questions, push for timely results, and document what matters without turning confrontational. The details might be small, but the stakes are not: a compromised sample can

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41:23

Protecting Your Peace From Narcissists

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2025/11/10

Send us a textSome nights turn into a tug-of-war between chaos and clarity. We start with the mess that hits after a loved one passes—addresses, wills, medical directives, and the million tiny decisions no one wants to make while grieving. Getting your documents in order isn’t morbid; it’s merciful. We walk through what to set up now so you’re not scrambling later: living will, durable and medical power of attorney, beneficiaries, and a simple system that keeps paperwork from becoming a second

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30:01

Welcoming Dad Home

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2025/11/05

Send us a textThe night the house gets quieter, life gets louder. We open the door to Dad after he loses his wife and talk candidly about what it means to fold a parent into your daily rhythm—care, meals, jokes, horror-movie nights, and the steady work of making someone feel safe again. That warmth sits beside hard-won lessons on planning: why every family needs a last will and testament, a living will, and powers of attorney before the phone rings with bad news.We unpack the human side of crisis

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29:58

Smoke, Safety, And A Package On The Porch

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2025/11/01

Send us a textA quiet Thanksgiving gave way to a jarring delivery that raised a bigger question: what’s the line between personal freedom and public safety at our front doors? We walk through the moment a driver cut across our lawn, tossed a package, and left a thick marijuana smell seeping into our living room—then unpack why that matters in a home that must stay scent‑free for medical reasons. This isn’t pearl‑clutching about legality; it’s about responsibility, impaired driving, and the real

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34:42

Beyond The Limb And Beyond Labels: A Family’s Mission...

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2025/10/30

Send us a textWhat if the most meaningful gift you give this year is your story? We’re opening our arms to two big projects fueled by real life and real heart: Beyond the Limb, a practical, compassionate course for new amputees, and Not Defined By My Diagnosis, a community-built book featuring unedited stories from parents and caregivers of special needs kids. Both efforts spring from lived experience—the weight of a prosthetic that doesn’t fit a rebuilt shoulder, the sting of public stares, the

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78:35

How Muck Sticky Turns Grit Into Joy And Advocacy Into...

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2025/10/20

Send us a textSome stories crack you open in the best way. This conversation with Muck Sticky blends raw honesty, laugh-out-loud moments, and a deep well of heart—from Cookie’s courage through major dental surgery to a life lesson stitched into pajama pants that became a personal promise: be comfortable in your own skin and stop bending for strangers. We trace a DIY music career built on personal responsibility, boundary setting, and a belief that joy isn’t an accident—it’s daily work.We go inside

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