More Than True Crime Content with Elizabeth Smart
Summary
Jane Coastin interviews Elizabeth Smart, who discusses her new true crime podcast, "The Survivor Files," designed to let victims share their own narratives rather than having others tell their stories. Smart explains her approach to interviewing survivors, emphasizing the importance of respecting boundaries and allowing them control over their healing process. The conversation also covers the ongoing trauma of living with one's "worst day," the challenges of returning to the place where abuse occurred, and advice for 9/11 families navigating the 25th anniversary. The episode highlights the …
Topics discussed
Intro: The messy aftermath of trauma and healing
Trump's pledge at GOP convention and election integrity
Rising inflation, oil prices, and Fed rate hikes
Cost of Iran war and 9/11 memorial ceremonies
Introduction to Elizabeth Smart and her podcast
Why Elizabeth Smart started a survivor-led true crime show
The ethics of storytelling and the reality of captivity
Interviewing survivors: Respecting boundaries and consent
Discovering the hidden strength of survivors
The ongoing, non-linear process of healing and recovery
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Sponsors: McDonald's deal and Aura data protection
Living in Utah: Reconciling home with trauma
Defining identity beyond the trauma narrative
Advice for 9/11 survivors managing media saturation
Closing remarks and podcast promotion
Promo: Runaway Country on measles and vaccine policy
Outro: Newsletter, credits, and production team
Promos: Still Counting, Berkeley College, and ChatGPT Work
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