WHEN DATING HURTS

WHEN DATING HURTS

A "must-listen-to" podcast on dating abuse and domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence. . Hosted by Bill Mitchell, author of the memoir, WHEN DATING HURTS (Amazon), this book is about the murder of his daughter by her ex-boyfriend. Bill and his wife, Michele, lost Kristin to dating violence. She was brutally murdered in June 2005, just 20 days after her college graduation. FACT: 1 in 3 WOMEN suffer serious physical violence at the hands of intimate partners during their lifetimes. Typically, it happens between the ages of 16-24. But can happen at any age. It doesn't need to happen. Bill interviews experts with key experiences in dating and domestic violence: • Actual survivors of intimate partner violence (dating abuse and domestic violence) • "DV" agency counselors • Law enforcement professionals • Parents of children who were either lost to, or somehow survived, dating violence After listening to the WHEN DATING HURTS Podcast, be sure to share it with those who need to hear it... Remember the 1 in 3 women statistic. It is real. The WHEN DATING HURTS memoir (paperback, eBook, audiobook) is only available on Amazon. Bill Mitchell's email: BillMitchell@WhenDatingHurts.com The WHEN DATING HURTS website is HERE.

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386. Mirroring - The Narcissist's Deadliest Trap

September 19, 2026 • 16 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Mirroring - The Narcissist's Deadliest Trap. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a relationship. It...
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379. Lisa Ortiz - Survivor Story of Hitting Rock Bottom and Choosing to Live

September 15, 2026 • 73 mins
This story comes with many warnings. There are descriptions of cruel violence, rape, addiction, crimes and incarceration, trauma bonding, and abandonment. If listening to this episode becomes too intense, stop and do what is best for you. Lisa Ortiz is an author and the founder of a nonprofit foundation. These are recent developments. In this story, you will hear how she rarely caught a break in life he received middle, if any,...
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385. Safety Planning and Strategies

September 12, 2026 • 16 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Safety Planning and Strategies. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a relationship. It is a fairly ...
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382. Rebecca Lazzelle - Pt 2 of 2 Pts - Surviving Financial Abuse, Emotional Betrayal & Near-Fatal Violence

September 8, 2026 • 52 mins
This story comes with many warnings. There are descriptions of cruel violence, rape, and trauma bonding. If listening to this episode becomes too intense, stop and do what is best for you. This is part two of a two-part interview. Rebecca Lazzelle is a domestic violence survivor. She is also an author and healer. When Rebecca contacted me, she said her experience shows the kind of emotional abuse and betrayal that leaves a su...
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381. Rebecca Lazzelle - Pt 1 of 2 Pts - Surviving Financial Abuse, Emotional Betrayal & Near-Fatal Violence

September 8, 2026 • 57 mins
This story comes with many warnings. There are descriptions of cruel violence, rape, and trauma bonding. If listening to this episode becomes too intense, stop and do what is best for you. This is part one of a two-part interview. Rebecca Lazzelle is a domestic violence survivor. She is also an author and healer. When Rebecca contacted me, she said her experience shows the kind of emotional abuse and betrayal that leaves a su...
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384. Spyware - Detection and Removal.

September 5, 2026 • 16 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Spyware - Detection and Removal. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a relationship. It is a fairl...
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377. Re-Release - Katie - Pt 2 of 2 - Escalation to Emotional, Physical, and Near‑Fatal Violence

September 1, 2026 • 42 mins
This is part two of a two-part story with Katie. Be sure you are ready to hear this story. As it proceeds, you will be hearing about horribly abusive physical violence and actual torture... Trigger warnings need to be expressed due to both the content and graphic descriptions. If this story is too intense for you, please stop listening and take care of yourself. Katie's Story When Katie met Mark, he appeared as this attractive...
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377. Re-Release - Katie - Pt 1 of 2 - Escalation to Emotional, Physical, and Near‑Fatal Violence

September 1, 2026 • 37 mins
This is part one of a two-part story with Katie. Be sure you are ready to hear this story. As it proceeds, you will be hearing about horribly abusive physical violence and actual torture... Trigger warnings need to be expressed due to both the content and graphic descriptions. If this story is too intense for you, please stop listening and take care of yourself. Katie's Story When Katie met Mark, he appeared as this attractive...
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383. Gaslighting and Psychological Manipulation

August 29, 2026 • 16 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Gaslighting and Psychological Manipulation. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a relationship. It i...
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375. Re-Release - Jen Lee - A Survivor’s Story of Dating Abuse, Emotional Trauma, and Recovery

August 25, 2026 • 59 mins
I met Jen Lee six years ago when she and I launched separate podcasts at around the same time. Both podcasts are heavily aimed at identifying and supporting survivors. Jen and I share podcast tips and have remained professional friends ever since. Residing in Virginia, her first marriage ended amicably (really). She wanted a relationship that matched her energy and zest for life. While having an after-work bite with coworkers, she...
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382. Dynamics that Make Coercive Control Effective and Difficult to Escape

August 23, 2026 • 15 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Dynamics that Make Coercive Control Effective and Difficult to Escape. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk y...
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374. Listen to the Mind of an Abuser - Our Eighth Installment

August 18, 2026 • 18 mins
We want you to hear from the mind of an abuser once more... This episode, our eighth in this "Mind of the Abuser" series, comes with content and trigger warnings: Domestic abuse, domestic violence, language, and graphic violence. We have heard enough about the minds and justifications of abusers to have insights into what we would probably hear. It would sound like the excuses for actions taken only to gain control over anothe...
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370. Isolation - Your Partner Wants You Away from Your Support Network

August 16, 2026 • 14 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Isolation - Your Partner Wants You Away from Your Support Network This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in ...
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373. Emily’s Story - Pt 2 of 2 Pts: Groomed, Controlled and Stalked by an Abusive Predator

August 11, 2026 • 44 mins
Content Warning & Disclaimer Please proceed with caution. This episode may be triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. There is a description of a rape. There is drug usage and both knife and gun violence. There is both emotional and verbal abuse. There is physical violence and the use of adult language. Listener discretion is strongly advised. This is part two of a two-part story with Emily. It illustrates how an inno...
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372. Emily’s Story Pt 1 of 2 Pts: Groomed, Controlled and Stalked by an Abusive Predator

August 11, 2026 • 57 mins
Content Warning & Disclaimer Please proceed with caution. This episode may be triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. There is a description of a rape. There is drug usage and both knife and gun violence. There is both emotional and verbal abuse. There is physical violence and the use of adult language. Listener discretion is strongly advised. This is part one of a two-part story with Emily. It illustrates how an inno...
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371. Stonewalling - When Communication is Controlled by Your Abuser

August 9, 2026 • 15 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Stonewalling - When Communication is Controlled by Your Abuser. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags you need to know so you will never be fooled by someone trying to use digital technology to control and stalk you in a...
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368. Shael Norris - Exec. Dir. "SafeBAE" - Youth-led Nonprofit Stopping Sexual Violence

August 4, 2026 • 77 mins
Content Warning & Disclaimer Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Shael Norris is the executive director of SafeBAE, a youth-led nonprofit dedicated to stopping sexual violence before it starts. Their focus is on middle and high school students. The mission of SafeBAE is to empower students to become peer leaders and ad...
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369. Ghosting Part 2 - When Your Partner Disappears to Control You

July 30, 2026 • 16 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Ghosting - When Your Partner Disappears to Control You. This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red flags yo...
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363. Jena Jake - Understanding Attraction Patterns & Warning Signs in Abusive Relationships

July 28, 2026 • 51 mins
Content Warning & Disclaimer Please proceed with caution. This episode may be highly triggering for survivors of abuse and trauma. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Jena Jake is a licensed therapist, certified coach, and author. Some of her many areas of focus are: prevention, early warning signs, and self-awareness. She will talk about personality dynamics, emotional blind spots, attraction patterns, communications...
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367. Dog Whistles - Covert Abuse Signals Abusers use to Control You

July 26, 2026 • 13 mins
This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. We call this: Dog Whistles - Covert Abuse Signals Abusers use to Control You This is a blend of survivor-centered education, psychology, and clear red-flag guidance. And it's all grounded in research. This is not an interview with a survivor. It is not red flags wrapped into a story. This is about the red ...
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