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Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

Katie Koestner
Sexual Assault
Mental Health
Sexual Violence
Trauma
Advocacy
Sexual Abuse
Trauma Recovery
Healing
Peru
Self-Care
Survivor Advocacy
Sexual Misconduct
MIT
Miscarriage
Music Therapy
University Of Michigan
Victim Advocacy
Domestic Violence
Human Trafficking
Consent Education

The Dear Katie Podcast features survivors of sexual assault, rape, and abuse; supporters; authors; celebrities; and agents of change about their survivorship and support. Learn how their journeys can help all survivors and their supporters. Delve into backlash, legal systems, campus reactions, family and friends, mental health, PTSD, substance use, body image, and the journey from hurt to healing ... more

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Our guest today is Danika, a Canadian author, traveler, and dance instructor who traded a conventional career path in sciences for a life of exploration and creativity. Moving abroad to teach internationally led her to unexpected opportunities—like t... more

Clare Awada is a survivor of childhood grooming and sexual abuse. Now a wife, mother of 3 boys, and forensic/SANE RN, Clare is working on spreading awareness of childhood sexual abuse and the red flags of grooming by sharing her story.

Host: Katie K... more

Growing up disconnected from her culture, Cher Obediah details her path to reconnect with the missing part of her indigenous background. She reflects on how colonialism and generational trauma affected her in an abusive relationship. Now, she helps o... more

Tammy Valicenti, LICSW, is an international psychotherapist and speaker. With expertise in trauma recovery, she has achieved remarkable success in co-transforming various forms of trauma and has developed Transformation Soulution™, a cutting-edge syn... more

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Recent Guests

Clare Awada
Survivor of childhood grooming and sexual abuse, currently working as a forensic SANE RN
Episode: S8E15 Hood of His Red Camaro
Cher Obediah
Mohawk and Ojibwe from Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, advocate for indigenous rights and survivor of intimate partner violence.
Episode: S8E14 Floating Ambivert Post Narcissist Abuser
Rowena Chiu
Former assistant to Harvey Weinstein and survivor advocate
Global Me Too activist
Episode: S8E11 How Rowena Chiu Breaks Weinstein
Kira Wahlstrom
Survivor and speaker sharing her journey from trauma to healing
Episode: S8E11 Boston Parking Garage Stranger Rape Win
Sydney Searchwell-Simpson
A writer, artist, yogi, and permaculture practitioner, exploring spirituality and social action.
Episode: S8E10 Breaking Free from Domination Consciousness
Dr. Kelly Barron
A dedicated advocate for women's health and menopause specialist.
Founder of Tempesta and host of The KellFire Show
Episode: S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior
Bamby Salcedo
A prominent transgender Latina activist and president/CEO of the Trans Latina Coalition
Trans Latina Coalition
Episode: S8E8 Meet TransLatina Activist and Survivor Bamby
Sophie Maddocks
An expert on digital abuse with 12 years of experience working across schools, universities and nonprofits.
Episode: S8E7 Revenge Porn vs Image Based Abuse
Faith Fluker
Senior at Auburn University and past president of Generation Action Planned Parenthood.
Auburn University
Episode: S8E6 Take Back The Night Roundtable: Auburn, Bowling Green, and Embark CN

Host

Katie Koestner
Host of the podcast, Katie Koestner is an advocate for sexual assault survivors, known for her empathy and ability to engage deeply with others' stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Informative and Healing

    This podcast really helps brings survivors together through providing useful information. We all need to work on our trauma, this podcast helps me feel less alone when I’m trying to work on something hard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimmyJames64
    United Statesa month ago
  • Newest episode glitch

    I love your podcast so much! Just noticed that the latest episode you released is playing and old one with your guest Emily.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newhdue
    Canada9 months ago
  • Empowering!

    This podcast is truly amazing, shedding light on such a dark topic. Listening to these episodes has not only taught me from others' experiences but has also validated my own emotions and experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Icambece
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always so great and thoughtful

    Katie has such great empathy, and it comes across in every episode. Terrific conversationalist and skilled interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TD1997!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing!

    The Dear Katie podcast is truly so inspiring and brings hope to everyone’s stories. Katie reminds everyone to practice self care and give themselves grace even in the hardest of times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a r dannie
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its empowering narratives and empathetic host, noting that it sheds light on difficult topics surrounding sexual violence.
The show is recognized for its diverse range of guests and its commitment to addressing survivor stories with care and sensitivity.
Reviews highlight the importance of the conversations facilitated by the host, stating it effectively validates personal experiences.

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S8E14 Floating Ambivert Post Narcissist Abuser
Q: Did you go back and visit like theater or any of the things you did when you were younger?
I have had little things pop up in terms of theater, including creating short films.
S8E14 Floating Ambivert Post Narcissist Abuser
Q: What do you do to like?
Transfer your pain into purpose and cope amid difficult moments.
S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior
Q: How do you want women to feel about menopause?
I want them to embrace this phase of life, recognizing their strengths and investing in their well-being.
S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior
Q: What is your goal to help women during childbirth?
To instill confidence that they are not broken and that they succeeded in bringing a child into the world.
S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior
Q: Where did your journey begin as a child?
I grew up in Long Island, New York, and had plans of becoming a history teacher before pivoting to chiropractic.

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A platform dedicated to showcasing the journeys of survivors of sexual assault, rape, and abuse, featuring discussions with a diverse group of individuals including supporters, authors, celebrities, and advocates. Episodes focus on understanding the complexities of survivorship, touching on important themes such as mental health, legal hurdles, and the personal growth from trauma to recovery. The intention is to foster a community where shared experiences validate and empower both survivors and their supporters, emphasizing the significance of vocalizing one's story to combat silence around these critical issues, making it a potentially invaluable resource for anyone affected by similar experiences.

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Recent guests on Dear Katie: Survivor Stories include:

1. Clare Awada
2. Cher Obediah
3. Rowena Chiu
4. Kira Wahlstrom
5. Sydney Searchwell-Simpson
6. Dr. Kelly Barron
7. Bamby Salcedo
8. Sophie Maddocks

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