For the first time, Royce Rendon tells his story in full on Trauma Interrupted with Jan Broberg.

Content advisory: child sexual abuse, childhood neglect and abuse, addiction, and suicide.

Jan Broberg sits down with Royce Rendon, a survivor, writer, and advocate, to get the deep dive into his story that hasn't been publicly discussed before. Beginning with a short video about his story reaching millions of people and in this episode he talks, without holding back, about the parts that video could not hold: the childhood behind it, and the aftermath that came after.

Royce describes growing up as the child of a parent living with addiction, and what it does to a kid to become the adult in the room before they are ready. He talks about the pressure survivors face to perform a “good” recovery, the loneliness of healing in public, and how hard it was to find trauma-informed care. He and Jan talk honestly about the justice system, about what happens when a case does not move forward, and about why reporting still matters even when it feels like it doesn't.

It is a heavy conversation, and also a hopeful one. Royce ends with three dreams he is keeping alive, and a reminder that survivors get to decide for themselves what justice and healing look like.

This is the kind of conversation we made Trauma Interrupted for. Honest, survivor to survivor, with nothing performed and nothing exploited.

Where To Find Royce:
Insta: @RoyceRendon

Mentioned Resources:
The Crime Victims Treatment Center (New York)

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[Content Warning]: Child Sexual Abuse, Grooming, Substance Use Recovery

In the first episode of Trauma Interrupted, host Jan Broberg sits down with Teresa Agustin, JBF Board Chair and creator of Spot 6, and her son Austen Tanner, JBF Co-Founder and co-creator of the T.I.M.E. Program, to introduce the show, the foundation's three pillars of Awareness, Community, and Justice, and the programs they have spent the past two years building.

Together, they trace why the rebrand from The Jan Broberg Show to Trauma Interrupted is more than a name change. They talk about how Survivor Circle evolved from an early community called Thrivivors, why the T.I.M.E. Program (Trauma Interrupted, Mitigated, and Expressed) was built as peer-led and community-sustained, and how SPOT6 teaches the six stages of child grooming so adults can recognize patterns before abuse happens.

Teresa shares her grooming story and the decade of silence that followed. Austen speaks about addiction, recovery, and why peer-to-peer community matters for healing. Jan ties it back to the foundation's broader mission of breaking the cycles of abuse that depend on secrecy.

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We're saying goodbye to The Jan Broberg Show by returning to where it began. Jan Broberg shares her story in full with good friend and fellow podcaster Dave Markel.

Content advisory: child sexual abuse, rape, kidnapping, brainwashing, emotional abuse, drug-facilitated sexual assault, and threats of violence.

In this episode • Jan sits down with Dave Markel, a retired family detective, trauma expert, and the producer and host of SASS: Sexual Assault Survivor Stories. This is the most detailed continual account of her abuse outside of her new book, The Jan Broberg Story. She goes deep into the techniques Robert Berchtold used to brainwash, kidnap, and assault her over years. For anyone trying to understand the predatory mindset and how grooming affects young, absorbent minds, this is a must-listen.

Be sure to check out Dave's podcast, S.A.S.S.
Sexual Assault Survivor Stories
Hosted by Dave Markel
https://sexassaultsurvivorstories.libsyn.com/

This is also a goodbye to The Jan Broberg Show. Its spirit continues on as Trauma Interrupted with Jan Broberg: same feed, same host, same dedication to survivors. One change worth mentioning. We will now release new episodes every Friday. Thank you all for your listenership and support. We will see you in Trauma Interrupted with Jan Broberg.

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Photographer and survivor Lee Cooper joins Jan Broberg to talk about thriving after intrafamilial sexual abuse, and the photography collective, Places Nowhere, that grew out of his healing.

Content advisory: intrafamilial child sexual abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, physical abuse, and a brief mention of suicidal ideation.

Today, Jan is joined by Lee Cooper, who courageously discusses the sexual violence he experienced at the hands of his father, not revealing his secret until 20 years later during the Covid Pandemic. Through his healing, Lee has created a photography collective called “Places Nowhere”, which expresses the dissociation one experiences during and after being sexually assaulted. Lee and Jan converse about Lee’s passion for photography and how it became a form of escape and mindfulness during his healing process. Lee speaks openly about the bullying and sexual abuse he endured , the abusive relationship with his father, and the traumatic incidents he both witnessed and experienced.. He highlights the importance of safe spaces and the vital role his grandmother played by offering her love and support. Lee discloses his abuse to his ex-girlfriend and reflects on the impact of reading 'The Body Keeps the Score' by Dr. Bessel Van der Kolk which became a catalyst for his healing. He shares the challenges he faced during the pandemic and the strain it put on his relationships. Lee also talks about reporting his father to the police and the personal consequences that followed. He reflects on the deep grief and pain he experienced and the impact it had on his relationship with his mother. Lee explores the process of reframing his relationship with his family and the desire for a better connection with his mother. . Lee shares his journey of self-awareness and the role of mindfulness in recognizing triggers and maintaining healthy habits. In closing they emphasize the need for peer-to-peer support and the power of sharing stories to raise awareness and support survivors.

Check out Lee’s photography and events:
Instagram: @coopscw
PlacesNowhere.com

Mentioned Resources:
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk
Sam Fender : Spit Of You

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A mother does the unthinkable to protect her child. Ruthie joins Jan Broberg to share her family's story of surviving child sexual abuse and the fight to save her daughter's life in the aftermath.

Content advisory: child sexual abuse, abuse by a sibling, and suicidal ideation.

Correction: the perpetrator is referred to as step-son/stepbrother in the episode; he is in fact the half-brother.

Today Jan is joined by Ruthie who is the parent of a child that went through sexual abuse by her half-sibling for two years. The story today is this child's story, but through the eyes of her mother, showing the sacrifices one has to make initially to end the abuse and later to save her child's life after dysfunctional behavior has set in due to the abuse.

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Today, Jan is joined by the one and only Alison Arngrim!

Content advisory: sexual abuse and mature language.

She discusses her experiences with abuse and her involvement in The National Association to Protect Children, where she currently serves as California Chair, National Spokesperson and Founding Board Member. Jan and Alison discuss the impact of child abuse on development, the global crisis of child abuse, future plans and advocacy, upcoming events, such as the 50th anniversary of Little House on the Prairie, and the importance of hope, resilience, laughter, and courage.

Alison Arngrim is best known for her role as the nasty Nellie Oleson on "Little House on the Prairie” and continues to amuse audiences through film, tv, stage and multimedia performances. Her one woman show "Confessions of a Prairie Bitch" has become a worldwide phenomenon. As a stand-up comedian, she has headlined at major comedy clubs and currently stars in two comedy series pilots including “Life Interrupted” and “C.P.R. She frequently mocks her "ex-child star" image on talk shows and won TV Land's "Character Most Desperately In Need of a Time Out" award in 2006. After co-star Steve Tracy died of AIDS complications in 1986, Arngrim began volunteering for AIDS Project LA. She later managed a nonprofit assisting families affected by HIV/AIDS. Currently a spokesperson for PROTECT, Arngrim advocates for stronger child protection laws and has shared her own story of childhood sexual abuse. Arngrim resides in Tujunga with her husband of 20+ years. She takes pride in being hated as Nellie and is happy to give people the chance to continue to do so.

Where You Can Find Alison:
Facebook: Alison Arngrim
Insta: alisonarngrim
X: @arngrim
Bonnetheads.com

Support Protect.org

Buy Alison’s Book!:
Confessions of a Prairie Bitch: How I Survived Nellie Olsen and Learned To Love Being Hated

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[CONTENT WARNING]: Rape, sexual assault, and suicidal ideation

Today, Jan is joined by Rachel Hunter, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose passion is working with survivors of trauma and Complex PTSD. Rachel began working in the mental health field in 2016 while pursuing her Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She went on to earn her Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. Rachel's passion for working with trauma and C-PTSD comes from her own lived experiences as a survivor of rape, sexual exploitation, and sexual assault. She feels an important part of her own healing has come from learning about trauma, connecting with other survivors, and consistently investing in therapy. Rachel strives to use her expertise and personal experience to help others heal from trauma and thrive as survivors.

Rachel is here to talk about her journey to becoming a therapist and her personal experiences with complex PTSD. Jan and Rachel discuss the impact of childhood experiences on relationships, the importance of self-worth and self-respect, and some steps to take in the direction of healing. Rachel shares her insights on building healthy coping mechanisms, practicing self-care, and mitigating suicidal ideation. She also introduces the SEEDS technique, which stands for sleep, eating, exercise, doctor's orders, and something for you to use as a tool for self-improvement and well-being; such as self-care, socializing, or sobriety. In this conversation, Jan and Rachel discuss various aspects of mental health, particularly focusing on living with clinical depression and seeking happiness and joy. They explore the concept of learned helplessness and the importance of taking control of one's life. They also discuss the power of making different choices and recognizing one's worthiness. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care, self-love, and finding hope and empowerment. Ultimately, they highlight the lifelong relationship with oneself and the potential for healing and empowering others.

If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:

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Today, Jan & Dave are joined by Kendra Crompton, a visionary and dedicated mentor, life coach, and motivational speaker. She has witnessed a perfect confluence of physical, emotional, social, and mental health through her work. Kendra started as a fitness trainer, but learned how to treat and heal the traumatized mindset in pursuit of total wellness for her clients and herself. Some of her signature techniques are lessons learned on the long climb back to wellbeing after a world-ending divorce in 2017. Kendra is the author of “Life Change Solutions: A Guide for Hope, Health, and Happiness” and shares her knowledge as a health & wellness consultant. Kendra blends the intensity of a physical trainer, the tools used in talk therapy, and the guidance of a nutritionist to help her clients at Life Change Solutions heal in a well-rounded fashion.

You can find her business at MyLifeChangeSolutions.com
Be sure to follow Kendra on her Facebook
And you can find her book on Amazon

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National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988
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