cover of episode 276: What if you left your kids held hostage?

276: What if you left your kids held hostage?

2023/5/2
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Kathy Robertson's early life was marked by poverty, abuse, and a diagnosis of hyperactivity, which led to feelings of being fundamentally flawed.

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A woman buries a series of childhood traumas and falls into a chaotic world of drugs and abuse, but when things turn from darkness to horror, she must make split second, life or death decisions that ultimately bring everything to the surface

Today's episode featured Kathy Robertson. You can find out more about her on Instagram @kathyrobertson.homefire. You can also reach out to her over email at [email protected]). Kathy also wanted to remind everyone out there, especially if you are currently struggling, that you can text or call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the US at the number 988.

 

**Producers: **Whit Missildine, Sara Marinelli, Jason Blalock

 

**Content/Trigger Warnings:  domestic violence, sexual abuse of a minor, gun violence, child endangerment, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, **explicit language

 

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Intro Music: ""Illabye" – Tipper

Music Bed: “Re-Entry” – Lee Rosevere

 

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If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

 

**National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: **Text or Call 988 

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

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