Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3395
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3395

Stop Child Abuse Now

Tonight’s special guest is Victoria Valentino from California. Ms. Valentino was an acting student in New York’s American Theatre Wing. Born in Hollywood durin

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Stop Child Abuse Now

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Monday to Friday's "Stop Child Abuse Now" (SCAN) feature trauma informed HOSTs and Co-hosts and respected child abuse prevention, intervention and recovery advocates. They're all volunteers members of the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (NAASCA), a 501(c)3. Founded in 2009, NAASCA.org was originally a grassroots effort. It was launched based on our founder Bill Murray's personal life experienced. Bill wrote, "Very few adults escape years of severe childhood sexual abuse, pre-pubescent X-rated photography, sex trafficking, and a two week long kidnapping." He continued. "But I have, and for some 35 years I've been in recovery from its devastating effects." After years of operating as a grassroots effort, NAASCA became a public charity in 2015 .. a 501(c)3 .. but we receive no grants or outside support, and belong to no other organization. There are no dues or fees. Our MISSION is entirely self-sustaining through the volunteer contributions of our members. The single purpose is to address issues related to childhood abuse and trauma including sexual assault, violent or physical abuse, emotional traumas and neglect from two specific perspectives: 1) educating the public, and 2) offering hope for healing and services to adult survivors. There are now nearly 3000 BlogTalkRadio shows, podcasts in the ever-growing library. Join us five-nights-a-week (Mon to Fri), at 8pm EST (so 7pm CEN, 6pm MTN, 5pm PAC) for solution-oriented discussions about the many issues of child abuse and trauma. The shows always include panel discussions and call-in participation.

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Victoria Valentino: From Playboy to Advocate, A Journey of Survival and Healing

Episode Overview

Victoria Valentino shares her journey from trauma survivor to author and advocate
The power of unconditional love and forgiveness in the healing process
Insights into the long road of trauma recovery and self-discovery
Victoria's resilience and courage offer hope to all survivors
Exploring the transformative impact of sharing one's story and finding one's voice

“Finding our voices is not an easy thing to do at any age. It comes in waves, in increments, little by little, when you had been carrying so much weight around that you didn't even realize how light you really could feel.”

Ever wondered how someone can rise from the depths of unimaginable trauma to become a beacon of hope for others? This episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now' brings you the remarkable story of Victoria Valentino. Born in Hollywood during WWII and raised in Connecticut, Victoria's life took a dramatic turn when she became Playboy’s Miss September 1963. But behind the glamour was a harrowing tale of survival.

By the age of 21, she had endured multiple rapes, child and domestic abuse, and sex trafficking. Her struggles didn't end there; as a single mother to a racially mixed son, she faced countless challenges, including the tragic drowning of her six-year-old son and a horrific assault by Bill Cosby. Despite these overwhelming adversities, Victoria transformed her pain into purpose. She became a Registered Nurse specializing in Home Hospice and later emerged as a powerful sexual assault activist and mentor.

In this deeply moving conversation with Dr. Nancy, Victoria shares her journey from trauma to healing, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit. Her story is a testament to the power of love, empathy, and self-forgiveness in overcoming life's darkest moments. Whether you're a survivor yourself or know someone who is, Victoria's journey offers hope and inspiration, reminding us that healing is possible.

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