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PODCAST

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

A Contagious Smile is a powerful platform dedicated to uplifting and empowering special needs families and survivors of domestic violence. Through heartfelt stories, we shine a light on the journeys of extraordinary individuals who have overcome unimaginable challenges. Their triumphs serve as a testament to resilience and strength, inspiring others to rediscover their own inner light. Each episode features candid interviews with survivors, advocates, and experts who provide valuable resources and

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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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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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37:00

Silence loses when truth finds a microphone

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2025/10/13

Send us a textTruth doesn’t whisper—it arrives with fire, humor, and a plan. We kick things off with a preview of our upcoming conversation with Muck Sticky, whose out‑loud joy and off‑the‑wall songs remind us that laughter can be a lifeline. From there, we move into the hard, necessary talk so many of you ask for: how to spot narcissistic patterns, cut toxic ties without guilt, and build a home that stays drama‑ and trauma‑free. If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much” for telling the truth,

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41:51

Jealousy, jokes, and the hard truths of...

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2025/10/07

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32:27

Love, legacy, and the courage to prepare for the worst

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2025/10/01

Send us a textA single phone call flipped our week, our plans, and our priorities—and taught us how “having a will” can still leave a family drowning in decisions. We open the door to our real-time experience of sudden loss: caring for Dad, sorting thirty years of collectibles, and navigating the awkward surge of relatives who appear for stuff but not support. From stocking a pantry to turning down sheets so a walker can slide in, we trace the small acts that bring dignity back, then get practical

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43:43

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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27:22

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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41:38

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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