George's story begins with a childhood shaped by three different abusive men. From physical beatings by his foster father for minor childish behaviors to learning at age nine that the man he'd called "dad" wasn't his biologic...
Money and fame shouldn't protect abusers, but they often do. This latest episode delves deep into one of Hollywood's most notorious domestic violence cases – the disturbing relationship between Mel Gibson and Oksana Grigoriev...
Two years in, and I'm finally ready to share some of my personal healing journey following domestic violence. What began as determination to leave my abuser slowly morphed into doubt and questioning - was it really abuse? Cou...
The devastating intersection between suicide and domestic violence remains largely hidden, yet the statistics tell a shocking story. In this deeply important conversation, LCSW Jessica reveals that one in three women who atte...
What happens after you leave an abuse relationship? The movies would have you believe it's all sunshine and roses once you escape, but the reality is far more complicated. Author Emma Jean Rowin returns to share the final cha...
When Emma Jean's young daughter offered to "act really cute" to prevent her father's rage, something profound shifted. In this raw, emotional conversation, Emma Jean reads a pivotal passage from her book, "When Things Collaps...
Emma Jean Rowin survived an abusive marriage that culminated in her ex-husband becoming an active shooter. Her powerful memoir "When Things Collapse" chronicles this journey, but more importantly, reveals the subtle pathway t...
Discover the art of thriving amidst the challenges of high-conflict co-parenting in this engaging episode featuring insights from Marisol, a co-parenting coach with firsthand experience. Uncover practical strategies for maint...
Navigating the stormy seas of high-conflict co-parenting is no easy feat, and today I have Marisol sharing her compelling journey. Imagine juggling not one, but two custody and child support cases, all while facing the emotio...
What if cultural traditions are quietly trapping victims in cycles of abuse? Join us as Dr. Anisha returns to "1 in 3" with a profound exploration of Indian marriage dynamics and their influence on domestic violence. Drawing ...
After a personal encounter with the shocking realities of domestic violence, this week's episode of 1 in 3 offers a compassionate and expert-led exploration of the healing process. I welcome Dr. Anisha, an integrative medicin...
Meet Sheena Yap Chan, a remarkable author and podcaster whose mission is to uplift and empower Asian women through self-confidence and leadership. Sheena's journey from experiencing cultural identity struggles after moving fr...
How do we ensure that the most vulnerable among us are truly protected? Deanna Cook's tragic story is a stark reminder of the systemic failures that allow domestic violence to persist unchecked. This episode of "1 in 3" takes...
Uncover the subtle signs of emotional and mental abuse with Antoinette Foxworthy, the brilliant author of "No More," as she returns to share her deep insights on this critical subject. Through her compelling research and pers...
Antoinette Foxworthy returns to 1 in 3 to share poignant excerpts from her book "No More," a powerful narrative that tackles the challenges of domestic violence. The intricate story of Dr. Anita Stone, set against the backdro...
Antoinette Foxworthy joins me to share her courageous journey from surviving domestic violence to authoring the gripping novel "No More." What started as a simple writing class assignment evolved into a powerful narrative, de...
The holiday season is often a time of joy and togetherness, but for many, it also brings heightened stress and danger, especially for those affected by domestic violence. Join me, Ingrid, as I share crucial insights into why ...
What happens when you realize the person you love is not who they claimed to be? Join us as Amanda courageously shares her journey through the maze of narcissistic abuse, exposing the chilling reality of gaslighting and manip...
What happens when the scars left by abuse are invisible? Join me to hear the complexities of emotional and psychological abuse with Amanda, a special education teacher who bravely shares her personal story of enduring narciss...
Can a moment of vulnerability transform a life? Join me as I recount my journey from a domestic violence victim to an empowered warrior, sharing my story before an audience of victims, survivors and advocates. This episode ca...
Can a legal system designed to protect actually put lives at risk? Join me as I unravel the tragic story of Caitlynne, a young woman whose life was cut short by her husband, Alex Daniel Guajardo, despite his known history of ...
What really happened between Jane and Dave Laut? In this gripping episode of "1 in 3," I untangle the web of accusations, secrets, and motives surrounding Jane Laut's explosive case. Was it a desperate act of self-defense aft...
A Garcia's journey from the brink of death to a beacon of hope is nothing short of extraordinary. After surviving a double attempted homicide, she faced the daunting task of rebuilding her life and ensuring her children's saf...
What compels someone to transform personal trauma into a powerful tool for change? A. Garcia, a resilient survivor of domestic violence, joins me to share her inspiring journey from survival to advocacy. Growing up in a home ...