logo
episode-header-image
Oct 2015
9m 5s

We Just Don't Talk: One Family's Silence...

Wnyc Studios
About this episode

When 18-year-old Radio Rookie Mari Santos recognized that her older sister Alison was in abusive relationship, the hardest part was figuring out how to talk to her about it.

Up next
Mar 2016
The Mary Jane Mindset: Rookies report on Marijuana
Temitayo and Gemma spoke with nearly three dozen high school students who smoke weed to learn more about what they call "the Mary Jane mindset". 
10m 19s
Feb 2016
Father's Day from Radio Rookies: Trying to Do it Right and Not Repeat a Father's Mistakes
When people think about teen parents, they usually picture a young mom. But what about the dads? 
12m 14s
Feb 2016
Tough to the Corps: Teen Girl Wants to Join Marines
Cece Rodriguez may be tiny at 5 ’4”, 100 lbs, but she’s physically strong. Despite her family’s concerns, she dreams of testing her toughness by enlisting in the U.S. Marines. 
8m 21s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2025
The Perfect Happy Family
Through the dual lens of a devoted sister and parent, Julie explores the emotional terrain of family illness and secrecy, puzzling over how she can care for others without losing herself entirely. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choic ... Show More
53m 32s
Apr 2022
Handling Divorce
Maddie and Kenzie decide it’s time to open up to you about their parents’ divorce. Even at a young age it was a really hard time. They want to share how they felt because so many people have experienced the same thing. Talking about it helps… but it does get better!!See omnystudi ... Show More
21m 14s
Mar 2023
All in the Family
From the moment Katie Fusco learned that she was an adopted child, she longed to understand where she came from and why she was put up for adoption in the first place. At age 18, just as she was about to graduate high school and head off to college, Katie decided to make contact ... Show More
27m 53s
Nov 2023
Sit With Each Little Thing
Today's caller's partner is not accepted by the family for a mysterious reason. It all started when she first came around 8 years ago, and a sister did not approve. Nedra helps rationalize a big decision about how to move forward. Submit a message of your own at youneedtohearthis ... Show More
31m 34s
Aug 2020
Domestic Abuse: When Love Turns Violent
Heartbreaking stories of domestic abuse are revealed when Adrienne shares her traumatic experiences at the hands of Jada's father, the life-threatening event that finally made her leave him and the effect it had on Jada. Willow sits down with a 14-year-old girl who witnessed her ... Show More
24m 36s
Nov 2025
The Girls, Part 3: ‘If it was your daughter’
17-year-old Aryalle Stoner runs away from home and tells the police that her father, Ronnie Stoner, has been sexually abusing her for years. The cursory investigation that follows is representative of a larger issue with child sex abuse investigations in Louisville. 
47m 22s
Jun 2021
Supporting A Teen Through An Abusive Relationship
Teens face dating violence at alarming rates — but don't always have the experience to know what to do. Adults play a critical role in supporting them by talking frankly about relationships and taking action when a teen needs help. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co ... Show More
19m 57s
Jul 2022
Ep 44 - Family Dynamics Pt. 1
<p>Hear Tinx like you’ve never heard her before, as she pulls back the veil on difficult family dynamics. Tinx discusses the importance of opening up to and relying on friends through difficult times and explores the complexities of mother / daughter relationships and the difficu ... Show More
19m 42s
Oct 2018
Broken
<p>Melissa was 15 years old when she found out her father was a serial killer, and the news couldn&rsquo;t have arrived at a worse time: she just found out she was pregnant. Melissa confronts her high school boyfriend to get a better grasp on the time.</p> <p><em>Melissa G. Moore ... Show More
30m 30s