My Two Worlds

In this first of two episodes, we explore the neuroscience of developmental trauma with survivor-leader Abby Wade who is a neuroscientist specializing in child maltreatment and institutional responses to trauma. Abby is also a survivor of family controlled sex trafficking. 

In this episode we share more about what we've been up to over the last three years and our plans for the podcast. We also share about our experiences advocating for the passage of an anti-trafficking bill in Albany including our excellent experience with Assemblymember George Al ... Show More

In this episode, we continue our discussion of the Epstein case, focusing on what it may signal to victims about what to expect when seeking accountability through the court system. We explore the many ways systems can—and too often do—fail victims, and the lasting impact of thos ... Show More

You spent your childhood bouncing between homes, with only the beats in your head to keep you company. Now, you have to choose between living the life you want and staying true to the life you’ve had. If only you could find a way to do both. Listen to more episodes of Imagined Li ... Show More

Getting out and going home. Survivors recount what it was like to go home and whether getting "back to normal" will be possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Yasmeen learns how to create a dual reality to cope with the discomfort of feeling misunderstood as a child of Iraqi immigrants. 

<p>“I felt like I went through a portal into this evil place…and I immediately knew that we were in a whole different world.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Today’s storyteller requested to remain anonymous. However, if you’d like to contact her, you can reach out through email at <a href="m ... Show More

<p>Becca and Tanya have swapped lives! (kinda). Find out what happens when Tanya is up late eating chicken fingers and Becca got up early for a workout!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Should you invite your significant others on a &ldquo;bestie&rdquo; trip?? &ldquo;Relationship Tanya&rdquo ... Show More

How do you lose a family member in Europe's elusive borders? And as a refugee how do you navigate the world of smugglers when crossing the English Channel? At a time when nations are sealing off their borders, we explore the nuances of migration, border ambiguity and smuggling in ... Show More

As a parent, how do you transcend the regular run of the mill parent/child relationship? How do you turn your bond into a real friendship? When Jessica's two kids were young, she pulled them out of traditional school, began homeschooling them and started traveling abroad. They le ... Show More

Trigger Warning: This story includes discussions of r*pe and child death. Scott receives a letter from himself. This Scott claims to be from another world. Soon, he will find out just how different that world really is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic ... Show More