333: What if you saw the black mass of death?
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After facing years of abuse, a determined woman dedicates her life to the pursuit of success, becoming a renowned broadcaster, fundraiser and cyclist; but after a grueling, multi-continental bike ride, she faces ultimate darkness, forcing her to confront the deepest wounds of all. 

Today’s episode featured Charlie Webster. If you’d like to reach out to her, you can visit her website at charliewebster.com/contact) or you can find her on Instagram @charliewebster, on Twitter @charliecw or on TikTok @charlieaswebster. 

She has a new book called “Why It's Ok To Talk About Trauma” which you can find on Amazon or her website charliewebster.com. She also has an ABC TV docuseries premiering on October 9th, which is based on her podcast, Scamanda. The docuseries has the same name. 

**Producers: **Whit Missildine, Andrew Waits, Aviva Lipkowitz

**Content/Trigger Warnings: **domestic abuse, child abuse, sexual abuse, suicide, severe physical illness, blood, coma, near death experience, explicit language

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**Intro Music: **"Illabye" – Tipper

**Music Bed: **Union Flow

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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 

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