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Survival isn’t just about staying alive—it’s about finding the strength to rebuild, reclaim, and rise.

That’s the foundation of The Survivors Podcast, where three-time suicide loss survivor, author, crisis counselor, and mental health advocate Lisa Sugarman joins Natasha J. Layton—a multiple suicide attempt and loss survivor, advocate, sexual abuse survivor, and former member of the FLDS polygamy... more

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In this episode of The Survivors, Lisa & Natasha sit down with influencer and mental health advocate Jessica Shaker about her mental health journey, including h... more

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After losing her husband Sean to suicide, Reshma Kearney found herself navigating unimaginable grief while helping her children make sense of a loss that changed everyth... more

*WARNING: This podcast mentions suicide, sexual abuse & trauma and may be triggering.

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Recent Guests

Raish McCarney
Survivor of suicide loss, advocate
Independent advocate
Episode: From Darkness to Advocacy: A Wife’s Journey After Suicide Loss
Alli Skrbek
Suicide loss survivor, mother, mental health advocate
Episode: A Mother's Story Part 1: Alli Skrbek Talks About Her Son's Suicide
Lisa Sugarman
Co-host of The Survivors; author of Surviving, Finding Hope After Suicide Loss
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Episode: Surviving: Finding Hope After Suicide Loss — Lisa's New Book Drops Everywhere
Caleb Powers
Survivor of the Marine Electric disaster and longtime sobriety advocate
Episode: Surviving Loss & Addiction: From Tragedy to 40 Years of Recovery
Natasha J. Layton
Multiple suicide attempt and loss survivor, advocate, sexual abuse survivor, former member of the FLDS polygamy cult.
Episode: Surviving the Unthinkable: Natasha’s Story of Suicide Loss, Abuse, and Life After the FLDS
Dr. Janine Ellenberger
Seasoned physician and entrepreneur, co-founder of Behavidance, and chief medical officer of Calmerry.
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Episode: How to Spot the Signs: Suicide Awareness & Support with Dr. Janine Ellenberger

Hosts

Lisa Sugarman
Co-host of The Survivors Podcast; three-time suicide loss survivor, crisis counselor, and mental health advocate
Natasha J. Layton
Co-host of The Survivors Podcast; multiple suicide attempt and loss survivor, advocate, sexual abuse survivor, and former member of the FLDS polygamy cult

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Such Important Work

    Compassionate, honest, and deeply meaningful. These hosts have taken their own experiences as survivors and turned them into purpose, creating a space where others feel seen, heard, and less alone. Such important conversations and such important work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beany T
    United States8 days ago
  • The world needs this podcast to heal

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RiRi Big Dog
    United States9 months ago
  • Amazing, real and raw

    A very real and raw look at what it looks like to be a survivor. This is real, it’s raw, and it’s necessary. Everyone (suffering or not) should listen to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joey********3
    United States9 months ago
  • Truth & Support. Much Needed Info

    This podcast is great resource for those struggling with wellbeing from any angle. Whether you or a loved one have walked through suicide or struggling with mental health, this podcast is a must listen. Lisa Sugarman is an empathetic human and truly inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaringWell-Rita
    United Statesa year ago
  • Breaking Silence with Empathy and Strength

    I was honored to be the very first guest on The Survivors Podcast—a show that is not only deeply meaningful but urgently needed. Gretchen and Lisa bring raw honesty, empathy, and courage to every conversation, creating a space where the realities of mental health, suicide, and grief are no longer hidden in silence. Their shared perspective—both as survivors and advocates—offers powerful validation, hope, and connection. This podcast is a gift to anyone navigating loss, mental health struggles, o... more

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    Jnqne
    United Statesa year ago

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The hosts provide raw, compassionate conversations that validate survivor experiences.
Listeners praise the show's honesty and practical guidance for coping with grief and mental health.
The chemistry between hosts is highlighted as a strength, making difficult topics accessible.
Guests and topics are consistently impactful, helping reduce stigma around suicide and trauma.

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I Thought My Dad Died of a Heart Attack — The Truth Changed Everything
Q: What was the most surprising part of finally sharing the truth after so long?
The realization that many family members actually knew the truth but stayed silent, and the sense that disclosure could enable healing and reduce ongoing pain.
I Thought My Dad Died of a Heart Attack — The Truth Changed Everything
Q: Do you mind if I ask how it came out?
The truth emerged during a casual lunch when a relative mentioned mental illness; the moment unfolded unintentionally but became a turning point, prompting immediate honesty.
Surviving Loss & Addiction: From Tragedy to 40 Years of Recovery
Q: As we wrap up, if you knew that your dad could hear this conversation right now, what would you want your dad to know right now?
I would tell him I'm okay, I miss him, thank you, and that this journey of recovery and healing has a purpose I wish I could share with him in person.
Life Inside the FLDS: Growing Up in the Polygamy Cult When Your Uncle is Warren Jeffs
Q: What did you experience at school under Warren Jeffs?
Warren was very controlling, enforcing strict dress codes and maintaining a watchful presence even in the school. The speaker recalls being sent home for not adhering to the rules.
Life Inside the FLDS: Growing Up in the Polygamy Cult When Your Uncle is Warren Jeffs
Q: What was it like to be born into that world?
It was structured and organized, with chore charts and a strict atmosphere, but the speaker's family had some different dynamics that set them slightly apart from the norm within the FLDS.

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The show centers on candid conversations about trauma, grief, and mental health from two women with lived experience of suicide loss and hardship. Across episodes, topics include surviving suicide, intergenerational trauma, caregiver burnout, parenting through loss, and strategies for resilience, with a focus on practical coping, vulnerability, and building a supportive community. Noteworthy aspects include the hosts' unapologetic, empathetic approach and a commitment to reducing stigma by sharing deeply personal journeys, highlighting resources, therapy, and peer support for survivors and their networks.

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Recent guests on The Survivors Podcast include:

1. Raish McCarney
2. Alli Skrbek
3. Lisa Sugarman
4. Caleb Powers
5. Natasha J. Layton
6. Dr. Janine Ellenberger

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