Since 2012 ZA'AKAH has been advocating for survivors of sexual abuse in the Orthodox Jewish community. Outcry, the English translation of ZA'AKAH, will be covering current and historical cases of sexual abuse in the community, busting myths and disinformation about sexual abuse, providing best-practices based information for survivors, parents, teachers, and community leaders on how to prevent and respond to sexual abuse, and interviewing experts in the field about how to keep our children safe.
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Childhood trauma is a taboo subject in that it's deeply emotional for people to learn, talk, and comprehend it. However, healing, true healing, can't come from silence. This podcast digs in to the emotions and reveals the symptoms of what can lead to childhood trauma, AND the tell tell signs that can alert us that something is wrong with the youths in our homes, schools, churches, or wherever. Whether it's physical, mental, verbal, or sexual abuse, this podcast takes a brave head on approach ...
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Cynthia is an overcomer, a past victim of human sex trafficking in her childhood. Her story, along with daughter Leanna, was told in a world wide multi-award winning documentary, Another Child, currently available on: Apple TV, iTunes, Amazon Prime, Vudu, Xbox, iNDemand, Dish, Google Play, & Vubiquity. Join Cynthia now, as she shares adventurous stories of how the Lord unveils who He is as we seek to know Him daily in order to bring revelations that inspire us to no longer be defined by our ...
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An intersectional healing podcast for survivors of sexual assault and any/all abuse. When survivors share, they share strength. "Finding OK" helps people navigate this difficult healing process. The focus is on recovery, self-care, empowerment, and healing. You are not alone.
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A source for childhood sexual abuse and incest survivors to get the tools and inspiration for a life beyond coping and managing symptoms. You can have lasting healing so you can live your very best life.
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We sit with survivors of sexual trauma, who share their stories of abuse and healing.
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This podcast is dedicated to providing crucial support, information, and empowerment for survivors of sexual abuse and assault in New Jersey. Hosted by compassionate legal advocate Joe Messa, Esq. - The Abuse Lawyer NJ, our episodes feature expert advice, insightful discussions, and inspiring stories of resilience and recovery. Whether you're looking for legal guidance, emotional support, or practical resources, we are here to help you navigate your journey to healing and justice. Tune in to ...
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This channel is dedicated to all those brave fellow 'adult survivors of child sexual abuse'. You are not alone out there, you are believed and supported in finding your voice & handing the shame back to the abusers - where it belongs. Handing the Shame Back is a New Zealand based charity, focused on preventing child sexual abuse through education and supporting adult survivors. Find out more about us and what we do: https://www.handingtheshameback.org Each week, Handing the Shame Back will a ...
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Join us for an insightful episode where we delve into the strategic legal battles against sexual assault in New York. Hear from Thomas Giuffra, Esq. - The Abuse Lawyer NY, as he discusses his dedicated approach to providing unwavering legal support for survivors across New Jersey, including Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, and Long Island. Discover the comprehensive legal strategies employed, the holistic approach to case handling, and the impactful advocacy for policy ...
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what would you do if you were sexual abused? How would your life be if you were? What would you do after it happened?
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According to the CDC and WHO, 1 in 3 American men will experience physical violence, sexual violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Globally, 1 in 3 women will experience physical or sexual violence—most often at the hands of an intimate partner. Domestic violence isn’t always visible. Beyond physical and sexual abuse, it often includes emotional abuse, psychological manipulation, financial abuse, coercive control, and legal abuse—tactics designed to isolate, intimida ...
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Welcome to SiblingsToo, the podcast about Sibling Sexual Abuse, the hidden taboo, hidden in society and in families. Sibling Sexual Abuse is thought to affect as many as 1 in 5 families. Your Host is Nancy Morris, a psychology researcher and sibling sexual abuse survivor, #SiblingsToo creates a voice for sibling sexual abuse and brings research and information to surivors and their families.
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This show is intended as a form of therapy for myself as well as helping those that identify as a victim of abuse. it is also meant for those that are dealing with addiction.I am in active in NA now and in group therapy.I am a survivor of childhood sex abuse. I am a drug addict in recovery. As a fair warning; some might find this show at its content triggering so please use caution as I talk in detail about my life and those things that happened to me.Be a blessing and may you find serenity.
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Research indicates that a significant number of us are linked to someone who has been affected by sexual abuse. In the powerful podcast "Not Just a Hashtag," hosts Nicole and Deb bravely tackle the profound effects of sexual abuse on survivors' lives. This devastating betrayal is deeply personal, and the healing process can be one of the toughest journeys anyone can face. By tuning in each month, you will not only gain valuable insights into navigating this challenging path but also discover ...
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Welcome to the Partnership Podcast - The P Pod, from the Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership! Meet the agencies who will help you to support children, young people and their families across Somerset. Explore local and national learning and how to improve your safeguarding practice. If you would like to take part in a future podcast or have any questions or comments arising from any episodes we'd love you to contact us at [email protected] www.somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk
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a podcast for survivors of sexual abuse by legal advocate CohenMalad, LLP
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This podcast is a series of conversations. What started as a series of intimate conversations between Ruth and David that ranged from personal to professional experiences around violence, relationships, abuse, and system and professional responses which harm, not help, has now become a global conversation about systems and culture change. In many episodes, David and Ruth are joined by a global leader in different areas like child safety, men and masculinity, and, of course, partnering with s ...
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Heal The Wounds, Own Your Story, Lead Your Life. Led by Branon Dempsey, this YouTube page is a safe space for people and survivors of childhood trauma, to help you reclaim your story so you can be fully connected to lead life. Subscribe today to become part of a supportive community where hope, healing, and empowerment await—because your story matters. ➡️ Podcast / iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-your-story-matters-podcast-with-branon-dempsey/id1609639138 ➡️ Youtube: https: ...
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Join kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart and Elizabeth Smart Foundation Executive Director, Heather Stockdale as they speak with therapists, survivors, and experts as they share stories of empowerment, recovery, and hope. If you or someone you know has ever experienced the horrors of sexual assault, then this podcast is for you!
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A psychology podcast that is both educational and entertaining.
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Welcome to "The Ricky C Williams Podcast," a podcast dedicated to understanding and overcoming anger management issues and domestic abuse. Each episode provides valuable insights, practical advice, and powerful stories to help listeners navigate the complexities of these challenging topics. To receive show notes and special gifts, please go to https://www.therickycwilliamspodcast.com/blog
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TSN investigative reporter Rick Westhead joins First Up to chat about his great work on the Blackhawks sexual abuse coverup story, does the NHL's punishment of the Blackhawks fit the crime, how will this play out for the people still employed in the NHL like Cheveldayoff and Quenneville, why it was important to hear from players and more
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Kate Brennan Harding and Orla Vaughan met at the kitchen table for a personal, gentle, and important conversation about childhood sexual abuse and how we all can change the world for survivors. In series One, Kate starts a journey into her own childhood trauma. Revisiting how Kate disclosed her abuse, the impact of that at age 11 and as the series draws to a close, Kate also receives her files from St Louise's Unit in Crumlin children's hospital Dublin. This podcast is about finding your voi ...
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Overcoming Child Sexual Abuse is a positive and uplifting series to help overcome the struggles that remain in our adult lives from experiences of child sexual abuse. Join Kathy Andersen, award-winning self-development author and survivor of childhood sexual abuse, as Kathy brings together inspiring guests and leading experts in areas including positive and clinical psychology, trauma recovery, and self-mastery and development to share practical approaches and new learnings to help adults br ...
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Every day we bring you the most important news and feature stories from hundreds of sources in Russia and across the former Soviet Union.
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A series of shortcasts from the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) about their leading non-profit work tackling online child sexual abuse. Our series of short podcasts feature discussions with leading experts and academics covering a wide variety of topics including tech, encryption, policy and how these impact the criminal circulation of child sexual imagery online. Find out more at iwf.org.uk
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Two years ago, we hunted down a serial paedophile. This time around, we’re thinking bigger. In My Only Story Season 2: Back to School, published weekly from Sept 16 2021, we hunt down the predators hiding in your child’s classroom.
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Narcissist Apocalypse is a Purple Ribbon Award-winning storytelling podcast that amplifies the voices of those who have experienced narcissistic abuse, coercive control, emotional abuse, domestic violence, family relationship abuse, and relationship trauma. Our guests share their stories of abuse survival, providing a source of validation, education, inspiration, and hope for those going through similar experiences. Join us and discover how you, too, can overcome the narcissist apocalypse. R ...
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Distinguished, award-winning journalist, Lara Logan hosts ”Going Rogue with Lara Logan” from her studio deep in the Texas Hill Country. Lara engages in fascinating conversations ’One On One” with people who are making waves in the social and political landscapes, digging deep into their stories to shed light on crucial issues. On the ”Rogue Roundtable” episodes, Lara holds court with her sidekick Luke Coffee and Producer Keith to break down current events, challenge mainstream narratives, an ...
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More than two years ago, Paralympic swimming champion Robert Griswold was accused of sexually abusing a teammate with an intellectual disability. After Colorado Springs police chose not to pursue criminal charges against Griswold last year, will Parker Egbert and his family ever get the justice they seek?
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Exposing abuse. Seeking Justice. Reviving Lives. The Wrestling Lions Podcast™ dives headfirst into the challenging and often uncomfortable realities of spiritual and sexual abuse within Christian campus ministries and churches. Hosted by Ron Bloomingkemper Jr., this unapologetically bold show exposes the systems of abuse, seeks justice for victims, and provides creative tools to empower listeners to confront evil and build healthier ministries. Featuring survivor stories, expert interviews, ...
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Nastya Krasilnikova is an investigative journalist who covers sexual violence against women and children. A year and a half ago, former students associated with one of Russia’s most prestigious schools approached her with allegations of serial abuse by teachers. Her investigation has uncovered a network of harm and complicity in a tight-knit circle of Russian intelligentsia. The story spans many years and multiple countries. It asks what happens when a community refuses to atone for the viol ...
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Life After Abuse is a platform dedicated to stopping the cycle of abuse and sexual assault that is so prevalent in the US today. The platform is intended to serve as a 360-degree resource for victims and those who love and care for them. Although abuse is happening in every segment of our society, this platform will pay special attention to the needs of young women and women of color. This platform has been created by Dr. Lisa Johnson Pratt, the mother of two daughters affected by sexual ass ...
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Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation. Get more Death, Sex & Money with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of DSM and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Death, Sex & Money show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/dsmplus to get access wherever you listen.
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There is no prescribed way that an experience of sexual abuse will impact on a man or on his relationships. Everyone is different. A man will often try to find his own way to deal with the experience of sexual abuse, and will work hard to limit its impact on his life and relationships. Although hearing that a man has been sexually abused is distressing, sometimes this information can help a partner make sense of some of the behaviours they have been observing. It can then provide a starting ...
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Your audio and video experience portraying on the journey’s that are remastered from adverse effects of life fighting through child sexual abuse, domestic violence, rape, lone parenting, single parenting, child loss, and suicidal thoughts. We hope to raise awareness through inspiring stories and transformational journeys, as we share resources to guide you through your own adversity.
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Our podcast is dedicated to creating a safe, culturally-informed space for African communities. to openly explore and discuss mental health. By addressing stigma and sharing powerful stories of resilience, we honor African traditions while offering expert insights conversations that empower you to prioritize your mental health and strengthen our communities. Join us as we break barriers, foster healing, and uplift the voices that matter.
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A podcast for survivors of sexual abuse to have their voices heard. Nats Esther is your host and will be interviewing a range of guests and asking them your questions. If you want your voice heard then this is the podcast for you. Together our voices are stronger.
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Formerly: The Marriage Podcast for Smart People
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Sporadic blogger, former prodigal turned Jesus-follower, former part-time martial arts instructor -- as well as mother of more than the socially acceptable number of children, all of whom are now grown -- believes in grace and second chances, and podcasts on a myriad of topics...similar to her companion blog at rebeccaprewett.com
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Natwampane is a term in Bemba, a native language widely used in Zambia and it means coming together. The Natwampane Podcasts highlight the issues to do with sexual and gender based violence with the aim to stop and prevent it.
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Welcome to DFP I post video interviews that are completely focused on documenting the stories of fascinating guests. My job is to ask insightful, well informed questions and then SHUT UP and let the guest tell their story. Thank you for your support and enjoy the show! @daltonfischerpodcast on all social media
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Honest, open, and intelligent talk from Women who know, helping Other Women Live Full, Fierce, and Free lives. Dawn Scott Damon & the Sisterhood open-up about true, painful, motivating, empowering, and yet sometimes ugly issues that women face .
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Breaking Calm Enthusiasts is a podcast by Renee King that explores all of the top tactics and strategies to overcome childhood sexual abuse. Become the enthusiast of your healing & recovery journey! Walk away knowing that you can conquer and overcome the long term effects from childhood sexual abuse.
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How about we have a platform, a non judgemental zone for sexual abuse survivors where we can all share experiences peculiar to us. Welcome to A.K podcasts, bringing experiences from the horse's mouth to your ears.🎧
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Remember My Name is a podcast that tries to shift the narrative to the victim, rather than the killer. We all know Ted Bundy or Ed Gein, but can you name one of their victims? The focus needs to be on the human being whose life was stolen. Those are the names we should remember.I didn't want to choose random homicide stories. Instead, I went with what I knew. Massachusetts. The cases I heard about growing up were forming a narrative as I developed as a person. I lived in Massachusetts for 22 ...
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Bringing up domestic violence and sexual assault in conversation usually leads to awkward silence – but not here. Hosts Shawn and Amanda are on a mission to spark dialogue and change culture. Each episode will explore topics that affect violence, gender roles, and social norms in America.
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“Breaking the Silence with Dr. Gregory Williams” Now is the time for you to step out of your own personal darkness and break the silence that has been hidden and closed up inside of you. “Breaking the Silence with Dr. Gregory Williams” radio program will offer the listeners a Road Map to Hope each and every week with keys to discover within yourself that ray of light to make your day better and brighter. Dr. Williams will not only discuss his own personal journey of overcoming the darkness o ...
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Ekaterina Kirsanova A Moscow court has sentenced Ekaterina Kirsanova, a 45-year-old former vocal instructor, to 13 years in prison for violent sexual acts against a minor under 14. The Moscow division of Russia’s Investigative Committee said in an official Telegram post that the verdict was delivered on December 19, though media reports appeared on…
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99 – Justice Is Finding Peace: Childhood Sexual Abuse, Healing & Truth with Kath Essing
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What if justice isn’t a courtroom verdict, but the peace that comes from telling the truth? On this episode of the 1 in 3 Podcast, Ingrid sits down with Kath Essing, author of The Courage to Speak Your Truth: Shifting the Narrative on Childhood Sexual Abuse, for a powerful conversation about healing when the legal system cannot deliver a conviction…
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The Internalized Male Gaze and Self-Objectification
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Join Hecate in this episode of 'Finding OK,' a healing podcast for survivors of SA and abuse, as they delve into the concept of "the male gaze", how it's internalized, its role in objectification, and its intersection with sexual healing post-trauma. Inspired by Margaret Atwood's poem from 'The Robber Bride', Hecate explores how societal beauty sta…
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Sexual Coercion & Support | Q&A With Ashley Badgley of Survivors.org
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In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse Q&A, Brandon Chadwick interviews Ashley Badgley, Director of Survivor Support at Survivors.org, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending sexual violence and supporting survivors. They discuss sexual coercion, its definition, and its prevalence. Badgley emphasizes the importance of survivor stories and the ro…
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Attachment to Your Sexual Abuser (2017 Rerun)
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks with Humberto about a listener who feels attached to her sexual abuser. August 28, 2017 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.pa…
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76. Untangling Shame: Reclaiming Identity After Childhood Sexual Abuse
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In this episode, Rob shares how childhood sexual abuse shaped his identity through shame, silence, and confusion — and how God has been restoring what was stolen. We talk about trauma bonds, why survivors often mislabel their experiences, and how healing begins when we separate what happened to us from who God created us to be. If this conversation…
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P Pod LIVE Recording! "I wanted them all to notice" - learnings on Child Sexual Abuse
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Get in touch with us at The P Pod Today you join us for a very special P Pod Episode indeed as we're joined not only by the National Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel's Sally Shearer OBE, who talks about the National Panels review into Interfamilial Child Sexual Abuse, but also over 130 others who joined us for this livestreamed podcast reco…
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Cui bono? With no evidence offered, Russia’s claim of a Ukrainian attack on Putin’s residence looks designed to derail peace talks
The ‘attack’ On Monday afternoon, December 29, Russian state media reported Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s allegation that Ukraine’s armed forces had attacked President Putin’s official residence in the Novgorod region the night before. Ukraine supposedly launched 91 drones at “Dolgiye Borody” (also known as “Valdai” and “Uzhin”), and Russia’s ai…
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Season 6, Episode 24: If “Mother is in denial about domestic violence” Had A Buzzer, We’d Smash It!!!
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Mist, wind, the volcanic island of São Miguel, and a hard look at the words and jargon that decide families’ futures. We begin in the Azores, Ruth’s ancestral home, where arguments for European westward expansion took shape after Bartolomé de Las Casas reported the finding of two “dead” "Amerindian" bodies—and where mainland-imposed poverty, illite…
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A ‘palace’ fit for an occupier . New investigation reveals luxury residence built for Putin in Ukraine’s Crimea
According to new investigation by the Anti-Corruption Foundation (FBK), a lavish mansion was built for Russian President Vladimir Putin on the southern coast of Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula. The FBK estimates the project’s cost at around 10 billion rubles (about $125.8 million). Before Russia occupied Crimea, Ukrainian media repeatedly reported on c…
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Russia’s conscription system will become year-round starting January 1. Here’s what that means for Moscow’s call-up capacity.
Russian conscripts say goodbye to their loved ones at a train station in Kazan. November 20, 2025. Though Russia’s conscription system is separate from its wartime mobilization campaign, completing mandatory military service against the backdrop of the full-scale war in Ukraine remains a major source of anxiety for many Russians. With the exception…
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Stalling growth, falling oil prices, and the civilian sector sacrificed. Meduza’s top five takeaways on the Russian economy heading into 2026
The state of Russia’s economy has been one of the most difficult topics to assess during the wartime period. Contrary to apocalyptic forecasts by experts, the country weathered the sanctions shock of 2022 and even returned to economic growth — driven largely by ballooning military spending, but also by high energy prices and, in some cases, a succe…
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The Psychology of OJ Simpson (2016 Rerun)
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk Honda talks about the psychology of OJ Simpson. June 30, 2016 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: h…
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Your stories about inheritance: Gwynn wrestles with her mother's will that would cut out her sister; Trevor inherited money from his father and questions about whether his death was planned; and Anna talks to two young people giving away their inherited wealth despite some family opposition. Podcast production by Zoe Azulay Sign up for a full year …
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‘Russia is at it again’. Moscow, Kyiv, and Washington trade outrage over alleged attack on Putin’s Valdai residence
Putin’s residence in Valdai According to Russia: Russia’s foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, claims that Ukraine launched drones at President Vladimir Putin’s residence in Valdai, in Russia’s Novgorod region. Lavrov offered no evidence to support this claim, and there is currently no independent confirmation that the incident actually occurred. “On t…
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🌠 The Holiday Emotional Leftovers | Ep. 010
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Send us a text Working through the emotions that our dysfunctional families leave behind There is a reason the quiet after the holidays feels louder than the chaos itself. When the family leaves, when the door finally closes, when the house settles back into stillness, something strange happens. Your body exhales, but your nervous system does not f…
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Russian occupation forces reopened the Mariupol theater Moscow bombed in 2022. Here’s what it looks like today.
On December 28, Russian occupation authorities held a reopening ceremony for the Mariupol Drama Theater, a landmark cultural institution in the occupied Ukrainian city that was destroyed by a Russian airstrike in the spring of 2022. Attendees included Denis Pushilin, head of the self-proclaimed “Donetsk People’s Republic”; St. Petersburg Governor A…
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Russian foreign minister says without evidence that Ukrainian drones attacked Putin’s Valdai residence
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said without evidence on Monday that Ukrainian drones had carried out an attack on Vladimir Putin’s Valdai residence in Russia’s Novgorod region. According to Lavrov, Russian air defense forces shot down 91 drones. He did not indicate whether the purported attack caused any damage or casualties, but he said Mo…
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Dr Kirk and Dr Michael Drane answer patron emails. December 29, 2025 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Dr. Michael Drane & working with psychosis 17:14 Will AI replace therapists? 23:42 How well does AI replicate Dr. Kirk's response? 43:52 Is IFS problema…
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‘90 percent agreed’. Trump and Zelensky tout ‘progress’ at Florida meeting but make no major breakthroughs
U.S. President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday for the two leaders’ fourth meeting since Trump returned to office. Though both presidents described the meeting as “great,” it didn’t yield any major breakthroughs in finalizing a deal to end Russia’s war against Ukr…
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🌠 What 2025 Is Still Teaching Us About Healing | Ep. 009
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Send us a text As this year closes, we are not rushing past what shaped us. This episode is a pause. A breath. A look back at the conversations that cracked things open, named the pain, and pointed toward healing. Over the past year on Your Story Matters, we talked about childhood trauma, emotional survival, boundaries, nervous system healing, iden…
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‘Hostage diplomacy,’ public opinion, and Soviet feminism. Five books about Russia Meduza’s editors enjoyed this year
The news out of Russia in 2025 has been overwhelmingly bleak. As Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine nears its fifth year, the Kremlin has ramped up internet censorship, while courts have prosecuted a record number of people on treason and espionage charges. For readers trying to make sense of these developments, however, one small bright spot …
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[Rerun] Dr. Kirk and Humberto talk about social anxiety. October 21, 2016 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOUZWV1DRtHtpP2H48S7iiw/join Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/PsychologyInSeattle Email: https:…
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The stories that defined Russian journalism in 2025. Meduza’s roundup of the year’s best reporting from the Russian-language independent media
With another year nearly behind us, it’s high time we look back at the best Russian-language reporting in 2025. Many of the year’s top stories addressed Russia’s increasingly draconian justice system and Moscow’s growing confrontation with Europe and the United States. Despite rampant censorship and a narrowing space for public discourse, journalis…
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Moscow court sentences Meduza co-founder and publisher Galina Timchenko to five years in prison in absentia
A Moscow court has sentenced Galina Timchenko, co-founder and CEO of Meduza, to five years in prison in absentia on charges of leading an “undesirable” organization, Mediazona reported. The court also barred Timchenko from holding leadership positions for five years. Prosecutors had sought the same prison term during closing arguments. Russia’s Pro…
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Send us a text The holidays stir up more than music and lights—they surface old memories, mixed emotions, and the pressure to perform joy. We open our hearts to survivors navigating family rooms where celebration collides with unresolved hurt, and we offer a calm, practical path to protect your peace. This is a warm reminder that your healing matte…
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The Public Psychology of Madeleine McCann (Chap 4 - Wrap Up)
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Humberto takes a focused deep dive into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and he and Dr Kirk unpack the public psychology behind the case, the reactions, and the myths that still surround it. December 25, 2025 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Public…
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For the third year, Ukrainians are celebrating Christmas on December 25, together with the West. Last week, Moscow rejected a Christmas truce and continued its relentless strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and civilian population. After a massive and deadly overnight attack just two days before the holiday, President Volodymyr Zelensky said…
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P Pod Christmas Special 2025 - P Pod Wrapped!
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Get in touch with us at The P Pod It's that time of year again when we deck the halls, hang up our stockings and, more stress inducing for the SSCP Business Unit, our host, SSCP Training Manager Steve Macabee cajoles the rest of the team to join him in recording a Christmas Special P Pod where they reflect on everything that they've been up to in 2…
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The Beet’s top five stories of 2025. From hardened borders to fading factories, these dispatches trace how history, identity, and power shape everyday life across Eastern Europe and Central Asia
For the past three years, The Beet newsletter has supplemented Meduza’s regular coverage with original reporting from Central and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. When we launched this mailing in September 2022, our aim was to dig deeper, amplify local perspectives, and tell unique stories that might otherwise be overlooked. The Beet…
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20 points to peace . Zelensky reveals revised U.S.-backed plan to end Russia’s war against Ukraine
Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed a revised draft peace plan, developed with the United States, to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. Zelensky presented the 20-point proposal to journalists in Kyiv on Tuesday, calling it “a foundational document on ending the war,” RBC Ukraine and Suspilne re…
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Around the globe, 2025 was a dark year for journalism. For the first time in its history, Reporters Without Borders classified the global state of press freedom as a “difficult situation.” According to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 126 journalists and media workers were killed in connection with their work, matching the record set in 2024. …
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The Public Psychology of Madeleine McCann (Chap 3 - Public Psychology)
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Humberto takes a focused deep dive into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and he and Dr Kirk unpack the public psychology behind the case, the reactions, and the myths that still surround it. December 24, 2025 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. Become a mem…
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100-Surviving A Covert Narcissist with Mia Hanks
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The most dangerous abusers aren’t always loud. Sometimes they appear kind, generous, and adored—until the door closes. In this episode, Ingrid sits down with Mia Hanks, author and survivor of covert narcissistic abuse, to unpack life with a narcissist: from the dizzying highs of love bombing to the slow drain of gaslighting, blame-shifting, and ide…
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Architects of Chaos Theory. How pro-Kremlin pundits use geopolitical turmoil to explain away Russia’s war against Ukraine
Vladimir Putin’s vision of a “multipolar world” has been a keystone of Russia’s foreign policy ever since he delivered his infamous Munich speech in 2007. Asserting that U.S. dominance is in decline and that Russia is destined for a special role in the new international order, this concept helps explain Putin’s repeated calls for a “new Yalta” and …
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It’s Christmas. Getting through Christmas, can be an overwhelming ask for us as survivors. While many people experience joy and celebration during this time, we can feel the opposite through difficult emotions, painful memories, and feelings of isolation surfacing. Here’s some ideas that may just help. From all of us here at Handing the Shame Back …
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Since mid-December, the app Be My Eyes — designed to assist blind and visually-impaired people — has been barely functional in much of Russia. Some users suspected the service had been blocked. Roskomnadzor, Russia’s federal censorship agency, claims that isn’t the case. Follow Meduza on Google News to stay up to date — just go to this link and cli…
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The Public Psychology of Madeleine McCann (Chap 2 - Suspects)
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Humberto takes a focused deep dive into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and he and Dr Kirk unpack the public psychology behind the case, the reactions, and the myths that still surround it. December 23, 2025 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Who is…
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The Chaste Sexiness and Fantasy of Hallmark Holiday Rom-Coms
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When screenwriter Russell Hainline first moved to L.A., his goal was to write high-budget monster movies and thrillers. Then one day, he was prompted to write a Hallmark holiday rom-com, and something clicked. In this special holiday episode, Russell talks about his breakout Netflix hit Hot Frosty and how he found his groove writing movies for the …
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‘How are we supposed to communicate?’. Russian officials tell Meduza that mobile Internet blackouts and blocked messaging apps are undermining their ability to manage public sentiment
Russian officials are complaining about the country’s mobile Internet shutdowns and blocked messaging apps. The outages don’t just disrupt their day-to-day work — they’re cutting off the channels regional administrations rely on to communicate with each other and to monitor public sentiment. As the Kremlin pushes residents onto its state-built Max …
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A grim new record. Russian courts convicted over 460 people of treason and espionage in 2025, according to a new report
Since the start of Moscow’s full-scale war in Ukraine, Russian courts have convicted more than 1,000 people on charges of treason and espionage, according to a new study by analyst Kirill Parubets conducted for the human rights group Department One. In 2025 alone, courts handed down 468 such verdicts — the highest annual figure since 1997, when Rus…
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Understanding and Calming Hypervigilance: Grounding Techniques for Feeling Safe
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Introduction Understanding and calming hypervigilance through grounding techniques for feeling safe involves learning specific strategies that help regulate your nervous system while maintaining necessary environmental awareness. This guide immediately addresses the importance of grounding techniques for feeling safe, ensuring you have practical to…
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The Public Psychology of Madeleine McCann (Chap 1 - Abduction)
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Humberto takes a focused deep dive into the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, and he and Dr Kirk unpack the public psychology behind the case, the reactions, and the myths that still surround it. December 22, 2025 This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/KIRK to get 10% off your first month. 00:00 Who is…
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Breaking The Silence with Dr Gregory Williams A Merry Christmas Special, The Sunday Night Before Christmas Topic: What this Season is All About!By [email protected] (Author)
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A car bomb killed Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, head of the Russian General Staff’s army operational training directorate, in Moscow on Monday, according to Russia’s Investigative Committee. The agency said an explosive device had been placed under Sarvarov’s Kia Sorento in the city’s south and detonated. A criminal case has been opened on cha…
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Balanced budgets and broken promises. Meduza fact-checks Putin’s most problematic claims in his latest call-in marathon
On Friday, President Vladimir Putin held his annual Direct Line call-in show, where he fielded questions from carefully selected journalists and Russian citizens for nearly four and a half hours. This televised event gave Putin yet another opportunity to expound upon everything from the war in Ukraine and relations with the West to the state of the…
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Gains in Kupyansk, crisis on other fronts . Meduza analyzes the pressure on Ukraine’s defenses as Russia’s offensive continues
Like our earlier reports on the combat situation in Ukraine, this article reviews recent battlefield developments based on open-source information. Meduza has condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine from the outset, and our military analyses reflect our commitment to objective reporting on a war we firmly oppose. Our map is based exclusively on open…
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SPIES, LIES & TREASON: How the CIA & FBI Conspired Against Svetlana Lokhova | Ep 52 | Going Rogue with Lara Logan
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How the CIA & FBI Conspired Against Svetlana Lokhova to Bring Down Gen. Mike Flynn & Pres. Trump Paid Partnerships: Monetary Gold Wall Street now forecasts gold at $7,000 under Trump. Make the move to precious metals while there’s still time. Visit https://LaraLovesGold.com or call Monetary Gold at (800)-888-0807 and ask about the Lara Logan Specia…
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