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Personally: Agent Layla

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Intimate Partner Violence
Divorce
Mental Health
Marriage
Vietnam War
Consent
Trauma
Family Dynamics
Domestic Violence
Daryl Allen
HIV/AIDS
Holocaust
Vision Loss
AIDS Crisis
Grief
Relationships
CBC
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Alcohol
Identity

When she was 20 years old, something terrible happened to Vienna Luke. And for more than a decade, the truth of that night remains buried. But when Vienna becomes a mother, she realizes she must confront the past and uncover the truth – whatever the consequences for her family. Her sister Shawnessy comes aboard in the role of dogged detective and Vienna plays the secret agent in a relentless searc... more

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Vienna confronts her abuser face-to-face chasing a confession that could hold up in court.

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Vienna and Shawnessy break off contact with their brother-in-law and something about becoming a mother makes Vienna ready to dig for the truth about what he did to her.

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Vienna Luke grew up in a loving Christian family. All that changed when her brother-in-law entered the picture.

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Vienna Luke became an undercover police operative to figure out what really happened to her on the worst night of her life.

Make sure you follow Personally, so you know when the series becomes available on September 20.

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Recent Guests

Brendan Baker
Brendan Baker, subject and sound designer involved in the production
Episode: Creation Myth: Life After Memoir
Maya Shankar
Host of A Slight Change of Plans, scientist studying human behavior
A Slight Change of Plans, Pushkin Industries
Episode: What If Closure Never Comes? | From A Slight Change of Plans
Jocelyn Tackis
Friend of the narrator, mother to Ellis
Not specified
Episode: Creation Myth, Episode 7: Orb of Calm
Elise de Groot
The narrator's sister
Family member
Episode: Creation Myth, Episode 7: Orb of Calm
Alejandra Matoni
A woman who shares her experience of tubal ligation.
Episode: Creation Myth, Episode 4: Freedom Form
Ama Kojo
Poet and artist calling in from an artist residency in Rome
Episode: Creation Myth, Episode 3: Doors Do Close
Janet Allen
A close friend and former partner of Daryl Allen, reflecting on their relationship and Daryl's life story.
Episode: Resurrection, Episode 5: Janet
Jonathan Houston
Daryl's partner at the time of his passing, who has rights to Daryl's works.
Episode: Resurrection, Episode 5: Janet
Cindy Lopez
Niece of Daryl Allen and daughter of his brother Richard
Episode: Resurrection, Episode 4: Kansas (Part Two)

Hosts

Rebecca Auerbach
Host and creator specializing in memoir-driven storytelling and theatrical performance.
Helena de Groot
Host of Creation Myth and related projects; deep-dive interviewer and storyteller.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Obnoxious and lost the plot

    The narration is almost unbearable. So much waiting for original story line, filled with annoying voice acting.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    nicknamessuckbecausecantrepeat
    United States2 months ago
  • Sometimes the bomb explodes without any warning

    The Story, the Plot, The End -hooked, flashed and shocked- awesome and gruesome - unbelievable mindblowin stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P Point of view
    Germany2 months ago
  • A revelation

    Rebecca Auerbach and the whole team behind this podcast have created something masterful. It’s so rare to find storytelling that feels really new, but this is exactly what this podcast is. To say it’s funny isn’t enough: it’s the humour and lightness of touch that led me down such a deeply moving and emotional path. Incredible stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eggs2Eggs
    Canada2 months ago
  • season 8

    😍😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lalilasf
    United States2 months ago
  • Season 10- incredible!

    So well done! On so many levels!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barry21210
    United States3 months ago

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Fans highlight strong host storytelling and relatable exploration of life choices and relationships.
Critiques note variability in focus and pacing across seasons, but overall high engagement and originality.
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Creation Myth, Episode 4: Freedom Form
Q: How do you see yourself as a woman after this decision?
I feel that being a woman is not limited by fertility; it's about identifying as feminine and making decisions that confirm who I truly am.
Creation Myth, Episode 4: Freedom Form
Q: What motivated framing your sterilization consent form in that way?
It was a note to myself, encouraging me about the decision, reminding me the surgery would grant me freedom from the fear of getting pregnant and losing control over my choices.
Resurrection, Episode 8: San Francisco, 2022
Q: What do you think Daryl would say to all of us if he was here with us in this moment?
I think he would say, you know, Dane, you've spent so much time making meaning out of my life and trying to make meaning out of other queer people's lives. What do you want to do with your life? What are your next 15,000 days gonna look like? What are the paths that you're gonna walk?
NO, Part Four: Questions
Q: What is the difference between feeling disrespected versus violated?
Disrespect may arise from agency in the interaction, while violation indicates a loss of control or consent, which can complicate feelings around the situation.
NO, Part Four: Questions
Q: How do we navigate anger towards men while acknowledging legitimate frustrations?
Recognize that not all men exhibit the same privileges and navigate personal feelings towards them without generalizing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Personally: Agent Layla

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This show combines intimate memoir, documentary storytelling, and personal reflection to explore human experiences around identity, risk-taking, and relationships. Episodes blend confessional storytelling with real-world context, often weaving in sound design and performance to examine topics like fame, addiction, consent, motherhood, and life choices. A standout is the way episodes blur fiction and reality to reveal vulnerability, accountability, and resilience, sometimes through high-stakes, high-drama moments that still feel deeply personal and relatable. Listeners often connect through candid voices, sharp humor, and a willingness to tackle nuanced questions about meaning, belonging, and self-definition, making it appealing to fans of c... more

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2. Maya Shankar
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4. Elise de Groot
5. Alejandra Matoni
6. Ama Kojo
7. Janet Allen
8. Jonathan Houston

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