The Oprah Winfrey Show: The Podcast

Mom Burned Alive by Her Husband

Oct 1, 2024
Yvette Cade, a courageous survivor of a domestic violence attack, shares her harrowing experience of being set on fire by her estranged husband. She discusses the early signs of abuse in her marriage, the terrifying moment of the attack, and her extensive recovery journey, including multiple surgeries. Yvette emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs in abusive relationships and speaks passionately about empowering other women to escape similar situations. Her story is a powerful reminder of resilience and the need for awareness in the fight against domestic violence.
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ANECDOTE

Courtship Then Escalation

  • Yvette met Roger, married, and soon experienced drinking and daily verbal abuse escalating to physical violence.
  • He isolated and insulted her, leading her to fear further harm.
INSIGHT

Protective Order Was Lifted Unknowingly

  • A protective order can be removed without the victim's knowledge, leaving them vulnerable.
  • Clerical errors or court decisions can have immediate, dangerous consequences.
ANECDOTE

Attack At Work

  • Yvette Cade describes arriving at work and being doused with gasoline and set on fire by her husband in front of coworkers.
  • Bystanders extinguished her and she survived but required 17 surgeries and extensive recovery.
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