Extraordinary: A First-Hand Story of Survival
22 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Welcome to Extraordinary.
A true crime story from the survivor’s perspective. In 2018 I survived a violent home invasion, and I share how I unraveled the mystery of my attacker, as well as my struggle with the shock, addiction and PTSD that followed. This story is told from my perspective, alongside interviews with some of my closest friends and family.
My hope is that this story, and the stories of the extraordinary people who helped me along the way, will inspire a better understanding of the effects of extreme violence, PTSD and recovery on survivors and the people supporting them. Thank you so much for listening, and you can follow along on our Instagram account, @extraordinary.podcast to see the photos, video and helpful resources that correspond to the content of every episode.
And please, if you are a survivor or someone suffering from the effects of sexual assault, violence, or PTSD, take care while listening.
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Episodes
Finale: Conclusion
March 16, 2022 16:26 - 1 hour - 147 MBThe last episode ! You hear from me, my mom, Meg and Andrew on how this has impacted us, final thoughts on the outcome, and what we’ll walk away with.
Episode 10: The Trial & The Letter
March 08, 2022 22:48 - 1 hour - 157 MBIn this episode, I walk you through when we finally reach the criminal trial, my testimony, the verdict reading, and we learn what was in that letter.
Episode 10: The Trial Pt. 3
March 08, 2022 22:48 - 1 hour - 157 MBIn this episode, I walk you through when we finally reach the criminal trial, my testimony, the verdict reading, and we learn what was in that letter.
Episode 09: The Trial Pt. 2
March 01, 2022 16:53 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBIn this episode, I take you through what it was like to testify against my attacker for the first time, and the surprising way he greeted us in court.
Episode 09: Surprises in Court
March 01, 2022 16:53 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBIn this episode, I take you through what it was like to testify against my attacker for the first time, and the surprising way he greeted us in court.
Episode 08: A Legal Education
February 15, 2022 18:49 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBIn this episode, I take a slight detour into the past, then you follow along with me, my friend Meg, and my mom as we navigate the legal process leading up to the trial.
Episode 08: The Trial Pt. 1
February 15, 2022 18:49 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBIn this episode, I take a slight detour into the past, then you follow along with me, my friend Meg, and my mom as we navigate the legal process leading up to the trial.
Episode 07: Mind Invasion Pt. 2
February 08, 2022 19:05 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this episode, I define some of the things that happen to the mind of someone experiencing PTSD, share what helped me get myself back over time, and share pivotal updates in the case.
Episode 07: PTSD & The Road to Recovery
February 08, 2022 19:05 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this episode, I define some of the things that happen to the mind of someone experiencing PTSD, share what helped me get myself back over time, and share pivotal updates in the case.
Episode 07: Mind Invasion Pt 2
February 08, 2022 19:05 - 1 hour - 122 MBIn this episode, I define some of the things that happen to the mind of someone experiencing PTSD, share what helped me get myself back over time, and share pivotal updates in the case.
Episode 06: Checking In
February 02, 2022 19:49 - 20.2 MBThis is a short episode! I wanted to check in with how I’m feeling about doing the podcast, what I’ve heard from you guys, and how I’m working through self doubt.
BONUS: Checking In
February 02, 2022 19:49 - 20.2 MBThis is a short episode! I wanted to check in with how I’m feeling about doing the podcast, what I’ve heard from you guys, and how I’m working through self doubt.
Episode 05: Mind Invasion Pt.1
January 25, 2022 19:24 - 1 hour - 132 MBIn this episode, I share my descent into the most gripping point in my PTSD, and at the end, a pivotal twist in the case. TRIGGER WARNING: Depictions of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, eating disorders, and suicidal thoughts. Please take care.
Episode 05: Mind Invasion - Pt.1
January 25, 2022 19:24 - 1 hour - 132 MBIn this episode, I share my descent into the most gripping point in my PTSD, and at the end, a pivotal twist in the case. TRIGGER WARNING: Depictions of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, eating disorders, and suicidal thoughts. Please take care.
Episode 05: Mind Invasion
January 25, 2022 19:24 - 1 hour - 132 MBIn this episode, I share my descent into the most gripping point in my PTSD, and at the end, a pivotal twist in the case. TRIGGER WARNING: Depictions of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, eating disorders, and suicidal thoughts. Please take care.
Episode 04: A New Normal
January 19, 2022 17:48 - 1 hour - 103 MBThis episode is the first departure, I think, from a story about an attack to a story about recovery. In this episode, I wanted to share what the aftershock of leaving the hospital and trying to piece together a new life felt like, along with my family and the friendships that were willing to stick it through. Note: Explicit language and depictions of pain and recovery.
Episode 03: The Hospital
January 11, 2022 16:38 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBIn Episode 03, you’ll follow along with me as a ride in the ambulance to the hospital, my experience early that morning in the ER, and continue with my mom’s point of view as she flies to Los Angeles. I’ll also introduce you to a friend that was in the hospital, and hear what it was like from his point of view.
EPISODE 03: THE HOSPITAL
January 11, 2022 16:38 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBIn Episode 03, you’ll follow along with me as a ride in the ambulance to the hospital, my experience early that morning in the ER, and continue with my mom’s point of view as she flies to Los Angeles. I’ll also introduce you to a friend that was in the hospital, and hear what it was like from his point of view.
Episode 02: Manhunt
January 04, 2022 16:56 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBIn this episode, you’ll follow along exactly where we left off in the last episode on that night in February, but you’ll follow along through the perspective of the police and the manhunt that ensued early that morning for the man who did this to me.
EPISODE 02: MANHUNT
January 04, 2022 16:56 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBIn this episode, you’ll follow along exactly where we left off in the last episode on that night in February, but you’ll follow along through the perspective of the police and the manhunt that ensued early that morning for the man who did this to me.
EPISODE 01: THAT NIGHT
December 27, 2021 16:13 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MBIn this episode, I'll take you through the night of the home invasion that resulted in my attack in 2018 from my point of view. TRIGGER WARNING: Contains graphic depictions of violence, sexual assault, burglary and coercion. Please take care while listening.