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
382. Dynamics that Make Coercive Control Effective and Difficult to Escape
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Dynamics that Make Coercive Control Effective and Difficult to Escape.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digita
374. Listen to the Mind of an Abuser - Our Eighth Installment
We want you to hear from the mind of an abuser once more...
This episode, our eighth in this "Mind of the Abuser" series, comes with content and trigger warnings: Domestic abuse, domestic violence, language, and graphic violence.
We have heard enough about the minds and justifications of abusers to have insights into what we would probably hear.
It would sound like the excuses for actions tak
370. Isolation - Your Partner Wants You Away from Your Support Network
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Isolation - Your Partner Wants You Away from Your Support Network
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital tech
373. Emily’s Story - Pt 2 of 2 Pts: Groomed, Controlled and Stalked by an Abusive Predator
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. There is a description of a rape. There is drug usage and both knife and gun violence. There is both emotional and verbal abuse. There is physical violence and the use of adult language. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is part two of a two-part story with Em
372. Emily’s Story Pt 1 of 2 Pts: Groomed, Controlled and Stalked by an Abusive Predator
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. There is a description of a rape. There is drug usage and both knife and gun violence. There is both emotional and verbal abuse. There is physical violence and the use of adult language. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
This is part one of a two-part story with Em
371. Stonewalling - When Communication is Controlled by Your Abuser
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Stonewalling - When Communication is Controlled by Your Abuser.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital techn
368. Shael Norris - Exec. Dir. "SafeBAE" - Youth-led Nonprofit Stopping Sexual Violence
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Shael Norris is the executive director of SafeBAE, a youth-led nonprofit dedicated to stopping sexual violence before it starts. Their focus is on middle and high school students.
The mission of SafeBAE is to empower student
369. Ghosting Part 2 - When Your Partner Disappears to Control You
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Ghosting - When Your Partner Disappears to Control You.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a st
363. Jena Jake - Understanding Attraction Patterns & Warning Signs in Abusive Relationships
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Jena Jake is a licensed therapist, certified coach, and author. Some of her many areas of focus are: prevention, early warning signs, and self-awareness.
She will talk about personality dynamics, emotional blind spots, attr
367. Dog Whistles - Covert Abuse Signals Abusers use to Control You
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Dog Whistles - Covert Abuse Signals Abusers use to Control You
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped i
366. Breadcrumbing - How We become Strung Along by Abusers
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Breadcrumbing - How We become Strung Along by Abusers
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a stor
362. Megan Margherio - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - "Everwoven": Overcoming Stepbrother Abuse & Abusive Marriage
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 of two parts with Megan Margherio, author of "Everwoven."
Megan's upbringing included abuse at home from her stepbrother. Her mother and stepfather were no help when she came to them while dealing with her
361. Megan Margherio - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - "Everwoven": Overcoming Stepbrother Abuse & Abusive Marriage
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 two parts with Megan Margherio, author of "Everwoven."
Megan's upbringing included abuse at home from her stepbrother. Her mother and stepfather were no help when she came to them while dealing with her st
365. Pocketing - How We Become Hidden Out of View by Abusers
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Pocketing - How We Become Hidden Out of View by Abusers
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a st
364. Hoovering - How We are Vacuumed Back into Abusive Relationships
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Hoovering - How We are Vacuumed Back into Abusive Relationships
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped i
360. Bill Mitchell's Appearance on "This Is Actually Happening" Podcast
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
I was invited to appear on the podcast, This Is Actually Happening, about four years ago. It was a breakthrough for me because it exposed my podcast to many thousands more listeners than I had back then.
The interview did we
353. Coercive Control - How to Detect It. How to Break Free.
Coercive Control.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Coercive Control - How to Detect It. How to Break Free from It.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Blame Shifting -- What It Is. How to
352. Trauma Bonding - What It Is. How To Break Free.
Trauma Bonding.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Trauma Bonding - What It Is. How To Break Free.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Blame Shifting -- What It Is. How to Deal With It.
Th
359. Kayleigh - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Abused for 15 Years. Love Bombing, Red Flags & Breaking Free from Controlling Husband
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 of two parts with Kayleigh.
Kayleigh was in a relationship for 15 years. In fact, it ended only weeks ago.
She wanted to bring us her story as soon as she could. And it is worth your time and attention.
H
358. Kayleigh - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Abused for 15 Years. Love Bombing, Red Flags & Breaking Free from Controlling Husband
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 two parts with Kayleigh.
Kayleigh was in a relationship for 15 years. In fact, it ended only weeks ago.
She wanted to bring us her story as soon as she could. And it is worth your time and attention.
H
351. Fast Tracking - What It Feels Like. How to Stop It.
Fast Tracking.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Fast Tracking - What It Feels Like. How to Stop It.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Blame Shifting -- What It Is. How to Deal With It.
350. Blame Shifting -- What It Is. How to Deal With It.
Blame Shifting.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
We call this: Blame Shifting -- What It Is. How to Deal With It.
This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technolo
357. Rereleasing Brenda - Losing Her Freedom to an Abuser Who Refused to Let Go
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Brenda's story has many twists and turns.
You will hear the insidious ways her abuser would not give up when she expressed no further interest in him. He was going to maintain control over her no matter what. Wrestling contr
342. How Abusers use Digital Technology to Control and Stalk
How Abusers use Digital Technology to Control and Stalk.
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research.
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 use digital technology to control and stalk you
354. Anna Astwood Speaks about Her New Book, "But He Said He Loved Me"
This episode talks about a new book entitled, "But He Said He Loved Me."
Anna Astwood has been a survivor guest on WHEN DATING HURTS twice.
During her first interview, she said she started a book two decades ago, but put it away, and she did not finish it
When she returned for her second interview in December 2025, she mentioned her book again. She was urged to pick up the book and bring it to
356. Rereleasing Erin's Story - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - The Nightmare of Escaping Charlie's Demands & Total Control
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 the second part of a two-part story with Erin.
We interviewed Erin about three years ago, and her story has remained on our minds ever since. So, we're bringing it back to you.
Erin was taken advantage of while sh
355. Rereleasing Erin's Story - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - The Nightmare of Escaping Charlie's Demands & Total Control
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 the first in a two-part story with Erin.
We interviewed Erin about three years ago, and her story has remained on our minds ever since. So, we're bringing it back to you.
Erin was taken advantage of while she was s
348. Devaluation in an Abusive Relationship
"Devaluation in an Abusive Relationship"
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: Devaluation in an Abusive Relationship.
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
346. "Flying Monkeys" - What They Are and How to Deal with Them
"Understanding Flying Monkeys"
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: Understanding Flying Monkeys
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 s
349. Karan’s Story: A Therapist’s Experience with Domestic Abuse, Trauma & Resilience
Content Warning & Disclaimer
Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised.
Karan told me she spent the past several months healing from a deeply harmful relational experience.
She understands how stories like hers bring both awareness and healing, and so she wanted to share with us.
What makes he
347. Financial Abuse in Abusive Relationships
"Financial Abuse in Abusive Relationships"
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: Financial Abuse in Abusive Relationships.
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
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
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