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Ashley grew up in a polygamous family—where one dad, six wives, and dozens of kids lived under one roof. She shares the surprising realities of her childhood, the family dynamics, the challenges, and the unexpected beauty of life in such a massive household.

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00:02:51 What's it like being born into a family with many siblings?

00:04:12 Why do people have multiple wives in Utah? 00:08:34 How does polygamy relate to religion?

00:10:31 What are the differences between polygamist groups?

00:18:04 How is your relationship with your parents different in a polygamist family?

00:20:01 What is tithing?

00:28:19 How did other kids treat the kids from a polygamist family?00:32:20 What's it like learning your sibling has unlived themselves?00:38:10 Why do people laugh sometimes as a response to trauma?00:40:07 What's it like viewing the body of a family member at a funeral?00:43:03 What's it like when a sibling dies in a big polygamist family?00:48:25 What kind of thoughts do people have after someone they know unalives?00:51:39 How do people commiserate together after a loss?00:57:58 If you're raised polygamist do you grow up to also be polygamist?01:00:46 Do you see people in dreams after they have passed?

01:03:24 How does dating work in a polygamous marriage?

01:11:27 How many wives do polygamists have?

01:16:33 What's it like when your partner's family doesn't like you?

01:18:17 How do small communities gossip?

01:20:40 What does it mean to get "sealed" in the LDS tradition?

01:24:59 What does a hard pregnancy look like?

01:28:19 What's it like having your water break during pregnancy?

01:34:03 What's it like giving birth?

01:37:37 How does it feel to want to leave a polygamist lifestyle?

01:39:09 Why in some religions do they have multiple wives?

01:42:45 How do you leave a polygamist religion?

01:43:28 What is religious OCD?

01:48:51 How does postpartum depression feel?

01:54:42 What is the semicolon project?

02:03:50 What is a home birth?

02:14:16 What's it like learning your child's gender at birth?

02:24:13 How do families react when you leave their religion?

02:30:28 How does losing a close family member still impact you later in life?

Topics: Polygamy, Big Family, Multiple Wives, Family Dynamics

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He was once one of Northern California’s Top 10 Most Wanted—on the run for three years and locked up twice for drug trafficking. But today, he's not hiding from the law—he's inspiring thousands. This is the raw, unfiltered story Bryan, who hit rock bottom and turned his life around.
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00:01:41 How can 2nd hand cigarette smoke affect young children?
00:14:59 What does proper gun safety with a child look like?
00:15:31 How do children perceive wealth?
00:22:02 How do people view you differently after being in prison?
00:27:32 How do kids start dealing drugs?
00:32:15 What is a confidential informant?
00:35:37 How traumatic is prison?
00:40:57 What does a model release from prison look like?
00:45:32 How does prison destroy relationships?
00:51:18 How can a man be a victim of domestic violence?
01:01:49 Is it natural to regret things in the past?
01:05:15 What's it like finding someone's secrets after they have passed?
01:10:21 What's it like losing a job because of a criminal record?
01:16:34 How much money can you make doing crime?
01:17:46 Why doesn't money make you happy?
01:19:51 How do drug dealers get caught?
01:24:37 What's it like escaping from the police?
01:27:08 What's it like being a fugitive from federal law enforcement
01:30:22 How do you stay on the run from the law for years?
01:32:01 How does it feel to be a fugitive?
01:38:20 How do top 10 fugitives get caught?
01:44:13 What does it look like for a man to experience domestic violence?
01:57:05 Did a lot of prisoners get released during covid?
01:59:51 What is a "dark night of the soul"?
02:01:43 How can you really love yourself?
02:04:45 What is mental muscle?
02:10:31 How can it help to share your story?

Topics: Redemption, Most Wanted, Fugitive, Criminal Past, Prison Life

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Gracie shares her journey through domestic violence, abuse, and survival. At just 20 years old and pregnant, Grace found herself trapped in an abusive relationship with someone she had once trusted. What began with physical abuse escalated into terrifying forms of control, manipulation, and trauma — all while she fought to protect her daughter.

00:23:30 How can people be different from how you imagine them?

00:06:28 Is it a red flag if they don't want to meet your family?

00:09:10 What is mirroring behavior?

00:15:29 How can people react in domestic violence situations?

00:28:15 How can alcohol impact remembering domestic violence situations?

00:34:28 Should you take photos of injuries from domestic violence?

00:38:00 What's it like getting pregnant with an abusive partner?

00:42:18 What's it like confronting an abuser for cheating?

00:47:39 How can victims rationalize abuse?

00:57:24 Can stress cause a premature birth?

00:58:45 What was it like giving birth during Covid?

01:03:28 What's the wrong thing to do with a newborn baby?

01:06:59 How can consensual intercourse become non-consensual

01:14:03 How do abusers take advantage of empathy?

01:19:33 What's it like when a parent doesn't want to be in their child's life? 

00:26:51 Why do people not trust police always with domestic violence situations?

01:35:00 How can it feel when your abuser victimizes someone else?

01:37:23 What are some of the lasting effects from domestic violence?

01:40:32 How can therapy help after domestic violence?

01:42:53 How important is it to lose your shame about being a victim?

01:46:51 How does talking about trauma help?

Topics: Domestic Violence, Pregnancy, Toxic Relationships, Abuse, Cycle of Abuse, Control

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In 1999, the state of Kansas witnessed one of the most horrifying cases of child abuse in its history. This is the true story of a young girl who endured unimaginable pain, isolation, and neglect—but against all odds, she survived.

Kimberly's Links:

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goin.with.no.colon?_t=ZT-8xoL7SnrWUX&_r=1

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- https://www.cjonline.com/story/news/crime/2018/06/22/kansas-supreme-court-sends-sex-crime-case-back-to-shawnee-county-district-court/11907102007/

- https://fox4kc.com/news/woman-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-murdering-her-estranged-husband-in-leavenworth/

- https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Fae

- https://www.wibw.com/2021/03/17/son-of-burlingame-woman-found-dead-remembers-his-mom/?outputType=amp

- http://www.osagecountyonline.com/archives/39413

- https://kscourts.gov/KSCourts/media/KsCourts/Opinions/123671.pdf

Topics: Child Abuse, Abuse Survivor, True Crime

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For four years, Cassandra Rosa was stalked by someone hiding in plain sight — someone she believed was a friend.

In this episode, she shares how the stalking started, how it escalated, and how she finally uncovered the truth. Cassandra now speaks out to raise awareness, help others spot the red flags, and encourage people to trust their instincts.

Cassandra's Links:

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00;01;01;13 How does being a realtor expose you to the public?

00;02;53;21 How can stalking start?

00;05;23;07 What are some examples of harassment over the phone?

00;07;54;09 What does it feel like when someone starts stalking you?

00;11;19;14 When does stalking and harassment become scary?

00;13;16;06 What are the effects of being stalked?

00;14;42;27 How can you try to identify an anonymous stalker?

00;18;56;11 How can being stalked change you as a person?

00;31;08;28 What is the difference between flirting and harassment?

00;37;10;08 How does a reverse phone number lookup work?

00;39;23;23 What's it like learning someone is the person who's been stalking you?

00;40;34;03 How can predators use business accounts online to hide their information?

00;44;35;22 How can you identify who your stalker is?

00;52;21;25 How can you get a stalker to become disinterested in you?

00;57;40;29 What it is like when the police don't want to arrest your stalker?

00;59;28;01 Should you tell people that you have a stalker?

01;08;04;03 Why won't lawyer's help against sex offenders?

01;10;29;06 Does it feel better to know who your stalker is?

Topics: Dating, Stalkers, Secrets, Real Estate

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#podcast #family #truth #parents 

Katie grew up thinking she had a sister—only to find out years later that her "sister" was actually her mom. She explains how the truth came out, the impact it had on her, and what it really means to grow up with secrets in a family.

Katie's Links:

Website - https://thedaydreamerdiaries.com/

Instagram - The Daydreamer Diaries (@thedaydreamerdiaries) • Instagram photos and videos

TikTok -  https://www.tiktok.com/@thedaydreamerdiaries?_t=ZT-8wz8cJCYbS2&_r=1

00;01;24;07 WHAT'S IT LIKE TO START THINKING YOUR PARENTS AREN'T YOURS?

00;04;22;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE THINKING YOU ARE ADOPTED?

00;06;48;28 WHAT'S IT LIKE LEARNING THAT YOUR SISTER IS ACTUALLY YOUR MOTHER?

00;11;30;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE NOT KNOWING WHO YOUR DAD IS?

00;22;03;11 WHY WOULD SOMEONE LIE ABOUT YOU BEING THEIR CHILD?

00;29;00;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHO YOUR DAD IS?

00;34;27;00 WHAT MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN COME FROM NOT KNOWING YOUR DAD?

00;51;16;26 WHAT'S IT LIKE TRYING TO FIND OUT WHO YOUR DAD IS?

00;54;49;28 WHAT'S IT LIKE PRETENDING YOUR MOM ISN'T YOUR MOM?

01;02;38;00 WHAT'S IT LIKE TELLING SOMEONE THAT THEY ARE YOUR DAD?

01;06;50;07 WHAT'S IT LIKE MEETING YOUR DAD FOR THE FIRST TIME AS AN ADULT?

01;27;00;00 WHAT'S DOES REAL ACCEPTANCE OF A CHILD LOOK LIKE?

01;34;29;25 HOW DOES IT FEEL TO BE LIED TO ABOUT WHO YOUR DAD IS?

Topics: Family Secrets, Parental Lies, Secret Parent, Hidden Past

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In this powerful and emotional video, Jayden shares her story of surviving a devastating rollover car accident that changed her life forever. Thrown from the vehicle, she suffered a broken neck and tragically lost her best friend, who was driving. Now, 10 years later, she reflects on the impact of that day, the grief, the recovery, and how she's learned to live with the pain and guilt.

Jayden's Instagram: @jayden_robarge

00;02;15;00 What's it like cutting a parent off?

00;04;51;00 What are examples of reckless driving?00;17;50;00 What happens when the tire blows out while driving?

00;18;32;29 What's it like being in a car accident?

00;23;25;21 What's it like being ejected from a car in a accident?

00;25;09;12 What's it like seeing your family in the hospital after a car accident?

00;26;28;16 What's it like being in the hospital for a neck injury?

00;27;39;19 What is a medical "halo"?

00;31;27;15 What's it like hearing your friend passed away?00;32;01;08 What's it like not being able to cry because of an injury?

00;35;59;05 What's it like going to your friends funeral in highschool?

00;36;48;03 What's it like trying to recover from a car accident?

00;40;34;03 Is it normal to be mad after a tragedy?

00;43;30;17 What's it like having PTSD from a car accident?00;49;05;26 What's it like having nightmares after a car accident?

00;59;57;07 How can yoga help recover after an injury?

Topics: Car Accident, Survival Story, Neck Injury, Loss, Grief

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Tatiana shares her personal story about why she believes her grandparents’ deaths weren’t accidental — but murder. What begins as a tragic loss unravels into a web of unanswered questions, suspicious circumstances, and haunting details that have left her searching for the truth.

Tatiana's Links:

IG: @tatianaalexandra_

Tiktok: @tat.ale

00;01;48;12 What's it like learning that your grandparents are gone?00;07;44;15 What's it like telling your parents that their parents are dead?00;14;47;17 What's it like seeing news coverage of your family member's murder?

00;15;43;06 Why does the news make up stories?

00;17;13;14 How are crime scenes handled differently in other countries?00;19;03;12 What's it like walking into a crime scene?

00;23;57;02 How can a crime scene feel spiritually?

00;30;36;06 What's it like having the police not investigate?

00;35;29;21 What are red flags from people in a murder?

00;42;01;11 What's it like going to your grandparents' funeral?

00;43;47;21 What does an open casket funeral feel like?

00;53;08;29 What happens when you think someone has been poisoned

01;01;27;11 What is strange behavior after a funeral?

01;06;45;23 What is visiting a medium like?

01;15;45;00 What is it like to not process grief well?

01;33;09;17 What's it like knowing someone will pass away soon?01;43;25;29 What's it like knowing someone got away with a crime?

Topics: Family Tragedy, Grandparents, True Crime, Unsolved Mystery

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In this episode of We’re All Insane, we sit down with Jessica who was adopted 21 different times. She opens up about her journey through each home, what it was like adjusting to new families over and over again, and the deep emotional toll of being repeatedly given up. This raw and powerful conversation dives into the pain, resilience, and strength behind her story.

Jessica's Links:https://www.instagram.com/birchiesplace?igsh=dWNubnp0NXg4eDJ3&utm_source=qr

00;05;50;01 What Does It Feel Like To Be Unwanted By Parents?00;10;00;00 What's It Like Having An Adopted Parent Abuse You? C 00;18;34;02 What Is A Group Home For Kids Like?

00;23;07;01 What Is A Relief House Parent Like?

00;33;02;20 Why Do Some Adopted Kids Get Sent Back To Children's Homes

00;39;05;27 What's It Like Not Knowing How To Read Or Write As A Child?00;47;57;05 What's It Like Feeling Like Your Parents Aren't In Your Life?00;51;52;28 What's It Like Being Rejected By Your Adopted Parents?01;16;04;23 What's It Lik Ebeing Adopted Multiple Times?

01;18;20;16 How Does Signing Over Guardianship Of A Child Work? 01;43;30;11 What's It Like Being Locked Away In A Children's Home?01;47;32;08 What's It Like Running Away From A Children's Home?02;01;54;19 What's It Like Having A Parent Think You're A Burden?02;10;39;17 What's It Like When A Foster Parents Starts Abusing You?02;32;04;15 What's It Like Getting Adopted At 18?

02;43;41;07 What's It Like Being Disowned By Your Adopted Family

02;50;46;18 What's It Like Being In A Marriage Where You Don't Love Each Other?

02;51;59;12 What's It Like Having Your Spouse Cheat On You?

Topics: Adoption, Identity, Trauma, Childhood, Abandonment

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What started as a normal relationship quickly turned into a nightmare. Yesenia shares how she found out the man she was dating was a pedophile. She opens up about the subtle red flags, the shocking moment of discovery, and the emotional toll it took on her life.

Yesenia's Links:

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Time Stamps:

00;09;29;05 - Why is it important to share traumatic things?

00;16;07;17 - How can you share trauma with your family without feeling embarrassed or guilty?

00;18;35;01 - What's it like dating when you're a stripper?

00;21;36;14 - How did Covid disrupt people's lives?

00;23;25;29 - Why do people sometimes ignore red flags?

00;28;53;19 - What are some examples of manipulation in a relationship?00;36;59;15 - What was it like looking for work during Covid?

00;39;13;23 - When can consensual sex turn into assault?

00;40;34;03 - When can filming consensual sex become abusive?00;44;55;00 - How fast can a good relationship become abusive?00;47;04;11 - What does manipulation look like in a relationship?00;51;20;15 - How does a manipulator sound?

00;58;03;28 - How do cheaters lie when they're caught?

01;02;14;18 - How do manipulators try to stay tethered to someone?01;08;43;11 - How can victims work together to get justice against an abuser?

01;14;39;04 - How can you report an abuser?

01;15;17;07 - What's it like reporting someone to the FBI?

01;17;09;25 - What happens when the FBI opens an investigation into someone?

01;19;16;00 - Where do predators find underage victims online?

01;25;59;06 - How long does it take to get justice against a predator?01;26;58;00 - What's it like going to court to see your abuser?

01;41;21;15 - How do people lash out at stories of abuse

Topics: Dating Dangers, Toxic Relationships, Manipulation, Red Flags

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