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We're celebrating our 100 th  episode of Bar Fights with part 2 of Dr. Supreet Mann's interview to further discuss the impact of media use on young minds. This week, we're shifting the focus of the conversation to our littlest kids.  Sarah  and Dr. Mann delve into Common Sense Media's most recent census that investigates media usage by kids 8 and under. This episode is a real eye-opener for all pa...

This week's episode of Bar Fights is all about our kids and their access to pornography. A must-listen for all parents, this episode unpacks some shocking research about the  effects of  pornography on young minds— what is the average age of exposure for a child's first viewing of pornography? How does this exposure impact a child's mental and emotional development and their growing perception of...

Distinguished psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Kate Truitt takes her expert hat off and lets her hair down in today's candid conversation with Sarah. The bestselling author of Healing in Your Hands and the new title Keep Beathing lays bare her personal odyssey through loss and trauma as well as the key to her renewal- the realization that she wasn't the problem; her brain was. Wired from years...

(Replay) There aren't many stories as compelling and inspirational as the one of Aspen Matis. On her second night of college, she was raped by another freshman in her dorm and the college did nothing to protect her. Her perpetrator was found innocent and she was expected to go about her education with him living on the floor directly above her. Then, in an act of personal salvation, Aspen hiked th...

Tune in to Angela Rose 's second episode here on Bar Fights and help us celebrate 25 years of her non-profit -  PAVE: Promoting Awareness | Victim Empowerment ! Today Sarah and Angela discuss what it means to triumph against one's perpetrator and the harsh stigma that often plagues survivors of sexual assault. This dynamic duo serves as an inspiring example of the endless possibilities, strength,...

Angela Rose  Part 1 This week on Bar Fights, we're welcoming speaker, author, and survivor  Angela Rose  - founder of the non-profit  PAVE: Promoting Awareness | Victim Empowerment.  In this episode, Sarah and Angela discuss the importance of, not only believing survivors when they come forward, but empowering survivors to relinquish the stigma and shame of their assault to reclaim their livelihoo...

Jane Epstein Part 2 "There was a small child inside of me that was demanding to be heard." This week we're welcoming back survivor, advocate, author, and TEDx speaker, Jane Epstein for the second installment of her interview here on Bar Fights. Tune in to hear Jane's approach to navigating the labyrinth of sibling sexual abuse and how Jane's healing journey inspired her to chronicle her own story...

Jane Epstein Part 1 Join us for a powerful new episode of Bar Fights where Sarah sits down with survivor, TEDx speaker, author, and advocate, Jane Epstein. This week, Jane and Sarah discuss the silent epidemic of sibling sexual abuse and trauma, a highly stigmatized and neglected topic that often goes unaddressed. Jane Epstein works courageously to give survivors a voice as co-founder of IncestAWA...

We are talking all things Menendez brothers as Sarah welcomes board certified Beverly Hills forensic psychiatrist Dr. Carole Lieberman. Listen in to hear Sarah and Dr. Carole's perspectives on the controversial case and potential resentencing. They also explore the tragic Idaho college murder case as Brian Kohberger's trial is set to kick off in August 2025. Get a front row seat right here on @bar...

This week on Bar Fights, Sarah welcomes back her eldest daughter to discuss child safety through a 9-year-olds eyes. From cyber safety and limiting screen time to teaching body safety and privacy, Sarah's oldest solidifies the importance of communicating with your kids as they navigate their adolescence to ensure safety and happiness! #sokidsstaykids

Join us for a very special episode of Bar Fights where Sarah sits down with her youngest daughter for a precious chat, getting a three-year-old's perspective on how grown-ups keep kids safe. This episode reminds us all of the innocence of childhood and why we all need to be doing our part to protect kids! #sokidsstaykids

V (Formerly Eve Ensler) Join us for a very special episode of Bar Fights with Tony award winning playwright, author, and activist – V (formerly Eve Ensler).  From her 1996 play, "The Vagina Monologues," to her 2019 publication "The Apology," a fictionalized letter of penance from her father, V has dedicated her life, art, and career to raising awareness for and ending violence against girls and wo...

Rewind: Sarah sits down with Allyson McCabe, author of "Why Sinead O'Connor Matters." In a profound conversation about the artist's impactful career, they explore Sinead O'Connor's courageous activism during the 1990s, including her iconic moments of protest and the backlash she endured for speaking out against systemic issues like child abuse and religious authority. This episode delves into the...

Terri Cole Part 2 Join us for part 2 of Terri Cole's interview! We're expanding on last week's discussion with this acclaimed psychotherapist about High Functioning Codependency (HFC) and hearing about Terri's personal journey with codependency and the path she took to recovery. In her new book, "TOO MUCH," Terri teaches the steps that HFC's can take to rehabilitate their relational patterns and r...

Terri Cole Part 1 This week on Bar Fights, we're welcoming back licensed psychotherapist and author – Terri Cole. In honor of her new book, "TOO MUCH: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High Functioning Codependency," Terri explains how self-abandonment lies at the core of codependency and shares her expertise for those who struggle with it and how they can overcome.      Terri's latest publication...

Kayleigh Kozak Part 2 "The trauma that comes when you are a survivor is unexplainable unless you've been through it." Join us for part 2 of Sarah's interview with Kayleigh Kozak where the dynamic duo unpacks the emotional toll of childhood sexual assault and how it can persist well into adulthood. This trauma is often aggravated by the policies that are currently set in place that proclaim to prot...

"A victim should never have to go back and reface their convicted abuser to ask for protection." This week on Bar Fights, Sarah sits down with fellow CSA survivor, advocate, and policy maker- Kayleigh Kozak. In this illuminating interview, Kayleigh details her mission to establish Kayleigh's Law – a bill that grants victims and survivors of sexual and domestic abuse the option to obtain a lifetime...

Rewind: Lauren Sivan Rewind: Today on Bar Fights, we're reposting one of our favorite interviews with Lauren Sivan, a former New York TV news reporter who is among more than 100 women who have accused media mogul Harvey Weinstein of sexual harassment. Get ready for a thought-provoking episode of the Bar Fights podcast with guest speaker Lauren Sivan, as she joins host Sarah Klein to discuss her pe...

Rewind: Erin Merryn (Part 2) Rewind – This week on Bar Fights we're reposting part 2 of Erin Merryn's heartfelt and passionate interview where she chronicles her mission to protect countless children.  In part 2 of her conversation with Sarah, Erin explains why she created Erin's Law, and how she has muscled through resistance from parents, school officials, and legislators to protect children lik...

 "Rewind: Erin Merryn (Part 1)"  : Rewind - Today on Bar Fights we're reposting Sarah's inspiring interview with child abuse advocate and activist Erin Merryn. As a CSA survivor, it took many tumultuous years for Erin to find her voice, but once she did, there was nothing that could stop her from using it as a force for change. Since 2013, Erin has steadfastly shared her story to bring awareness t...

Don't forget to breathe! Join us this week on Bar Fights as we welcome former Stanford physician and professor and best-selling author – Dr. Greg Hammer. Sarah sits down with Dr. Hammer to discuss his wellness expedition which would later inspire him to write his best-selling book "GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals." Dr. Hammer's mindfulness methods are applic...

Let's discuss the friendship recession. In this episode of Bar Fights, we are continuing our conversation with author and personal growth strategist, Florence Ann Romano, as she shares her expertise on how to find more depth in your friendships and communities - a MUST listen! For more information about Florence Ann and where you can buy her book visit: https://florenceann.com/book/

"It really does take a village!" Today on Bar Fights we're sitting down with author, personal growth strategist, and philanthropist Florence Ann Romano as we unpack what it truly means to establish, nurture, and maintain community. Florence Ann's latest publication "Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life" provides a much-needed roadmap to how we can identif...

This week on Bar Fights we're bringing back Bridgette Caporaso for another empowering episode of our summer fun series! Tune in to hear how Bridgette found her footing by learning to trust her gut, honor her goals, and embrace the power of the word "no." Bridgette's story is a prime example of just how far women can go when they are committed to making it happen! For more information, visit  https...

Kicking off its summer fun series, Bar Fights is taking on issues that matter, but keeping it a little lighter this summer season! Today, Sarah talks with Bridgette Caporaso, a powerhouse entrepreneur who broke the mold to build her company, Sketch a Design Studio, from the ground up into a highly successful company.  For more information, visit  https://sketchdesignstudio. com/