The is Poppy's story - 'Why We Don’t Talk About' It looks at the systems, fears, and stigma that keep people quiet, and the emotional cost of being unheard. It’s about survival, resilience, and the long road to finding a voice again — even when the world would rather look away.This is not just one story. It reflects the experiences of countless people who were never given the space, safety, or support to speak. By telling it, we begin to challenge the silence and open the door to understanding, accountability, and healing.

In this first episode, I share my story of surviving child sexual abuse — not to shock, but to tell the truth. I talk about the impact it had on my life, including my mental health, relationships, work, and how becoming a mother shaped my healing.This episode is about breaking silence, challenging shame, and giving space to conversations that are so often avoided. It marks the beginning of this podcast and the reason it exists — to raise awareness, centre survivor voices, and remind others that they are not alone.Content warning: child sexual abuse.