A podcast where people share real stories of trauma, survival, mental health, and the darkest moments of their lives. Trauma, abuse, true crime, resilience, and the long road toward healing are at the center of every episode. These conversations go deeper than the surface to uncover the truth of what they lived through, what it cost them, and how they found the strength to rise again. It is real, emotional, and driven by the belief that when survivors speak, others find the courage to heal.
Hosted by Chell Bane, a medical professional with 20+ years in psychiatry and addiction medicine, and a survivor of trauma herself.
If you have a story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out a form here:
https://form.jotform.com/243366933402153
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A podcast where people share real stories of trauma, survival, mental health, and the darkest moments of their lives. Trauma, abuse, true crime, resilience, and the long road toward healing are at the center of every episode. These conversations go deeper than the surface to uncover the truth of what they lived through, what it cost them, and how they found the strength to rise again. It is real, emotional, and driven by the belief that when survivors speak, others find the courage to heal.
Hosted by Chell Bane, a medical professional with 20+ years in psychiatry and addiction medicine, and a survivor of trauma herself.
If you have a story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out a form here:
https://form.jotform.com/243366933402153
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scarlet McKenzie shares the moment her attempt to leave a controlling relationship escalated into something far more devastating. After enduring coercive control, surveillance, isolation, and retaliation, her child was taken without a warrant or court order following false allegations. What followed was a fight against a system that ignored due process, dismissed evidence, and repeatedly failed to protect families while prioritizing procedure over truth. Her story exposes how power, control, and retaliation can extend beyond relationships and into institutions meant to protect children.
Rather than staying silent, Scarlet turned survival into advocacy. As a mother and child welfare reform advocate, she speaks openly about family court trauma, CPS overreach, generational harm, and the long psychological impact of forced separation. Her experience sheds light on how survivors are often punished for leaving, how children are caught in the middle, and why accountability and reform are urgently needed.
Scarlet McKenzie’s Links:
https://www.instagram.com/scarletmckenzie
https://www.tiktok.com/@scarlet_mckenzie
https://linktr.ee/professionalbrat
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/scarletmckenzie/run-this-back
https://music.apple.com/us/album/run-this-back/1835128990?i=1835128991
Resources:
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233
Text BEGIN to 88788
National Coalition for Child Protection Reform (NCCPR)
Beyond the Monsters’ Socials:
https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemonsters/
https://linktr.ee/BeyondtheMonsters
Disclaimer: This podcast shares personal experiences and educational discussion. It is not medical or mental health advice. Always consult a qualified professional regarding your own care.
Topics: Child custody removal, False CPS reports, Domestic violence retaliation, Family court trauma, Coercive control
If you have a story you'd like to share on the podcast, please fill out a form here:
https://form.jotform.com/243366933402153
Please contact beyondthemonsters@gmail.com for any business inquiries!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.