Something Was Wrong is intended for mature audiences, as it discusses topics that can be upsetting,

such as emotional, physical, and sexual violence, rape, and murder.

Content warnings for each episode and confidential resources for survivors can be found in the episode

notes. Some survivor names have been changed for anonymity purposes.

pseudonyms are given to minors in these stories for their privacy and protection.

Testimony shared by guests of the show is their own and does not necessarily reflect

the views of myself, broken cycle media, or Wondery. The podcast and any linked materials should not be construed as medical advice,

nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment.

Thank you so much for listening.

You think you know me, you don't know me well, at all, at all.

You can't know me.

You don't know anybody until you talk to someone.

First, I just want to say it's such an honor and a privilege to have the chance to even be in conversation with you.

I've listened to the podcast for a very long time and I have always just deeply resonated with the stories that have been shared,

but always deeply impressed with the way that you have centered survivors in their voices. So just even giving me the time and the space to be here is such an

honor. Well, thank you. Seriously, you are a badass. I feel very much the same. I am so glad we're

coming together today. And I know our community is going to benefit so much from hearing the things

that you have to share.

I would love to learn a little bit about your background.

I am a survivor and I identify first and foremost as a survivor.

It's funny because I never in my life thought that that was something, a title that I would hold,

nor did I fully understand what being a victim

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