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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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When Your Truth Becomes Their Trigger

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2025/09/23

Send us a textHave you ever been silenced for speaking your truth? Join us for an intimate conversation about breaking through barriers and finding your voice even when others try to quiet it.Victoria reveals the surprising backlash to her evidence-based book "Dark Dark Who's There," including a cease and desist letter despite her careful steps to change names and redact identifying features. As the black sheep in a narcissistic family system, she shares how speaking truth often makes

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One Ear Down: How Laughter Heals Even When You Can't...

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2025/09/16

Send us a textWhat happens when the world suddenly goes silent on one side? Victoria's recent ear surgery has left her completely deaf in one ear, forcing her to navigate a new reality where simple interactions become profound challenges. In this raw and emotional episode, we take you through the journey of adaptation and resilience that follows a life-altering medical procedure.The moment hits hardest at a store checkout when Victoria can't hear the cashier speaking to her deaf side

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57:08

The truth will set you free, even when others try to...

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2025/09/13

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57:08

We survived and we're telling our stories, no matter...

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2025/09/11

Send us a textThree years after losing her limb, Victoria marks her "FU anniversary" with a raw, unfiltered conversation about survival, resilience, and finding your voice after trauma. This special edition podcast takes listeners on a deeply personal journey through narcissistic family dynamics and the challenging path of the family "black sheep."Victoria shares exciting news about her new anthology "Dear Silence You Lost, We Get the Last Word" – a powerful collection

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45:25

One Arm, One Ear, All Heart: Navigating Life's...

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2025/09/08

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52:51

Surviving and Thriving: A Family's Journey Through...

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2025/09/01

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62:14

When Blood Isn't Thicker Than Water

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2025/08/25

Send us a textWhat would you do if you witnessed a violent attack in public? Would you step in to help, or freeze in the moment? This raw, unfiltered conversation begins with Michael and Victoria discussing a disturbing video of a random stabbing at Walmart, questioning why bystanders failed to intervene when they had the power to stop the threat.The couple doesn't shy away from difficult topics as they share their perspectives on self-defense, situational awareness, and the Good Samaritan Law

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53:16

Shattering Family Cycles

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2025/08/19

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51:49

Silent Grandparents, Loud Love: A Daughter's Fight...

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2025/08/11

Send us a textWhen doctors told us to call a priest because our daughter wouldn't make it through the night, we refused to accept that fate. Through dozens of surgeries, kidney failure, and countless medical interventions, we fought alongside Faith as she battled for her life. Today, she's not only thriving but hitting bullseyes at the shooting range during her recent birthday celebrations.This episode takes you on an emotional journey through Faith's remarkable story – from her

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49:32

Phoenix Rising: From Silent Victim to Unstoppable Voice

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2025/08/04

Send us a textWhen we talk about domestic violence, the most damaging question survivors hear is "Why didn't you just leave?" In this raw and powerful episode, Victoria and Michael pull back the curtain on this misconception, sharing stories from their upcoming book project "Dear Silence, You Lost."Victoria reveals a particularly moving submission from a child who once resented their mother for staying in an abusive relationship, only to later understand that leaving might

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53:53

Dear Silence: When Survivors Finally Speak TRIGGER...

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2025/07/28

Send us a textWhat happens when survivors of domestic violence finally break their silence? In this raw, powerful episode, we unveil "Dear Silence," our groundbreaking international book project launching this October for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This collection will feature letters from survivors who've endured the unimaginable—giving voice to those who were told to stay quiet for far too long.Behind every "why didn't you just leave?" lies a complex reality

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40:07

You Are A Warrior: Breaking The Cycle of Abuse

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2025/07/21

Send us a textThe scars of domestic violence often remain long after the abuse ends. Victoria's story reveals the staggering physical toll—over 120 surgeries in nearly two decades with more to come—including an upcoming radical ear procedure that will leave her completely deaf in one ear. Yet despite never experiencing a pain-free day in almost twenty years, her positivity remains unshaken."If anyone has the reason to be like, screw the world, screw everybody in it...it would be me,"

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Surviving & Thriving Despite Trauma

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2025/07/20

Send us a textWhen Victoria speaks of making a deal with the devil to protect her unborn child, you understand immediately this isn't an ordinary story of survival. Having endured over 100 surgeries resulting from brutal domestic violence, Victoria Cure has transformed unimaginable trauma into a mission that defines resilience in its purest form."How much more do I have to give?" It's the question her daughter asked during a life-threatening hospitalization, and now Victoria

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THE BEST OF THE BEST WEBINAR

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2025/07/14

Send us a textThe "We Built This" global summit created a powerful space where survival transforms into thriving. Hosted by Victoria Cure, domestic violence survivor and founder of A Contagious Smile, this event brings together an extraordinary collection of voices who've turned their deepest wounds into wisdom.Susan O'Mallan introduces her groundbreaking Thriver's Own Motivational Model, addressing the critical gap between crisis intervention and truly reclaiming joy after

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36:22

Embracing Authenticity: How Honest Relationships Thrive

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2025/07/13

Send us a textThe anticipation is palpable as Victoria Coure and Michael dive into their latest episode, announcing that their upcoming webinar has generated remarkable interest, and their global speaking opportunities have sold out in record time! This success comes alongside features in over 50 media publications, including two fresh magazines that arrived just that day: Podcastars and Equubator. Perhaps most exciting? They’re featured in Women’s Weekly with none other than Adele gracing the

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2025/07/10

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Turning Trauma into Triumph BEST OF THE BEST WEBINAR...

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2025/07/10

Send us a textWhat happens when life throws everything at you - traumatic brain injury, severe mental illness, chronic pain, and profound loss? Kurt Wagner's answer might surprise you: you become stronger.After a catastrophic assault left Kurt with a broken vertebral artery, blood poured onto his brain for approximately eight hours. Doctors gave him last rites, believing he wouldn't survive. The injury destroyed 40% of his neurons, including the left side of his cerebellum. When Kurt

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41:38

She's Lost Everything But Her Smile, And She's Using...

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2025/07/09

Send us a text"You're not your diagnosis, you're not your condition." These powerful words come from Victoria, founder of A Contagious Smile and survivor of extreme domestic violence that has left her with titanium throughout her body, one arm amputated, and now facing complete deafness.Victoria's story isn't just about survival—it's about transformation. After enduring over 100 surgeries resulting from brutal abuse during her pregnancy 19 years ago, she channeled

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Confronting a Customer Service Nightmare

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2025/07/08

Send us a textEver wondered what happens when someone refuses to serve your child with a medical condition? Victoria and Michael share a raw, unfiltered account of standing up to a McDonald's manager who denied their daughter food despite knowing her medical needs. This powerful confrontation highlights the fierce advocacy that defines their approach to life and healing.The couple dives deep into narcissistic relationships, particularly within families, revealing how narcissists view people as

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Ripples of Recovery: JJ's Journey from War to...

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2025/07/04

Send us a textSome heroes wear uniforms, while others create sanctuaries for healing. In this powerful conversation, we meet JJ, founder of Ripple Retreat and a veteran with 27 years of military service who transformed his own trauma into a mission of recovery and hope.After surviving four close calls during deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, JJ faced another battle with alcoholism that nearly ended in suicide. Standing atop an Australian high-rise ready to jump, a sudden memory of his fallen

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