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Survivor and attorney Sarah Klein, of Manly, Stewart & Finaldi, America's leading sexual abuse firm, goes after the issues that matter with this informative and compelling podcast. With media personalities ranging from athletes and celebrities to authors and wellness aficionados, insightful conversation will be the undercard and real change (or justice) will be the main event. Pull up a ringside chair and join the fight.
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Distinguished psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Kate Truitt takes her expert hat off and lets her hair down in today’s candid conversation with Sarah. The bestselling author of Healing in Your Hands and the new title Just Breathe lays bare her personal odyssey through loss and trauma as well as the key to her renewal- the realization that she was…
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Today on Bar Fights, we’re reposting one of our favorite interviews with Lauren Sivan, a former New York TV news reporter who is among more than 100 women who have accused media mogul Harvey Weinstein of sexual harassment. Get ready for a thought-provoking episode of the Bar Fights podcast with guest speaker Lauren Sivan, as she joins host Sarah Kl…
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Laura and Anne from Day One Part 2
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“Relationship skills are not innate. We go where the young people are, give them the space to talk about their relationships, and help them build the skills to ensure those relationships are healthy,” DayOne Executive Director Anne Patterson tells Sarah. On today’s show, Anne and DayOne Board Chair Laura Dukess break down those relationship skills …
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Laura and Anne from Day One Part 1
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“Love should always be safe” is the tagline for Day One, a New York City nonprofit working to end gender-based violence and the shame and trauma that lurk in its shadow by nipping it in the bud. Sarah sits down with Executive Director Anne Patterson and Chairman of the Board Laura Dukess to discuss their organization’s efforts to end abuse by teach…
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One woman’s story, and one woman’s moxie has protected countless children, and Erin Merryn is not done yet. Six year old Erin was too young to know what sexual abuse was, much less how to talk about it, so she remained silent as her abuse went on for seven years. In part 2 of her conversation with Sarah, Erin explains why she created Erin’s Law, an…
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Today’s Bar Fights guest, Erin Merryn, is a testament to the power of a story to move mountains. It took many tumultuous years for Erin to find her voice after having been repeatedly abused for six years of her childhood. Once she found it, though, there’s been no stopping her from using her voice as a compelling force for good. Since 2013, Erin ha…
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Today, Sarah brings on Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, for a robust conversation about keeping our children safe in digital spaces. Tune in to learn about the 5 layers of digital protection (Spoiler alert- the second layer involves your router), which are the riskiest social media apps and why, and the urgent responsibility we have to…
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Sarah and trauma psychotherapist and relationship expert Dr. Janie Lacy delve into the self-sabotaging patterns programmed into our subconscious by childhood trauma, how to recognize those patterns, unravel their roots, and do the work to reprogram them. Key take-aways from their inspiring conversation 1) Although our programming is not our fault, …
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In part 2 of their interview, Sarah and Diane share words of wisdom for keeping our children safe and keeping the doors of communication with them open when it comes to uncomfortable topics. On the table today- the two most common mistakes parents make when it comes to their child’s safety, sextortion, and why our kids are watching pornography, wha…
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Sarah sits down with Body Safety Educator and author Diane Tarantini to discuss the crucial education that Diane and her colleagues provide our school children to help keep them safe from predators’ insidious grooming. What are a groomer’s tactics? What should every parent be asking their child’s school? Listen in for the answers. Diane Tarantini i…
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Listen in as Sarah and Marvin discuss the hard-earned lessons in self-determination, gratitude, and the law of reciprocity that earned Marvin a “PhD in Progress” and the small steps he takes every day to maintain that progress in part 2 of their conversation on Bar Fights.
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Epic “Battles, Breakthroughs, and New Beginnings” are on the agenda as Sarah talks with author, renowned speaker, and ex-FBI agent Marvin Peake in this week’s awe-inspiring episode. Turning victimhood on its head, Marvin describes the gift he has found in the brutal circumstances that cut and shaped him to be the man he is today. The tenacity, resi…
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Nicole Braddock Bromley Part 2
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In part 2 of their discussion, Sarah and Nicole talk about the powerful impact that one small voice can have when you are willing to say hard things, the “gift of going second,” the responsibility of healing, and the sacred space that survivors have found in Nicole’s weekly e-course, UNLEASH. An advocate, activist, and survivor of child sexual abus…
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Nicole Braddock Bromley Part I
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On today’s episode of Bar Fights, Sarah talks with advocate and activist Nicole Braddock Bromley about how an unexpected confession in front of 300 teens at summer camp ultimately spurred her to start her nonprofit, OneVOICE, the power she has found in her endurance as a CSA survivor, and why EMDR and her dog are her favorite go-to therapies. An ad…
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In part 2 of this interview, Stephen details the catharsis that comes with taking legal action and pursuing justice in the hopes of leaving this world safer than how he found it.
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Sarah Klein sits down for a crucial conversation about accountability, healing, and the urgent need to confront institutional failures with friend, and fellow survivor, Stephen Mills, author of the deeply moving memoir, Chosen: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood.
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On today's episode, Sarah is joined by Lisa Bryant, award-winning director, showrunner, producer and development executive with 25 years of experience in documentary television, news, entertainment and sports, to discuss the shocking world of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Lisa discusses her experience in creating the award-winning Netflix …
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Jim Karol, aka Jimmy Da Brain, was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy just before his 50th birthday. Through the power of positive thinking and a daily regimen of brain exercises, Jim was able to reverse his medical condition. Now almost 70, he leads a healthy life as a renowned mentalist, a performer and the author of the self-help book Ultimate Memory…
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Comedians were put on this planet to make people laugh and to bring happiness to those who need it most. Jeffrey Gurian takes that concept to the next level. Besides being a comedy guru, Jeffrey is also a former cosmetic dentist, a stuttering specialist, and the author of inspirational books like Healing Your Heart By Changing Your Mind, Facing Adv…
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In today's episode of Bar Fights, Court Tv reporter, Emmy award winner, lawyer and former prosecutor Vinnie Politan joins Sarah to talk about the premise of his upcoming show, Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan. Sarah and Vinnie explore the concept of accomplices in criminal cases, how our justice system treats them and why they often end up …
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On Episode 54 of Bar Fights, Sarah once again engages in a conversation about the concern of child exploitation, this time with filmmaker, impact investor, and philanthropist Nighat Shah. Nighat is dedicated to using film to raise awareness about child labor, citing her journey from Pakistan as the driving force in her social justice filmmaking, sp…
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On Episode 53 of Bar Fights, Sarah sits down with Allyson McCabe, author of "Why Sinead O'Connor Matters." In a profound conversation about the artist's impactful career, they explore Sinead O'Connor's courageous activism during the 1990s, including her iconic moments of protest and the backlash she endured for speaking out against systemic issues …
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On episode 52 of Bar Fights, Sarah welcomes Michel Bryant, a journalist, attorney, and broadcaster with extensive experience in legal analysis and coverage. Michel discusses his transition from practicing law to TV, where he produces shows like "I Survived a Crime" and "Taking the Stand." He shares how "I Survived a Crime" explores diverse paths to…
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In this week's not-to-miss episode, Sarah sits down for a conversation with Nat Glover, a remarkable man born in 1943 in the segregated city of Jacksonville, Florida. Despite the challenging circumstances, Nat rose to prominence and earned immense respect as the first Black man to have been elected sheriff in Florida’s Deep South in over 100 years …
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In this inspiring episode of Bar Fights, Sarah chats with Terri Cole, a licensed psychotherapist and relationship empowerment expert. Author of Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free. Terri shares insights into authenticity, boundaries, and establishing healthy human relationships — especially the one with…
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This week join Sarah and Dawn Hawkins, CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, for part 2 of this thought-provoking episode, as they delve deeper into the crucial topic of protecting children from sexual exploitation. Building upon the previous discussion on the "dirty dozen list," which highlights influential companies or organizations …
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Get ready for a compelling episode with Sarah and Dawn Hawkins, CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. Explore the organization's vital efforts in protecting children from sexual exploitation and delve into valuable insights on how to safeguard your kids in the digital age. This is a discussion you won't want to miss, addressing a cruci…
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In today’s episode of Bar Fights, we have the pleasure of Part 2 with award-winning human rights activist and attorney, Yasmin Vafa. She and Sarah delve into the troubling issue of the abuse-to-prison pipeline. Yasmin sheds light on how young women of color are disproportionately affected by this systemic problem and has also uncovered another patt…
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In today’s episode of Bar Fights, host Sarah Klein speaks with award-winning human rights activist and attorney Yasmin Vafa about sex workers, sex trafficking of underage girls and the laws that impact these communities. Yasmin Vafa shares her knowledge on the types of sex workers, their consumers, and the laws that can either help or hurt them. Sh…
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On this episode, Sarah is joined by Dr. Thema Bryant, a clinical psychologist and president of the American Psychological Association. With her extensive experience in the field of trauma and healing, Dr. Thema shares her insights on the profound impact of stress on the body, and how it can hinder our ability to connect with ourselves and others. S…
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In this extra special episode of Bar Fights, personal friend, author, and survivor Jennifer Storm joins Sarah Klein to share her story of overcoming childhood traumas and addiction, and the journey of healing that led her to become a victim's rights expert and consultant. As a survivor and the author of six critically acclaimed books, Jennifer prov…
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In this powerful episode of Bar Fights, Yous'sima Rose joins Sarah to talk about the journey through her traumatic past and her mission to encourage others in healing. Yous'sima's incredible story of overcoming childhood abuse, toxic relationships, and various adversities including a suicide attempt, chronic illness, and mental health struggles wil…
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Steve Simpson, a New York media veteran and nationally recognized, award-winning child advocate, joins Sarah this week to share his personal journey of overcoming thoughts of suicide. From his childhood experience and understanding of the abuser mentality to what signs we can watch out for, Steve is on a mission to help others through what he's lea…
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Revolutionary recovery expert, inspirational speaker and best-selling author TJ Woodward joins Sarah to talk about the dynamics of trauma, unconscious programming, core beliefs, healing and forgiveness, and how each of these play a role in addiction. His personal journey through addiction recovery led him on a path to help others, with a unique app…
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Join singer/songwriter, author, survivor and victim advocate, Jessica Willis Fisher, on this week’s episode of Bar Fights. She and Sarah discuss her trauma experience, her journey of recovery, and how she’s come to a place of thriving in her healing with the help of her creative endeavors. It’s through understanding her own experience that Jessi ha…
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Award-winning documentary filmmaker, Tom DiDonato, joins Sarah to share his journey from feeling the pandemic weight of the world while working at a news desk, to spearheading a passion project that would highlight humanity's potential for kindness, even during the toughest of times. Pivoting is the action that helped Tom inspire a positive movemen…
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The Ambassador of Joy, Author, Speaker, and former quadriplegic Barry Shore joins Sarah on today's episode to talk about harnessing joy. Equipping listeners with fundamental tools of conscious intention and perspective-shifting strategies, Barry explains how we can make the choice to lead a positive, purpose driven life.…
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Lisa Garr was a competitive mountain biker, riding the trails of life when she experienced a traumatic accident that left her with a TBI and loss of speech. That moment changed her life forever, reshaping her thought processes, and ultimately leading her on a mission to help others tap into their inner awareness. Gear up for the wisdom of this life…
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Intuitive trailblazer Joyce Keller is an internationally renowned psychic, visionary and media personality who has written 11 best-selling books and holds the record for hosting America's longest-running, live intuitive advice show. On episode 33, Joyce joins Sarah to talk about her journey in realizing her gifts as a child, the powerful force of a…
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From the predatory atrocities of Bill Cosby to Brittany Maynard’s right-to-die advocacy, Nicki Egan has been at the top of her game and at the fore of award-winning journalism for decades. She is the author of Chasing Cosby - The Downfall of America's Dad and the host and executive producer of the podcast based on the book. On this episode of Bar F…
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Jane Velez-Mitchell was a news anchor in both New York and Los Angeles and won Emmys for her courageous reporting in both markets. Today, she is a 4-time author and runs Unchained TV, a global streaming network dedicated to programming about veganism, climate change and animal rights. On this episode of Bar Fights, Sarah and Jane explore the peaks …
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It's time to take a bath in healing sound and divine energy. The Transformational Power of Sound and Music was written by Flicka Rahn, and on this episode of Bar Fights, Flicka explains how she uses her own compositions and training to bring tranquility to the soul. From indigenous tribal music and crystal singing bowls to the soothing frequency of…
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Miranda Pacchiana. personal coach and host of Truth & Consequences: Navigating the Aftermath of Trauma, calls it "the second wound" — the doubt, the disbelief and the shame a survivor encounters from their inner circle when they disclose that they have been sexually abused. On this episode of Bar Fights, Sarah and Miranda lament the challenges they…
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On this episode of Bar Fights, Sarah goes a few rounds with a legitimate fighter — the one and only Gerry Cooney. Gerry's book, Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, A Champion in Recovery, chronicles his career as a professional heavyweight boxer and a survivor of childhood abuse and alcoholism. He now has life cornered and helps others learn …
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"The people who love you can handle it." On this episode, Sarah tackles childhood trauma from a unique perspective — through the eyes and heart of a survivor's partner. After three years of marriage, Danielle Sebastian's husband revealed he was sexually abused as a child by the Catholic Church. What followed was an inspiring story of healing, self-…
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Molested by her biological father at the age of 12, Kristin Walker has built a life dedicated to guiding people from chaos to peace on their paths to personal healing. What started as her own podcast in 2009 has blossomed into the Mental Health News Radio Network, which houses 75 shows focused on talking openly about all types of mental health. On …
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On the first day of his senior year of high school, Marty Tankleff woke up to discover the bodies of his murdered parents. He was immediately declared the suspect, coerced into a false, unsigned confession, and spent 6,338 days behind bars before being exonerated in 2007. Marty details his deeply compelling story on this episode of Bar Fights and e…
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LJ Johnson PsyD. IHP. FDNP
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The latest episode of Bar Fights navigates the complex and challenging aspects of endometriosis and the brave women who fight it. From laparoscopic procedures and excision surgeries to the mysteries that lead to botched and delayed diagnoses, Sarah and Lj Johnson, founder of Endowarrior Academy, discuss everything you need to know about this stigma…
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Episode 21 of Bar Fights is a sweet departure from the norm as Sarah welcomes her daughter for a cute conversation about her life as a 6 year old. It was the perfect way for Sarah to take a break from her hectic schedule. So sit back, relax and prepare to smile.
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We are healing. Growing. Loving. Falling down. Getting back up again. We are a force that can change the world." There could not be a better time to welcome HeatherAsh Amara to Bar Fights. In many ways, this planet is currently in turmoil, and the author of the Warrior Goddess series has some encouraging and inspirational insight for the human psyc…
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