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Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and Empowerment

Bitch Is A Bad Word: A Domestic Violence Podcast on Healing and Empowerment

By: Lindsay Abernathy | Domestic Violence Survivor
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Bitch Is A Bad Word is a real, raw, and unapologetic domestic violence podcast that digs deep into healing, reclaiming power, and rewriting the rules after toxic relationships, domestic violence, domestic abuse, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and financial abuse. Hosted by Lindsay, a mom of four with zero fancy letters behind her name, this show is a no-BS conversation about breaking free and finding your voice.


Each week, we bring in experts, survivors, and the real-life stories that break open the shame and stigma—because 1 in 3 women in the U.S. experience domestic violence, and these stories matter.


If you’re navigating your own journey, standing in solidarity with others, curious about how to help someone, or unsure if you’re in an abusive relationship, this is the show you need. This domestic abuse podcast is your space to heal, learn, and rise together.


Don’t miss our weekly Bitch Sesh, where we spill the tea, share survivor stories, and talk about the messy, beautiful process of taking our lives back—one story at a time.


Join the conversation. Share your story. Let’s break the cycle together.


Because bitch is a bad word when it’s used to tear you down — but if you’re in the Bestie Gang, being a bitch means you’re a baddie. We've got your back, Besties!


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This podcast is for you if you’re searching:

  • Am I in an abusive relationship?
  • What are the signs of emotional or narcissistic abuse?
  • What is coercive control or gaslighting?
  • How do I protect my kids and get out safely?
  • What happens if I report my abusive partner?
  • How do I break the cycle of abuse?


If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

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  • (Re-Release) Laura Richards: Verbal Abuse, Narcissists & Reclaiming Your Damn Peace

    (Re-Release) Laura Richards: Verbal Abuse, Narcissists & Reclaiming Your Damn Peace
    Dec 25 2025

    Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays to all of our Besties!


    The holidays can be a tricky period of time so we are wishing everyone a safe holiday season. If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233


    This is a re-release from May 20, 2025 with Laura Richards.


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    He never hit you… so it couldn’t have been abuse, right?


    Wrong. And this week, we’re unpacking exactly why.


    Joining me is Laura Richards, narcissistic abuse recovery coach, author of Married to a Nice Guy, and host of the podcast That’s Where I’m At. Together, we talk about what it’s really like to be trapped in a relationship with someone who everyone else thinks is “so nice” — while behind closed doors, your sense of self is slowly unraveling.


    Verbal abuse doesn’t always leave bruises — but it leaves marks. In this validating and eye-opening episode, Laura helps us break down the subtle yet devastating effects of emotional abuse. We explore how narcissists weaponize charm, how control can hide in plain sight, and what it takes to truly heal.


    What to Expect in This Episode:

    • What verbal abuse actually looks and feels like — even when they “never hit you”
    • How narcissists weaponize kindness and charm to isolate and control
    • Red flags you might miss in a “nice guy” relationship
    • The unique pain of being disbelieved — and how to validate yourself
    • Healing after narcissistic abuse: reclaiming joy, confidence, and yes… enjoying dinner alone again


    Whether you’re still in it, fresh out, or deep in healing — this episode will help you feel seen, supported, and strong.


    Tune in now for raw truth, expert insight, and reminders that your story matters.


    Because your peace is not too much to ask for — and you were never “crazy” for wanting more.


    If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233


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  • Dr. Sherrie Campbell: When “Toxic” Love Feels Familiar, Healing Childhood Patterns While Co-Parenting After Abuse

    Dr. Sherrie Campbell: When “Toxic” Love Feels Familiar, Healing Childhood Patterns While Co-Parenting After Abuse
    Dec 23 2025
    Besties, if you’ve ever looked back and thought, “Why did that relationship feel like home, even when it hurt?” this episode is for you. Lindsay sits down with our new BFF, Dr. Sherrie Campbell to unpack the painful truth. When you come from low-effort families, inconsistency, emotional neglect, and chaos can feel familiar. That familiarity can pull you into intimate relationships that mirror your childhood wounds.And when the relationship ends, the impact doesn’t. We talk about co-parenting after domestic abuse, high-conflict custody, and how control can continue through communication, schedules, and court. Dr. Sherrie shares practical, trauma-aware tools to help you break the cycle, set boundaries that hold, use low-drama communication strategies, and protect your peace while staying grounded as a parent.In this episode, we cover:Why “toxic” love feels familiar when you grew up in a low-effort family systemHow childhood conditioning shapes adult attachment, tolerance, and red flagsCo-parenting after abuse, when communication becomes the new battlefieldParallel parenting vs. co-parenting, choosing safety and stabilityGray rock and boundary scripts to stop feeding conflictDocumentation and pattern tracking for family courtNervous system regulation when every message triggers anxietyRebuilding self-trust and breaking generational cyclesAbout Dr. Sherrie CampbellDr. Sherrie Campbell is a licensed psychologist, author, and speaker focused on toxic family systems, emotional abuse recovery, and boundary work that helps people reclaim their lives. Listen now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Watch the full episode on YouTube Join the Bestie Gang on Patreon for bonus content and behind the scenes Rate and review on Apple Podcasts so more survivors can find this episode Follow Bitch Is A Bad Word on Apple Podcasts and Spotify so you never miss an episode Share this with a bestie who’s co-parenting in chaos or healing childhood patterns Comment your biggest takeaway and the boundary you’re setting next Support is available through the National Domestic Violence Hotline (US) 1-800-799-SAFE-----Support Our Sponsor: TALKINGPARENTS APPThe #1 App For More Confident Co-ParentingClick to Learn More: https://talkingparents.com/biabwWe’re teaming up with TalkingParentsApp to give the Bestie Gang one of the best tools for the Bestie Toolkit, the power to communicate without chaos. Because as much as we love reading your “Texties from your Exties,” some messages are better left professionally documented.If you’re co-parenting with a narcissist, living through post-separation abuse, or just trying to protect your peace, the TalkingParents app will save your sanity. Every message. Every call. Every receipt. Safely logged. Documented bad words, gaslighting, word salads, or being run around more than a Target cart on a Sunday. Just boundaries, receipts, and your peace of mind.👉 Follow @TalkingParentsApp on Instagram & listen to the full episode of this Bitch Is A Bad Word ep now.Listen wherever you get your podcastsWatch: YouTubeJoin: PatreonFollow: Instagram TikTokSubscribe: Newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Family Court After Abuse: Litigation Abuse, Custody Battles, and How Survivors Protect Themselves | Nikhita Ved, Attorney

    Family Court After Abuse: Litigation Abuse, Custody Battles, and How Survivors Protect Themselves | Nikhita Ved, Attorney
    Dec 18 2025

    This episode is produced in partnership with The National Domestic Violence Hotline. If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org


    Besties, we’re going straight into one of the most overwhelming chapters after leaving abuse: family court.


    Because the truth is this. Abuse does not end when the relationship ends. It escalates. It shifts. And for many survivors, it becomes weaponized through custody battles, litigation, and the legal system itself.

    In this episode of Bitch Is A Bad Word, Lindsay sits down with Nikhita Ved of the National Domestic Violence Hotline to break down what survivors need to know when navigating family court, civil court, protective orders, and post-separation abuse.


    We unpack how litigation becomes the new form of control, why survivors are often retraumatized by the legal process, and how understanding court strategy, documentation, and timing can make all the difference. Nikhita brings decades of frontline experience supporting survivors through high-conflict custody cases, protective orders, supervised visitation, and court navigation, while Lindsay shares lived experience as a protective parent navigating the system.


    This is not about revenge.

    This is not about winning.

    This is about preparation, strategy, and protecting yourself and your children.



    What You’ll Learn in This Episode

    • Why abuse often escalates after separation through litigation and family court

    • How family court, civil court, and criminal court differ and why those differences matter

    • What litigation abuse looks like and how abusers use the legal system to maintain control

    • Why survivors need a bestie, not just an attorney, when navigating court

    • How judges actually think about the “best interest of the child”

    • How to prepare, document patterns, and protect your credibility in court

    • What it really means to work with a trauma-informed attorney

    • How pro se survivors can advocate for themselves more effectively


    About the National Domestic Violence Hotline

    The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides confidential support, resources, and safety planning for survivors of domestic violence 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Their advocates help survivors navigate abuse, custody concerns, legal options, and safety planning with compassion, patience, and care.



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    1 hr and 9 mins
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