I Need Blue
I turned around to see a masked man pointing a gun at me. It was just the beginning of a series of events, including robbery and abduction, which changed my life forever. I Need Blue, hosted by Jen Lee, is a podcast series featuring lived-experiences from survivors of life events. I NEED BLUE creates space for survivors of trauma to feel they BELONG, are LOVED, UNDERSTOOD and EMPOWERED! I called 9-1-1 and they provided me with life-saving directions to help my customer who was having a medical emergency. Law enforcement rescued us and caught the robber. Our first-responders face unique traumas every day. I NEED BLUE provides space for them too!
Episodes
110 episodes
Jordan: Faith-Fueled, Pressure-Tested, Purpose-Driven
If you’ve wrestled with father wounds, homelessness stigma, invisible illness, or the weight of expectations, this story offers a map and a hand to hold. We trace Jordan’s path from constant moves and a distant father to find...
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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Dawn: Child Psychological Abuse Related to Abduction, Parental Alienation and the Mormon Church
When truth is stolen, healing begins with reclaiming your story—one memory, one voice, one fearless step at a time.What happens when a child is abducted by a parent and raised in a world of control and religious manipulation? Dawn...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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51:47
Barbara: Parental Alienation Silenced Her—Then She Lost Her Daughter
Her daughter’s absence became Barbara’s purpose: to break cycles of alienation, pain, and silence.Barbara’s life was shaped by not belonging—from family struggles to a marriage broken by parental alienation that turned her daughte...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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Sifu James DeFillips: Real-World Self-Defense & Awareness During the Holidays
Have a plan before you need it.The holiday season brings excitement—and dangerous distractions. Between shopping lists, phone notifications, and crowded parking lots, it’s easy to let your guard down. But awareness is your greates...
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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John: Recovery, Redemption, and Community Rebirth - Feed The Lambs
"A child doesn’t care how much you know till they know how much you care," ~ KenyaFrom a nine-year crack addiction to 28 years of sobriety and service, John’s story shows the power of surrender and redemption. On July 22,...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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47:29
Theresa: Seventeen Years of Silence—and the Voice That Emerged
Theresa’s courage proves that even after 17 years of silence, a voice can rise stronger than the violence that tried to silence it.When Teresa heard glass shatter that March morning in 2007, her life changed forever. She survived ...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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Ashley: Tech Meets Trauma, Helping Domestic Violence Victims
One night on a dark New Orleans street, Ashley was held at gunpoint. But instead of panicking, she did something unexpected—she hugged the mugger. That moment of compassion wasn’t random; it was the result of a life shaped by trauma and healing...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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38:15
Jason: From Service to Brotherhood: A Veteran’s Path to Healing
Some heroes don't wear capes—they open their garage doors. Jason’s bimonthly poker nights have become a sanctuary for military personnel and first responders seeking more than cards: genuine brotherhood.Haunted by trau...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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58:30
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Adam: Shots Fired; The Call That Changed Everything
AAs a child, Adam dreamed of becoming an “ER car man,” a dream fulfilled through military service and policing—until a call to Walmart on April 8, 2016, changed everything. Confronted by a woman with a hatchet, Adam used deadly force. Though cl...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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58:02
Furry First Responders: How Dogs Support Mental Health After Crisis
When tragedy struck Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018, Laura—a licensed school psychologist—found herself on the front lines of grief and trauma. But amid the heartbreak, she witnessed something remarkable: therapy dogs offering comf...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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33:02
Diane: When Goodbye Comes Without Warning
When the unthinkable strikes, how do we navigate the darkness of grief? Diane’s life changed forever when her husband, Harry, passed suddenly just days after their final vacation. What began as minor indigestion revealed three severely blocked ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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A Drunk Driver Took Claudia's Life; Remember for Change
From Grief to Action: Honoring Claudia, Preventing TragediesWhen Tim and Melanie lost their 33-year-old daughter, Claudia, to a drunk driver on February 7, 2021, their world was shattered in an instant. Claudia, adopted as a teena...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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35:44
Nichole: When Daddy's Love Comes with Bruises
What happens when you finally name the trauma that’s shaped your life?Nicole’s powerful story of surviving childhood physical abuse reveals the journey from silence to truth. For 40 years, she carried the weight of her father’s vi...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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Shala: Breaking Generational Trauma, Building Futures - Treasure Coast Girls Coalition
From childhood trauma to becoming a fierce protector of young girls, Shala’s journey is a testament to healing and purpose. After losing the grandmother who raised her, she was thrust back into chaos—pregnant at 14, trapped in abuse, and raisin...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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50:35
Jeff: A Badge, a Battle, a Breakthrough: The Real Story of a Florida Police Officer
A single ride-along changed Jeff Otis’s life, launching a 26-year law enforcement career marked by trauma, tragedy, and ultimately, healing. Early heartbreak struck when a fellow officer was killed while Jeff was still in training, setting the ...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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42:58
Safe Families for Children of the Treasure Coast Chapter- From Crisis to Support
When a desperate mother walked into a foster care group home asking for help, the psychologist's response, "until something bad happens, I can't help you," led her to say, "If you don't help me, something bad is going to happen."
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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34:11
Mika: Her Dad Becomes a Hero, Saving Her from a Murderous Boyfriend
Mika’s story is one of trauma, loss, and resilience. Growing up in a humble immigrant household, she was shaped by responsibility and a strong moral compass, but a violent relationship and the tragic loss of her father changed her life forever....
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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45:43
Season 5 Introduction to I Need Blue
Connect with Jen:I Need Blue now has a new home at The Healing in Sharing! Visit thehealinginsharing.com to explore
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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1:21
Chad and Allison: Their Journey with Osteogenesis Imperfecta
What happens when two people with the rare genetic disorder Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) fall in love? Chad and Allison’s story is one of resilience, humor, and unwavering connection. From hospital stays and early challenges to building careers...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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39:58
Nicole: Navigating Birth Trauma, Child Loss, and the Healing Power of Storytelling
Meet Nicole, a resilient mother who endured birth trauma in Germany and immediately faced the fight for her son Owen’s survival. Just seven days postpartum, she and her husband boarded a military C-17 for a high-risk medical transfer, navigatin...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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49:30
Doug: A Navy Veteran’s Journey of Surviving Suicide, Mental Health Advocacy, and Hope
Doug's inspiring journey highlights overcoming childhood bullying, finding purpose through sports, and serving in the Navy despite a near-drowning experience. After leaving the military in 1984, he battled depression, failed relationships, and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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Trish: Surviving Stage Four Cancer and Finding Peace
Trish, a retired dentist and devoted wife and mother, faced a life-altering diagnosis of stage four uterine cancer after moving to West Virginia. What began as a terminal prognosis became an incredible journey of survival through medical care, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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26:54
Ron: From Male Breast Cancer Survivor (Twice) Powerful Advocate
Ron Rapaport's journey from a pharmacy career to surviving male breast cancer twice is a powerful story of resilience. After retiring in 2016, he discovered a retracted nipple while on a trip to Spain in late 2018. Initially dismissing it, he l...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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30:15
Addressing Fetal & Infant Mortality with Compassion: Indian River County Healthy Start
Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition’s mission is to establish and support a local system of care that optimizes the health of moms, babies, and their families living in Indian River County. In today's conversation with Me...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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31:29
Hayley: Lincoln’s Legacy, 8 Days of Love, Loss, and a Mother’s Strength
In this episode, Hayley shares the raw emotions of her pregnancy, recounting moments of boundless anticipation shattered by unforeseen complications. Her journey crescendos with a supportive delivery, followed by the fleeting joy of bringing he...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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1:09:26
