Best Speak The Unspeakable Podcasts (2025)

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Seventh Day Adventism: How My Adopted Mother Took Doctrine to a Dangerous Place 1:03:29

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Charlotte Hayes was adopted as a baby to Seventh-Day Adventist parents who used the doctrine to h*rm her in unimaginable ways. She was forced to eat raw vegan, not given adequate nutrients and kept dang*rously thin, while the rest of the family ate normally. On top of that, CSA started happening at age 7 and she was told it was to prepare her for b…

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Dare to be Ambitious: Redefine, Hold Joy, and Build Self-Trust 39:08

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Ambition, radical self-trust, and intentional joy. This conversation between Rohene Bouajram and Bianca B. King explores what it means for women of colour to redefine ambition on our own terms. Leaving home at 13, later walking away from a successful corporate real estate career, and rebuilding from her “$38 moment” are all experiences that Bianca …

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The Breath You Require For Navigating The Holidays With Addie Green 50:20

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Dealing with grief during the joyful ambiance of the holidays is one of the hardest and overwhelming feelings to handle. Helping you get through this season is Addie Green, a sensual movement teacher, who presents the benefits of grief-informed breathwork. She breaks down practical and conscious ways to tap into yourself and focus on your own breat…

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Leading with Love: The Power of Self-Compassion and Authenticity 37:37

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Send us a text Join Kim Staples and Ianthe Mauro on this week's episode of 'Unapologetic Uplift,' where they delve into the importance of avoiding gossip, processing emotions healthily, and the power of authentic leadership. They share personal experiences about dealing with judgment, homeschooling challenges, and the profound impact of non-verbal …

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Seventh-Day Adventism: Harrowing Escape… and Inevitable Return 1:05:59

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Charlotte was adopted as a baby to Seventh Day Adventist parents who used the doctrine to harm her in unimaginable ways. More details on her childhood can be found in part one linked below. Finally, at 18 years old, she enlisted a couple friends through Snapchat to help her escape just days before her former father, who made threats on her life for…

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Relearning support: how the body remembers safety | Betsy Polatin | #036 Mastering Change 37:51

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What does it feel like to live without support – not emotionally, but physically, in your body? This week on Mastering Change, Betsy Polatin, somatic educator and breathwork specialist, explores how trauma takes away our sense of being supported – and how to reconnect with the forces that hold us. “Trauma takes away our universal support. When we f…

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My Adopted Parents Exploited Seventh-Day Adventism to Do the Unspeakable 1:09:15

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CW: CSA, rape. Charlotte Hayes was adopted as a baby to Seventh-Day Adventist parents who used the doctrine to harm her in unimaginable ways. She was forced to eat raw vegan, not given adequate nutrients and kept dangerously thin, while the rest of the family ate normally. On top of that, CSA started happening at age 7 and she was told it was to pr…

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Why My Jehovah’s Witness Parents Kept My Abuse Silent 56:50

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CW: CSA. Jacinta LeGore was born and raised in the Jehovah’s Witnesses. After being forced to confess that she had been CSA’d, then subsequently punished for it, it lead her down a shame spiral. Feeling worthless, she decided to get married at 16 to hopefully heal the part of her that the Elders and her parents thought was “impure”. The marriage en…

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Ancient Intelligence for Women Leaders in the AI Era 35:48

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Ancient wisdom, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, meditation, breathwork, and shamanic healing can help women lead with clarity and confidence in the age of AI. Guest Leslie Ann Keeler shares how her journey through loss, cultural identity, and motherhood has shaped her leadership philosophy, integrating spirituality, neuroscience, and presence.…

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A Widower’s Journey To Finding Purpose After Unspeakable Loss With James D. Price 40:34

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What does a man do when he feels like he wants to quit after his wife and his newborn child die? How do you begin the monumental task of finding purpose when the world doesn't give you the opportunity to cry and grieve? This is the journey of James D. Price, a widower who transformed his deepest pain into a calling to help others. He shares his raw…

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Ex-Jehovah’s Witness Meets with Elder Father After 2 Years of Shunning 1:06:54

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Alissa Watson comes back to update us with some news of her father. She was a devout Jehovah’s Witness through adulthood, marriage and two children, despite a birthing scare that could’ve taken a dark turn if she ended up needing a blood transfusion. Her husband knew his wife was not allowed to receive blood due to the strict doctrine around it, bu…

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Split-second unlearning: rethinking fear and stress | Matt Hudson | #035 Mastering Change 49:51

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Imagine if fear wasn’t something we needed to manage – but something we could unlearn? This week on Mastering Change, we speak with Matt Hudson, creator of Split-Second Unlearning, about fear, hypnotic states, and how to interrupt patterns held in the body and mind. He explains why he aims to spark curiosity rather than reinforce fear, and how stat…

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The Forgotten Generation of SCIENTOLOGY CHlLDREN (Warehoused Like Animals) 1:32:03

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TIMESTAMPS UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS EPISODE CW: CA, mentions of suicide- Jamie Mustard was born into one of the most influential fringe movements in the 1970s: Scientology. Raised on a mythos of spaceships and made to believe that it was his life’s purpose to help save the world, he was determined to survive—not only unsurvivable neglect but also the i…

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How Scientology Destroyed My Marriage (ft. Jenna Miscavige) 1:02:42

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After an amazing discussion with Jenna Miscavige, we knew we had to come back and further discuss what led her out of her Scientology marriage. Even further, we will explore the tactics that set former Scientologists up for failure when it comes to relationships after the cult. A real and raw conversation about the hardships faced when raised in a …

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How Neurodivergent Women Lead Through Radical Acceptance 42:23

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In this episode, masking, ADHD, neurodivergent identity, and radical acceptance take center stage as Ammara Wood shares her story of unlearning and rediscovery. She opens up about the years spent hiding her true self to survive in systems that were never built for her, and the liberation that came from choosing authenticity over approval. Through h…

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Widowhood Coffee And Chat: Reflections From Another Year Of Life After Loss With Joi Brooks 39:49

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Every year, Tina Fornwald welcomes back Joi Brooks for an honest and heartfelt check-in on life after loss. In this year’s conversation, Joi shares candid reflections on moving forward after years of caregiving, navigating the complexities of travel and social life without her late husband, and redefining what happiness looks like at this stage of …

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Sugar, stress and the mind-body connection | Sophie Hascher | #034 Mastering Change 45:04

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When we talk about mental health, we often forget one major ingredient – sugar. In this episode of Mastering Change, neuroscientist Sophie Hascher joins us to explore how sugar addiction affects emotional wellbeing – and what happens when we start reconnecting to the body. Sophie shares research showing that people higher on the sugar addiction sca…

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My Uncle is the Leader of Scientology (Jenna Miscavige EXPOSES ALL) 1:30:41

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TIMESTAMPS UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS EPISODE Jenna Miscavige was born into and grew up in Scientology. Her uncle, David Miscavige, is the leader of Scientology. Jenna details her nearly parentless life as a number in the militaristic conditions where they kept the children. Her mother was a high ranking member, so when she saw how she lived in what felt…

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Is Seventh-Day Adventism a Cult? Pastor’s Daughter Speaks Out 1:05:40

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Following our incredible interview with Melissa Duge Spiers, today we go LIVE to confront the question... Is Seventh-Day Adventism a Cult? Melissa grew up in the shadow of control, silence, and secrets inside the insular fundamentalist sect, Seventh-Day Adventist Church. From being beaten for resisting a childhood home perm to seducing a forbidden …

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There’s a Predator in My Family: Confronting the Seventh-Day Adventist Church Who Silenced 1:13:47

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TIMESTAMPS UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS EPISODE CW: mentions of eating disorders, female GM, CSA, SA. Melissa Duge Spiers grew up in the shadow of control, silence, and secrets inside the insular fundamentalist sect, Seventh-Day Adventist Church. From being beaten for resisting a childhood home perm to seducing a forbidden public school athlete in her pare…

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Trapped By My Criminal Father: My Life on the Run 1:21:46

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TIMESTAMPS UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS EPISODE CW: CA, DV, Mentions of CSA Material & Suicidal Attempts/Ideation. Zett Espinoza was born into a professional criminal family in Los Angeles. Her mother struggled with mental illness and that often left the children neglected and afraid. Initiated into gang life around 12 years old, Zett’s father was conditio…

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Comparison: The Thief of Courage + Visualization as a Tool to Overcome 35:26

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Fear, comparison, and visualization take center stage in this conversation between host Rohene Bouajram and guest Urmi Hossain. Together, they explore how women of colour can break free from the silent race of measuring themselves against others and learn to cross the line into authentic leadership. Urmi shares how she transformed fear into an ally…

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Rivers In The Desert: Healing Hearts And Broken Places With Katherine E. ST. 1:06:51

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Grief touches every life, but in the midst of loss there are often unexpected glimmers of hope–rivers in the desert. In this heartfelt conversation, author Katherine E. ST. joins Tina Fornwald to share the journey behind her book Rivers in the Desert: Glimmers of Hope in Impossible Times. Together, they explore the many faces of grief — from the lo…

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Why Prominent NEO NAZl Teen Denounced His White Power Movement 1:34:25

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CW: Suicidal ideation, self harm. Born in the 1970s in Wisconsin, Arno grew up in a turbulent environment with alcohol, fighting, and family dysfunction around him. As a teenager, he was angry, rebellious, and looking for belonging. That led him toward white power skinhead culture in the late 1980s. He became a founding member of a major U.S. skinh…

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Intensive relationship therapy: moving through discomfort, not around it | Priscilla Short | #033 Mastering Change 41:04

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The traditional model of therapy tends to be one hour, once a week. But how effective is this? This week on Mastering Change, we speak with psychotherapist Priscilla Short, who’s challenging the way we think about relationship and trauma therapy. She introduces us to the world of intensive therapy – where months of work are condensed into a few foc…

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ULTRA ORTHODOX: Unprepared For the Outside World (after Narcissistic Parents) 58:32

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CW: SA, ED, Suicidal Ideation. Growing up Ultra Orthodox in an extremely abusive home, left Tzivya Murrin completely unprepared for the outside world. She tried to get help multiple times to get away from her parents, but the system failed her. Once she finally got someone on the outside to listen, hands were held out to pull her out of her dangero…

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ULTRA ORTHODOX: Community Enables Her Parents Doing the Unspeakable 1:15:13

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CW: CSA, CA, ED, Suicidal Ideation. In a system that keeps victims silent in their pain, perpetrators go unchecked and are further emboldened to inflict harm. Tzivya Murrin was trapped in this system. No matter what she did, her parents found reason for extreme punishment. She asked for help multiple times from her community and instead was handed …

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BREAKING: Tragedy Hits Mormon Church Twice Over Weekend 39:53

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Targeted violence hit a Mormon church in Michigan which claimed at least 5 lives. The same day, it was discovered that the LDS prophet had passed away at 101 years old. A weekend full of grief. We will discuss the events, hold space for those lost and talk about what might be next with the new prophet Dallin H Oaks. Joining us to speak on the histo…

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TWELVE TRIBES: Mother & Son Confront His Childhood in the Yellow Deli Cult 1:10:06

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Tamara was a new mom seeking connection and community in a scary world where simplicity was romanticized. She was introduced to the Twelve Tribes by a family member and after some love bombing on some overnight trips, she was hooked. She convinced her husband to sell all they owned including their home and even clothes to leave society and move the…

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The Dark Reality of Growing Up In the TWELVE TRIBES (Yellow Deli) Cult 1:19:05

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Just before Emmet Mathieu was 2 years old, his mother Tamara longed for community and simple living, so she convinced her husband to permanently move into the Twelve Tribes commune. Immediate regret set in, but it was too late. Forced to conform to extreme chiId discipline, Emmet was punished every day just for doing developmentally normal things. …

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The Cost of Being The Nice Girl 39:08

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What happens when being “nice” stops being a survival tool and starts holding you back? In this conversation, Rohene Bouajram sits down with Amira Barger, award-winning executive and author of The Price of Nice, to unpack the hidden costs of being “the nice girl” in leadership and life. We cover: Why “nice” often means silence, shrinking, or compli…

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Hope Grows Here: Building A Grief Support Community Beyond The Mic 10:48

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Grief support isn’t just a conversation—it’s a lifeline. In this heartfelt episode, Tina Fornwald steps out from behind the mic to reveal how Widowhood Real Talk with Tina has grown into a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering concrete ways to help widows, widowers, and families heal. She shares exciting details about the upcoming “Hope Grows Her…

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Rejoining Society After 14 Years in TWELVE TRIBES (Yellow Deli) Cult 1:06:45

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After joining what Tamara Mathieu thought would be a wholesome, down to earth, communal family group in August of 2000, things quickly went downhill— she immediately regretted her decision. At 23 years old, Tamara, her husband and their 17-month-old son gave up EVERYTHING to join the Twelve Tribes worldwide religious organization. In return they re…

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The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing: No Trust Fund Needed 54:49

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Send us a text Join hosts Kim Staples and Ianthe Mauro in this empowering episode of Unapologetic Uplift. They debunk the myth that healing is only accessible to the privileged and emphasize the importance of resourcefulness and prioritizing self-care. Topics include quitting numbing behaviors, practicing gratitude, the importance of sunlight and h…

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Breaking the silence: Healing from racial trauma | Ashley McGirt | #032 Mastering Change 36:41

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What happens when silence becomes a survival strategy – and healing means finding your voice again? This week on Mastering Change, we speak with therapist, author and founder of the Washington Therapy Fund Foundation Ashley McGirt about the impact of racial and intergenerational trauma. Ashley shares how trauma rooted in racism and injustice can ec…

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Send us a text Welcome to another empowering episode of Unapologetic Uplift! 🌟 In this episode, hosts Kim Staples and Ianthe Mauro dive deep into the never-ending journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery. They explore why curiosity is the key to lifelong learning, how to find the right mentors, and the importance of surrounding yourself with …