Trauma Bonded

True Crime
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Comedy

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tiah

A companion podcast to This Is Actually Happening (TIAH) in which two lifelong friends (and superfans) dissect each episode with empathy and levity – finding humanity between the layers of trauma, healing and darkness. Trauma/Bonded is hosted by Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia. It’s the podcast behind the podcast where we analyze the episode, the story, audience reactions and relate it to our own lives. We are Trauma/Bonded, To the story, To the storyteller, To the listeners, To each other. New episodes come out every Tuesday.

Give This Man Everything (TIAH#265)

Elly & T discuss Episode 265 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if a routine pick up led to a crushing blow?”, in which we cover exactly how car repossession works, how all high wages and benefits should be diverted directly to Brian & when being beat by your mother might be a good thing?

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Cathy Sitzes

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Violence, Domestic Violence, Death, Poverty, Abuse of a Minor, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Only Way to Survive – Nay, THRIVE! – In Solitary (TIAH#266)

Elly & T discuss Episode 266 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you thought everyone was dead?”, in which we cover the dangers of warehouse living, the warning signs of a man who dances alone and how not to do Universal Studios.

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Cathy Sitzes

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Substance Abuse, Mental Illness, Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Suicide Attempt & Ideation, Psychosis, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Now Hold Up Your Eye & Drive! (TIAH#262)

Elly & T discuss Episode 262 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you were mauled by a grizzly bear?”, in which we cover reasons to go into the wilderness, polite Canadians & if it wasn’t a male, what were these “balls” he’s grabbing?

*We refer to this as episode 1 but that was before the decided numbering convention. Our numbers will mirror This Is Actually Happening*

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Jason Blalock

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Animal Attack, Blood/Gore, Attempted Suicide, Explicit Language Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Never Go to a Second Location (TIAH#264)

Elly & T discuss Episode 264 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you were carjacked at gunpoint?”, in which we cover the invisibility of the middle-aged, choosing safety over freedom & saving oneself when a sex worker cannot.

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Bella

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Stranger Danger/Crime, Kidnap, Sexual Assault, Guns, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathaneal Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sometimes You Can’t Stop a Nap; The Nap is Coming (TIAH#268)

Elly & T discuss Episode 268 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if he followed you into the house?”, in which we cover an example of when Church actually helped, when not to engage in “perspective checking” & the badassery of a southern sheriff and his aim.

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Cathy Sitzes

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Home Invasion, Graphic Violence, Child Abduction, Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Too Many Red Flags for One Nanny (TIAH#267)

Elly & T discuss Episode 267 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you were forced to keep the nanny’s secret?”, in which we cover how nearly every adult can fail a child, when to break up with family for good & why someone might choose to protect their abuser.

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Cathy Sitzes

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Suicide Attempt, Explicit Language Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We Need to Talk About Troy (TIAH#269)

Elly & T discuss Episode 269 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you pled for your life?”, in which we cover absolutely nothing from his story because we find out some disturbing details from his past.

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Bella

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Gun Violence, Mass Shooting, Death, Sexual Abuse of a Minor, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Please Ignore That Pile of Stuff (TIAH#270)

Elly & T discuss Episode 270 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if your grandson was orphaned?”, in which we cover the work ethic of the addicted, the telltale signs your husband isn’t moving with you & the absolute doggedness of a woman determined to make it through.

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Cathy Sitzes

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Gun Violence, Mass Shooting, Death, Child Endangerment, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guys Who Are Into Data (TIAH#241)

Elly & T discuss Episode 241 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you were the other woman?”, in which we cover high school, adult high school & how to judge the dead.

*This is the first episode we EVER recorded! Apologies for the Sound Quality!*

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Cathy Sitzes

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Graphic Bodily Injury, Explicit Language Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get Behind Me Thetan (TIAH#243)

Elly & T discuss Episode 243 of the podcast This Is Actually Happening, “What if you signed a billion year contract?”, in which we cover all of the acronyms of Scientology, how SeaOrg might be the best weight loss plan & the value of sticking up for oneself.

*Apologies for the Sound Quality!*

Hosted by: Elly Westberg & Therese Garcia

Edited by: Whit Missildine

Special thanks to: Whit Missildine & Andrew Waits of This Is Actually Happening

Content/Trigger Warnings: Abuse of a Minor, Parental Neglect, Sexual Assault, Suicidal Ideation, Explicit Language

Instagram: @traumabondedpodofficial

Website: traumabondedpod.com Website by: Nathanael Trimboli

Email: traumabondedpod@gmail.com Original Music by: Nathanael Trimboli

Services

If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988

National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.