Utah Survivors
71 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★ - 21 ratingsA Different Kind of #TrueCrime Podcast. Each week we alternate interviews between survivors & nonprofits that help victims in similar situations.
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Episode 63- Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse with Rabbi Avremi Zippel
May 23, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBRabbi Avremi Zippel was abused by his family nanny for years and thought he was to blame until therapy taught him that he was a victim. In December of 2013, Avremi Zippel was ordained at the Rabbinical College of America in Morristown, NJ. After his marriage in January of 2014, Avremi and his wife, Sheina, moved to Utah to serve the Jewish community of Salt Lake City. Avremi and Sheina currently reside in Utah with their three children. In February of 2019, Avremi came forward and spoke p...
Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023 Part 3
April 27, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBSurvivor Voices: Elevate. Engage. Effect Change. Join us this week as we highlight different organizations and their roles in helping achieve the goals of National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023! Today we talk with Danica Baird from the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault's "Utah Sexual Violence Policy Alliance" Support the show
Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023 Part 2
April 26, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBSurvivor Voices: Elevate. Engage. Effect Change. Join us this week as we highlight different organizations and their roles in helping achieve the goals of National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023! Today we talk with Erin Jemison from the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition. Support the show
Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023
April 25, 2023 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBSurvivor Voices: Elevate. Engage. Effect Change. Join us this week as we highlight different organizations and their roles in helping achieve the goals of National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2023! Today we talk with Hilde Koenig from the Utah Office for Victims of Crime. Support the show
Episode 59- Fight Against Domestic Violence
June 16, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBBrandon and Alex are joined by Brooke, Hannah, and Brittany from Fight Against Domestic Violence a relatively new nonprofit that provides much needed financial assistance to victims of domestic violence. Learn more about the programs, types of funds, volunteer opportunities, and how to donate at https://www.fadv.org If you are victim of domestic violence and are seeking help there are resources available: National- http://ncadv.org/ Local- https://www.utahlegalservices.org/ https://www...
Episode 58- National Crime Victims Rights Week with Brandon and Alex
April 26, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBThis week we are doing a special episode highlighting legislation recently passed in Utah that affects victims of crime. Every April, the Justice Department’s Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) leads communities across the country in observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) to honor crime victims, promote their rights and recognize victim advocates. This year’s observance, the 41st annual commemoration, takes place April 24-30, 2022 with the theme: "Rights, access, equity for a...
Episode 57- UCASA and Denim Day
April 20, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBBrandon and Alex visit with UCASA staff Jocelyn and Nick to talk about UCASA and International Denim Day! Learn more about Denim Day here: https://www.denimdayinfo.org/ Learn more about UCASA here: www.ucasa.org If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual assault or rape here are some national and local resources to help- National: https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline https://victimsofcrime.org/help-for-crime-victims/national-hotlines-and-helpful-l...
Episode 56- Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV) with Tanya McGrath and Krista Flink Pt. 3
March 24, 2022 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThis week Alex and Brandon are joined by Tanya McGrath, co-founder, and Krista Flink, projector director, of Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV). In part three we talk with Tanya and Krista more about Bikers Against Domestic Violence, how they help survivors, and the future of their organization. Learn more at about BADV here: https://www.bikersagainstdv.org/home Support the show
Episode 55- Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV) with Tanya McGrath and Krista Flink Pt. 2
March 17, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBThis week Alex and Brandon are joined by Tanya McGrath, co-founder, and Krista Flink, projector director, of Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV). In part two we talk with Tanya and Krista about how exactly they know each other, more about Bikers Against Domestic Violence, their purpose now, and how their organization differs from other domestic violence awareness and advocacy organizations. Learn more at about BADV here: https://www.bikersagainstdv.org/home Support the show (https:/...
Episode 54- Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV) with Tanya McGrath and Krista Flink Pt. 2
March 17, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBThis week Alex and Brandon are joined by Tanya McGrath, co-founder, and Krista Flink, projector director, of Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV). In part two we talk with Tanya and Krista about how exactly they know each other, more about Bikers Against Domestic Violence, their purpose now, and how their organization differs from other domestic violence awareness and advocacy organizations. Learn more at about BADV here: https://www.bikersagainstdv.org/home Support the show (https:/...
Episode 54- Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV) with Tanya McGrath and Krista Flink Pt. 1
March 02, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBThis week Alex and Brandon are joined by Tanya McGrath, co-founder, and Krista Flink, projector director, of Bikers Against Domestic Violence (BADV). In part one we talk with Tanya about her experience as a survivor of domestic violence, the beginnings of BADV with Tanya and Krista, and how the shared experience of losing a loved one to domestic violence gave the push to start BADV. Learn more at about BADV here: https://www.bikersagainstdv.org/home Support the show
Episode 53- YWCA Utah with Gabe Archuleta
December 14, 2021 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBGabe Archuleta Policy Analyst for YWCA Utah talks with Brandon and Alex about the vital role YWCA plays in Utah. YWCA Utah believes that better lives for women leads to stronger families and communities. The YWCA is committed to advancing the well-being of women in Utah through safety – offering family violence services, opportunity – with leadership and education programs, and advocacy – as a voice for change. Learn more or donate at https://www.ywcautah.org/ Support the show
Episode 52- Surviving Childhood Sexual Assault: The Child's Perspective Part 5
December 07, 2021 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIn previous episode's we talked with Jamie's* parents about their perspective of what their teen daughter went through when she was sexually assaulted. Jamie asked to come talk with Alex and Brandon about her life and experiences being a survivor of sexual assault. Support the show
Episode 51- Surviving Childhood Sexual Assault: The Child's Perspective Part 4
November 19, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn previous episode's we talked with Jamie's* parents about their perspective of what their teen daughter went through when she was sexually assaulted. Jamie asked to come talk with Alex and Brandon about her life and experiences being a survivor of sexual assault. Support the show
Episode 50- Surviving Childhood Sexual Assault: A Parents Perspective Part 3
November 09, 2021 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBWhen Jane and John's* (names changed to protect identities) daughter left home without saying goodbye Jane knew something was wrong. When she finally got home she started acting strange, lashing out, and being not herself. Their daughter eventually told them what had happened to her. She was talking with a boy on snapchat and that boy sexually assaulted and raped her. Hear how these parents dealt with their daughter having to go through all of that. Support the show
Episode 49- Surviving Childhood Sexual Assault: A Parents Perspective Part 2
October 21, 2021 06:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBWhen Jane and John's* (names changed to protect identities) daughter left home without saying goodbye Jane knew something was wrong. When she finally got home she started acting strange, lashing out, and being not herself. Their daughter eventually told them what had happened to her. She was talking with a boy on snapchat and that boy sexually assaulted and raped her. Hear how these parents dealt with their daughter having to go through all of that. Support the show
Episode 48- Surviving Childhood Sexual Assault: A Parents Perspective Part 1
October 14, 2021 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWhen Jane and John's* (names changed to protect identities) daughter left home without saying goodbye Jane knew something was wrong. When she finally got home she started acting strange, lashing out, and being not herself. Their daughter eventually told them what had happened to her. She was talking with a boy on snapchat and that boy sexually assaulted and raped her. Hear how these parents dealt with their daughter having to go through all of that. Tune in next week for part 2! Support ...
Episode 47- Surviving Sexual Assault and the Aftermath of Untreated Trauma with Jane Doe*
July 06, 2021 06:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBJane had just started an internship with the crime victims legal clinic when she went to the mall to get a massage after her first day of work. She was sexually assaulted by the employee there but did not receive the help she should have right away. After talking with her co-workers at the Utah Victims Legal Clinic they helped her navigate the process and helped her get the police to take the claims seriously. Thankfully other victims came forward and the person was later arrested. Even thou...
Episode 46- Surviving Domestic Violence with the Aftermath of Co-parenting
June 15, 2021 22:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBSurviving domestic violence is tough enough but being required to maintain any relationship with your abuser because you share a child is a continual trauma. This week Alex takes the helm solo and interviews a domestic violence survivor who still has a child with her abuser and has to maintain a minimal relationship with him to follow custody orders and give their child a relationship with their father. Our guest also connects the cycle of domestic violence to the need for social justice wit...
Episode 45- Surviving Attempted Homicide with Rachel pt. 2
June 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBYou wanted to hear more so we got you a sequel! In this episode we get more information from Rachel that you won't hear anywhere else! In what could only be described as Lifetime movie script, Rachel has been through hell and back on more than one occasion, and survived multiple homicide attempts from her former best friend and roommate. This roommate injected her with E. Coli, K. Oxytoca, VRSA and attempted to inject her with MRSA. She messed with her medications and injected her with ins...
Episode 44- The Younique Foundation with Shelaine Maxfield and Matt Hartvigsen
May 11, 2021 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBAfter her husband's recovery from leukemia, Shelaine Maxfield and her husband Derek found themselves in the same room Derek made a promise to friend that he would do something to help the world. Aware of the long-term impact child sexual abuse has on survivors, they envisioned creating an organization that could offer free resources and services to provide healing, education, and hope. In order to fund this organization they started Younique Products. The main program of the Younique Foundat...
Episode 43- Surviving Child Sexual Assault and Seeking Help as an Adult with Martha
May 04, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBMay is National Mental Health Month and to honor that we are featuring survivors and organizations that advocate for and serve survivors through mental health services. Martha didn't tell anyone she had been assaulted as a child until she was an adult. She went to therapy and things got harder. After encouragement from her family, she applied for and attended the Younique Foundation's Haven Retreat. She credits the Haven Retreat with not only saving her life but saving the lives of dozens...
Episode 42- Surviving Attempted Homicide with Rachel
April 27, 2021 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBIn what could only be described as Lifetime movie script, Rachel has been through hell and back on more than one occasion, and survived multiple homicide attempts from her former best friend and roommate. This roommate injected her with E. Coli, K. Oxytoca, VRSA and attempted to inject her with MRSA. She messed with her medications and injected her with insulin and other non-traceable but potentially deadly items. Hear how Rachel went from bed-ridden to thriving! Music- “DNA by Na-G feat. ...
Episode 41- "Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities."-National Crime Victims Rights Week 2021
April 20, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBThis week celebrate National Crime Victims Rights Week, which is from April 18-24. So, this week is a little different than our other podcasts. We interview several victims and victim advocates and ask them why this years NCVRW theme is so important. "Support Victims. Build Trust. Engage Communities." If you would like to speak to someone about victims rights, feel free to call Utah Crime Victims Legal Clinic at 801-746-1204. Participate in this weeks social media campaign to bring awarene...
Episode 40- Surviving Stalking with South Salt Lake City Councilwoman Corey Thomas
April 14, 2021 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBCorey met her stalker while she was canvassing for her election. At first he seemed helpful but things quickly took a turn when he started harassing her and sending her inappropriate messages and pictures. Corey was able to get a stalking injunction which her perpetrator violated multiple times. Listen as Brandon and Alex talk with Corey about her experience as a survivor and with the justice system. If you are victim of domestic violence and are seeking help there are resources available:...
Episode 39- Homicide Detective Chad Sorenson
March 23, 2021 17:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBChad Sorenson has a passion for helping victims of crime and the communities he continues to serve. Listen as Brandon and Alex talking with Chad about his experiences as a homicide detective in Salt Lake County. Utah Homicide Survivors' therapy group happens every other Wednesday from 7 pm - 9 pm. to sign up visit http://www.utahhomicidesurvivors.org/support If you are a survivor of homicide there are resources for you. Please reach out to Utah Homicide Survivors to get connected with the...
Episode 38- From Victim to Survivor to Advocate with Wendy Jessen
February 23, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBWhen Wendy came forward about her victimization she realized it made her a better advocate for other victims of sexual violence. Wendy serves as a victim advocate for Cedar City/Iron County Sheriffs offices and is a strong voice for those who finally feel safe enough to come forward and tell there story. If you are a victim of crime and are in need of financial assistance due to your victimization you can reach the Utah Office for Victims of Crime at 801-238-2360 If you are victim of dome...
Episode 37- Cari Bobo and Rita the Salt Lake City Police Department Facility Dog
February 09, 2021 19:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBBefore applying to be Rita's handler, Cari had never even pet a dog before! Learn how Rita the Salt Lake City Police Department Facility dog came to SLCPD and how she helps victims of traumatic crime. Rita's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/rita_the_facility_dog If you are a victim of crime and are in need of financial assistance due to your victimization you can reach the Utah Office for Victims of Crime at 801-238-2360 If you are victim of domestic violence and are seeking help the...
Episode 36- Pet Partners with Ashley Drew
February 02, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThis week Ashley Drew from Pet Partners joins the show to talk about how animals can help individuals in many capacities and how their mere presence can calm those they are around. Visit their website to get involved with your pet nationwide: https://petpartners.org/ If you are a victim of crime and are in need of financial assistance due to your victimization you can reach the Utah Office for Victims of Crime at 801-238-2360 If you are victim of domestic violence and are seeking help th...
Episode 35- YEAR 2 with Brandon and Alex
January 13, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this episode Brandon and Alex discuss what they have learned from the past year of sharing stories of survivors and organizations. Support the show
Episode 34- Utah Crime Victims Reparations Program with Melanie Scarlet
December 14, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week, Brandon and Alex are joined by Melanie Scarlet. Melanie is the Assistant Director and Reparations Program Manager at the Utah Office for Victims of Crime (UOVC). Melanie talks with Brandon and Alex about the reparations program, appeals, funding, and pilot programs in her office. If you are a victim of crime and are in need of financial assistance due to your victimization you can reach the Utah Office for Victims of Crime at 801-238-2360 If you are victim of domestic violence ...
Episode 33- Surviving Homicide with Jodie
November 30, 2020 06:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBJodie's sister, Amanda was killed in a senseless murder. We previously spoke with Amanda's mother, speaking with Jodie she shares about how she handled the death of her sister, being there for her nieces and nephews, and finding ways to remember and honor her sister all around her. If you are a survivor of homicide there are resources for you. Please reach out to Utah Homicide Survivors to get connected with these resources at 801-500-9077 or www.utahhomicidesurvivors.org If you are vict...
Episode 32- Journey of Hope Utah with Shannon Cox
November 23, 2020 01:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBShannon's journey into victim advocacy started when she was working for the Department of Corrections. While working in the prison system she saw a need for more resources for women leaving prison who were also victims of trauma. Listen to Shannon's story and how Journey of Hope helps women throughout Utah build a new life after prison and trauma. If you are a victim and also struggle with addiction or recent incarceration visit: https://journeyofhopeutah.org/ If you are victim of domesti...
Episode 31- Surviving Addiction, Rape, Domestic Violence and other trauma with Misty
November 16, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBMisty has been through hell and back several times. She started drinking at a young age and by age 13 she was a daily meth user. Her first day of high school she was raped. She got pregnant and lost her baby and because she refused to tell the school principal why she had missed school she was kicked out of school. That led to more destructive behavior. She was in several relationships where she was abused and assaulted. She was sober on and off for a few years. After a suicide attempt she ...
Episode 30- Advocacy for the LGBTQ+ Community with PRIDE program manager Nick Arteaga
November 09, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBThis week Alex and Brandon are joined by Nick Arteaga. Nick talks with us about the LGBTQ+ acronym, pronouns, and how to help LGBTQ+ victims of crime. Pride Center: https://utahpridecenter.org/ If you are victim of crime and are seeking help there are resources available: National- http://ncadv.org/ Local- https://www.utahlegalservices.org/ https://www.legalaidsocietyofsaltlake.org/ https://timplegal.com/ http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/ https://www.ucasa.org/ https://www.udvc.org/res...
Episode 29- Surviving Rape with Harrison Spendlove
November 03, 2020 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBHarrison Spendlove woke up one morning with no recollection of what had happened to him the night before. What followed next was months of sickness until one day he got an answer. He tested positive for HIV. Listen to Harrison's story, how he maintains his sense of self, his compassion for others and how we can all be a little more accepting of our LGBTQIA+ neighbors, friends, and family. "You Are A Survivor" mobile app: http://www.ucasa.org/app If you or someone you know is a victim of r...
Episode 28- Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) with Tyler Schwab
October 26, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBTyler Schwab joins Brandon and Alex to talk about Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) and their aftercare programs. Tyler's unique experience starting his own anti-trafficking nonprofit brought him to O.U.R. where he has grown O.U.R.'s aftercare programs helping child sex trafficking victims after they are rescued. Music- “DNA by Na-G feat. Amber Lynn” If you are victim of sex trafficking and are seeking help there are resources available- National: https://www.dahliashope.org/ ht...
Episode 27- Surviving Child Sex Trafficking with Kimberli Kocherhans
October 19, 2020 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBAdopted to be trafficked, Kimberli Kocherhans endured severe physical and sexual abuse by the person who adopted her. Through the years of abuse and torture she was sold and traded within a vast community of abusers and as a result she suppressed many of these memories until she was a young adult. Now through years of therapy and healing she speaks out to help not only her healing process but the healing process of others trapped in the trafficking world. Read Kimberli's story at http://ww...
Episode 26- Utah Domestic Violence Coalition with Andi Tremonte and Samantha Candland
October 12, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so this week we talk with the largest domestic violence coalition in Utah: Utah Domestic Violence Coalition. This weeks guests are Samantha Candland and Andi Tremonte from the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition. Join us as we talk about UDVC programs, LINKLine and how Dungeons and Dragons make them better advocates. Samantha Candland is the volunteer coordinator at UDVC. She has been involved with UDVC for almost two years. Her primary responsib...
Episode 25- Surviving an Abusive Marriage to a Law Enforcement Officer
October 05, 2020 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBJane* (name changed to protect her identity) met her no ex-husband in high school. She was enamored by him, they got married at a young age but as soon as they were married her husband told her he didn't actually love her. This began years of emotional abuse. During the early years of their marriage Jane's husband became a law enforcement officer. The emotional and isolating abuse continued and eventually escalated into physical abuse, marital rape, and physical abuse to their children. List...
Episode 24- Utah Homicide Survivors with Brandon Merrill
September 28, 2020 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBSeptember is Homicide Victim's Remembrance Month, so this month we are focusing on the stories of families of homicide victims or as they are known in their community: Homicide Survivors. This week's organization guest is a BIG one. Brandon Merrill, your co-host sits down with Alex to talk about Utah Homicide Survivors, the organization he started. Listen as Brandon explains the services of Utah Homicide Survivors, legal aspects of homicide victim cases, and a special appearance by Bekah Sp...
Episode 23- Surviving Homicide with Bekah Sparks
September 21, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBSeptember is Homicide Victim's Remembrance Month, so this month we are focusing on the stories of families of homicide victims or as they are known in their community: Homicide Survivors. Bekah Sparks lost her younger sister, her "person", Lisa Williams, to domestic violence homicide. Lisa was an amazing young woman, she was giving, loving, and do no wrong. Unbeknownst to the hosts beforehand, we recorded this episode on Lisa's birthday, September 17. After Lisa's death, Bekah tried to find...
Episode 22- Homicide Survivors Group Therapy Program with Maria Blanchard
September 14, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBSeptember is Homicide Victim's Remembrance Month, so this month we are focusing on the stories of families of homicide victims or as they are known in their community: Homicide Survivors. According to Maria, Brandon Merrill (one of the hosts of this show) tricked her into helping create and run Utah's first group therapy program that is exclusive for homicide survivors. Homicide survivors are close friends and family of homicide victims. This new group has helped survivors find community an...
Episode 21- Surviving Homicide with Jolene Winters
September 08, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBSeptember is Homicide Victim's Remembrance Month, so this month we are focusing on the stories of families of homicide victims or as they are known in their community: Homicide Survivors. Jolene's daughter Amanda was killed in a senseless murder. Before Amanda's death, Jolene received custody of Amanda's two daughters due to Amanda's struggle with addiction. Now 4 1/2 years later Jolene still finds herself struggling with the tragic loss of her daughter but is hopeful that others who have lo...
Episode 20- System Based Victim Advocacy with BreAnn Wilkes
August 31, 2020 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBBreAnn Wilkes joins Brandon and Alex this week to discuss system based advocacy, the importance of having a therapist, and how to last in a job that is emotionally draining. If you are victim of domestic violence and are seeking help there are resources available: National- http://ncadv.org/ Local- https://www.utahlegalservices.org/ https://www.legalaidsocietyofsaltlake.org/ https://timplegal.com/ http://www.utahvictimsclinic.org/ https://www.ucasa.org/ https://www.udvc.org/resources/g...
Episode 19- Surviving Stalking and Cyber Stalking with Nick Giacalone
August 25, 2020 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBNick is your typical college student. Outgoing, friendly, fun. One day he accepted a message request from a stranger asking him about his LDS mission in Alabama he had recently returned from. The messages escalated from a few a day to hundreds everyday. When he cut off contact this person escalated their behavior and began stalking and harassing Nick, his family, and friends. One day Nick confided in his best friend who helped introduce him to the resources he needed to get this person to st...
Self Care with Empower Yoga and Mediation Owner Deborah Dilley
August 17, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBHow often are we told we need to practice self-care and it just feels like another thing to add to our to-do list? This week we talk with Deborah Dilley about yoga, meditation, essential oils, and other way to provide self care after a trauma. Whether the trauma be personal or within an organization it is important to identify and care for ourselves in a realistic manner tailored to our needs. Deborah is all about making yoga accessible to all body types and lifestyles as well as affordable....
Episode 18- Self Care with Empower Yoga and Meditation Owner Deborah Dilley
August 17, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBHow often are we told we need to practice self-care and it just feels like another thing to add to our to-do list? This week we talk with Deborah Dilley about yoga, meditation, essential oils, and other way to provide self care after a trauma. Whether the trauma be personal or within an organization it is important to identify and care for ourselves in a realistic manner tailored to our needs. Deborah is all about making yoga accessible to all body types and lifestyles as well as affordable....
Episode 17- Surviving an Emotional and Financially Abusive Marriage with Deborah Dilley
August 10, 2020 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBWhen Deborah was was working towards a Master's degree. She met a charming young man. She fell for him...fast. Unfortunately, it wasn't the love story she was searching for. The charming young man she met was not who he seemed to be. He used her and controlled her. She learned 7 months into their marriage that she had married a man using a fake identity. One day, he packed his bags to leave for a job and never returned. But her story of survivorship didn't begin there. Listen as we talk with...
Episode 16- Surviving Sex Trafficking with Dahlia's Hope Executive Director Stockwell
June 15, 2020 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBAfter seeing a gap and need for aftercare services for adult survivors of sex trafficking, Cherstyn Stockwell started Dahlia's Hope. Dahlia’s Hope provides holistic aftercare services to survivors of sex trafficking who are ready to create a new life. It is the first treatment facility of its kind for trafficking victims in Utah. It will incorporate a few services in close proximity to each other, including: an education/training/treatment center, various therapy locations (including clinica...