DeepSummary
In this episode, Andrea Gunning reconnects with Ashley Linton and Erin, two women who turned in their husbands to law enforcement after discovering child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in their homes. They discuss how sharing their stories through the podcast has affected them and the validation they felt upon hearing each other's similar experiences. Ashley and Erin also reflect on whether they would go back to their old lives before discovering the betrayal and how the experience has impacted their ability to trust and be open to new relationships.
Ashley and her teenage daughter Avea read and react to some emails from listeners, many of whom have had similar experiences or express gratitude for bringing awareness to the issue of CSAM. The emails underscore the courage and strength of Ashley, Avea, and Erin in coming forward with their stories.
Towards the end, Andrea reflects on her visit to the Utah State Capitol building and the symbolic meaning of the worn marble steps, representing the hard work and dedication required to enact change. She expresses hope that the podcast will inspire listeners to take action and hold people accountable for crimes against children.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Sharing their stories through the podcast provided validation and a sense of not being alone for Ashley and Erin.
- The betrayal had a profound impact on Ashley and Erin's ability to trust and be open to new relationships, though Erin appears further along in the healing process.
- Despite the trauma, Ashley and Erin have gained self-awareness, strength, and a newfound appreciation for joy and authenticity.
- The listener emails underscore the courage of Ashley, Erin, and Avea in coming forward and the importance of raising awareness about child exploitation.
- Enacting change requires dedication and perseverance, symbolized by the worn marble steps at the Utah State Capitol.
- The podcast aims to inspire listeners to take action and hold people accountable for crimes against children.
- Seeking support and therapy can be crucial in the healing process after experiencing a life-altering betrayal.
- While the journey is difficult, it is possible to rebuild and find joy and purpose after enduring such a traumatic experience.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I knew for sure that I never wanted to date again. I couldn't reconcile how I would bring somebody into, like, my safe circle that I've built over this last year, especially with the children.“ by Ashley Linton
- “I do try to online date. I do try to connect with people. But if it doesn't work out for me, I'm quick to shut that down and move another way because my life is good. I've done a lot of work to clean up that part. We don't have baggage moving from. I have full custody of my kids.“ by Erin
- “But through my therapy with Jess, I also know that I would have never been able to deal with some of my core wounds that have led me to some of the choices that I made, or not valuing myself and not trusting myself. Maybe me being who I was then would have made it worse for the children than actually dealing with how we got to this spot.“ by Ashley Linton
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Betrayal
iHeartPodcasts and Glass Podcasts
7/6/23
Ashley and Erin regroup to discuss how the series has affected them. Andrea shares listener emails with Ashley and Avaya.
If you would like to reach out to the Betrayal Team, email us at betrayalpod@gmail.com.
To report a case of child sexual exploitation, call The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's CyberTipline at 1-800-THE-LOST
If you or someone you know is worried about their sexual thoughts and feelings towards children, reach out to stopitnow.org
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