A podcast where we dive deep into what really goes on inside of domestic violence relationships that makes it so hard to simply "just leave". Through stories of survivors, and practical conversations with guests, I am going to put the microscope back on what the abuser is doing that causes us to become so trapped in the first place, and how each survivor was eventually freed. We will discuss what abusive relationships look like, sound like, and feel like for the purpose of educating and relating to one another in a much needed way. <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Why She Stayed
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A podcast where we dive deep into what really goes on inside of domestic violence relationships that makes it so hard to simply "just leave". Through stories of survivors, and practical conversations with guests, I am going to put the microscope back on what the abuser is doing that causes us to become so trapped in the first place, and how each survivor was eventually freed. We will discuss what abusive relationships look like, sound like, and feel like for the purpose of educating and relating to one another in a much needed way. <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes

March 17, 2026
Ep. 87: (Re-Release) Lundy Bancroft Interview: Why Does He Do That?
Host [Host Name] interviews Lundy Bancroft, author and expert on domestic abuse, as he explains the motivations behind controlling men's behavior.

February 24, 2026
Ep. 86: What If I Ruin His Life?- The Fear, the Grooming, and the People Who Said She'd Destroy Him.
Lindsey recounts her experience with psychological grooming and manipulation, detailing how her partner normalized cheating, reframed reality, and convinced her she was responsible for his well-being, illustrating the insidious nature of abuse.

February 10, 2026
Ep. 85: Twist, Blame, Repeat
Kelly shares her personal experience with a relationship characterized by reality twisting and blame-shifting, highlighting the isolation and confusion caused by her abuser's contrasting public persona in this interview.
87 total episodes available with 31 transcripts
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