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Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and Empowerment

Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and Empowerment

De : Lindsay Abernathy | Domestic Violence Survivor
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Bitch Is A Bad Word is a real, raw, and unapologetic domestic violence podcast that digs deep into healing, reclaiming power, and rewriting the rules after toxic relationships, domestic violence, domestic abuse, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and financial abuse. Hosted by Lindsay, a mom of four with zero fancy letters behind her name, this show is a no-BS conversation about breaking free and finding your voice.


Each week, we bring in experts, survivors, and the real-life stories that break open the shame and stigma—because 1 in 3 women in the U.S. experience domestic violence, and these stories matter.


If you’re navigating your own journey, standing in solidarity with others, curious about how to help someone, or unsure if you’re in an abusive relationship, this is the show you need. This domestic abuse podcast is your space to heal, learn, and rise together.


Don’t miss our weekly Bitch Sesh, where we spill the tea, share survivor stories, and talk about the messy, beautiful process of taking our lives back—one story at a time.


Join the conversation. Share your story. Let’s break the cycle together.


Because bitch is a bad word when it’s used to tear you down — but if you’re in the Bestie Gang, being a bitch means you’re a baddie. We've got your back, Besties!


🎙️ Weekly episodes

🎧 Available on all podcast platforms + full video on YouTube

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This podcast is for you if you’re searching:

  • Am I in an abusive relationship?
  • What are the signs of emotional or narcissistic abuse?
  • What is coercive control or gaslighting?
  • How do I protect my kids and get out safely?
  • What happens if I report my abusive partner?
  • How do I break the cycle of abuse?


If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

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    • (Re-Release) Bitch Sesh | “G” Speaks from Inside an Abusive Relationship

      (Re-Release) Bitch Sesh | “G” Speaks from Inside an Abusive Relationship
      Feb 19 2026

      This episode of Bitch Sesh originally aired on April 17, 2025 -- This was the start of it, besties!


      If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org


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      Bitch Sesh are up-close & personal conversations with current victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse and Domestic Violence sharing their stories.


      In this compelling inaugural episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word: "Bitch Sesh", Lindsay engages in a candid conversation with "G", a courageous wife and mother currently navigating the complexities of a verbally abusive relationship characterized by gaslighting and coercive control. "G" reached out feeling isolated, seeking a platform to share her story—a narrative that resonates with many yet often remains unheard. For security, we do not feature "G"'s image.


      This episode delves into:


      - The insidious nature of gaslighting and its impact on self-perception

      - Understanding coercive control and its manifestations in intimate relationships

      - The emotional toll of verbal abuse and strategies for coping

      - Recognizing the signs of emotional manipulation and reclaiming autonomy

      - The importance of sharing survivor stories to foster awareness and support


      Whether you're currently in a challenging relationship, supporting someone who is, or aiming to understand the dynamics of emotional abuse better, "G"'s story offers valuable insights and hope.


      If you are interested in coming on Bitch Sesh, please email us at biabw@caliber-studio.com, call or text us at (331) BITCHES, or DM us on our Instagram (instagram.com/bitchisabadwordpod) or TikTok (tiktok.com/@bitchisabadword) pages.


      If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233


      If you like, please leave us a review and subscribe to our channel!

      Listen wherever you get your podcasts

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    • (Re-Release) Bethany Joy Lenz on Cults, Control, and Finding Herself Again

      (Re-Release) Bethany Joy Lenz on Cults, Control, and Finding Herself Again
      Feb 17 2026

      This episode originally aired on April 15, 2025.


      If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org


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      This week on Bitch Is a Bad Word, actress, singer, author, and podcaster Bethany Joy Lenz joins us for a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation about surviving a cult — all while starring on one of TV’s most iconic teen dramas, One Tree Hill.


      Bethany opens up about her upcoming memoir, her journey of breaking free from coercive control, and how reclaiming her faith helped her heal from spiritual abuse and toxic relationships. She shares how being in the public eye shaped her recovery and how she's using her platform to empower others.


      🎙️ In this episode:

      • What it was like to be in a cult while starring on a cult-favorite TV show
      • Escaping spiritual manipulation and finding her own truth
      • Understanding the difference between intuition and trauma responses
      • Healing from abusive relationships and psychological control
      • Why storytelling and visibility matter in recovery


      Whether you're a lifelong One Tree Hill fan, a survivor of spiritual or emotional abuse, or someone seeking truth and healing, Bethany’s story will resonate deeply.

      #BethanyJoyLenz #SurvivingACult #CoerciveControl #SpiritualAbuse #OneTreeHill #TraumaHealing #ToxicRelationships #Memoir2025 #BitchIsABadWordPodcast


      If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233


      Visit Joy's linktr.ee/bethanyjoylenz to PURCHASE:

      - Joy's book Dinner For Vampires: Life On A Cult TV Show (While In An Actual Cult)

      - Listen to Joy on the ONE TREE HILL podcast Dramaqueens

      - Subscribe to Joy's print magazine MODERN VINTAGE

      - And so much more!


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    • (Re-Release) Bitch Sesh | "Quinn":What Emotional Abuse Looks Like (When You’re in It)

      (Re-Release) Bitch Sesh | "Quinn":What Emotional Abuse Looks Like (When You’re in It)
      Feb 12 2026
      This episode originally aired on September 25, 2025.If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org-----TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains conversations regarding self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and suicide.The Trauma Bond. It's hard to see the forest for the trees when you're in the middle of a constant emotional onslaught. That is Quinn's story, our guest on today's Bitch Is A Bad Word: Bitch Sesh. Like many of us, Quinn didn't know she was in an abusive marriage, being torn in so many directions she didn't know what was up until after the divorce, when she could put some distance between she and her ex, with reflection.Quinn's story is important for all of us because when you're standing in the middle of a battlefield, being assaulted constantly on all sides, it's almost impossible to tell where you stand and what's really going on. However, if you're able to pull yourself out, place yourself on a hill above the fray, you can see what's really happening below. And that is what we want to help you recognize if you are or find yourself in Quinn's relationship.All abusers use different tactics to control and Quinn's ex used emotional manipulation. He would use tactics to draw her in, such as love bombing, "randomly" bumping into her (when he was really stalking), and coming up with excuses to see her when separated ("I'm dropping off food for you and the kids"), that would become prolonged engagements that evolved into excuses why he shouldn't or couldn't leave. And when Quinn pushed him away too hard, her ex would become violent with financial threats, harm to her and the kids, and suicide. It was a constant emotional rollercoaster, meant to draw her in and keep her attached to him with ebbs and flows of kindness and love that turned into threats, coercion, and control, and back again.Listening to Quinn's story helps us identify these tactics used in our own relationships, either ones used against us or ones we may use ourselves, so when we're in the thick of it, that memory of listening to her story will cause that lightbulb go off in our heads and we realize what's really going on, helping us break the cycle of domestic abuse and domestic violence.Need Help?If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.org.ABOUT QUINNQuinn Padilla is a licensed therapist, abuse recovery coach, and mother of three who brings both her personal journey as an abuse survivor and her professional expertise to the work she does. Through her practice, she helps women heal from abuse and post-separation abuse, blending education with practical tools for recovery. Quinn also shares accessible guidance and support through Instagram and TikTok as @itsquinnpadilla, reaching women across the world with resources to help them feel seen and empowered. She is the creator of Breaking the Trauma Bond, a course designed to help women understand the cycle of abuse, regulate their nervous systems, and break free from trauma bonds. Learn more about her course through her bio on Instagram or to work with her one on one visit www.itsquinnpadilla.com. Listen wherever you get your podcastsWatch: YouTubeJoin: PatreonFollow: Instagram TikTokSubscribe: Newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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