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Weekly conversations with authors of trauma survival and true crimes not in the headlines - There are thousands of people who have survived traumatic experiences and have written about them. It’s time to put a spotlight on all those incredible people. Stay tuned for some of the most amazing people you’ve never heard of, and maybe a few you have! *The thoughts and opinions of guests are not the thoughts and opinions of the host. Support the podcast a variety of ways! https://pensight.com/x/detailedpieces

"My name is Amanda Blackwood and I'm a survivor of human trafficking." Even now the words sound like fiction, especially as the horrors fade from recent memory. It's been 20 years since I escaped that fate. At the age of 19, my life took a drastic turn down a very dark path. I married a much older man in an attempt to escape my already dramatic life and was looking for a way out of trouble when the word "trouble" was completely redefined for me. Taken in you a young couple who then sold me like property to the highest bidder, my life changed completely.

Ever wonder what happened to the stars of the 1940's? Let's put them back in the spotlight.

There are thousands of serial killers out there. Why is it we only know about a handful? Shockingly, it's because most serial killers never make headlines. I wanted (and needed) to know more. Tune in every two weeks for a brand new video podcast with whatever pictures I'm able to find on every known and suspected serial killing in world history. View discretion is advised. (Now available on YouTube!) Grab a well written book about this (or one of the other serial killers talked about on this show) here! https://amzn.to/3JKvs1K (I'm an Amazon influencer and may earn on purchases.)

Trauma changes your brain. YOU change your life. Learn tips on how to get through the hard stuff each month.

Let’s explore all the different kinds of phobias known to science.