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Sexual Assault Survivor Stories

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories -SASS- is a weekly podcast designed for the purpose of providing victims and survivors of sexual assault and rape information and a forum to better understand the complexities, adversities, victories, and all the dynamics of surviving and healing. But it"s not just for victims and survivors! It"s a podcast of learning about trauma-informed interviewing and the neuroscience of trauma and memory, understanding the victim impact of rape and sexual assault, knowing how to

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135. Lauren King and Shannon Porter: What They Don’t...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/04/30

In this powerful crossover episode, I had the fantastic fortune to join forces with the hosts of the What They Don't Say: Sexual Assault and Everything in Between podcast for a special pod-share episode. It was an incredible opportunity for all of us to come together and share our unique perspectives on the journey of healing and justice after sexual assault. I’ve been following Shannon and Lauren’s work for a while, and it was great to finally connect and collaborate. Their podcast offers such an

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134. Karla Hernandez and Gerald Erickson: Brutality,...

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2025/04/22

As a podcast host, it’s not uncommon to receive a steady stream of inquiries from publicists and agents eager to get their clients featured on as many platforms as possible. While some pitches align beautifully with the heart and purpose of the show, others—though well-intentioned—may not be the right fit. That’s why it’s so important to dig deeper, to go beyond the initial pitch and truly understand who the potential guest is, what they represent, and how their story intersects with the mission of

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01:00:05

133. Matt Stegner: A Journey in Trauma-Informed...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/04/15

Today’s episode was truly an enjoyable show to record: my guest is Matt Stegner, a former police officer having served with both the Atlanta (GA) Police Department and the New York State Police. We currently share the same profession…Matt is a trainer/consultant in specializing in trauma-informed investigations of sexual assault and rape cases. I had the pleasure of meeting him at an End Violence Against Women-International (EVAWI) conference after an amazing presentation he did. It’s truly and

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01:13:21

132. Rachel Izzo; Part 3: The Intersection of...

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2025/04/08

This is the final episode of Rachel Izzo's encounter with the New York Police Department (NYPD) and a harrowing tale of systemic failure and the enduring impact of trauma on survivors of sexual assault. Her story is not just a narrative of personal suffering but a stark indictment of institutional shortcomings in handling cases of sexual violence. In her quest for justice, Rachel found herself navigating a labyrinth of bureaucracy that seemed more intent on an outward image than true empathetic

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131. Rachel Izzo; Part 2: The Intersection of...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/04/01

If you’ve tuned into this podcast before, you already know that this show serves a dual purpose: first, providing a safe space for victims and survivors of rape or sexual assault to share their experiences and facilitate healing. And second, it works to educate professionals from all walks of life on trauma-informed care—because understanding this stuff isn’t just about checking a box. It’s about shifting the way we approach advocacy, support, and justice. Welcome back to another powerful episode

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130. Rachel Izzo; Part 1: The Intersection of...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/03/25

Welcome back to Sexual Assault Survivor Stories, the SASS Podcast. In this powerful and impactful episode, we begin a multi-episode series featuring Rachel Izzo, a brave survivor who shares her gripping story of multiple sexual assaults and rapes. Rachel's journey is not only important for its emotional depth but also for the unique perspective she offers from a law enforcement lens. Her experience shines a light on critical aspects of how the justice system intersects with sexual assault cases and

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129. Katie Koestner: Dear Katie: Survivor Stories...

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2025/03/18

I have listened, on and off, to the Dear Katie: Survivor Stories podcast for several years and had it in the back of my head that doing a podshare episode with her might be something that both our audiences might find informative and enlightening. So, with nothing to lose, I sent off an email asking if this was something she might be interested in. She responded that she thought it was a great idea—here’s that episode! This was recorded in the fall of 2024, so some of the references made might be a

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128. Derrick Hurley & Kaitlin Hurley-Fields; Part 4;...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/03/11

Welcome to Part 4, the powerful conclusion of this compelling four-part series featuring Kaitlin Hurley-Fields and her devoted father, Derrick Hurley. In this deeply moving final episode, Kaitlin and Derrick share powerful reflections on their emotional journey through trauma, justice, healing, and advocacy following Kaitlin’s devastating rape by a visiting UK police officer in Antigua. Derrick Hurley's book, Antiguan Justice: A Father’s Fight, poignantly captures their family's heart-wrenching

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01:03:51

127. Derrick Hurley & Kaitlin Hurley-Fields; Part 3:...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/03/04

This is the opening paragraph from Derrick Hurley’s website about his book, Antiguan Justice: A Father’s Fight. This passage is both powerful and important, and it deserves special attention because it highlights not only a family’s painful struggle to survive the trauma of Kaitlin’s horrific rape but also the incredible lengths a devoted father will go to in his pursuit of justice for his daughter. Derrick Hurley’s life was forever changed when his daughter, Kaitlin Hurley, became the victim of a

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126. Derrick Hurley & Kaitlin Hurley-Fields; Part 2:...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/02/25

I want to share with you, again, the opening paragraph from Derrick Hurley’s website about the book he wrote: Antiguan Justice: A Father’s Fight… it’s important and powerful enough that it bears making sure you read it to emphasize the importance of not only the family’s stirring struggle to survive Kailin’s horrific rape, but also the extent that a loving father will go to help bring justice to his daughter: Derrick Hurley, a devoted father, found himself in a heart-wrenching battle when his

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125. Derrick Hurley & Kaitlin Hurley-Fields: Holding...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/02/18

Let me share with you the opening paragraph from Derrick Hurley’s website about the book he wrote: Antiguan Justice: A Father’s Fight… Derrick Hurley, a devoted father, found himself in a heart-wrenching battle when his daughter, Kaitlin Hurley, fell victim to a harrowing crime in 2015. Kaitlin, a nursing student living in Antigua, endured a traumatic experience at the hands of a London police officer, Lee Martin-Cramp, who was visiting the island with his family. In his gripping and emotionally

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124. BB Gabriel: No Ordinary Love; Healing Through...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/02/11

When I found BB Gabriel on Instagram (), and read about her book, No Ordinary Love, I wasted no time in reaching out to her to ask her to be a guest on this show. BB readily agreed, but due to some medical issues that came up for her, we had to wait awhile to get her episode recorded. It is with tremendous honor that I am finally able to bring you this episode! BB had no hesitation in sharing her profound journey as a survivor of multiple sexual assaults and domestic violence. She discusses her

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123. Victoria Ellen: The Path from Abuse to Empowerment

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2025/02/04

The path from abuse to empowerment…this title doesn’t quite do justice to this story; but it’s a good start. Victoria Ellen IS a survivor! But even more that, she is a powerhouse. She married a man who wasn’t at all what he seemed. What started out as a loving, encouraging and pretty wonderful marriage turned into what was, in reality, a textbook example of the cycle of domestic violence. Victoria’s husband started showing his true self: a controlling, power-crazed narcissist. He became a pastor

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122. Rosa: Dear John Stamos: A Letter for You (And...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/01/28

If you know John Stamos (yes, the multi-time Emmy nominated actor, co-star of TV’s “Full House,” and author of “If You Would Have Told Me: A Memoir"), or if you know someone who does, please let him know there’s a letter waiting for him here, written by my guest on this week’s episode, Rosa: **************************************************************************************** [Dear John and Everyone,] If you would have told me back in 2005 when I was just 15 years old that John Stamos would

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121. Arci Grey: Announcing the Opening of Survivor...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/01/21

It’s quite an honor to have Arci Grey come back as my guest this week as she introduces Survivor School, an online trauma-informed personal development platform designed for trauma survivors! Our discussion covers the journey of establishing the school, the diverse range of experts involved, and the various modalities offered to support healing. Arci emphasizes the importance of addressing trauma in all aspects of life and invites listeners to engage with the platform. Without giving the whole

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120. Dave Markel: Even More Understanding of Trauma’s...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2025/01/15

In this episode, I’m diving deeper than I have in the past into what it really means to be trauma informed. No guest this week—it’s just you and me as we unpack the complexities of trauma and how it impacts survivors of rape and sexual assault on physical, emotional, and neurological levels. We’ll revisit some core ideas from Episode 115 and take them a step further, focusing on how we can show up for survivors in a way that’s not only empathetic but empowering. We’ll explore the brain’s key

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119. Carrie Eberts (formerly Grant): Carrie Catches...

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2025/01/07

Carrie is a return guest. The last time she was on this show was in April, 2023, Episode 29. She told us her harrowing story of being adopted into a situation of childhood sexual assault (CSA) at the hands of her adoptive father. The impact was devastating. Yet, Carrie survived and became a strong, resilient woman whose goal became doing all she could to raise awareness of CSA and help bring justice to victims and survivors to help reduce the prevalence of CSA. That goal and her efforts to advocate

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118. Janna MacLean, Part 2: Understanding Implicit...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2024/12/31

This week's episode is an exciting example of a topic I’ve discussed numerous times on this show: implicit and explicit memory—what these are, and how they work together to provide a powerful impact in finding out more about a survivors rape and sexual assault experiences…IF the person doing the interview is trauma informed and knows how to ask the right questions in the right ways. The resultant responses can provide more than a person doing the interview ever dreamed possible! Last week’s

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117. Janna MacLean; The Mask of Kindness: Unmasking a...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2024/12/24

This week's episode delves into the harrowing story of Janna, who at the beginning of this story was a young high schooler who fell prey to a manipulative groomer. This individual, initially presenting himself as a kind, attentive, and compassionate confidante, captivated Janna with his charm. Unfortunately, these qualities often mask a predatory nature, as charm can be a powerful tool for sexual predators. Such was the case of this predator. Janna, seeking solace and understanding during a

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116. Jeanna Coursey: A Quick Turn-around to Examine...

Sexual Assault Survivor Stories ·

2024/12/17

Jeanna is one of my most loyal listeners of this podcast…when she originally found Sexual Assault Survivor Stories she was so enthralled by the content that she binge-listened to every single episode. That’s impressive listening. Then, she wrote me a nice, long, kind, email telling me about some of her favorite episodes. And she told me she wanted to speak with me. So we had a great phone conversation. Not long afterward, she told me she was ready to come on the show and tell her sexual assault and

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