Gloria Masters

Handing the Shame Back

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This channel is dedicated to all those brave fellow 'adult survivors of child sexual abuse'. You are not alone out there, you are believed and supported in finding your voice & handing the shame back to the abusers - where it belongs. Handing the Shame Back is a New Zealand based charity, focused on preventing child sexual abuse through education and supporting adult survivors. Find out more about us and what we do: https://www.handingtheshameback.org Each week, Handing the Shame Back will add a Survivor Interview, Tip for Survivors, or Blog to help support our community in finding their way t...

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Gloria Masters

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Health

Podcast website

www.handingtheshameback.org

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Interview with Denise Mercer 26.03.2022

Meet Denise Mercer, fellow CSA Survivor from Michigan. She was subject to abuse from her neighbour for 3 years and then had to face the cold reality that her children had also been sexually abused. The courage and determination it took for her to face all of this and turn it into something that helps other CSA Survivors is astounding. You will appreciate every word she says. Denise wrote a book ca...

Hypervigilance 25.03.2022

Ever wondered why you constantly look around you and aware of who is present and where the exit is? You might be experiencing hypervigilance one of the hallmarks of CSA. In this blog I explain what it means, how it served us, and what we can now do about it. Amazing to have survived what we did, this is a tiny peek into how we can begin to reclaim our lives without  needing to be constantly hyperv...

Interview with Laura Eustace 14.03.2022

Laura Eustace is a CSA Survivor who spent years feeling anxious and depressed. When she finally uncovered the truth about her past, beginning at the age of 9, she began the long slow journey of recovery. Her message is strong and clear: Tell someone! T o apply to be a guest on the show go to : https://www.gloriamasters.com/contact.html#/ To share this episode: https://handingtheshameback.buzzsprou...

Interview with Louise Nicholas 13.03.2022

Meet Louise Nicholas, fellow CSA Survivor. She was New Zealander of the year in 2007 due to her courage and determination in bringing her abusers to justice after 7 court proceedings spanning a 25 year period. She wrote a book about her life in 2014 called 'This is my story' and is an active advocate of survivors seeking justice through the NZ Court system. She is a power house, and her...

Angels 11.03.2022

Ever wondered why in moments of despair an answer can be provided in the form of a person showing up or through a message or tx? Every considered why mini miracles can occur in the most unlikely of circumstances? Is it possible an Angel was there? In this blog I share with listeners how Angels may not just be mythical beings wearing big wings that we see depicted in Churches around the world. How...

Interview with Genisha Morton 07.03.2022

Welcome to Genisha Morton, www.facebook.com/bleuolive , instagram: author_genisha_morton twitter: Mysteriousbluez. Genisha Morton, a single mum who dares to dream big as she's often encouraged her sons to do. A woman of many talents such as singing, teaching, and of course writing just to name a few.  Her passion is to be better than she was the day before, and to teach her sons that anything...

Finding Hope 04.03.2022

Ever feel like there is no hope out there and that no one gets you? For most of us CSA Survivors that is true and more frequent than we would like This blog offers reference to why we may struggle more than others with this. I have found that often the answers don't lie with the voices outside of me or the constant chatter in my head, they are more likely to be found inside in the very depth...

Interview with Ed Squire 25.02.2022

Welcome to Ed Squire, the founder of MeTooWhatNow a charity for male and female survivors of child sexual abuse. He does much work to  support those who have suffered. He believes that trust first begins in trusting yourself, something child sexual abuse (CSA) survivors struggle with.  He believes there needs to be more support and recognition for survivors out there globally. He is genuine and re...

TWC Clubhouse 24.02.2022

Have a listen to TWC Clubhouse founder Denise Mercer who offers a range of facilitators who run groups on specific topics connected to csa. This is a safe and supportive environment for people to join, listen, and learn about ways to master specific areas such as; Emotional intimacy Chronic Pain Reclaiming your true self Go to TWC.com for further information We are on all social media platforms: F...

Interview with Ken Clearwater 19.02.2022

Meet Ken Clearwater, a champion and activist for male survivors of child sexual abuse. He does much work behind the scenes supporting our brave men who have suffered so much. He wants to see conversations like ours, being normalised. He believes this will help promote more support across the world. He is real and powerful in his commitment to help men and women in Aotearoa being supported and reso...

Introduction to the Podcast Series 07.02.2022

This channel is dedicated to all those brave fellow 'adult survivors of child sexual abuse'. You are not alone out there, I believe you and support you in finding your voice & handing the shame back to the abusers - where it belongs. Each week I will add another interview with a 'fellow survivor' to help support all of us in finding our way to truth and freedom, which only...

Triggers 29.01.2022

This blog was written to support Survivors in identifying and managing triggers. They appear in many shapes and sizes, but as survivors we recognise them, though never welcome - it's a useful reminder that they do validate what we experienced. We are on all social media platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HandingtheShameBack Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handingtheshameback/...

Interview with Anna McGreevy 29.01.2022

This is Anna McGreevy, a genuine and strong survivor who has found the courage to speak up and share her story of survival with me. She has suffered years of child sexual abuse starting when she was very small. Her story is inspiring and she shares her thoughts and uplifting ideas with me. She has turned her life around, is successful in both her professional and private life, and doesn't hol...

Interview with Susan Miller 20.01.2022

Meet Susan Miller, a brave survivor of child sexual abuse from a very young age. Susan has reclaimed her life by devoting herself to helping others through her work and her personal journey. She firmly believes that feelings  are strongly connected to memories. Listen to her story and the incredible wisdom she shares. She too is 'Handing the Shame Back' To apply to be a guest on the show...

Interview with Tamara Waugh 08.01.2022

Meet Tamara Waugh. A brave fellow survivor who is doing much to help people in NZ overcome and deal with the impact of child sexual abuse. She is inspiring and motivation and Wow, does not sit still in her endeavours to help other survivors out there. Enjoy with my compliments, as she too hands the shame back! To apply to be a guest on the show go to : https://www.gloriamasters.com/contact.html#/...

Interview with Todd Portsmouth 05.01.2022

I am honoured to present this amazing interview by a brave man called Todd Portsmouth. Todd suffered years of childhood sexual abuse and has emerged ready and willing to share his story in the hope it helps other survivors out there. His story is complex, riveting and shows his huge heart and dedication in turning his experiences into something meaningful to support other survivors. To apply to be...

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