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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 and thriving.
After Katie Koestner appeared on the cover of TIME Magazine at age 18 as the first person to speak out nationally and publicly as the victim of “date” rape, she received 100+ letters from others who had never told anyone about their own story. Katie wrote back to all of them, and some of them have now been guests on her Podcast 30+ years later to share their story with the world. The name “Dear Katie” honors all survivors in the power of sharing their story. Silence changes nothing.
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Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Ashley Dequilla is a Filipino artist and activist who was assaulted during her time as an undergrad at William and Mary. In this episode, she talks about her unsupportive family and history of abusive relationships following that night. It is the birth of her daughter and the overwhelming love she feels for her that allows Ashley to reframe her situation and want better for herself. Now, she's enrolled in an MFA program and optimistic about her future.
Hosts: Katie Koestner and Claire Kaplan
Editors: Bob Kanygin, Kelsey Styles, and Craig Stanton
Producers: Kelsey Styles and Emily Wang
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