Known and Trusted

About Known and Trusted

Known and Trusted with Anna Sonoda, LCSW Grooming doesn’t look like danger. It looks like trust. Known and Trusted is the podcast that exposes how child predators gain access to kids, focusing on how they do it, not why they do it. Hosted by Anna Sonoda, LCSW, former therapist to convicted offenders turned grooming prevention authority, this series equips families, parents, and professionals with clear tools to recognize grooming before harm occurs. Through real survivor stories and expert insights, each episode reveals the hidden patterns predators use and shows how adults can build stronger safety around children. Because when families understand grooming, they can stop it. And that’s how we start a movement to end child sexual abuse, one story, one strategy, one conversation at a time. Who should listen? Parents who want to raise confident, safe, and aware kids. Educators, coaches, and youth leaders looking for clear, practical tools. Therapists, advocates, and policymakers committed to prevention. What will you gain? Real-world insights into how grooming works and how it hides in plain sight. Survivor stories that reveal patterns others miss. Clear strategies to strengthen your family’s safety net without fear-based messaging. A new lens on trust-how to recognize it, protect it, and teach it to kids. Why share it? Because grooming prevention is the next parenting revolution. Every download, every share, and every conversation helps shift our culture from silence to safety. Together, we can make grooming visible before harm occurs.

Publisher

Anna Sonoda, LCSW

Category

kids & family · true crime

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

27 Oct 2025

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

38 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Adults in the Room: An Interview with Isolde and Jeannie

   The conversation explores the profound impact of the podcast 'Adults in the Room' on societal perceptions of abuse and grooming. It highlights the importance of storytelling in raising awareness and the ongoing challenges in addressing institutional responsibilities. In this conversation, the hosts discuss their experiences and aspirations for the second season of their podcast, focusing on the importance of self-care, storytelling, and addressing the complexities of grooming in schools. Check out more at the link below and share it with anyone who could benefit from this discussion. https://www.kuow.org/podcast/focus (https://www.kuow.org/podcast/focus) Takeaways Widespread impact of grooming Importance of storytelling in abuse awareness Focus on self-care in journalism Engaging storytelling for broader audience Chapters 00:00 Response to 'Adults in the Room' 03:02 Cultural Shifts in Abuse Awareness 05:59 Building Relationships with Victims 12:06 Understanding Abuse and Grooming 18:09 Personal and Professional Impact of the Project 23:52 Institutional Responsibility and Change 29:57 Future Investigations and Season Two 32:56 Season Two Aspirations 35:40 Balancing Work and Well-being 38:30 The Importance of Storytelling 40:14 Barriers to Addressing Grooming 44:15 Understanding Grooming Dynamics 52:54 Empowering Action Against Abuse

2. 

   25 Sept 2026

   Stacie: Not Just a Terrible Story

   The conversation covers Stacie's personal experience with grooming in high school, the impact of grooming, and the importance of recognizing grooming behaviors. It also delves into the role of teachers, parents, and the reporting structure in preventing and addressing grooming. Stacie shares insights from her upcoming podcast, 'Not Just a Terrible Story,' which sheds light on the issue of grooming in high schools. https://terriblestory.substack.com/about (https://terriblestory.substack.com/about) Takeaways Grooming behaviors can be subtle and may feel positive to the victim, making it important to educate children and parents about recognizing red flags. Teachers play a crucial role in preventing grooming, and reporting structures should be re-evaluated to ensure unbiased reporting and investigation. Stacie's podcast, 'Not Just a Terrible Story,' provides detailed accounts of grooming experiences and aims to raise awareness about the issue of grooming in high schools.

3. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Cobb County and The Bluest Eye

   The episode discusses the importance of addressing difficult material with children, particularly in the context of grooming prevention and awareness. It emphasizes the power of story to provide children with the language and context to recognize and discuss uncomfortable subjects. Takeaways Grooming is a process, not just a list of warning signs Children need language and context to distinguish healthy relationships from patterns of grooming Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Removing Difficult Material 02:21 Understanding Grooming as a Process 06:07 Teaching Children to Recognize Grooming 10:25 The Role of Adults in Grooming Prevention 15:06 Empowering Children to Speak Up

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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