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Louder Than Silence

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Join us on the Louder than Silence podcast to hear stories from survivors of child abuse and neglect as well as experts in the fields of policy, public health, and pediatrics. Together, we're ending child abuse and neglect by uniting voices and being Louder than Silence. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by EndCAN - The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect.

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Episode 4: Speaking Out Against Child Abuse and Neglect, Lori Poland's Story - Part 4

April 02, 2021 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.68 MB

Even though the abuse may end, the impact does not. In this episode, Lori explains why it is so important to speak out against child abuse and neglect. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].     Stay Connected  If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscrib...

Episode 3: Surviving Child Abuse and Aging into Adulthood, Lori Poland's Story - Part 3

March 26, 2021 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

The impact of child abuse and neglect continues to affect the lives of adult survivors as they age, long after the experience or experiences take place in childhood. In this episode, Lori explains the struggles she faced with different milestones in her adulthood as a result of surviving child abuse and neglect, as well as her journey through breaking the cycle of abuse. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).   ...

Episode 2: The Aftermath of Child Abuse and Neglect, Lori Poland's Story - Part 2

March 19, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MB

In this episode, Lori reflects on how her experience surviving kidnapping and child abuse led her to found EndCAN and embark on a mission to end child abuse and neglect. Lori discusses the impact experiencing child abuse and neglect can have on a person later in life.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send...

Episode 1: One Single Story Among Millions, Lori Poland's Story - Part 1

March 12, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Welcome to the Louder than Silence Podcast. In this first episode, Lori Poland begins to tell her story of surviving a high-profile kidnapping case at the age of three years old. Lori is the co-founder and Executive Director of EndCAN. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to louderthansilence@en...

Episode 33: Processing the Layers of Shame Out Loud

March 05, 2021 19:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

In this episode, Lori processes her feelings about sharing her story publicly and the struggles that go with it. Lori discusses the cultural pitfalls that make speaking out about child abuse and neglect difficult with EndCAN's Communications Manager Lyndsay Lack. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).    Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an ema...

Episode 32: Dismantling the Shame & Silence

February 26, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode, Lori is joined by survivor and activist Jen Elizabeth. Jen discusses the silence, shame, trauma, and addiction that can plague the survivor experience after child abuse. Jen speaks of being born into the trauma and pain of others and the residual impact child abuse has on its victims.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).    Links  Jen Elizabeth's website Be our Guest  Would you like to sh...

Episode 31: Eradicating Child Abuse and Neglect

February 19, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

In this episode, Starts with Youth's Dayna Goren interviews EndCAN's co-founder and Board Chair, Dr. Richard Krugman (Dick). Dick has worked in the field of child abuse for decades and relays key insights into why he believes ending child abuse and neglect is an accomplishable mission. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).    Links  Visit Starts with Youth Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or...

Episode 30: Living Through Compassion

February 12, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

In this episode, Starts with Youth's Dayna Goren interviews EndCAN's co-founder and Executive Director Lori Poland. Lori explains how her personal experiences with child abuse led to her career in the field, as well as her hopes for other survivors. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).    Links  Visit Starts with Youth Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our...

Episode 28: Surviving Abuse Unbroken

January 29, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

In this episode, Lori has a conversation with Michael Anthony, childhood trauma mentor, coach, and author. Michael's turbulent childhood was marked by  his drug addict and alcoholic mother who cut off his finger, a father that he never met, a hyper-abusive stepfather, and his experience being molested by a member of the Mormon Church. Michael discusses how he encourages other survivors of child abuse to heal from their past trauma.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The N...

Episode 27: Child Abuse Requires Multidisciplinary Solutions

January 22, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

Lori is joined by Don Bross, PhD, JD, Associate Director for Pediatric Law, Policy and Ethics at The Kempe Center, Children's Hospital Colorado. Don discusses his career utilizing his expertise in law, medical sociology, and pediatrics to expand solutions for those impacted by child abuse and neglect.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Links  "Sexual Abuse, Another Hidden Pediatric Problem" (1977) Rea...

Episode 26: The Impact on our Nation's Health & Economy

January 15, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Lori is joined by Chris Newlin, the Executive Director of the National Children's Advocacy Center, which was founded to improve the multidisciplinary response to child abuse. Chris explains the importance of everyone understanding child abuse and neglect as a massive public health issue, and the impact it has on our nation's health and economy. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Links  National Children's ...

Episode 25: The Power of Telling Our Stories

January 08, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

In this episode, Lori talks with longtime EndCAN partner and supporter, Jacque Montgomery, about the roll storytelling plays in the mission to end child abuse and neglect.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Links  Read Survivor Stories   Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].     Stay Connected...

Episode 24: The Biology of Child Abuse

January 01, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.95 MB

Dr. Richard Krugman, EndCAN’s co-founder and Board Chair, discusses the issue of child abuse and neglect from a biological and health perspective. Is there a way that better understanding biology can help us prevent child abuse and neglect? Dr. Krugman applies his scientific lens to the issue and explains why the solution to ending child abuse and neglect will need to extend beyond the social and legal realms.    The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation t...

Episode 24: The Biology of Child Abuse

January 01, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.95 MB

Dr. Richard Krugman, EndCAN’s co-founder and Board Chair, discusses the issue of child abuse and neglect from a biological and health perspective. Is there a way that better understanding biology can help us prevent child abuse and neglect? Dr. Krugman applies his scientific lens to the issue and explains why the solution to ending child abuse and neglect will need to extend beyond the social and legal realms.    The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation t...

Episode 23: Get to Know EndCAN! Part 3

December 25, 2020 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Get to know us! In this episode, Lori chats with EndCAN's Communications Manager, Lyndsay Lack. Lyndsay talks about what drew her to EndCAN and the importance of ending child abuse and neglect for future generations. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].     Stay C...

Episode 22: Envisioning the End of Child Abuse and Neglect

December 18, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

EndCAN's co-founder and Board Chair, Dr. Richard Krugman, explains the history of Henry C. Kempe and his impact on the field of child abuse and neglect. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Links  A Good Knight For Children: C Henry Kempe’s Quest to Protect the Abused Child by Annie Kempe  The Battered Child Syndrome research paper  The Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and ...

Episode 22: Envisioning the End of Child Abuse and Neglect

December 18, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

EndCAN's co-founder and Board Chair, Dr. Richard Krugman, explains the history of Henry C. Kempe and his impact on the field of child abuse and neglect. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Links  A Good Knight For Children: C Henry Kempe’s Quest to Protect the Abused Child by Annie Kempe  The Battered Child Syndrome research paper  The Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and ...

Episode 21: Get to Know EndCAN! Part 2

December 11, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Get to know us! In this episode, meet Adam Soisson, EndCAN’s External Relationship Manager. Adam and Lori discuss Adam’s drive for EndCAN’s mission and what drew him to his role.   The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].     Stay Connected  If you enjoy this podcast,...

Episode 21: Get to Know EndCAN!

December 11, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Get to know us! In this episode, meet Adam Soisson, EndCAN’s External Relationship Manager. Adam and Lori discuss Adam’s drive for EndCAN’s mission and what drew him to his role.   The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].     Stay Connected  If you enjoy this podcast,...

Episode 20: A Future Without Child Abuse

December 04, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.07 MB

Dr. Richard Krugman, cofounder and Board Chair of EndCAN, explains why he chose to focus his career on child abuse and neglect. This subject is one few want to talk about, but Dr. Krugman explains why we must be Louder than Silence in order to create the possibility of a future where people do not experience abuse as children.   The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Links  Dr. Richard Krugman - Bio    B...

Episode 19: Get to Know EndCAN! Part 1

November 27, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Get to know us! Today’s conversation is with Dwight Clasby, EndCAN’s Development Director. Dwight discusses how the boldness of EndCAN’s mission inspires him in his work, the importance of listening to the stories of survivors, and how child abuse and neglect affects us all.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? ...

Episode 19: A Bold Mission

November 27, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Get to know us! Today’s conversation is with Dwight Clasby, EndCAN’s Development Director. Dwight discusses how the boldness of EndCAN’s mission inspires him in his work, the importance of listening to the stories of survivors, and how child abuse and neglect affects us all.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? ...

Episode 16: Terry’s Story, Part 3 - Embracing Empathy

November 06, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Terry explains how developing his capacity to empathize with others enabled him to heal more fully as a survivor of child abuse. He and Lori discuss how important it is for survivors to realize they are not alone and that healing from childhood trauma is possible. This episode is Part 3 of survivor Terry Koontz’s story.   The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Be our Guest  Would you like to share your stor...

Episode 16: Terry’s Story, Part 3 - Embracing Empathy

November 06, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

Terry explains how developing his capacity to empathize with others enabled him to heal more fully as a survivor of child abuse. He and Lori discuss how important it is for survivors to realize they are not alone and that healing from childhood trauma is possible. This episode is Part 3 of survivor Terry Koontz’s story.   The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Be our Guest  Would you like to share your stor...

Episode 15: Terry’s Story, Part 2 - The Power of Being Seen

October 30, 2020 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

At 44 years old, Terry entered the prison system after being convicted of laundering money. While in prison, he tutored fellow inmates and ultimately helped 163 men get their GEDs. Terry discusses how he began to acknowledge the abuse he experienced as a child in order to address the PTSD and depression that plagued him as a result. This episode is Part 2 of survivor Terry Koontz’s story.   The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and N...

Episode 14: Terry’s Story, Part 1 - From the Gray Area into the Black

October 23, 2020 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

In this episode, survivor Terry Koontz tells the story of the abuse he experienced as a child and how he was taken advantage of by a child pornographer. Terry explains how the ripple effects of the abuse he suffered later influenced his struggles with addiction and crime. Terry Koontz is the author of two books soon to be released including his inspirational autobiography, "Haunted Dreams".  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and ...

Episode #10: It Starts with Looking at the Problem

September 25, 2020 22:00 - 13 minutes - 9.59 MB

Summary  In this episode, Dr. Richard Krugman explains the concept of gaze aversion, its prevalence in the field of child abuse and neglect, and how imperative it is that our culture shifts away from remaining silent on the issue. Krugman asserts that the journey to eliminating child abuse and neglect begins with acknowledging it.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Links  🌟Crush CAN Challenge: Join u...

Episode #9: It Wasn't Your Fault

August 04, 2020 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

Summary Lori sits down with Michael Walter, author of “Stolen Innocence: A Childhood Lost”. Michael discusses his journey through an abusive childhood, the turbulent decades that followed, and finding healing through fatherhood. Michael has found peace in being open and honest about the abuse he experienced as a child, and hopes he can relay a simple message to other survivors of child abuse: it wasn’t your fault.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundatio...

Episode #8: 25 People that Could Have Saved a Baby

August 04, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.76 MB

Summary In 1968, Dr. Krugman witnessed his first case of child abuse when a mother brought a baby into a Denver emergency room claiming the child stopped breathing at some point during a movie. Dr. Krugman and his colleagues discovered that not only was the baby deceased, but he was also severely beaten and injured. Dr. Krugman outlines the interactions the mother and the baby had with hospital, public health, police, and social services professionals in the months before the baby’s death – ...

Episode #7: Healing from Child Abuse, Piece by Piece

August 04, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Summary Lori Poland is joined by friend and author, Cathy Studer. Cathy endured six years of child abuse at the hands of her stepfather, and shares about her journey to healing. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Links Visit Cathy Studer's website Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected]. Stay Connected If...

Episode #6: The Story of EndCAN's Founders, Lori & Dick

August 04, 2020 18:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MB

After Lori was kidnapped in 1983, she was treated at The Kempe Center for the Prevention and Treatment of Child Abuse and Neglect. One of her pediatricians at The Kempe Center was Dr. Dick Krugman, with whom she later went on to create The National Foundation of Child Abuse and Neglect in 2018. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). https://endcan.org/ 

Episode #5: Deep into the History of Child Abuse

August 04, 2020 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Dr. Richard Krugman explains the history of child abuse and the field of child welfare since the beginning of human civilization up until today. Dr. Krugman is one of the preeminent experts and scholars in the field of child abuse and neglect in this country. He co-founded EndCAN, a long time dream of his with Lori Poland, to help move child abuse from being seen solely as a social and legal issue, to also a health, public health, and mental health issue. The Louder than Silence podcast is b...

Episode 4: The Ripple Effect of Child Abuse and Neglect

July 22, 2020 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.68 MB

Child abuse and neglect affects everything and everyone. In this episode, child abuse survivor Lori Poland talks about the ripple effect of child abuse and neglect, and its long-term impact on everything it touches. 

Episode 4: The Ripple Effect of Child Abuse and Neglect, Lori Poland's Story - Part 4

July 22, 2020 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.68 MB

Child abuse and neglect affects everything and everyone. In this episode, child abuse survivor Lori Poland talks about the ripple effect of child abuse and neglect, and its long-term impact on everything it touches. 

Episode #4: The Ripple Effect of Child Abuse and Neglect

July 22, 2020 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.67 MB

Child abuse and neglect affects everything and everyone. In this episode, child abuse survivor Lori Poland talks about the ripple effect of child abuse and neglect, and its long-term impact on everything it touches. 

Episode 3: The Lifelong Recovery Process After Child Abuse and Neglect, Lori Poland's Story - Part 3

July 13, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

Lori Poland talks about the aging process and the impact on her, her family and her future, after being kidnapped at the age of 3 from her own front yard. 

Episode #3: The Lifelong Recovery Process After Child Abuse and Neglect

July 13, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

Lori Poland talks about the aging process and the impact on her, her family and her future, after being kidnapped at the age of 3 from her own front yard. 

Episode 3: The Lifelong Recovery Process After Child Abuse and Neglect

July 13, 2020 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

Lori Poland talks about the aging process and the impact on her, her family and her future, after being kidnapped at the age of 3 from her own front yard. 

The Aftermath of Child Abuse and Neglect

July 01, 2020 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MB

Lori Poland, EndCAN Executive Director, shares her kidnapping and abuse experience, as an example that it is possible to find healing, love, joy, and happiness after childhood trauma. 

Episode #2: The Aftermath of Child Abuse and Neglect

July 01, 2020 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MB

Lori Poland, EndCAN Executive Director, shares her kidnapping and abuse experience, as an example that it is possible to find healing, love, joy, and happiness after childhood trauma. 

Episode 2: The Aftermath of Child Abuse and Neglect

July 01, 2020 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MB

Lori Poland, EndCAN Executive Director, shares her kidnapping and abuse experience, as an example that it is possible to find healing, love, joy, and happiness after childhood trauma. 

Episode 1: One Single Story Among Millions

June 17, 2020 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Welcome to the Louder than Silence Podcast. In this first episode, Lori Poland begins to tell her story of surviving a high-profile kidnapping case at the age of three years old. Lori is the co-founder and Executive Director of EndCAN. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).     Be our Guest  Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to louderthansilence@en...

One Single Story Among Millions

June 17, 2020 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Real people talking about real things....child abuse and neglect. A topic that is too often left in the shadows of silence, leaving survivors alone, fearful and without a voice. We're having conversations to become Louder Than Silence. It is here where we will invite you to join us and Be The Change needed to end child abuse and neglect. 

Episode #1: One Single Story Among Millions

June 17, 2020 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Real people talking about real things....child abuse and neglect. A topic that is too often left in the shadows of silence, leaving survivors alone, fearful and without a voice. We're having conversations to become Louder Than Silence. It is here where we will invite you to join us and Be The Change needed to end child abuse and neglect. 

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