IPV and Me: My Journey with Domestic Abuse
Hi, I’m Amanda, the host of IPV and Me, and this podcast is my personal journey through the complex, painful, and often hidden world of intimate partner violence. I share my real experiences with domestic abuse—what it looked like, how it felt, why I stayed, and how I found the strength to leave.This isn’t just about what happened to me. It’s about breaking the silence, exploring the emotional and psychological layers of abuse, and offering support to others who may be in similar situations. Whether you’re a survivor, someone still in it, or just trying to...
Episodes
A Decade of Freedom - Let's Celebrate!
This week’s episode is a little different. I’m taking a break from interviews and storytelling to just sit down and talk — about life, healing, and what it means to reach ten years since I left my abuser. As I approach my 40th birthday, I’m…
E 28 - Kerry Katona (Re-recorded)
In this episode of IPV and Me – My Journey with Domestic Abuse, I’m sharing the story of Kerry Katona. Many people know Kerry as a singer, TV personality, and someone who has lived much of her life in the public eye. But behind the fame, sh…
Asking For It: Sophie Toscan duPlantier Part 2
In Part Two of our deep dive into the 1996 murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, we examine the man who would come to dominate headlines: Ian Bailey. As the Garda investigation unfolds, Bailey—a local journalist—emerges not just as a reporte…
Asking For It: Sophie Toscan duPlantier Part 1
In this special two-part, I examine the tragic and deeply unsettling case of Sophie Toscan du Plantier— a French woman who was brutally murdered outside her holiday home in West Cork, Ireland, just before Christmas in 1996.In Part One, I’ll…
Bonus: The Trial of Sean Diddy Combs Week 1
In this bonus episode, I highlight the key statements from the first round of witnesses, particularly from Cassie Ventura. This case is reshaping public conversations about power, fame and accountability in domestic abuse. Socials:@mandgogg…
Ep 34 - Nicola Hanney Part 2
We're back after a very extended break so here is a very extended episode! (Take breaks, we'll hold your place!). And Happy International Women's Day to all you beautiful bold women!In today's episode, I travel to Ireland for the story of o…
Ep 34 - Nicola Hanney Part 1
We're back after a very extended break so here is a very extended episode in two parts... both released together (Take breaks, we'll hold your place!). And Happy International Women's Day to all you beautiful bold women!In today's episode, …
Asking For It: Rachel Callaly (Rachel O'Reilly)
October 4th, 2004, was a regular morning for Rachel Callaly, a mother and wife. She got her kids ready and dropped them off at school. But her journey back home would prove to be her last.Social Media:@mandgoggs email: ipvandmepodcast@gmail…
Asking For It: Katie Piper
Welcome to a new side series called, 'Asking For It'. Here I will be telling stories of violence against women outside of the category of domestic abuse. Today's episode is about Katie Piper who was viciously attacked by a man she was datin…
*Bonus* FKA Twigs V Shia laBeouf
In December 2020, singer FKA Twigs filed a lawsuit against her ex-partner actor Shia LaBeouf accusing him of sexual battery, assault and infliction of emotional stress during their relationship. He responded by saying he had been abusive to…
E31 - Mel B aka Scary Spice Part 2
Mel B, otherwise known as Scary Spice, one-fifth of the bestselling girl group of all time, The Spice Girls. After a public humiliation by comedian and father of her child, Eddie Murphy, Mel found herself in a vulnerable position. Until alo…
E30 - Mel B aka Scary Spice part 1
Mel B, otherwise known as Scary Spice, one-fifth of the bestselling girl group of all time, The Spice Girls. After a public humiliation by comedian and father of her child, Eddie Murphy, Mel found herself in a vulnerable position. Until alo…
Bonus Episode - Cassie Ventura and Sean 'Diddy' Combs
In November 2023, singer Cassie Ventura filed a lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs. She said Diddy had put her through years of sexual violence and physical abuse. Diddy denied the claims until just this week on May 17th, shocking video was…
E29 - Victoria Cilliers
We are finally back after an extended break! I missed you! On this week's episode, I discuss Victoria Ciller's story. Victoria met a man who was charming, loving and everything she ever wanted. But soon the lies started and a lot of things …
E28 - Kerry Katona feat. My first guest...my sister!
Today's episode features my first guest: my little sister, Tamara! Today we tell the story of TV personality and former popstar Kerry Katona's lifelong journey with toxic men and focus particularly on her abusive relationship with her husba…
E27 - Amber Heard Part 2
Everyone knows the media circus that was the Depp v. Heard trial. But did anyone truly listen to the evidence presented by Heard and her team or was it over for her before it even started? Part 2.Sources and Helpful Articles:The Sun Article…
E26 - Amber Heard Part 1
Everyone knows the media circus that was the Depp v. Heard trial. But did anyone truly listen to the evidence presented by Heard and her team or was it over for her before it even started?Sources and Helpful Articles:Amber’s 2018 piece for …
E25 - Stories from #SheWins (Audio Fixed)
This week's episode features stories from everyday women taken from the book series #SheWins.Address Confidentiality Program - https://victimconnect.org/learn/address-confidentiality/Lovern’s website - https://lovelifenow.org/Alisa’s websit…
E24 - Audrina Patridge
Audrina Patridge is well known for her time on the smash hit reality show 'The Hills', but Audrina spent many years suffering abuse at the hands of her partner, Corey. This episode goes to show you never really know what's going on in a cel…
E23 - Claire and Charlotte Hart (Audio Fixed)
This episode highlights the danger of leaving an abuser. This is the story of Claire and Charlotte, and the Hart family.Sources:Book written by Luke and Ryan Hart: https://amzn.to/3ofvk2xLuke’s letter to Ryan: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.…
*Bonus* Facts, Statistics & How to Know You're Being Abused from 'Assume Nothing' by Tanya Selvaratnam
This is a bonus episode where I read some facts and statistics and give important information about domestic abuse, all taken from Tanya Selvaratnam's book, 'Assume Nothing'. (See episode 22 for her full story: https://media.rss.com/ipvandm…
E22 - Tanya Selvaratnam
Tanya Selavaratnam suffered abuse at the hands of the former Attorney General of NY, Eric Schneiderman. In her memoir, 'Assume Nothing' she gives a harrowing account of the abuse and control she suffered.Help:https://www.thehotline.org/Patr…
E21 Hedda Nussbaum Part 2 (Audio Fixed)
Part 2 of the story of Hedda Nussbaum.Sources:https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/grieving-sister-alleged-murder-victim-28865619https://medium.com/@johnmarkgreenwriter/unstoppable-722c5cbe7d03https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CfwWV-XV…
E20 - Hedda Nussbaum Part 1
Hedda Nussbaum spent years being tortured and abused by her partner, Joel Steinberg. Little did she know it would end in the most horrendous thing any parent could go through.Sources:https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/grieving-siste…
E19 - Gabby Petito (Audio Fixed)
The missing person case and subsequent murder of Gabby Petito became a social media sensation in 2021. Her fiance Brian Laundrie had returned from their trip without her and was refusing to talk to the police or Gabbie's family, but where w…
E18 - Nadine Lott
This week's episode takes us to my home country, Ireland and is the devastating and brutal story of Nadine Lott. Nadine did everything you're 'supposed to do', so why did she still end up dead? This one is particularly violent so listener d…
E17 - Taylor Armstrong Part 2
Taylor Armstrong is an OG Real Housewife of Beverly Hills. When the show first aired, little did the viewers know that her Stepford Wife's outer appearance was a ruse to hide the fact that her husband, Russell was brutally abusing her.Sourc…
E16 - Taylor Armstrong Part 1
Taylor Armstrong is an OG Real Housewife of Beverly Hills. When the show first aired, little did the viewers know that her Stepford Wife's outer appearance was a ruse to hide the fact that her husband, Russell was brutally abusing her.Sourc…
E15 - Leslie Morgan Steiner Part 3
This concludes the story of Leslie Morgan Steiner.Sources:TEDTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/leslie_morgan_steiner_why_domestic_violence_victims_don_t_leave?language=enBook:https://tidd.ly/3EmKg2R
E14 - Leslie Morgan Steiner Part 2
Welcome back for part 2 of the story of Leslie Morgan Steiner.(Warning: Leslie's story is particularly violent at times.)Sources:TEDTalk: https://www.ted.com/talks/leslie_morgan_steiner_why_domestic_violence_victims_don_t_leave?language=enB…
E13 - Leslie Morgan Steiner Part 1
This week I start Part 1 of the story of a true hero of mine. I have discussed Leslie Morgan Steiner on almost every episode of my show so far and thought it time I discuss her story and her wonderful book, 'Crazy Love'.(Warning: Leslie's s…
E12 - Tina Turner
This week I tell the story of Tina Turner's years of abuse at the hands of Ike Turner.Sources:‘I, Tina’ My Life Story Tina Turner with Kurt Loder book: https://tidd.ly/3udM8biTina documentary HBO https://play.hbomax.com/page/urn:hbo:page:GY…
*Bonus* Ashling Murphy and Violence Against Women
This episode is dedicated to the memory of Ashling Murphy.A slightly different episode this week as I try and process the senseless murder of Ashling and violence against women in general.Sources: Picture of bike from Ashling Murphy investi…
E11 - Nicole Brown Simpson
I'm finally back! This week I tell the story of Nicole Brown Simpson. One of the most infamous cases of DV and the biggest trial of all time.Link to my article with Real Woman magazine: https://www.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=52…
E10 - The Watts Family Murders
This week I talk about the murder of Shanann Watts and her children Cece and Bella by her husband Chris. A story that shook the world.Sources: Netflix Documentary: https://www.netflix.com/search?q=family%20next%20door&jbv=81130130https://ww…
E09 - The Disappearance of Susan Cox Powell
In this week's episode, I discuss the disappearance of Susan Cox Powell and the abuse she suffered at the hands of her husband, Josh.Sources:https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/powells-story-cruelty-abuse-from-an-early-age/https://en.…
E08 - Recovery
Welcome back! This week I talk about the recovery process. It's a long road but you will get there.Sources: VOCA fix act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1652https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5487&awinaffid=879…
E07 - Leaving Part 2
Welcome back to part 2 of 'Leaving'. This was recorded during a thunderstorm and flash flooding in NY so you may hear some rain and thunder in the background!Sources: The Danger Assessment http://ncdsv.org/images/DANGERASSESSMENT.pdfNo Visi…
E06 - Leaving part 1
Welcome back! This week is a two-parter as I have so much to say on the leaving process. Reach out to me on @IPVandMe on all social media platforms or my personal account on Instagram @MandGoggs. thehotline.org for help.Sources:New York Dai…
E05 - Physical Abuse
This week I talk about my experiences with physical abuse and how I was in denial until very recently about these incidents.Sources: https://www.thehotline.org/resources/escalation/https://www.harborhousewi.org/news/blog/they-never-hit-me/L…