In this powerful episode of Bitch is a Bad Word, we sit down with Anne Wintemute, Co-Founder and CEO of Aimee Says—the first AI-powered companion designed specifically for victims and survivors of domestic violence, including narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, and psychological abuse. Anne shares her journey from founding a nationally recognized micro school to becoming a fierce advocate for survivor safety, children’s rights, and systems that hold abusers accountable.

We dive into how Aimee, the AI companion, gives survivors a compassionate voice and helps them safely navigate the complex realities of intimate partner violence (IPV). Anne opens up about what inspired her to build tech that listens, believes, and empowers.

Whether you’re a survivor, supporter, mental health advocate, or just curious about how AI can support trauma recovery, this conversation is a must-listen.

Topics Covered:

• Using AI to support survivors of domestic abuse

• Narcissistic abuse and psychological manipulation

• Navigating the legal and emotional aftermath of DV

• Empowering women through technology and storytelling

• Building systems that believe survivors

About Aimee Says:

Aimee is more than just a tool—she’s a trauma-informed digital ally that helps survivors find clarity, safety, and validation. Co-founded by Anne Wintemute and Steven Nichols, Aimee was created to amplify survivor voices in a world that too often silences them.

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• Learn more: aimeesays.com

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This podcast is for you if you're asking questions such as:

• Am I in an abusive relationship?
• What are the five (5) signs of emotional abuse?
• How do I know if I'm being emotionally abused by my husband / wife / partner?
• Am I in a toxic relationship?
• How do I tell if I'm in a domestic abusive relationship?
• What are signs of narcissistic abuse?
• What are the red flags of emotional abuse?
• Am I thinking of calling the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH)?
• What is the effect on my children of living in an abusive house?
• Will I lose my children if I report my abusive husband / wife / partner?
• How to escape an abuser with your children?

Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Podcast On Domestic Abuse is a podcast about identifying and navigating your way through and out of Domestic Violence and Domestic Abuse, hosted by two survivors of Domestic Abuse.

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