Welcome to Shannon’s Sharp, where a trauma survivor shares her incredible story and provides unique insight and opinions on pop culture, fandom, and life. Come meet the survivor finally ready to speak up. In this episode, Shannon discusses why she wants to start a podcast, the journey she’s been on to get here, and the burning desire to be seen.

Small business shoutout: Noodles Creationz

• Adorn yourself in ✨extraordinary ✨ handmade, small-batch jewelry inspired by mysticism, art, and the swirling beauty of the cosmos. As a proud LGBTQIA-owned micro business, each piece is crafted with intention using repurposed materials—turning forgotten treasures into wearable magic for every identity and every style.
• Shannon has an amethyst and garnet ear cuff set that can see on the @shanshanecker instagram post announcing the podcast debut.
• The current featured collection is the Enchanted Court, perfect for fans of fantasy and romance! (or romantasy, anyone?)
• https://noodlescreationz.squarespace.com/
• Noodle also offers tarot, oracle, and casting readings online and in person (local to New England). Check if they will be at a renfaire or festival near you 👀

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My Own Story can be found with full text and isolated poem performance audio on Shannon’s Substack here

• https://shanshanecker.substack.com/p/my-own-story-994

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Shannon can be found @shanshanecker on Instagram, TikTok, Substack, and Pinterest. Check out her other instas @shannoneckerauthor for poetry and publishing, and @siren_cassandra if you like mermaids.

Thank you for listening!🫶