Call Her Daddy

Join Alex in the studio for a powerful interview with kidnapping and assault survivor Denise Huskins. In 2015, Denise was taken from her boyfriend’s house in the middle of the night. She was held for days, drugged, and assaulted before finally being released by her captors. But when Denise told the police what had happened to her, nobody believed her. In fact, they attacked her. They called her a liar, hoaxster, fraud, and the real life “Gone Girl.” They claimed she’d made it all up for fame and attention. Today, Denise is here to tell her incredible story of overcoming trauma, staying calm in the midst of chaos, and fighting for the truth. This is an important conversation about what it takes for women to be believed, the problem with victim blaming, and how Denise was finally able to reclaim her name and her life.

This episode discusses adult subject matter, including descriptions of sexual violence, and is intended for adult consumption only. Listener discretion is advised.

Listen to Denise Huskins audio book: Victim F: From Crime Victims to Suspects to Survivors.

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Join Alex in the studio for a hilarious and completely unhinged conversation with Heather McMahan. From hot takes on millennial trends to how her Pitbull obsession led to a Guinness World Record, Heather shares the wild stories that could ONLY happen to her. She also talks about her wildest medical stories, from ovarian torsion mid-flight to getting back on camera just days after a neck lift.. Enjoy!

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and sexual violence. Please take care while listening.

Join Alex in the studio for an important conversation with feminist philosopher and author Kate Manne about the Cornell sexual assault case that has sparked a national conversation and the powerful movement behind the words “I Am Jane Doe.” Together, they examine why survivors are so often questioned instead of believed and why our society seems more concerned with the consequences for accused men than the trauma experienced by women. From fraternity culture and consent to victim blaming, Kate unpacks the misogyny embedded in the way we talk about sexual violence.

Read More from Kate Manne:
The Cut: What It Feels Like at Cornell Right Now
https://www.thecut.com/article/what-it-feels-like-at-cornell-right-now.html
Substack: Ban the Fucking Frats—and in the Meantime, Avoid Them
https://katemanne.substack.com/p/ban-the-fucking-fratsand-in-the-meantime
Substack: They Didn't Want Consent
https://katemanne.substack.com/p/they-didnt-want-consent

Resources:
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, support and resources are available.

RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline
Free, confidential support available 24/7.
Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
Text: HOPE to 64673
https://rainn.org/hotline

Know Your IX
A survivor and youth-led initiative helping students understand their Title IX rights, access supportive measures, and navigate reporting and retaliation.
https://advocatesforyouth.org/campaigns/know-your-ix/

Equal Rights Advocates – Student Survivor Toolkit
A free resource created by survivors and legal advocates to help students understand their rights, navigate the reporting process, and access support after experiencing sexual violence.
https://www.equalrights.org/issue/student-survivor-toolkit/

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Join Alex in the studio for a conversation about the unknowns of becoming a mom. She opens up about the fear of losing yourself, the thoughts you’re scared to say out loud and what no one prepares you for when everything starts to change. From relationship changes and body image to the pressure to be the “perfect parent,” Alex gets into the honest reality of motherhood and the importance of removing the stigma around these types of conversations.

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This week, Alex is unpacking where trust issues come from and how they show up. Alex reflects on the relationships that completely warped her idea of love and her sense of security. From expecting the worst to questioning what’s real, she breaks down how past hurt can follow you into new relationships and what it looks like to unlearn the habits you once needed to protect yourself. Enjoy!

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