Dear Katie: Survivor Stories

S6E18 Always in the Box: Peacock of Neurodiversity

Devon Price, PhD, is a social psychologist, professor, author, and proud Autistic person. His research has appeared in journals such as the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, and the Journal of Positive Psychology. This week, he discusses his experiences with neurodiversity and what that means for healing. 

Hosts: Katie Koestner and Claire Kaplan

Editor: Evan Mader

Producers: Catrina Aglubat and Emily Wang

Re:wind to Re:process Track S1E11 Anthony Edwards, Author and Survivor

This week, listen to one of our favorite classic episodes to reabsorb new insights from Anthony Edwards. 

Actor Anthony Edwards joins Katie and Claire to discuss the sexual abuse he experienced starting at the age of 12 by a trusted adult mentor, and how that experience informs his acting, his career, and his personal life. Edwards is a four-time Emmy-nominated actor and winner of the Golden Globe Award in 1998 for his work on the network television series ER. He most recently performed as Mr. Franklin in the Broadway revival of Children of a Lesser God and as Mars Harper in Netflix's Designated Survivor. He has executive produced a number of award-winning television films and documentaries. Edwards is also a chairman and national spokesperson for the organization 1in6, which was founded by and for male survivors of sexual abuse.

Hosts: Katie Koestner and Claire Kaplan
Guest: Anthony Edwards
Editor: Kelsey Styles

Visit 1in6 at 1in6.org

S6E17 Living Rocks and Power Animals

Growing up alongside ritual and spiritualism, Monica has found healing and empowerment through shamanic practice. She shares her knowledge and beliefs with our listeners, giving us a path to discover our true selves and explore magickal journeys. 

Find out more about her and her practice here: featherandbone.org

Hosts: Katie Koestner and Emily Wang

Editor: Evan Mader

Producers: Emily Wang and Catrina Aglubat

S6E16 Astrological Soul and EMDR Therapy

This week, Dr. Jennifer Freed gives us the ins and outs of EMDR therapy, astrology, and understanding the self. With her years of study in both psychology and birth charts, she shares with us the path to finding healing, resilience, and thriving. 

Discover your highest potential with Jennifer's work here: https://www.jenniferfreed.com/

Host: Katie Koestner

Editor: Evan Mader

Producers: Emily Wang and Catrina Aglubat

S6B1 How To Eat Bugs

Gretchen Swank, a wilderness survival instructor, shares her experiences healing and connecting through the outdoors. She brings her knowledge of nature to our listeners to inspire us to find strength in learning to survive. 

Host: Katie Koestner

Editor: Evan Mader

Producers: Emily Wang and Catrina Aglubat

S6E15 Splitting the Law

"How much is a little girl worth?"

Guided by a strong sense of justice since she was young, Rachael decided at ten that she wanted to be an attorney. However, her experience reporting abuse in her church comes with a terrible lesson: don't report unless you can prove it. Taking this to heart, when her gymnastics coach Larry Nassar sexually assaults her, she stays silent. 

16 years later, supported by investigative journalists and public outrage, she reports her abuse, becoming the first whistleblower and rallying an army of survivors to bring Larry Nassar to justice. Today, Rachael Denhollander speaks across the country to make change in institutions ranging from the government to religious organizations, pursuing survivor healing and institutional transformation. 

Host: Katie Koestner

Editor: Benter Oluoch

Producers: Catrina Aglubat and Emily Wang

S6E14 Talking to Bushes in NYC

'The beauty of the liberation is ... knowing the self, having compassion, and developing a rapport with the self.'

Battling through a cosmic storm, Edy Nathan and Katie discuss deep intuition, becoming your own negotiator, and partnering with grief. A psychotherapist and grief counselor, Edy shares strategies for thriving with and beyond loss and trauma. 

Find out more about her work here: https://edynathan.com/

Host: Katie Koestner

Editor: Evan Mader

Producers: Emily Wang and Catrina Aglubat

S6E13 Changing Behavior vs. Attitudes to Prevent Rape

This week we sit down to discuss behavior and moral psychology in the context of sexual violence with Roni Porat and Ana Gantman. The professors cover the pitfalls of bystander intervention, changing attitudes and behaviors, and substance use, sharing their wealth of knowledge on what works and what doesn't to stop rape. 

Host: Katie Koestner

Editor: Benter Oluoch

Producers: Catrina Aglubat and Emily Wang

S6E12 20 Year Facebook Exposé

Caitlin was raped by two college students at the same high school party. 20 years later, she decides to out her rapist on Facebook, quickly hearing from nine other victims from her high school. Frustrated by the injustices she and other survivors have faced, Caitlin rewrites her story in LIFE OF CYN, speaking out about her assault and finding a path to healing.

Find out more about Caitlin Avery's work here: https://www.caitlinavery.com/

Hosts: Emily Wang and Claire Kaplan

Editor: Evan Mader

Producer: Emily Wang

 

S6E11 Just the Tip

Often associated with glitz and glamour, bottle service is an important part of the Las Vegas lifestyle. Julia shares her experiences with working in nightclubs, highlighting the camaraderie she experienced despite the assumptions made about her career. 

Find out more about her book, Just the Tip, here: https://www.authorjuliachristine.com/

Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Emily Wang

Editor: Benter Oluoch

Producer: Emily Wang and Catrina Agulbat