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Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

Katie Koestner
Sexual Assault
Mental Health
Sexual Violence
Trauma Recovery
Take Back the Night
Trauma
Survivorship
Sexual Abuse
Self-Care
Healing
Domestic Violence
Community Support
Rape
Empowerment
Survivor Advocacy
Recovery
Victim Advocacy
Survivors
Activism
Sexual Violence Prevention

The Dear Katie Podcast features survivors of sexual assault, rape, and abuse; supporters; authors; celebrities; and agents of change about their survivorship and support. Learn how their journeys can help all survivors and their supporters. Delve into backlash, legal systems, campus reactions, family and friends, mental health, PTSD, substance use, body image, and the journey from hurt to healing ... more

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Breaking negative emotional circuits is a challenge for many survivors of trauma. This week, we sit down with Laurel Mellin to discuss strategies for rewiring the brain and sitting with negative experiences to emerge into states of joy.

Dr. Laurel M... more

Breaking negative emotional circuits is a challenge for many survivors of trauma. This week, we sit down with Laurel Mellin to discuss strategies for rewiring the brain and sitting with negative experiences to emerge into states of joy.

Dr. Laurel M... more

Returning to the Dear Katie Podcast, Dr. Winnie Li shares more insights on activism, advocacy, and healing.

Dr. Winnie M Li is an author, activist, and educator. A former filmmaker, Winnie’s life and career trajectory were severely disrupted at the ... more

Returning to the Dear Katie Podcast, Dr. Winnie Li shares more insights on activism, advocacy, and healing.

Dr. Winnie M Li is an author, activist, and educator. A former filmmaker, Winnie’s life and career trajectory were severely disrupted at the ... more

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Jenna Ghisolfo
Founder and CEO of Housing Consultants of America; Mrs. Arizona
Housing Consultants of America; Mrs. Arizona
Episode: S9E14 USA Mrs Arizona's Day After Christmas (Uploaded for Spotify)
Stephanie Gattas
Veteran and founder of The Pink Berets, CEO of Tactical One
The Pink Berets; Tactical One
Episode: S9E13 Ship Assault Leads to Pink Berets (Uploaded for Spotify)
Adama Nyama Bah
Nurse colposcopist; founder of Women's Health Advocacy Network (WHAN)
Women's Health Advocacy Network (WHAN)
Episode: S9E12 FGM Followed by Sierra Leone Civil War Rebels Gang Rape (Uploaded for Spotify)
Halli Faulkner
Somatic therapist and trauma-informed trainer
Self-employed (somatic therapy practice)
Episode: S9E11 Woman Warrior Yogi (Uploaded for Spotify)
Julian Bell
Retired US Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer, founder of Safe Waters
Safe Waters
Episode: S9E10 1 US Coast Guardsman and 2 Navy Men with 1 Blue Cup (Uploaded for Spotify)
Leslie Crowe
Writer, advocate, survivor
NeedQuest; breast cancer survivor; autism advocate
Episode: S9E9 Seatbelt in the Home Depot Parking Lot
Dawn Jackson
Justice-impacted advocate, public speaker, and survivor who spent 25 years in prison and received clemency in 2024
From Darkness to Dawn, LLC; author of Suppressed Secrets
Episode: S9E8 25 Years in Prison for Killing My Perpetrator (Uploaded for Spotify)
Rachel Cuda
Former CIA officer who testified before Congress and led advocacy for reforms on sexual harassment and assault within the CIA
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Episode: S9E7 A CIA Agent, a Scarf, and a Stairwell (Uploaded for Spotify)
Kaila Yu
New author of Fetishized, Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty
Author, Survivor advocate
Episode: S9E6 Fetishized Photos Become Viral Video (Uploaded for Spotify)

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Katie Koestner
Host and central interviewer focused on survivor stories, advocacy, and healing

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 93 ratings
  • Impactful Conversations

    These conversations are so powerful! Katie is a great, empathetic host, and it is so empowering to hear others tell their stories! These conversations bring us together in a community of care and support!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ice skater 26
    United States7 months ago
  • Well-Made Discussion

    This episode was quite informative as to how the notion of using the phrase "Image Based Abuse" makes it easier categorize the ways that malicious individuals would use with private content. I also liked how this talked about how other nations' actions on promoting such vulgar imagery to demoralize the female body. It really gets a person thinking as to how the use of images can really influence a person's mind. Overall, this podcast is really something for people to listen to and be informed on... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manny Garay
    United States7 months ago
  • Informative and Healing

    This podcast really helps brings survivors together through providing useful information. We all need to work on our trauma, this podcast helps me feel less alone when I’m trying to work on something hard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimmyJames64
    United States7 months ago
  • Newest episode glitch

    I love your podcast so much! Just noticed that the latest episode you released is playing and old one with your guest Emily.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    newhdue
    Canadaa year ago
  • Empowering!

    This podcast is truly amazing, shedding light on such a dark topic. Listening to these episodes has not only taught me from others' experiences but has also validated my own emotions and experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Icambece
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging, empathetic host who connects with guests and listeners alike.
Guests bring powerful survivor stories and expertise that drive meaningful conversations.
Episodes feel safe and hopeful, offering practical resources for healing and advocacy.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S9E14 USA Mrs Arizona's Day After Christmas (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: What practical steps did you take to rebuild your life after leaving, and how did Section 8 Housing factor into that plan?
I moved into Section 8 Housing to reduce financial stress, found steady work, rebuilt boundaries, and gradually reestablished independence for myself and my son, which also allowed me to focus on healing and helping others.
S9E14 USA Mrs Arizona's Day After Christmas (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: How did you first recognize the red flags in your relationship, and what was the turning point that made you seek help?
I started noticing triggers and controlling behaviors that slowly escalated, and the turning point was realizing I needed to protect my son and myself, leading me to seek safety and support beyond the relationship.
S9E13 Ship Assault Leads to Pink Berets (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: How did you begin healing and build The Pink Berets?
She explains that healing began with recognizing the need for a survivor-centered space, identifying sisterhood and family as pillars, and ultimately founding The Pink Berets to provide holistic programs and advocacy that empower survivors to share their stories and push for policy change.
S9E13 Ship Assault Leads to Pink Berets (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: What was it like to start out as a woman in the Navy?
Stephanie describes a highly gender-segregated boot camp, the surprise of being among the first female sailors on a submarine-support ship, and the ongoing harassment that followed, illustrating how systemic guards and protections were lacking.
S9E12 FGM Followed by Sierra Leone Civil War Rebels Gang Rape
Q: What is your message to other survivors listening to this episode?
Adama emphasizes seeking appropriate support, breaking the silence around abuse, and using personal trauma as a catalyst to help others through her charity and advocacy work.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

What is Dear Katie: Survivor Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A focused platform for survivor-centered storytelling and resource sharing, with episodes featuring survivors, advocates, and experts who discuss healing, resilience, and systemic change. Conversations span personal trauma narratives, recovery journeys, advocacy, policy implications, and practical resources for healing, including legal, mental health, and community supports. Noteworthy is the emphasis on survivor empowerment, actionable guidance, and building communities of care, often centered on turning hardship into advocacy or service. The show stands out for its empathetic host approach, diverse guest backgrounds, and a consistent aim to help listeners feel less alone while increasing awareness of survivor needs and reform opportunitie... more

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3. Adama Nyama Bah
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6. Leslie Crowe
7. Dawn Jackson
8. Rachel Cuda

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