Smart Talks
Join kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart and Elizabeth Smart Foundation Executive Director, Heather Stockdale as they speak with therapists, survivors, and experts as they share stories of empowerment, recovery, and hope. If you or someone you know has ever experienced the horrors of sexual assault, then this podcast is for you!
Podcasting since 2020 • 91 episodes
Smart Talks
Latest Episodes
Season 5 Wrap Up!
In this finale episode, Elizabeth Smart and Heather Stockdale provide a reflective recap of Season 5, exploring the complexities of grief and the challenges of supporting those who are mourning. They examine the shortcomings of common responses...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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28:27
Healing from the Inside Out: A Powerful Conversation with Dr. Gabor Maté
In this insightful conversation, Dr. Gabor Maté delves into the deep and lasting impact of trauma, explaining that trauma is not defined by what happens to us, but by the inner wounds those experiences leave behind. He unpacks the complexities ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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55:36
Speaking Out for Survivors: Summer Willis’ Fight for Reform
Survivor, Advocate, and Athlete Summer Willis reflects on her powerful journey of reclaiming strength in the aftermath of trauma. She opens up about how her experience has shaped her life, why telling her story matters, and what drives her to p...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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37:50
Beauty with a Mission: How the Company BITCHSTIX Empowers Survivors
Emily Kennerk opens up about the inspiring story behind BITCHSTIX, the lip balm brand with a bold mission: empowering women and supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Emily reflects on the challenges of launching a purpos...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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45:11
Red Flags, Real Life, and Rising Strong with Influencer Mckinli Hatch
McKinli Hatch is a social media influencer, entrepreneur, and single mom who bravely shares her personal journey as a survivor of domestic violence to inspire healing, connection, and hope for others. In this episode of Smart Talks, McKinli sha...
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