The High School Files, Ep. 3: Dear Twin Brother: The Betrayal That Shattered Us
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about the betrayal that cut the deepest — the one that came from the person I once called my twin. Raised just 11 months apart, my brother and I were seen as inseparable. We wore matching outfits, shared birthday cakes, and lived like we were twins. But everything changed when a family secret came to light — one that shattered our bond and exposed cracks I never saw coming.
This episode explores how jealousy, unresolved pain, and betrayal turned my biggest childhood ally into one of my loudest high school bullies. I share how his actions not only broke my heart but played a role in the outcome of a life-altering court case after I was sexually assaulted. And years later, when I learned the full truth about our past, it led to a final, painful separation.
This is a story about family, silence, survival — and what it means to grieve someone who’s still alive.
If you’ve ever felt alone in your pain, this episode is for you.
31 May 2025
The High School Files: Ep. 2: The Year I Disappeared
Nia Renee recounts her high school experience of isolation and erasure after enduring a traumatic event, highlighting the struggle to reclaim her voice and sense of safety in an interview.
17 May 2025
The High School Files: The Boy I Loved at Fourteen. Episode 1: When Trauma Looks Like Love
Coach Nia Renee shares her personal story of first love at fourteen, revealing how unresolved trauma and emotional neglect led to a confusing relationship marked by secrecy and manipulation.
8 Jun 2023
Candid interview with Nia Renee's Father
Nia Renee interviews her father about their evolving relationship, exploring how they transitioned from a parent-child dynamic to relating as two adults.
6 Mar 2023
Signs of a narcissistic/toxic parent & how to cope
The host identifies five types of narcissistic parental abuse, offering listeners effective coping strategies for dealing with toxic family dynamics.
13 Feb 2023
GUESS WHO'S BACK?!
The host discusses their return from hiatus after brain surgeries and expresses excitement to share new life updates with listeners.
29 Jan 2023
Is Chrisean the narcissist or is it Blue Face?? w/ Lee Hammock @mentalhealness
Lee Hammock analyzes the complex and potentially harmful relationship between Chrisean Rock and Blue Face, addressing concerns about toxicity and abuse in their dynamic in this interview.
24 Mar 2022
I am engaged! But why do I feel like I am an imposter?!
The host explores feelings of imposter syndrome despite being engaged to their best friend, revealing the complexities of self-doubt during major life events.
19 Jan 2022
I need to get some things off my chest!
The host shares personal struggles with life and love, examining projected behaviors and the process of unlearning them.
5 Jan 2022
How to Love a Battered Woman Podcast??!!
Nia Renee discusses her organization, How to Love a Battered Woman, in this interview episode.
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