Ellen Westberg

Trauma Bonded

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A companion podcast to This Is Actually Happening (TIAH) in which two lifelong friends (and superfans) dissect each episode with empathy and levity – finding humanity between the layers of trauma, healing and darkness. Trauma/Bonded is hosted by Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia. It’s the podcast behind the podcast where we analyze the episode, the story, audience reactions and relate it to our own lives. We are Trauma/Bonded , To the story, To the storyteller, To the listeners, To each other. New episodes come out every Tuesday.

Author

Ellen Westberg

Episodes

The Safe Arms of Fabio (TIAH#288) 25.07.2023 43:32

Elly & T discuss Episode 288 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you didn’t know you were in a cult?”, in which we cover what being spiritual might entail, the power of compliments & how to fill nine hours in the Hot Seat.  Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes & Whit Missildine Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits...

NOT A Case for Retirement (TIAH#242) 24.07.2023 1:01:16

Elly & T discuss Episode 242 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you woke up and couldn’t move?”, in which we cover the love of a mother for her gay son, when one should stop voting & Rush Limbaugh. *Apologies for the Sound Quality!* Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Jason Blalock Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actua...

Get Behind Me Thetan (TIAH#243) 24.07.2023 39:40

Elly & T discuss Episode 243 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you signed a billion year contract?”, in which we cover all of the acronyms of Scientology, how SeaOrg might be the best weight loss plan & the value of sticking up for oneself. *Apologies for the Sound Quality!* Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Whit Missildine Special thanks to: Whit...

Too Many Red Flags for One Nanny (TIAH#267) 23.07.2023 58:17

Elly & T discuss Episode 267 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you were forced to keep the nanny’s secret?”, in which we cover how nearly every adult can fail a child, when to break up with family for good & why someone might choose to protect their abuser. Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andr...

We Need to Talk About Troy (TIAH#269) 23.07.2023 1:01:10

Elly & T discuss Episode 269 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you pled for your life?”, in which we cover absolutely nothing from his story because we find out some disturbing details from his past. Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Bella Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening Content/Trigger Warnings: Gun...

Please Ignore That Pile of Stuff (TIAH#270) 23.07.2023 1:12:47

Elly & T discuss Episode 270 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if your grandson was orphaned?”, in which we cover the work ethic of the addicted, the telltale signs your husband isn’t moving with you & the absolute doggedness of a woman determined to make it through. Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes Special thanks to: Whit Missildine &am...

Guys Who Are Into Data (TIAH#241) 23.07.2023 1:06:06

Elly & T discuss Episode 241 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you were the other woman?”, in which we cover high school, adult high school & how to judge the dead. *This is the first episode we EVER recorded! Apologies for the Sound Quality!* Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of Th...

Sometimes You Can’t Stop a Nap; The Nap is Coming (TIAH#268) 23.07.2023 1:10:16

Elly & T discuss Episode 268 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if he followed you into the house?”, in which we cover an example of when Church actually helped, when not to engage in “perspective checking” & the badassery of a southern sheriff and his aim. Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew W...

Now Hold Up Your Eye & Drive! (TIAH#262) 22.07.2023 56:42

Elly & T discuss Episode 262 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you were mauled by a grizzly bear?”, in which we cover reasons to go into the wilderness, polite Canadians & if it wasn’t a male, what were these “balls” he’s grabbing? *We refer to this as episode 1 but that was before the decided numbering convention. Our numbers will mirror This Is Actually Happening* Host...

Never Go to a Second Location (TIAH#264) 22.07.2023 1:13:00

Elly & T discuss Episode 264 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you were carjacked at gunpoint?”, in which we cover the invisibility of the middle-aged, choosing safety over freedom & saving oneself when a sex worker cannot. Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Bella Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening Co...

Give This Man Everything (TIAH#265) 22.07.2023 1:13:24

Elly & T discuss Episode 265 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if a routine pick up led to a crushing blow?”, in which we cover exactly how car repossession works, how all high wages and benefits should be diverted directly to Brian & when being beat by your mother might be a good thing? Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes Special thanks to...

The Only Way to Survive – Nay, THRIVE! – In Solitary (TIAH#266) 22.07.2023 1:34:08

Elly & T discuss Episode 266 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening , “What if you thought everyone was dead?”, in which we cover the dangers of warehouse living, the warning signs of a man who dances alone and how not to do Universal Studios. Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia Edited by: Cathy Sitzes Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happe...