Bar Fights

On this episode, Sarah is joined by Dr. Thema Bryant, a clinical psychologist and president of the American Psychological Association. With her extensive experience in the field of trauma and healing, Dr. Thema shares her insights on the profound impact of stress on the body, and how it can hinder our ability to connect with ourselves and others. Sarah and Dr. Thema delve into the different modalities of healing, empowerment, self love and practical strategies for individuals to reconnect with their bodies and begin the healing process. With her compassionate and knowledgeable approach, she provides a wealth of information and resources for listeners to begin or continue their own journey towards healing.

In this extra special episode of Bar Fights, personal friend, author, and survivor Jennifer Storm joins Sarah Klein to share her story of overcoming childhood traumas and addiction, and the journey of healing that led her to become a victim's rights expert and consultant. As a survivor and the author of six critically acclaimed books, Jennifer provides a unique perspective on the process of healing and post-traumatic growth.

In this powerful episode of Bar Fights, Yous'sima Rose joins Sarah to talk about the journey through her traumatic past and her mission to encourage others in healing. Yous'sima's incredible story of overcoming childhood abuse, toxic relationships, and various adversities including a suicide attempt, chronic illness, and mental health struggles will leave you inspired and motivated. Her humble perspective and heart-centered approach to healing and empowering others makes her an infectious light to be around.

Steve Simpson, a New York media veteran and nationally recognized, award-winning child advocate, joins Sarah this week to share his personal journey of overcoming thoughts of suicide. From his childhood experience and understanding of the abuser mentality to what signs we can watch out for, Steve is on a mission to help others through what he's learned. His message of hope and prevention is one that needs to be heard.

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Revolutionary recovery expert, inspirational speaker and best-selling author TJ Woodward joins Sarah to talk about the dynamics of trauma, unconscious programming, core beliefs, healing and forgiveness, and how each of these play a role in addiction. His personal journey through addiction recovery led him on a path to help others, with a unique approach he has coined The Conscious Recovery Method. There is something for everyone in this episode of Bar Fights, and is truly one you don’t want to miss.

Join singer/songwriter, author, survivor and victim advocate, Jessica Willis Fisher, on this week’s episode of Bar Fights. She and Sarah discuss her trauma experience, her journey of recovery, and how she’s come to a place of thriving in her healing with the help of her creative endeavors. It’s through understanding her own experience that Jessi has used her story, her music and writing to be an encouraging, guiding light for other victims of sexual abuse.

Award-winning documentary filmmaker, Tom DiDonato, joins Sarah to share his journey from feeling the pandemic weight of the world while working at a news desk, to spearheading a passion project that would highlight humanity's potential for kindness, even during the toughest of times. Pivoting is the action that helped Tom inspire a positive movement by encouraging people to share their stories of selflessness and compassion.

The Ambassador of Joy, Author, Speaker, and former quadriplegic Barry Shore joins Sarah on today's episode to talk about harnessing joy. Equipping listeners with fundamental tools of conscious intention and perspective-shifting strategies, Barry explains how we can make the choice to lead a positive, purpose driven life.

Lisa Garr was a competitive mountain biker, riding the trails of life when she experienced a traumatic accident that left her with a TBI and loss of speech. That moment changed her life forever, reshaping her thought processes, and ultimately leading her on a mission to help others tap into their inner awareness. Gear up for the wisdom of this life-force trailblazer as she talks about how to course-correct, live intentionally, and design a purposeful life.

Intuitive trailblazer Joyce Keller is an internationally renowned psychic, visionary and media personality who has written 11 best-selling books and holds the record for hosting America's longest-running, live intuitive advice show. On episode 33, Joyce joins Sarah to talk about her journey in realizing her gifts as a child, the powerful force of angels around us, and what we can do to keep pushing forward during tough times.

From the predatory atrocities of Bill Cosby to Brittany Maynard’s right-to-die advocacy, Nicki Egan has been at the top of her game and at the fore of award-winning journalism for decades. She is the author of Chasing Cosby - The Downfall of America's Dad and the host and executive producer of the podcast based on the book. On this episode of Bar Fights, Nicki talks about her journey and provides an insider's view on the case that brought down a TV idol.

Jane Velez-Mitchell was a news anchor in both New York and Los Angeles and won Emmys for her courageous reporting in both markets. Today, she is a 4-time author and runs Unchained TV, a global streaming network dedicated to programming about veganism, climate change and animal rights. On this episode of Bar Fights, Sarah and Jane explore the peaks and valleys that led to Jane's tireless advocacy.

It's time to take a bath in healing sound and divine energy. The Transformational Power of Sound and Music was written by Flicka Rahn, and on this episode of Bar Fights, Flicka explains how she uses her own compositions and training to bring tranquility to the soul. From indigenous tribal music and crystal singing bowls to the soothing frequency of 432Hz, Flicka Rahn can help you unblock your chi.

Miranda Pacchiana. personal coach and host of Truth & Consequences: Navigating the Aftermath of Trauma, calls it "the second wound" — the doubt, the disbelief and the shame a survivor encounters from their inner circle when they disclose that they have been sexually abused. On this episode of Bar Fights, Sarah and Miranda lament the challenges they both faced from loved ones and how it stifled the healing process.

On this episode of Bar Fights, Sarah goes a few rounds with a legitimate fighter — the one and only Gerry Cooney. Gerry's book, Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, A Champion in Recovery, chronicles his career as a professional heavyweight boxer and a survivor of childhood abuse and alcoholism. He now has life cornered and helps others learn how to knock out their demons and the boogeyman he affectionately calls "The Itty-Bitty Shitty Committee."

"The people who love you can handle it." On this episode, Sarah tackles childhood trauma from a unique perspective — through the eyes and heart of a survivor's partner. After three years of marriage, Danielle Sebastian's husband revealed he was sexually abused as a child by the Catholic Church. What followed was an inspiring story of healing, self-care, unconditional love and the book that chronicles the journey — Resilient Wives: A Guide for Wives Supporting Their Husband Through Childhood Trauma Recovery

Molested by her biological father at the age of 12, Kristin Walker has built a life dedicated to guiding people from chaos to peace on their paths to personal healing. What started as her own podcast in 2009 has blossomed into the Mental Health News Radio Network, which houses 75 shows focused on talking openly about all types of mental health. On episode 25, Sarah and Kristen reflect on their similar journeys and the experiences that brought them both to the front line of advocacy.

On the first day of his senior year of high school, Marty Tankleff woke up to discover the bodies of his murdered parents. He was immediately declared the suspect, coerced into a false, unsigned confession, and spent 6,338 days behind bars before being exonerated in 2007. Marty details his deeply compelling story on this episode of Bar Fights and explains how he has turned his painful experience into a busy and heroic life of advocacy.

The latest episode of Bar Fights navigates the complex and challenging aspects of endometriosis and the brave women who fight it. From laparoscopic procedures and excision surgeries to the mysteries that lead to botched and delayed diagnoses, Sarah and Lj Johnson, founder of Endowarrior Academy, discuss everything you need to know about this stigmatized disease. Don't succumb to those 2 AM Google searches — let Lj Johnson get you on the path to healing and wholeness.

Episode 21 of Bar Fights is a sweet departure from the norm as Sarah welcomes her daughter for a cute conversation about her life as a 6 year old. It was the perfect way for Sarah to take a break from her hectic schedule. So sit back, relax and prepare to smile.