WHEN DATING HURTS
A podcast about dating abuse and domestic violence, hosted by Bill Mitchell, whose daughter Kristin was murdered by her ex-boyfriend. The show features interviews with survivors, counselors, law enforcement, and parents. It aims to raise awareness about intimate partner violence, which affects 1 in 3 women.
Episodes
336. What You Need to Know About Love Bombing
Love Bombing.
This episode is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: What You Need to Know About Love Bombing.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to love bomb you -- or some
345. Julia - Pt 2 of 2 Pts. - Love Bombing to Gaslighting: A Canadian Survivor’s Toxic Ex-Husband Story
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is part two, the final episode of a two-part story with Julia.
The power in this narrative comes from the fact that our survivor, Julia, is a smart person from a good family living in Canada. If she could be coercively
344. Julia - Pt 1 of 2 Pts. - Love Bombing to Gaslighting: A Canadian Survivor’s Toxic Ex-Husband Story
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is part one of a two-part story with Julia.
The power in this narrative comes from the fact that our survivor, Julia, is a smart person from a good family living in Canada. If she could be coercively controlled, anyone
343. Gaslighting: How it Sounds, Works, and Steals Your Reality
Gaslighting - with examples.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Gaslighting: How it Sounds, Works, and Steals Your Reality.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to
340. What Future Faking Is
Future Faking.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: What Future Faking Is.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to "future fake" you in a relationship.
It is a fa
343. Tricia Gray: From Trauma to Triumph – The Inspiring Story Behind "The Lotus Legacy" Memoir
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Tricia Gray grew up as one of four children in Louisiana, raised by a single mother who was trapped in a cycle of abusive relationships.
At just five years old, Tricia became her mother’s protector, shielding her through yea
341. What Ghosting Really Is
Ghosting.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: What Ghosting Really Is.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to "ghost" you in a relationship.
It is a fairly short
339. What Gaslighting Really Is
Gaslighting.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: What Gaslighting Really Is.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to gaslight you in a relationship.
It is a fair
Rereleasing - 219. Anna Astwood - Pt 2 of 2 - Once a Dating Violence Victim. Today, an Active Survivor.
We decided to rerelease this story because it gathered so much attention when it first ran.
This is part two of a two-part story with Anna Astwood.
Anna is a survivor of teen dating violence. It happened about 25 years ago, but she has lived with it every day since. As a survivor herself of sexual assault and teenage dating violence from the ages of 12 to 18 years old, she knows the pain, the t
Rereleasing - 218. Anna Astwood - Pt 1 of 2 - Once a Dating Violence Victim. Today, an Active Survivor.
We decided to rerelease this story because it gathered so much attention when it first ran.
This is part one of a two-part story with Anna Astwood.
Anna is a survivor of teen dating violence. It happened about 25 years ago, but she has lived with it every day since. As a survivor herself of sexual assault and teenage dating violence from the ages of 12 to 18 years old, she knows the pain, the t
338. What You Need to Know About Coercive Control
Coercive Control.
This episode is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: What You Need to Know About Coercive Control.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to coercively contr
337. What You Need to Know About Escalation
Escalation.
This episode is me talking with you.
It is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
Let's call this: What You Need to Know About Escalation.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. It is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone tryin
335. Anne - Unshakeable Army Veteran Lost Herself in an Abusive Relationship
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Anne offered to tell her story to us.
An army veteran, Anne found herself falling for Peter, who was also an army vet. They had a lot in common, so striking up a relationship was very easy.
There are many facets about Peter
334. Crystal - Pt 2 of 2 - Power Imbalances & Hidden Masks: Stopping Patterns of Emotional Abuse
Content Warning & Disclaimer
These stories contain detailed accounts of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, and narcissistic abuse. They include descriptions of alcohol and drug misuse.
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Crystal offered to tell her story to us. The underlying point is,
333. Crystal - Pt 1 of 2 - Power Imbalances & Hidden Masks: Stopping Patterns of Emotional Abuse
Content Warning & Disclaimer
These stories contain detailed accounts of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, and narcissistic abuse. They include descriptions of alcohol and drug misuse.
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Crystal offered to tell her story to us. The underlying point is,
331. Rerelease of "Surviving Abuse from My Wife: Hidden Truths About Men DV Victims"
Content Warning & Disclaimer
This true story contains detailed accounts of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, and a near-fatal poisoning. It includes descriptions of prescription drug misuse.
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse, trauma, or those struggling with suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
We decided to bri
330. Riel - Pt 2 0f 2 Pts - Narcissistic Abuse Survivor: 20 Years of DARVO & Childhood Trauma
Content Warning & Disclaimer
This true story contains detailed accounts of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, and narcissistic abuse that began in childhood and continued into adulthood. It includes descriptions of prescription drug misuse, recreational drug abuse, failed suicide attempts, and completed suicides.
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors
329. Riel - Pt 1 0f 2 Pts - Narcissistic Abuse Survivor: 20 Years of DARVO & Childhood Trauma
Content Warning & Disclaimer
This true story contains detailed accounts of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, and narcissistic abuse that began in childhood and continued into adulthood. It includes descriptions of prescription drug misuse, recreational drug abuse, failed suicide attempts, and completed suicides.
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors
328. Sarah Hanson - Pt 2 of 2 - Love-Bombed, Isolated, and Reclaiming Power
This episode contains descriptions of emotional abuse. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. Our goal is to educate on the many forms of abuse in relationships to promote safer lives. We avoid judgments and
327. Sarah Hanson - Pt 1 of 2 - Love-Bombed, Isolated, and Reclaiming Power
This episode contains descriptions of emotional abuse. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. Our goal is to educate on the many forms of abuse in relationships to promote safer lives. We avoid judgments and
332. Escaping the Conveyor Belt of Chaos: Two Abuse Survivor Stories
Content Warning & Disclaimer
These stories contain detailed accounts of emotional abuse, psychological abuse, and narcissistic abuse. They include descriptions of alcohol and drug misuse.
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
I offered to listeners who recorded their stories that I would pu
326. (Rerelease) J R Waltemyer - Protecting and Enforcing Victims' Rights
We conducted this interview a few years ago. We decided to bring it back now. It is a valuable discussion on how law enforcement can be helpful years after horrible crimes have taken place. This is worth an investment of your time.
J R Waltemyer is a valuable contact at the Office of Victim Advocate (OVA) in Pennsylvania. OVA is the state agency with the authority and duty to advocate for the ri
325. Mae Scott's Story Pt 2 of 2 Pts: A Raw Look at Narcissistic Abuse, Coercive Control, and Betrayal by In-Laws
This episode contains graphic descriptions of emotional abuse, physical abuse, and explicit intimate sexual situations. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. Our goal is to educate on the many forms of abus
324. Mae Scott's Story Pt 1 of 2 Pts: A Raw Look at Narcissistic Abuse, Coercive Control, and Betrayal by In-Laws
This episode contains graphic descriptions of emotional abuse, physical abuse, and explicit intimate sexual situations. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. Our goal is to educate on the many forms of abus
323. Emma - Pt 3 of 3 - A Young Woman's Story of Dating Abuse and Survival
Before diving in, please note:
This episode contains graphic descriptions of emotional abuse, physical abuse, gun violence, and explicit intimate sexual situations. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. O
322. Emma - Pt 2 of 3 - A Young Woman's Story of Dating Abuse and Survival
Before diving in, please note:
This episode contains graphic descriptions of emotional abuse, physical abuse, gun violence, and explicit intimate sexual situations. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. O
321. Emma - Pt 1 of 3 - A Young Woman's Story of Dating Abuse and Survival
Before diving in, please note:
This episode contains graphic descriptions of emotional abuse, physical abuse, gun violence, and explicit intimate sexual situations. It's not suitable for all audiences, especially those sensitive to themes of dating violence or domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast focuses on authentic experiences without sensationalism. O
320. Sharing WHEN DATING HURTS Audiobook Chapters - Pt 2 of 2 Pts
For a long time, I have wanted to share some chapters from my WHEN DATING HURTS book with you. I am happy to have this for you now.
This is part two of a two lengthy episodes. In this case, lengthy means I am sharing a lot...
The WHEN DATING HURTS book is a memoir about my daughter Kristin's murder in 2005 due to dating violence. Reviews describe it as having short, gripping chapters that mix r
319. Sharing WHEN DATING HURTS Audiobook Chapters - Pt 1 of 2 Pts
For a long time, I have wanted to share some chapters from my WHEN DATING HURTS book with you. I am happy to have this for you now.
This is part one of a two lengthy episodes. In this case, lengthy means I am sharing a lot...
The WHEN DATING HURTS book is a memoir about my daughter Kristin's murder in 2005 due to dating violence. Reviews describe it as having short, gripping chapters that mix r
315. DV Survivors Stories Shared on WHEN DATING HURTS
Most of the episodes in this podcast are populated with survivors telling their stories. But there are many more survivors who are not prepared to be interviewed and have their full stories heard around the entire world.
For this very special episode, we asked survivors to either record or email us stories. The recorded stories include the actual voice of survivors. If survivors emailed us their
318. Ruth - Pt 3 of 3 Pts - A Harrowing True Story of Narcissistic Abuse & Domestic Violence
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer:
This episode contains explicit discussions of heavy drug use, narcissistic manipulation, physical violence, attempted murder, and life-threatening domestic violence. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is the real-life survivor story that shows dating abuse and domestic violence can happen to anyone — in Ontario, Canada, the U.S., Australia, South
317. Ruth - Pt 2 of 3 Pts - A Harrowing True Story of Narcissistic Abuse & Domestic Violence
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer:
This episode contains explicit discussions of heavy drug use, narcissistic manipulation, physical violence, attempted murder, and life-threatening domestic violence. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is the real-life survivor story that shows dating abuse and domestic violence can happen to anyone — in Ontario, Canada, the U.S., Australia, South
316. Ruth - Pt 1 of 3 Pts - A Harrowing True Story of Narcissistic Abuse & Domestic Violence
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer:
This episode contains explicit discussions of heavy drug use, narcissistic manipulation, physical violence, attempted murder, and life-threatening domestic violence. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is the real-life survivor story that shows dating abuse and domestic violence can happen to anyone — in Ontario, Canada, the U.S., Australia, South
314. Meghan - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Why Didn’t She Just Leave? A Narcissistic Abuse & Attempted Murder Story
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer
This episode contains explicit discussions of heavy drug use, narcissistic manipulation, physical violence, and attempted murder. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
From the outside, people always ask the same two questions about toxic and abusive relationships:
“Why didn’t you just leave?”
“Why are you still seeing this person?”
This is one of
313. Meghan - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Why Didn’t She Just Leave? A Narcissistic Abuse & Attempted Murder Story
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer
This episode contains explicit discussions of heavy drug use, narcissistic manipulation, physical violence, and attempted murder. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
From the outside, people always ask the same two questions about toxic and abusive relationships:
“Why didn’t you just leave?”
“Why are you still seeing this person?”
This is one of
312. Abe - Growing Up Surrounded by Abuse, Violence & Attempted Murder
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer
This raw, true survivor story contains explicit details of heavy drug use, narcissistic abuse, physical violence, and attempted murder. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
In this powerful episode of When Dating Hurts, we interview Abe, now 20 years old. Before diving in, we strongly recommend listening to episodes 310 and 311 where Abe’s mother, Heather,
311. Heather - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Surviving Narcissistic Abuse, Violence & Attempted Murder
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer: This raw, true survivor story contains explicit details of heavy drug use, narcissistic abuse, physical violence, and attempted murder. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Heather bravely steps forward to share her unfiltered journey in this two-part series. Many assume drugs were the root of her nightmare — but Heather makes one thing crystal clear: dru
310. Heather - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Surviving Narcissistic Abuse, Violence & Attempted Murder
Heather's Powerful Survivor's Story: Overcoming Narcissistic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Addiction & Attempted Murder – Part 1 of 2
Trigger Warning / Content Disclaimer: This raw, true survivor story contains explicit details of heavy drug use, narcissistic abuse, physical violence, and attempted murder. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Heather bravely steps forward to share her unfil
309. Dr. Diane Mueller - Breaking the Trauma Bond: Dating Again After Abuse (and Actually Enjoying It)
Dr. Diane Mueller is a leading naturopathic doctor with dual doctorates in naturopathic medicine and acupuncture & Oriental medicine.
As a best-selling author, international speaker, and founder of the acclaimed sexuality education center MyLibidoDoc.com, she has helped thousands of women and couples reclaim their confidence, libido, and relationships.
She hosts The Libido Lounge podcast — the
308. Keep Sending Us Your Stories (It's Easy)
Hello, it's Bill Mitchell, your host of WHEN DATING HURTS.
Here's what I'd like for you to do:
I am inviting you, our WHEN DATING HURTS listeners, to contribute a 2-3 minute audio recording of your survivor story (or your thoughts about dating abuse or domestic violence) to be included in a future episode.
This initiative is specifically for those of you who may not want to do a full intervie
307. Stalking Interview with Texas Divorce Lawyer & Former Judge Michele Locke: Expert Advice on Stalking & Domestic Violence
Why this interview matters
If you’ve ever been stalked, controlled, or feared for your safety while trying to leave a toxic relationship, this conversation is for you.
In this powerful stalking interview, Texas divorce lawyer and former Associate Judge Michele Locke breaks down exactly how stalking works, how it escalates into domestic violence, and what legal tools actually protect victims — esp
306. Send Us Your Story (It's Easy)
Hello, it's Bill Mitchell, your host of WHEN DATING HURTS.
Here's what I'd like for you to do:
I am inviting you, our WHEN DATING HURTS listeners, to contribute a 2-3 minute audio recording of your survivor story (or your thoughts about dating abuse or domestic violence) to be included in a future episode.
This initiative is specifically for those of you who may not want to do a full intervie
305. Nichole Schmidt - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Gabby Petito's Mother
This is part two of my interview with Nichole Schmidt, the Mother of Gabby Petito.
Most of you remember the Gabby Petito story as it unfolded on national news across this country.
When the reports said this young woman, traveling in a van out west with her boyfriend, had not been heard from for days, I admit I thought he probably killed her. Unfortunately, my intuition was correct.
I wanted
304. Nichole Schmidt - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Gabby Petito's Mother
This is part one of our two-part interview with Nichole Schmidt , the Mother of Gabby Petito.
Most of you remember the Gabby Petito story as it unfolded on national news across this country.
When the reports said this young woman, traveling in a van out west with her boyfriend, had not been heard from for days, I admit I thought he probably killed her. Unfortunately, my intuition was correct.
298. Re-released - Nurse Laura Clary, BSN, RN - Revisiting a Most-Informative Episode
We are bringing back one of our most educational episodes. It was recorded a few years back soon after we met Nurse Laura Clary at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Listen to Ms.Clary and see domestic violence from her point of view as a professional.
Few have as many credentials added to their names as this amazing woman. Allow me to introduce you to Laura Clary, BSN, RN, FNE-A/P, SANE-A.
Th
303. WHEN DATING HURTS - Opinions from Around the World
In this episode, you will hear what the world says about WHEN DATING HURTS heading into 2026.
An open-ended search underscored what we have been trying to accomplish is being achieved. We could not be happier. You should listen.
We gathered a lot of information, then we used a computer-generated voice to read it back for us.
In 2026, we look forward to delivering more episodes with survivor
302. Re-Releasing "Jill" - An Abusive Relationship That Ended 31 Years Ago. Or Did It?
Has it ended? Not yet. Not in the mind of Marcus.
We are re-releasing this episode because it is so strong showing the warning signs we mention so often on WHEN DATING HURTS.
Jill began dating Marcus when she was 16. He was a few years older but seemed to be everything she wanted. Unfortunately, he brought plenty of trouble with him.
Listen to Jill, who lives in Canada, as she takes us throu
299. End of 2025 Wrap-Up with WDH Host, Bill Mitchell
On our "End of 2025" episode, it's just me answering your questions. I hope this is the kind of information you would like to hear.
The questions are ones I hear most often from listeners.
I hope you have a healthy and happy holiday season. This time of year is stressful for a lot of us–especially when we have lost loved ones.
I try my best to focus on what is here now. I appreciate this pod
301. Anna Astwood - A Return Visit from a Survivor of Severe Dating Violence
We are excited to have Anna Astwood return. Anna's first visit was in early 2025.
Anna is a survivor of teen dating violence that occurred about 25 years ago. She has lived with this trauma every day since then. As a survivor of both sexual assault and teen dating violence from the ages of 12 to 18 years old, she knows the pain and the guilt of what relationship violence brings. She knows healin
300. Why I am Removing Three Interviews
This is a very short episode. I explain why I am removing three episodes that ran recently. There were with Michael Clark and his wife, Lynn Clark.
When I ran these interviews, it was with the best intentions and expectations. It is clear I was incorrect in what our listeners would accept.
My loyalty and respect has to be with my listeners – first and foremost. Many are survivors and some are w
277. Rereleased - "Sara" - My Cousin is a DV Survivor
"Sara" is a domestic violence survivor. She is also my cousin.
Sara appeared to be in a perfect marriage. A nice home and three healthy boys. But her ex-husband eventually devolved into a serial abuser. She did all she could to coerce him into getting help, but nothing seemed to work. When living with this man became dangerous, she needed to break free.
Listen to a narrative of patience and cou
296. Stephanie - A Survivor Returns with an Update on Her Life.
This story comes with trigger warning about domestic violence with an emphasis on physical violence.
This is a return interview with Stephanie. We are so happy to have her back with us after several years.
For Stephanie, from the moment she was adopted, there were scant times life showed her an easy path. And yet, she has continually remained ultra-positive.
It is clear the one person Stepha
295. Anne Wintemute - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Co-Founder and CEO of "Aimee Says"
This is part two of a two-part interview with Anne Wintemute.
Anne Wintemute is the Co-founder and CEO of "Aimee Says". Anne is passionate about transforming the conversation around intimate partner violence and for holding domestic violence perpetrators accountable.
I am fascinated about her organization.
Their website, aimeesays.com, is a sanctuary of support and empowerment for people
294. Anne Wintemute - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Co-Founder and CEO of "Aimee Says"
This is part one of a two-part interview with Anne Wintemute.
Anne Wintemute is the Co-founder and CEO of "Aimee Says". Anne is passionate about transforming the conversation around intimate partner violence and for holding domestic violence perpetrators accountable.
I am fascinated about her organization.
Their website, aimeesays.com, is a sanctuary of support and empowerment for people i
293. Hazel - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - She was Stalked for Nearly 20 Years
This is a story about severe stalking. This is part two of two parts.
Whether it fits under the heading of domestic violence isleft to discussion. But I wanted you to hear it so you know how bad stalking can become.
Hazel never had it easy. Her parents were little to no help for her and her brother. They needed to figure everything out for themselves. It was a home at full disfunction.
Hazel
292. Hazel - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - She was Stalked for Nearly 20 Years
This is a story about severe stalking. This is part one of two parts.
Whether it fits under the heading of domestic violence isleft to discussion. But I wanted you to hear it so you know how bad stalking can become.
Hazel never had it easy. Her parents were little to no help for her and her brother. They needed to figure everything out for themselves. It was a home at full disfunction.
Hazel
291. Kailey's Sister was Murdered by Her Brother-in-Law
It was bad. And had Kailey Campbell not been there, it would have been much worse.
Kailey's sister, Kadie, appeared to have everything going for her. The children. The marriage. The career. The house. Everything was just so picture perfect.
But she and her husband disguised what was actually going on.
Kailey had an inkling that something didn't feel right in her sister's life. Then one nigh
288. "Lily" - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Survivor of Gaslighting and Despicable Abuse
The mission of this podcast is to allow survivors of dating abuse and domestic violence to speak their truth about what they experienced. We do this with very little editorial censorship.
This survivor story comes with warnings about severe physical violence. The depictions are disturbing and can be triggering to some listeners.
In part two, of this two-part story with Lily and Sam.
At this
287. "Lily" - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Survivor of Gaslighting and Despicable Abuse
The mission of this podcast is to allow survivors of dating abuse and domestic violence to speak their truth about what they experienced. We do this with very little editorial censorship.
This survivor story comes with warnings about severe physical violence. The depictions are disturbing and can be triggering to some listeners.
In part one, of a two-part story with Lily and Sam, you will hear
286. Roxie - Part 3 of 3 Pts - Three Women Damaged by the Same Offender
This episode of WHEN DATING HURTS includes warnings and disclaimers. Within this three-part story, there are descriptions with adult language, vaping, emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, and several attempted suicides.
This podcast never intends to be sensational. The truth about dating abuse and domestic violence is needed as a warning to you learn all you can about this subject so it
285. Briana - Part 2 of 3 Pts - Three Women Damaged by the Same Offender
This episode of WHEN DATING HURTS includes warnings and disclaimers. Within this three-part story, there are descriptions with adult language, vaping, emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, and several attempted suicides.
This podcast never intends to be sensational. The truth about dating abuse and domestic violence is needed as a warning to you learn all you can about this subject so it
284. Patricia - Part 1 of 3 Pts - Three Women Damaged by the Same Offender
This episode of WHEN DATING HURTS includes warnings and disclaimers. Within this three-part story, there are descriptions with adult language, vaping, emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, and several attempted suicides.
This podcast never intends to be sensational. The truth about dating abuse and domestic violence is needed as a warning to you learn all you can about this subject so it
289. Katie Campbell, President and CEO of "RedRover"
Katie Campbell is president and chief executive officer of RedRover, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping animals and people escaping domestic violence. They support pet-friendly emergency housing and provide disaster relief for animals.
This is episode is worth listening to a few times because it's rich in attending to the needs of. those living with their pets in peril.
I a
282 - Kayla - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - She Should Have Trusted Her Gut
This is part two of two parts with Kayla.
Survivors sometimes fall into traps when they don't trust their gut. Or when they don't take basic steps to stay safe.
Survivors make mistakes just like you and I. But survivors' mistakes often make them pay dearly. Sometimes for the rest of their lives.
Kayla's story puts her mistakes on full display. She never imagined how she'd pay for them the rest
281 - Kayla - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - She Should Have Trusted Her Gut
This is part one of two parts with Kayla.
Survivors sometimes fall into traps when they don't trust their gut. Or when they don't take basic steps to stay safe.
Survivors make mistakes just like you and I. But survivors' mistakes often make them pay dearly. Sometimes for the rest of their lives.
Kayla's story puts her mistakes on full display. She never imagined how she'd pay for them the rest
279. Listen to the Mind of an Abuser - Our Seventh Installment
We want you to hear from the mind of an abuser once more...
This episode, our seventh in this "Mind of the Abuser" series, comes with content and trigger warnings: Domestic abuse, domestic violence, language, and graphic violence.
There is little chance we will get an abuser to join us on this podcast and do a recorded interview. But we have heard enough about the minds of abusers to have insig
280. Hannah Hembree Bell - Lessons from a Divorce Lawyer Who Learned the Hard Way
Hannah Hembree Bell is an award-winning Austin family law attorney, mom of four, and founder and CEO of one of the fastest-growing family law firms in the country, Hembree Bell Law.
After experiencing her own difficult divorce and custody battle, she built a framework to help women avoid the same mistakes. Today, through her firm and her national education community, My Confident Divorce, Hannah
278. Khloe - A Perfect Couple (When He Wasn't Horribly Violent)
This episode will talk about the Warning Signs of a highly unhealthy (dangerous) relationship.
This comes with trigger warnings about descriptions of violence in a relationship. If this story becomes too uncomfortable, perhaps turn it off and direct your attentions someplace safe.
Khloe found her abuser through an online dating service. Everything about the new relationship felt like a perfect
274. Listen to the Mind of an Abuser - Our Sixth Installment
This episode, our sixth in this "Mind of the Abuser" series, comes with content and trigger warnings: Domestic abuse, domestic violence, language, and graphic violence.
There is little chance we will get an abuser to join us on this podcast and do a recorded interview. But we have heard enough about the minds of abusers to have insights into what we would hear.
It would sound like the justific
273. Abuse, Manipulation, Narcissism, Toxic People, Gaslighting & More
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast does not seek to be shocking or sensational. Understand that Domestic Violence and its effects are oftentimes alarming. Please take care of yourself first.
In this episode, you will hear lifesaving insights about abuse, manipulation, toxic people, narcissism, gaslighting, and more.
I urge you to listen to this episode several times. And share it with someone you k
272. - Chloe Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Dating Abuse and Gaslighting Led to Self Harm
This story comes with disclaimers and trigger warnings.
This is part two of a two-part story. In part two, our survivor talks about her use of self harm as a means to control her emotions. Self harm, or cutting, is of course not safe. And it is not a means to improve one's life. By all means, seek professional help if you want to learn more.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast does not seek to be sh
271. - Chloe Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Dating Abuse and Gaslighting Led to Self Harm
This story comes with disclaimers and trigger warnings.
This is part one of a two-part story. In part two, our survivor talks about her use of self harm as a means to control her emotions. Self harm, or cutting, is of course not safe. And it is not a means to improve one's life. By all means, seek professional help if you want to learn more.
The WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast does not seek to b
276. "Marie" - Was Her Sister Bound to Become a DV Statistic?
This WHEN DATING HURTS episode comes with trigger warnings about descriptions of drugs and horrible violence in relationships. If this story becomes too uncomfortable for you, perhaps turn it off and direct your full attention someplace safe for you.
Marie and her siblings grew up in a family with two parents whose actions underscore they probably never wanted to be parents. They lived in a dange
275. After 3 Years, Host Bill Mitchell Revisits the "What Was That Like" Podcast
Three years ago, I was asked to appear on a huge podcast called, "What Was That Like". The host is Scott Johnson. "WWTL" is a HUGE podcast with many thousands of listeners. It is as successful a podcast as was ever created.
In 2022, appearing on WWTL was a great opportunity to boost my listening audience if I did well. Apparently, I was good enough to see my podcast take off in more ways than I
270. Natalie - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - "Bad Pickers" Often Pick Horrible Abusers
Some survivors become "bad pickers".
It seems like, whoever they start a relationship with turns out to be a bad actor. Maybe an abuser. But, time and time again, no matter how hard they try, bad picker's partners inevitably turn from dream dates to total nightmares.
Warning signs are present but not recognized. Or they are ignored. "Bad pickers" can also become "fixers".
Fixers try to "fix"
269. Natalie - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - "Bad Pickers" Often Pick Horrible Abusers
Some survivors become "bad pickers".
It seems like, whoever they start a relationship with turns out to be a bad actor. Maybe an abuser. But, time and time again, no matter how hard they try, bad picker's partners inevitably turn from dream dates to total nightmares.
Warning signs are present but not recognized. Or they are ignored. "Bad pickers" can also become "fixers".
Fixers try to "fix"
268. Savannah - Her Abuser Dominated Her Life - Even Post-Marriage
Savannah was in this relationship for a little less than a year and felt she lost her sense of sanity. She had been in financial and physically abusive relationships before, but this one was different.
The psychological abuse was the most devastating thing she had ever encountered. Her abuser isolated her from all her friends – even isolated her from herself, because it got to a point where she
265. Sean Johnson, Host of the "ControltheFreak" Podcast (London)
Sean Johnson, located in London, England, is the host of the outstanding "ControltheFreak" podcast. What sets him apart from anyone we have ever included on our podcast is: he was an abuser.
After years of dominant behavior, which he is not proud about, Sean reinvented himself. His new iteration is a recovered control freak who talks to listeners about the triggers and motivations of dominant a
267. Bruce Bieber - Lost His Daughter to OIDV (Officer-Involved Domestic Violence)
This episode comes with a long list of warning signs. The graphic descriptions of domestic violence in this survivor story can be triggering to some. There are instances of "adult language", as well. But the scenes depicted needed to be included so listeners can hear what often happens in unhealthy relationships. Please decide carefully whether you should listen to this episode or not.
Bruce Bieb
266. Caroline Orman - Domestic Violence Survivor and Author of "The Other Side of Fear"
Caroline Orman is a domestic violence survivor and author from the UK.
Her debut book, THE OTHER SIDE OF FEAR, is a narrative non-fiction that tells of the incredible events that took place after she left her abusive marriage. It can be found on Amazon.
In this WHEN DATING HURTS episode, she will tell us about her marriage to a man who became increasingly more abusive. There were two children
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