Is Anybody Out There?

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, we’re joined by Diane Hooker, a domestic violence survivor, writer, coach, and founder of DLH Financial.

Diane shares her experiences and perspective as a survivor while discussing the journey of rebuilding, finding strength, and creating a life beyond abuse.

Her story is a powerful reminder that your past does not have to define your future—and that healing can become a source of strength, purpose, and hope.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about resilience, empowerment, and finding your way forward.

Music Guest: Tiffee 

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"Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women and the YWCA. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, we’re joined by fellow Podcaster Rosie for a deeply honest conversation about the cost of staying in an abusive relationship—and the courage it can take to finally walk away.

Rosie opens up about her experience of leaving after 30 years, while also sharing her journey with sobriety, narcissism, and the long-term impact of an abusive relationship.

Her story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to choose yourself, reclaim your life, and begin again.

Join us for an honest conversation about survival, recovery, recognizing unhealthy patterns, and finding the strength to leave—even after decades.

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Music Guest: Abby Vice

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"Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women and the YWCA. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, Patti and Andrea sit down with Chris, the first male survivor to share his story on the podcast.

Chris shines a powerful light on a form of domestic violence that often goes unnoticed, unnamed, and unvalidated: psychological abuse.

As someone whose life revolves around logic, precision, and clarity, Chris never expected to find himself unraveling under the weight of manipulation, isolation, and emotional control—abuse that left no visible bruises, but caused deep and lasting wounds.

In this powerful conversation, Chris opens up about how the abuse began, how it slowly eroded his confidence, and the moment he realized that what he was experiencing was abuse. He also discusses the unique challenges men can face when seeking help, the difficult journey of rebuilding self-trust after emotional manipulation, and how he transformed his own pain into purpose through advocacy.

This episode is a reminder that abuse is abuse, whether or not it leaves scars.

And men, too, deserve to be heard, believed, supported, and safe.

Music Guest: Kristen Krefthttps://www.instagram.com/k_sings_loud/?hl=en

"Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women and the YWCA. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

In this insightful and deeply grounding episode of Is Anybody Out There?, hosts Patti Collins and Andrea sit down with renowned trauma-informed counselor Dr. La Guardia to explore one of the least understood — but most life-changing — aspects of domestic violence:

Music Guest: Juls

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"Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women and the YWCA. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

In this deeply personal and courage-filled episode of Is Anybody Out There?, hosts Patti Collins and Andrea Langfield sit down with Teresa to explore what healing after abuse truly looks like — the emotional unraveling, the rebuilding, the moments of clarity, and the quiet bravery it takes to choose yourself again. Teresa opens up about the early signs of emotional abuse, including name-calling, intimidation, and the unpredictable cycles of someone struggling with alcoholism. She shares what it felt like to navigate a relationship where apologies sometimes came through money, but real change never followed. Through counseling, she began to understand emotional unavailability and the impact it had on her self-worth — and how reclaiming her power meant finally choosing peace over chaos. Her story is one of honesty, tenderness, and triumph. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t just about leaving — it’s about learning, growing, and rediscovering the parts of yourself that were silenced.

Music Guest: Honour Rae

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"Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women and the YWCA. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Is Anybody Out There? Erika Sussman, the visionary founder of the Center for Survivor Agency and Justice (CSAJ). Through her work as an attorney and national advocate, Erika has seen firsthand that there is no safety without economic security — and that financial abuse is one of the most overlooked yet devastating forms of domestic violence. Erika shares the stories that shaped her mission: Barbara, a teenage immigrant survivor who had a protection order but no resources to survive on her own, and Nasratu, who discovered more than $30,000 in coerced debt she never knew existed. These cases revealed a truth many survivors know too well: without financial stability, leaving can be impossible — and rebuilding can feel out of reach. Together, Patti, Andrea, and Erika explore how economic abuse traps survivors long after the relationship ends, how coerced debt destroys futures, and why 2025 is a crisis moment as funding cuts leave survivors with fewer options than ever. Erika also explains how CSAJ is fighting back through legal training, policy reform, survivor leadership, and national advocacy.

If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.

"Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefeld, empowered by Women Helping Women. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection. Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment. Through survivor stories, expert conversations, musical guests, and open listener call-ins, each episode builds a community of hope, strength, and understanding. Whether you’re surviving, healing, or supporting someone who is, this podcast reminds you: you are not alone. Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

This week we sit down with Myra Washington, the soulful artist behind the show’s theme song — created in collaboration with the legendary Bootsy Collins. Inspired by Patti’s survival story, “Is Anybody Out There?” has become more than a song — it’s an anthem of hope for women who feel unheard, unseen, or alone in their journey through domestic violence.

Although Myra has not personally experienced abuse, she has devoted herself to using her voice as a form of advocacy, healing, and truth. She shares why she believes music can open hearts, spark awareness, and push conversations forward — especially in communities where silence has been the norm for far too long.

Together, they explore how art can become a lifeline, how sound can restore the spirit, and why it matters when artists take a stand for survivors. You’ll also hear the story behind the song, how Bootsy Collins became involved, and the deeper message they hope listeners carry with them.

If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.

Myra Washington:

“Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, we’re joined by Liz for an honest and powerful conversation about the psychological side of abuse.

Liz shares her personal story and discusses love bombing, gaslighting, manipulation, and other forms of psychological abuse that can leave survivors questioning themselves and their reality.

Through her experiences and the lessons she’s learned along the way, Liz offers encouragement and practical insight for survivors working to stand strong, especially mentally.

This episode is a reminder that abuse isn’t always visible. Sometimes the deepest wounds are the ones others can’t see.

Join us for a powerful conversation about recognizing psychological abuse, reclaiming your strength, and remembering that you are not alone.

Musical Guest: Wentzel

“Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, we’re joined by DJ Roots for an important conversation about digital abuse and how technology can be used as a tool for control.

DJ Roots courageously shares her experience with abuse from an ex, including tracking, harassment, and controlling behavior through smartphones and social media.

As technology becomes an increasingly connected part of our lives, it’s important to recognize that abuse doesn’t always happen face-to-face. Digital harassment and monitoring can be just as frightening, invasive, and damaging.

Join us for this eye-opening conversation about digital abuse, recognizing the warning signs, taking back control, and finding a path toward freedom and healing.

Musical Guest: Mayalou

“Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.

This week on “Is Anybody Out There?”, we’re joined by Senovia Byndon, founder of the annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk, for a powerful conversation about breaking the cycle of abuse.

Senovia courageously shares her journey of witnessing abuse as a child and how those experiences affected her relationships later in life. Together, we explore the lasting impact domestic violence can have, the importance of recognizing unhealthy patterns, and what it takes to break generational cycles.

Most importantly, this episode highlights the power of community. Healing doesn’t have to happen alone, and creating safer communities starts with awareness, compassion, and people willing to stand together.

Join us for an honest and inspiring conversation about breaking the cycle, finding healing, and building a community where survivors know they are supported. 

Musical Guest: Khara

“Is Anybody Out There?” is a powerful and heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Patti Collins and Andrea Langefield, empowered by Women Helping Women. Dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence, the show creates a safe and supportive space where survivors, advocates, and allies can speak, be heard, and find connection.

Each episode shines a light on the many forms of abuse—emotional, physical, financial, and psychological—through unfiltered survivor stories, expert perspectives, and practical resources for healing and empowerment.

With engaging segments like City Queen Sounds, listener call-ins, and thought-provoking conversations, “Is Anybody Out There?” amplifies women’s voices and connects communities with the tools to spark change. Whether you’re a survivor on a healing journey, a supporter looking to help, or someone seeking to understand, this podcast delivers honesty, awareness, and hope.

Join Patti Collins and her guests as they break the silence, end the stigma, and empower women everywhere.

If you are a survivor, a supporter, or someone who believes in the power of purpose-driven art — this episode is your reminder that healing can come from unexpected places… and that you are never alone.