Reclaim Me Podcast

In this episode Madi details the aftermath of a sexual assault that occurred while on a first date via Tinder. Madi has bravely detailed the beginning of her story in Part 1 of this interview. In this, Part 2 , we go into detail in what Madi experienced post offence medically, and subsequently in criminal proceedings. To get in touch with Madi Instagram @sunlightmelody To Connect with Reclaim Me R...

In this episode Madi details the night she spent with the man who would sexually assault her. A man she met on Tinder, who she had planned to have a quiet night in with. Madi has bravely detailed the beginning of her story in Part 1 of this interview. Join us back next week for Part 2 in what will be an ongoing series of discussions as we go into detail in what Madi experienced post offence medica...

Survivor Kim details her experience of child sexual abuse at the hands of her former Gymnastics Coach. In this episode we discuss the circumstances surrounding Kim being specifically targeted and groomed by this offender, and the subsequent actions she; as a child made in response to the abuse. Kim also details the tremendous steps she has taken, and continues to take to try and keep the comm...

Survivor Kim details her experience of child sexual abuse at the hands of her former Gymnastics Coach. In this episode we discuss the circumstances surrounding Kim being specifically targeted and groomed by this offender, and the subsequent actions she; as a child made in response to the abuse. Kim also detals the tremendous steps she has taken, and continues to take to try and keep the commu...

Survivor Zoe details her experience of assault with a one night stand. From consent to danger, this encounter highlights how much we have to go, before sexual partners understand consent. In this episode Zoe and I discuss the details of the night of her assault, and the subsequent feelings of "is this assault", one many survivors have. Zoe and I also discuss the nature of consent and education, an...

In this episode survivor Zoe details her experience of sexual assault by a traveller during a Euro Trip as a young adult. Zoe and I discuss the assault itself, and how it was for her after the assault on a trip overseas. We discuss sex after assault, the many encompassing factors surrounding support systems for survivors and much much more. Zoe is a true inspiration and warrior woman. To reach Zoe...

Trigger Warning - CSA In this episode, survivor Ryan details the ongoing child sexual abuse he endured at the hands of his step father. We discuss at length the abuse he endured, the emotional and physical tolls this abuse had on him, and his perpetrators behaviours. This episode goes through the many controlling tactics used by perpetrators of child sexual abuse and the systems they face. Thank y...

In this episode survivor Terra Newell details the attack that nearly killed her and how she fought off and took down Dirty John. Terra and I go on to discuss what healing has looked like, therapy types, bumps in the road and many things in between. Terra is an amazing human who speaks with such authenticity, it gives so many other survivors permission to speak on their own terms. Thank you Terra f...

Survivor Caroline is back for part 2 of our chat. In this episode we get into courageous intentions, how Caroline started her book and where she is at now in her journey and life. More Than One Thing Can Be True – a story of survival is Caroline’s memoir. It is her story. It’s her ode to healing despite the odds. It speaks to the reality of trauma, and also the power we have to transform and heal....

Caroline Brunne comes onto the podcast to discusses her experience of child sexual abuse at the hands of her father, and the experiences she has gone through in recent times with the release of her memoir and sharing her story publicly. In this episode specifically we discuss what it was like for Caroline stepping away from the shiny facade she created when she decided to release this story and fi...

In Part 2 of my conversation with survivor Sydney, they detail more instances of the domestic abuse experienced at the hands of a former partner. In this episode we discuss the ongoing nature of abuse, the work that needs to be done to heal ones inner child, and how Syd has survived suicide attempts, suicidal ideation and a miscarriage to come out the other side as a happy, healthy, educated and q...

In this episode survivor Sydney details their experience of domestic and sexual abuse at the hands of a former partner. Sydney outlines some of the experiences leading up to what became a relationship, the abuse that started and what remained during their final year as a teenager. Syd is such an amazing human, who has risen from the ashes and is such a shining light. Thank you for sharing par...

Podcast hosts Amanda and Shawn from the Touchy Subjects Podcast join us for an amazing discussion on prevention work based on the experience of these two prevention specialists.  Shawn Schutt  has a Master's degree in Public Health and has worked in the field of domestic and sexual violence prevention for over 5 years. He has presented to middle and high schoolers, college students, heal...

Survivor Harrison James details his experience of child sexual abuse at the hands of his step mother for a number of years. This consistent and continuous abuse culminated in Harrison fathering a child, who was raised within the family home as his sister. Harrison's experiences are detailed in this episode, and his unique viewpoint and philosophy on overcoming trauma and seeing the 'sun' after the...

Survivor Bree and I discuss the reflections of listening to her tell her story, and some of the hurdles her and I face even to this day as survivors. Thank you so much to Bree for coming back on, being so vulnerable and also for holding so much space for me to also open up. Connect with Bree Instagram     Connect with Reclaim Me / Madeleine Reclaim Me Linktree   For advice and suppo...

Max is a speaker passionate about instilling self-respect in young men through thoughtful romantic interactions and personal development. He draws on more than 20 years’ experience and witnessing the mistakes repeatedly made by young men when interacting with women.  Over the years, Max realised that young women frequently discuss these issues between themselves, but they were rarely talked a...

In this episode Survivor Bree details her experience of sexual assault while travelling overseas, and her subsequent abusive relationship that she endured for years. Bree discusses what happened to her, the her reactions through the process and why she never disclosed her sexual assault until years later. This is a horrible case that Bree has somehow managed to turn around into a life that se...

Survivor Tambry details her experiences of domestic abuse, and the realisation of her early child sexual abuse later in life. In this episode Tambry and I talk about how she herself has since started Survivors to Thrivers an organisation Guiding survivors of abuse and trauma to find strength and freedom by examining limiting beliefs and claiming a Going-Forward Story that leads to a whole-hearted,...

Survivor Tambry details her experiences of domestic abuse, and the realisation of her early child sexual abuse later in life. In this episode Tambry discusses some of her experiences that she endured during two abusive relationships, and how she managed navigating life after her abuse as a newly single mother. Tambry has since started Survivors to Thrivers an organisation Guiding survivors of abus...

In this episode i speak with Michael Unbroken who speaks about his experience of childhood trauma, and the subsequent. life lessons he had to learn to begin to fight for himself and a better life. Think Unbroken is the outcome of the hard work and dedication of this incredible survivor; who throughou this episode discusses experience, advice, trauma, and will have you rethinking the way your traum...

In this episode Sheree discusses her long term abusive relationship, the events that occurred during her being help captive by her perpetrator for multiple days, and the events that started to subsequently plant the seed, and lead to her leaving this relationship. We also discuss the many barriers Sheree faced upon leaving, and what it has been like for her to escape, and the financial implication...

Survivor Sheree details her experience in a long term domestic abuse relationship. In this episode we discuss some of the details of her relationship and along with that, the attitudes of those surrounding Sheree during her relationship. Sheree is an incredible survivor, who discusses the impacts the relationship had on her over time, as it evolved. And in addition to that the impacts she started...

Survivor Beck details her experience during her childhood of abuse and sexual assault at the hands of the ones who should love her most, her family. In this episode we go into the detail and circumstances surrounding the family dynamic of her first abuser. We also discuss the ongoing impacts of childhood sexual abuse on mental health and Becks experience. Beck is an absolute warrior woman, her sto...

Survivor Beck details her experience during her childhood of abuse and sexual assault at the hands of the ones who should love her most, her family. In this episode we discuss Beck's early life experiences with abuse as a child, and the response from her Mother and family when she finally spoke out about her abuse for the first time as a young woman. Beck is an absolute warrior woman, her story is...

Survivor Brianna details her experience during her criminal case against her offender, following her violent abduction and sexual assault. In this episode Brianna goes into the detail of her court case, from identifying her perpetrator to how she felt while on the stand. We also discuss the aftermath of dealing with the outcome of the trial, the ongoing impacts of abuse and what she has done to cr...