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Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

Katie Koestner
Sexual Assault
Mental Health
Sexual Violence
Trauma
Advocacy
Trauma Recovery
Sexual Abuse
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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Recent Guests

Nonku Shuping
Survivor, author, founder of the Love Centre and Radiant Community
Love Centre, Radiant Community (South Africa)
Episode: S9E2 Back Seat of a Taxi in South Africa
Dr. Winnie M Li
Author, activist, and educator who is a survivor of rape, and whose works explore trauma and its aftermath.
University of Birmingham
Episode: S9E1 Harvard Grad on a 10 Mile Hike in Northern Ireland Part 1 (Uploaded for Spotify)
Mary Lou
Friend and fellow survivor who provided support during Winnie's trauma aftermath.
Episode: S9E1 Harvard Grad on a 10 Mile Hike in Northern Ireland Part 1 (Uploaded for Spotify)
Dr. Winnie M. Li
Author, activist, and educator; former filmmaker who shared her experience of surviving a violent sexual assault.
University of Birmingham, UK
Episode: S9E1 Harvard Grad on a 10 Mile Hike in Northern Ireland Part 1
Thordis Elva
Writer, speaker, and activist from Iceland, co-author of the memoir 'South of Forgiveness' and founder of the Nordic Digital Rights and Equality Foundation.
Nordic Digital Rights and Equality Foundation
Episode: S8E24 8 Years of Emails with My Perpetrator (Uploaded for Spotify)
Gia Lanteri
Recent graduate of Fordham University and president of the Women's Network, involved in Take Back The Night.
Fordham University
Episode: S8E23 Take Back The Night Roundtable: Fordham, Bucknell, and Campbellsville
Nick Bloodworth
Director of Counseling Services at Campbellsville University, overseeing counseling operations and prevention efforts.
Campbellsville University
Episode: S8E23 Take Back The Night Roundtable: Fordham, Bucknell, and Campbellsville
Molly Harris
Director of Interpersonal Violence Prevention and Advocacy at Bucknell University, newly appointed.
Bucknell University
Episode: S8E23 Take Back The Night Roundtable: Fordham, Bucknell, and Campbellsville
Kristina Haight
Passionate advocate, healer, and mother who survived a home invasion and sexual assault, now supporting others in their healing journeys.
Episode: S8E22 Arabesque on 4 Wheels Skating Around the Track to Healing

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
  • 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 States3 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 States4 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 States4 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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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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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S9E2 Back Seat of a Taxi in South Africa (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: What happened to you to bring you to talk about sexual violence and as a survivor?
Nonku recounts a kidnapping and brutal rape at age 18, the resulting injuries and pneumonia, years of trauma, and the subsequent journey toward healing through faith, community support, and therapy.
S9E1 Harvard Grad on a 10 Mile Hike in Northern Ireland Part 1 (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: How did your life change post-assault?
Winnie reflects on the profound impacts of trauma on her identity and social life, feeling detached from her former self and the normalcy of life.
S9E1 Harvard Grad on a 10 Mile Hike in Northern Ireland Part 1 (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: What do you remember from the immediate aftermath of the assault?
Winnie discusses the conflicting emotions and urgent need for help, leading her to call a friend and ultimately report the assault.
S9E1 Harvard Grad on a 10 Mile Hike in Northern Ireland Part 1 (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: How did you find out about the hike and why did you choose to go?
Winnie describes being drawn to nature and exploring landscapes, wanting to experience a beautiful hike while visiting Belfast.
S8E10 Breaking Free from Domination Consciousness (Uploaded for Spotify)
Q: Can you talk about that? Because obviously all the forms of abuse you mentioned and trauma are pieces of domination. It's pieces of power and control. So how do you get free from those?
Sydney discusses the need for awareness and understanding of domination consciousness and shares her insights on how to begin the journey of freeing oneself from it through self-observation and relational healing.

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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. Nonku Shuping
2. Dr. Winnie M Li
3. Mary Lou
4. Dr. Winnie M. Li
5. Thordis Elva
6. Gia Lanteri
7. Nick Bloodworth
8. Molly Harris

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