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Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

Katie Koestner
Sexual Assault
Mental Health
Sexual Violence
Trauma
Advocacy
Sexual Abuse
Trauma Recovery
Healing
Peru
Self-Care
Survivor Advocacy
Sexual Misconduct
MIT
Miscarriage
Music Therapy
University Of Michigan
Victim Advocacy
Consent Education
Human Trafficking
Grooming

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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For Donna Besel, words are her life. A dynamic writer, storyteller, and educator, she shares incredible insights from a lifetime of survivorship and reckoning, and how her truth rocked her small hometown. Donna's best-selling memoir, The Unravelling:... more

Leaving a successful football career for a new calling, Don McPherson has spent the last few decades challenging classic notions of masculinity. Giving us the ins and outs of 'locker room talk' and male-only spaces, he shares insights from years of l... more

Fighting to be believed in the face of a famous abuser, Stacey Pinkerton left her entire life to put her experiences behind her. But as news of Bill Cosby's arrest reaches her decades later, she knows she must speak her truth. Now an advocate fightin... more

Our guest today is Danika, a Canadian author, traveler, and dance instructor who traded a conventional career path in sciences for a life of exploration and creativity. Moving abroad to teach internationally led her to unexpected opportunities—like t... more

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Recent Guests

Donna Besel
Author, survivor, and experienced speaker on trauma and recovery
Episode: S8E19 Boreal Stories out of a One Room Schoolhouse
Don McPherson
Former professional football quarterback and advocate for men's violence prevention
Advocate for social issues, specifically masculinity and violence against women
Episode: S8E18 Throwing Challenges to Men Like an NFL Quarterback
Stacey Pinkerton
Advocate and activist for change in public policy, survivor of rape by Bill Cosby, and speaker on issues of abuse of power.
Episode: S8E17 Dinner and Drinks with Bill Cosby
Clare Awada
Survivor of childhood grooming and sexual abuse, currently working as a forensic SANE RN
Episode: S8E15 Hood of His Red Camaro
Cher Obediah
Mohawk and Ojibwe from Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, advocate for indigenous rights and survivor of intimate partner violence.
Episode: S8E14 Floating Ambivert Post Narcissist Abuser
Rowena Chiu
Former assistant to Harvey Weinstein and survivor advocate
Global Me Too activist
Episode: S8E12 How Rowena Chiu Breaks Weinstein
Kira Wahlstrom
Survivor and speaker sharing her journey from trauma to healing
Episode: S8E11 Boston Parking Garage Stranger Rape Win
Sydney Searchwell-Simpson
A writer, artist, yogi, and permaculture practitioner, exploring spirituality and social action.
Episode: S8E10 Breaking Free from Domination Consciousness
Dr. Kelly Barron
A dedicated advocate for women's health and menopause specialist.
Founder of Tempesta and host of The KellFire Show
Episode: S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior

Host

Katie Koestner
Host of the podcast, Katie is an advocate for survivors of sexual assault and a notable figure in awareness and activism around these issues, appearing on the cover of TIME Magazine at age 18 as the first person to speak out about her experience of date rape. She connects with guests to foster empathy, share their journeys, and promote healing.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • 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 States2 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
    Canada10 months 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 Statesa year ago
  • Always so great and thoughtful

    Katie has such great empathy, and it comes across in every episode. Terrific conversationalist and skilled interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TD1997!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing!

    The Dear Katie podcast is truly so inspiring and brings hope to everyone’s stories. Katie reminds everyone to practice self care and give themselves grace even in the hardest of times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a r dannie
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its informative and healing content, resonating with survivor stories that validate their own experiences.
The podcast is regarded as empowering, providing vital knowledge and support to those working through trauma, illustrating its importance in the current cultural landscape.
The empathetic approach of the host and in-depth conversations with guests are frequently highlighted.

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S8E19 Boreal Stories out of a One Room Schoolhouse
Q: What parts of the therapy were helpful to you?
I found that talking about my experiences in therapy and support groups was incredibly liberating.
S8E14 Floating Ambivert Post Narcissist Abuser
Q: Did you go back and visit like theater or any of the things you did when you were younger?
I have had little things pop up in terms of theater, including creating short films.
S8E14 Floating Ambivert Post Narcissist Abuser
Q: What do you do to like?
Transfer your pain into purpose and cope amid difficult moments.
S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior
Q: How do you want women to feel about menopause?
I want them to embrace this phase of life, recognizing their strengths and investing in their well-being.
S8E9 Cocktail Waitress to American Ninja Warrior
Q: What is your goal to help women during childbirth?
To instill confidence that they are not broken and that they succeeded in bringing a child into the world.

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This podcast features powerful narratives from survivors of sexual assault, rape, and abuse, as well as advocates and experts who share their insights on the journey from pain to healing. Topics frequently explored include mental health, the legal implications surrounding abuses, the impact of trauma, and the societal responses to survivors. It provides a platform for guests to recount their experiences and discuss the importance of community support for healing, while also fostering broader awareness around these critical issues. The host, having been a pivotal figure in advocating for survivor rights since her own experience was highlighted in the national media, brings a unique perspective that emphasizes empathy, empowerment, and advoca... more

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1. Donna Besel
2. Don McPherson
3. Stacey Pinkerton
4. Clare Awada
5. Cher Obediah
6. Rowena Chiu
7. Kira Wahlstrom
8. Sydney Searchwell-Simpson

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