Cries Of Redemption
Cries of Redemption is a faith-based podcast dedicated to breaking the silence around trauma, abuse, and deep emotional pain. Hosted by Janelle Starkey, a survivor and advocate, this podcast invites you into raw, honest conversations about healing, redemption, and the power of speaking truth. Each episode blends personal storytelling, biblical encouragement, and practical steps toward healing for those who feel forgotten, unloved, or broken. Whether you’ve walked through trauma or are supporting someone who has, you are welcome here. There is still hope. There is still healing. And you are deeply and unconditionally loved.
New episodes drop three times a month, with exclusive content available for subscribers.
Cries Of Redemption
Breaking Shame & Releasing Secrets
Episode 1 – Breaking Shame & Releasing Secrets
In this deeply vulnerable first episode, I open up about why I’m finally sharing my story of sexual abuse—and why I believe it could be the key to someone else’s healing. I ask hard questions many of us carry in silence:
What have I been too ashamed to say? What has secrecy cost me? What changed when I finally spoke the truth?
I share pieces of my own journey, including painful confessions about how abuse shaped my choices and identity, the weight of a courtroom loss, and the moment I almost gave up fighting for justice. I don’t tell it all—there’s too much for one episode—but I start peeling back the layers.
Through scriptures like John 3:16 and Psalm 34:17–18, I explore how God meets us in our darkest places. I talk about forgiveness, the danger of holding grudges, and the unexpected conversations this episode sparked with my own husband—especially about our daughter, and the reality of protecting the next generation.
If you’ve ever felt alone, dirty, or too broken to be healed, this episode is for you. It’s not easy to hear. It wasn’t easy to speak. But it’s time to break shame and release the secrets—because silence never saved anyone.
🎧 Want to reach out? I’d love to hear from you.
🎙 Speak Your Heart
I want to hear your testimony, your questions, or anything you’ve been holding in.
This space is safe, and I’m listening. 💚
Leave me a voice message:
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You can contact me by:
Email:
💌 prayer@criesofredemption.com for prayer requests
📝 mystory@criesofredemption.com if you’d like to share your testimony
📩 contact@criesofredemption.com for all other messages
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And of course, you can find Cries of Redemption on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major streaming platforms.
This podcast reflects my own experiences and beliefs. It is not affiliated with my place of work, my church, or any other institution. All content is shared with the intention of inspiring hope, healing, and faith-based reflection.
Mental Health & Crisis Resources to Include:
(You wanted this either mid-episode or at the end of every episode.)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.) – Dial 988
- RAINN (Sexual Assault Hotline) – 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or www.rainn.org
- Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 (Free 24/7 support)
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support) – Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678
- Find a Therapist: www.psychologytoday.com