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Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and EmpowermentAuthor: Lindsay Abernathy Domestic Violence Survivor
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 stigmabecause 1 in 3 women in the U.S. experience domestic violence, and these stories matter.If youre navigating your own journey, standing in solidarity with others, curious about how to help someone, or unsure if youre in an abusive relationship, this is the show you need. This domestic abuse podcast is your space to heal, learn, and rise together.Dont miss our weekly Bitch Sesh, where we spill the tea, share survivor stories, and talk about the messy, beautiful process of taking our lives backone story at a time.Join the conversation. Share your story. Lets break the cycle together. Because bitch is a bad word when its used to tear you down but if youre in the Bestie Gang, being a bitch means youre a baddie. We've got your back, Besties! Weekly episodes Available on all podcast platforms full video on YouTubeFollow on Instagram & TikTok Subscribe to our newsletter Join our Patreon Call or text us: (331) BITCHES Merch store (coming soon!) www.caliber-studio.com biabw@caliber-studio.comThis podcast is for you if youre 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Relationships, Society & Culture, True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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(Re-Release) Answering the Call: Inside the National Domestic Violence Hotline with CEO Katie Ray-Jones
Episode 46
Tuesday, 3 March, 2026
This special episode originally aired on October 30, 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-----In this special episode of Bitch Is a Bad Word, Lindsay sits down inside the National Domestic Violence Hotline headquarters with Katie Ray-Jones, the organization’s badass CEO and lifelong advocate for survivors. Together, they pull back the curtain on what really happens when someone calls for help.From personal survivor stories to the Power and Control Wheel, tech abuse, and teen dating violence, this episode reveals the realities of modern abuse and the lifesaving work happening behind the scenes. Lindsay also shares her emotional experience being invited to serve as an “Advocate for the Day,” listening in on live calls and witnessing firsthand the compassion and strength of those answering up to 3,000 calls every single day.Inside This Episode:• What really happens behind the scenes at the National Domestic Violence Hotline• The truth about tech abuse and digital coercion in modern relationships• How the Power and Control Wheel helps survivors recognize and name abuse• The rise of teen dating violence and how to stop it early• Lindsay’s firsthand experience listening in on real hotline callsWhy This Episode Matters:Because every call is a cry for freedom and every answer is a lifeline.About the Guest:Katie Ray-Jones is the CEO of The National Domestic Violence Hotline, the nation’s leading resource for survivors of abuse. Under her leadership, the Hotline has expanded its services, implemented groundbreaking safety technology, and supported millions of callers nationwide.1-800-799-SAFE (7233)www.thehotline.orghttps://www.instagram.com/ndvhofficial/Follow & Connect:🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube💌 Follow @bitchisabadwordpodcast for updates, clips, and behind-the-scenes moments💜 Need support? Visit thehotline.org or call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)Listen wherever you get your podcastsWatch: YouTubeJoin: PatreonFollow: Instagram TikTokSubscribe: Newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
