The Something to Say Podcast

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse and suicide. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. In this episode, STS sits down with Tom Chapman, founder of Lions Barber Collective, for an honest conversation about the barriers that stop man...

In this powerful conversation, Chloe from The B Brave Project, opens up about the urgent need for more honest discussions around child sexual abuse (CSA). After years of silence, she explains how shame thrives when experiences are hidden and why speaking openly is so important for healing and awareness. Chloe shares how grooming and control can look very different in every situation, often making...

Something to Say is incredibly honoured to be joined by Anna Sonoda, a licensed clinical social worker, educator, and nationally recognised expert in child sexual abuse prevention and grooming awareness. Anna talks gives us a clearer understanding of grooming, how it happens, the warning signs to look for, and how awareness can help protect children. Anna describes how prevention starts with commu...

Ryan was 11 years old when it first happened. Home wasn't always a safe place. His mother struggled with alcohol, and there had already been previous trauma from domestic violence. Most mornings, Ryan would climb into her bed, just to feel close to her and to feel some sense of comfort. One morning, her boyfriend was there too. When his mother got up to go to work, she left Ryan alone with him. Th...

Jeremy Indika founder of Something to Say Official, presents his story. When Jeremy was 8 years old when his father allowed a trusted friend and colleague, to stay in their home after his parents’ divorce. The man appeared kind and respectable, gaining the family’s trust. Behind that image, he groomed and assaulted Jeremy. The process was so subtle and calculated that, even as an adult, Jeremy can...

Elizabeth June, known as June, grew up as the daughter of a single mother. Because her mother had to work, June was often left in the care of other families. During this time, she experienced sexual abuse from older children in those households, so frequent that she began to believe such behaviour was normal. At just 12 years old, a family friend, a grown male she trusted, sexually abused when he...

Sarah was always afraid of her dad; then something happened that confirmed her suspicions... Sarah talks about being fearful and a child and growing up scared leading heartbreak, when she realised that she wasn't imagining anything. Our brain often protects us from trauma and Sarah talks about why her dislike of her father was for valid reasons. Join our YouTube or Patreon Memberships for extra co...

Phillippa is an SRA (Satanic Ritual Abuse) survivor. She was a victim of child rape, torture and extreme abuse. Out of what was meant to destroy Phillippa, she survived by walking away as a teenager and speaks about finding God. In Phillippa's eyes, her faith stands as a quiet but relentless truth; even the most brutal evil cannot extinguish divine light.  Join our YouTube or Patreon Membersh...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Marita was just 7 years old when she was abused by teenage boys. Despite speaking up straight away, nothing was done. Marita tells the story of her determin...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Lee describes how abuse exacerbated an already troubled childhood, and how years of drug abuse and criminality followed. But he has managed to turn his...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Diane was silenced for over 40 years. She speaks of the power of finally being able to speak out, and to give her victim impact statement when her abus...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Whilst he was a young man, raised in a religious institution, Matthew was harmed in the most profound way. When he tried to raise the alarm, no one listened...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Dianelba broke her silence after 30 years by going public about the familial abuse she went through. When she first spoke out, her family silenced her again...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Juanita opens up about surviving abuse by multiple perpetrators — including her own headmaster. With courage and vulnerability, she shares the struggle of f...

Susan shares her powerful story of healing from childhood sexual abuse and trauma. Through honesty and deep inner work, she uncovered the strength and clarity to reclaim her life and guide others on their healing journey. To connect with Susan;  Website: https://www.susangold.us  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susangoldismagical  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@susangoldisma...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Kathleen suffered many years of physical, emotional and psychological abuse at the hands of her parents. There were times when she feared for her life....

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. When Tanya was young, her mum passed away, and family friends stepped in to help by organising playdates. However, these days grew increasingly sinister, an...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. When Jen saw changes in her daughter's behaviour she had no idea what was behind it. She had prioritised internet safety at home. This is an important messa...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Jocelyn's abuse was only made worse by family members who refused to acknowledge what she had suffered, and expected her to remain quiet. Her haunting story...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Deborah's intrafamilial abuse started when she was around 4 years of age. She spoke out to a parent, but this was never followed up, and the abuse cont...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when watching. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Nathan was 8 when his abuser first found him in a swimming pool changing room. He speaks with eloquence and honesty about what he suffered, and the kind...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. When home isn't your safe place - "I'm grateful for the memory loss" Did you grow up feeling safe in your family home? Have you ever had to make yourself sm...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Leila's story shows us how teens can so easily be made to believe that their abuse is a relationship, and that they are somehow being shown love. Her uncle,...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. The pain is palpable as Christina shares her very difficult story of abuse at the hands of a loved family member. This is a harrowing account of the impact...

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say. Having experienced familial abuse which started as an infant and continued throughout her childhood, Fay has spent many years researching and training herse...