

Something Was Wrong
Broken Cycle Media
Something Was Wrong is an award-winning docuseries about survivors' discovery, trauma, and recovery from crime and abuse.
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Jun 23, 2022 • 40min
S13 Ep8: [Sage] This Guy is Intense
*Content Warning: This episode discusses emotional abuse and substance use disorder.
If you or someone you love is being abused, please call The National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) Text "START" to 88788 or Chat Live at https://www.thehotline.org provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The Hotline can expect highly-trained, expert advocates to offer free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
The National Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential referrals and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, treatment, and recovery in English and Spanish. SAMHSA's National Helpline 800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 800-487-4889 For additional information on finding help and treatment options, visit www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment.
For more free and confidential resources, please visit: somethingwaswrong.com/resources
SWW’s theme song – “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under.

Jun 16, 2022 • 44min
S13 Ep7: [Ruksana] Radicalized
*Content Warning: Today’s episode discusses cyber stalking, gang stalking, cyber terrorism, and emotional abuse.
If you or someone you love is being abused, please call The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) Text "START" to 88788 or Chat Live at https://www.thehotline.org provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The Hotline can expect highly-trained, expert advocates to offer free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages.
For more free and confidential support resources, please visit: somethingwaswrong.com/resources
SWW’s theme music – “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under.

Jun 9, 2022 • 57min
S13 Ep6: [Natalia] Absolutely Terrified
*Content warning: Today’s episode discusses emotional and physical abuse, image-based sexual abuse and substance use disorder. The National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) - Text "START" to 88788 - or Chat Live at https://www.thehotline.org
The Trevor Project’s Mission is to end suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people. The Trevor Project offers five key programs: crisis services, peer support, research, public education, and advocacy.
The Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective aims to bring together, heal and liberate Black marginalized communities.
National Center for Transgender Equality Works at local, state, and federal levels to change policies and societal perceptions to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people
The Network LA Red works to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, BDSM, polyamorous, and queer communities. They provide a 24-hour hotline, support groups, and housing pathway programs.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
The National Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential referrals and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, treatment, and recovery in English and Spanish. SAMHSA's National Helpline 800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 800-487-4889 For additional information on finding help and treatment options, visit www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Text "START" to 88788 or Chat Live at https://www.thehotline.org provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. The Hotline can expect highly-trained, expert advocates to offer free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages.
SWW’s theme music – “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under.

Jun 2, 2022 • 57min
S13 Ep5: [Natalia] Kinda Sorta Yeah
*Content warning: Today’s episode discusses emotional and physical abuse, image-based sexual abuse and substance use disorder.
The Trevor Project’s Mission is to end suicide among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning young people. The Trevor Project offers five key programs: crisis services, peer support, research, public education, and advocacy.
The Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective aims to bring together, heal and liberate Black marginalized communities.
National Center for Transgender Equality Works at local, state, and federal levels to change policies and societal perceptions to increase understanding and acceptance of transgender people.
The Network LA Red works to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, BDSM, polyamorous, and queer communities. They provide a 24-hour hotline, support groups, and housing pathway programs.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
The National Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential referrals and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, treatment, and recovery in English and Spanish. SAMHSA's National Helpline 800-662-HELP (4357) TTY: 800-487-4889 For additional information on finding help and treatment options, visit www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment.

May 26, 2022 • 58min
S13 Ep4: [Odessa] The Mask Came Off
*Content warning: Today’s episode discusses emotional and sexual abuse, grooming, religious abuse and the sexual abuse of a child.
RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country.
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available. https://www.rainn.org/ Telephone hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
SWW’s theme music – “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under.

May 19, 2022 • 1h 10min
S13 Ep3: [Odessa] Like a Trophy
*Content warning: Today’s episode discusses emotional and sexual abuse, grooming, religious abuse.
Take action against gun violence now: Text ACT to 644-33. You are not alone Text SHARE to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor via Crisis Text Line.
RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country.
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available, visit https://www.rainn.org/ Or call their telephone hotline: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
SWW’s theme music – “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under
For more free resources visit SomethingWasWrong.com/Resources
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May 12, 2022 • 1h 11min
S13 Ep2: [Amelia] Your House is on Fire
*Content warning: Today’s episode discusses Substance Use Disorder, emotional and physical violence and arson.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
The National Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential referrals and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, treatment, and recovery in English and Spanish. SAMHSA's National Helpline 800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 800-487-4889 For additional information on finding help and treatment options, visit www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment.
SWW’s theme music – “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under.

May 5, 2022 • 56min
S13 Ep1: [Amelia] Behind the Curtain
*Content warning: Today’s episode discusses Substance Use Disorder and emotional violence.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
The National Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential referrals and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, treatment, and recovery in English and Spanish. SAMHSA's National Helpline 800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 800-487-4889 For additional information on finding help and treatment options, visit www.samhsa.gov/find-treatment.
SWW’s theme music: “U think U” by Glad Rags, from their album Wonder Under.

Apr 28, 2022 • 44min
S12 Ep6: My Darkness was Hooked
*Content warning: This episode includes descriptions of emotional, physical, stalking, death and gun violence.
The Domestic Violence Hotline offers free and confidential support, 24/7 at 1.800.799.SAFE (7233), text "START" to 88788 or chat with someone confidentially at https://www.thehotline.org
The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)'s mission is to lead, mobilize and raise our voices to support efforts that demand a change of conditions that lead to domestic violence such as patriarchy, privilege, racism, sexism, and classism. We are dedicated to supporting survivors and holding offenders accountable and supporting advocates. https://ncadv.org/contact-us
For more free mental health resources, please visit
SomethingWasWrong.com/Resources

Apr 28, 2022 • 47min
S12 Ep5: Hold the F*ck Up
*Content warning: This episode includes descriptions of emotional, physical, stalking, death and gun violence.
The Domestic Violence Hotline offers free and confidential support, 24/7 at 1.800.799.SAFE (7233), text "START" to 88788 or chat with someone confidentially at https://www.thehotline.org
The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)'s mission is to lead, mobilize and raise our voices to support efforts that demand a change of conditions that lead to domestic violence such as patriarchy, privilege, racism, sexism, and classism. We are dedicated to supporting survivors and holding offenders accountable and supporting advocates. https://ncadv.org/contact-us
For more free mental health resources, please visit SomethingWasWrong.com/Resources