What Came Next is intended for mature audiences only.

Episodes discuss topics that can be triggering,

such as emotional, physical, and sexual violence, animal abuse, suicide, and murder.

I am not a therapist, nor am I a doctor.

If you're in need of support, please visit something was wrong.com

forward slash resources for a list of non-profit organizations that can help.

Opinions expressed by my guests on the show are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of myself or broken cycle media.

Resources and source material are linked in the episode notes. Thank you so much for listening. Donna Hayes is a mother, actress, singer, businesswoman, and author.

In the following two episodes, she shares her experiences of domestic violence, divorce,

and the various events that she believes led her to be a victim of love and financial fraud.

The Broken Psycho Media team is grateful that Donna was willing to share all that came next for her amidst her legal battle, as well as her journey sharing via cabaret show, book, podcast, television, and more.

Hi, my name is Donna Marie Hayes. I currently reside in the vibrant city of New York. I've had a

corporate career spanning 38 years. I worked in the financial services industry, culminating in a role

as the manager and director and deputy head of human resources for an international investment

bank. Beyond my corporate endeavors, I also have a range of other passions and talents. I am a actress.

I'm a cabaret singer here in New York City. I've been on Law and Order SVU. I was on Orange

and New Black. I'm a series regular in an upcoming TV show.

I'm not sure where it's going to land on which of the streaming platforms.

I think I would be described as someone who is ever giving patient and caring,

sometimes to my detriment.

My personality has been described as effervescent. I am comfortable pretty much around anyone

and everyone. I root for the underdog and I want to believe in the inherent good of all. I just have

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