Unsilenced: The Troubled Teen Industry
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Unsilenced: The Troubled Teen Industry
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In this powerful episode, Lyndsay Soprano and Meg Appelgate, co-founder and CEO of Unsilenced, confront the hidden atrocities of the troubled teen industry (TTI). Lyndsay courageously shares her own scars...
show moreThis episode pulls back the curtain on a $23 billion industry that thrives on the suffering of vulnerable children, exposing the shocking truths that have been kept in the shadows for far too long. It’s a conversation that resonates deeply with anyone who has felt the sting of trauma or stands beside someone who has.
Meg's journey from a victim to a fierce advocate is nothing short of inspiring. Her relentless pursuit of justice through Unsilenced offers not just hope, but a roadmap for reclaiming one's life after trauma. This episode is a rallying cry for change, urging us all to listen, act, and support those working to dismantle a broken system and protect future generations.
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Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:
Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to The Pain Game Podcast
(02:15) Lyndsay's personal trauma and its impact
(10:40) Introduction of Meg Applegate and her work with Unsilenced
(15:30) Meg's abduction and initial experiences in TTI programs
(25:45) The psychological and emotional abuse within TTI
(35:20) The financial and political aspects of the troubled teen industry
(45:10) Meg's journey to becoming unsilenced and advocating for others
(55:30) The importance of addressing trauma and mental health
(01:05:00) Resources and support for survivors of TTI
(01:10:00) Final thoughts and words of encouragement for listeners
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