Beyond the Monsters is a powerful podcast hosted by Chell Bane that delves deep into real-life survival stories and hard-hitting issues, including trauma, depression, domestic violence, cancer, PTSD, and abuse. This podcast amplifies voices of resilience and healing, breaking down barriers and challenging gatekeeping around mental health and recovery. Through a mix of discussions and survivor stories, it offers listeners raw, honest conversations with survivors, mental health advocates, and ...
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Losing Two Year Old Child and the Family Dog in a Tragic Accident
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1:20:41Naima Hill opens up about her profound journey through grief after the tragic loss of her daughter, Avy, and her beloved dog in a devastating car accident. She shares the raw reality of navigating immense sorrow, the challenges of finding support, and the ways in which society often falls short in offering empathy to those experiencing deep loss. I…
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From Religious Cult to Dominatrix
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1:28:18Raven shares her powerful journey of self-discovery, resilience, and healing. Growing up within the strict Jehovah’s Witness religion, she faced trauma, identity suppression, and addiction, struggling to reconcile her true self with the confines of her upbringing. She courageously speaks about the deep scars left by multiple instances of sexual ass…
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Groomed into Marriage and a Cult
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2:00:03Holly Buss shares her powerful journey of overcoming emotional abuse, manipulation, and religious grooming. She recounts how, as a high school student, she was groomed by an older man—her teacher—into the beliefs of Reformed Christian Reconstructionism, as well as into a marriage that was marked by control and emotional turmoil. This experience of …
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Spiritual Mediumship, Scientology Rehab, and Psychosis
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43:44Sarah Marie shares her journey through trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles, describing how growing up in a small town where secrets were hidden left her feeling vulnerable and fearful. She opens up about her battles with addiction, bulimia nervosa, and episodes of psychosis, which deeply impacted her life. Once a successful spiritual med…
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What They Never Told You About Adoption Trauma
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48:15Lorah Gerald discusses her experiences as a domestic adoptee and her advocacy for better mental health care for those affected by adoption. She highlights the hidden history of adoption, particularly the Baby Scoop Era, and its psychological impacts on adoptees. Lorah emphasizes the importance of healing for both adoptees and adoptive parents, the …
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Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse with Seth Gehle
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2:17:05In this powerful and deeply moving conversation, Chell sits down with Seth Gehle to uncover his journey from a childhood marked by relentless trauma and sexual abuse to becoming a published author and motivational speaker. Seth courageously shares his story of growing up in a chaotic and dysfunctional home shaped by addiction, neglect, and manipula…
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Church Trauma: The Hard Truths of Faith and Life Beyond the Bubble
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56:25In this powerful conversation, Melissa Greene opens up about her journey through church trauma, sharing her experiences of growing up in a conservative megachurch shaped by fear-based teachings. She reflects on how these doctrines influenced her childhood, her moments of doubt and questioning during college, and the transformative power of travel a…
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Reddit Stories: Cheaters Edition
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1:01:04In this episode, we dive into some of the craziest Reddit stories about infidelity and family drama. From a husband discovering his wife is cheating on him with his son to a father’s shocking betrayal of his dying wife, we explore the messy, emotional fallout of these situations. There’s even a wild tale involving a girlfriend and a rapper that you…
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The Connection Between a Love for Horror Movies and Trauma
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51:03In this conversation, we explore the intriguing relationship between trauma survivors and their unique affinity for horror movies. We discuss how horror films provide a sense of control over fear, offering a safe space to confront intense emotions. The discussion dives into the psychological and physiological responses evoked by scary movies, showc…
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The Love Bomb Trap: Understanding Narcissists in a Relationship
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1:08:27In this episode, Chell and Kenna Bane take a deep dive into the intricate world of narcissism, drawing from their personal experiences to shed light on the challenges of navigating relationships with narcissistic individuals. They unpack the signs of narcissistic behavior, the dynamics of love bombing, and the emotional manipulation that often defi…
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Growing Up with the Loss of a Parent
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1:19:17In this deeply personal episode, host Chell Bane sits down with Kenna to explore her experience of growing up without her father, who passed away when she was just six months old. Together, they delve into the complexities of grief, the unique challenges of losing a parent before forming memories, and the emotional development that stems from such …
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Finding Strength in Sobriety: Addiction, Family, and the Path to Recovery
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49:58In this episode, Chell and Dan Bane explore Dan's powerful journey through addiction, tracing the early influences that led him toward substance abuse and the role of family dynamics in his story. Dan opens up about his experiences with various substances, pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and the ongoing challenges of maintaining sobriety…
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Navigating Grief: Finding Hope and Healing During the Holiday Season
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24:22Please excuse our camera quality on Kenna, the trial and errors of getting started lol In this heartfelt conversation, Chell and Kenna Bane discuss the profound impact of grief and loss during the holiday season. They share their personal experiences with loss, particularly the death of a loved one, and how it has shaped their approach to celebrati…
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