Brenda Zane

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  • The Telepathy Tapes: Connection Can Defy Logic, But Not Love, with Betsy Hicks-Russ

The Telepathy Tapes: Connection Can Defy Logic, But Not Love, with Betsy Hicks-Russ

Thursday 4th December 2025

Explore Betsy Hicks-Russ's journey with her son Joey's telepathic abilities and the power of connection beyond words.
66 minutes
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Hopestream for parenting kids through drug use and addiction
Author:
Brenda Zane
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Breaking Barriers: Love and Connection Beyond Words

Episode Overview

  • Telepathy can bridge communication gaps in non-speaking individuals.
  • Parents' love and persistence can uncover hidden abilities in their children.
  • Non-speakers may possess unique ways of connecting with others.
  • Challenging societal norms can lead to breakthroughs in understanding autism.
  • Trusting intuition is vital in parenting children with special needs.
Surrender is truly the most beautiful place to be.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of Hopestream takes an unexpected turn as Brenda Zane chats with Betsy Hicks-Russ about her son Joey, a 32-year-old non-speaking autistic man. Betsy shares her incredible journey of discovering Joey's telepathic abilities through the podcast "The Telepathy Tapes." The conversation explores the challenges and triumphs of parenting a child society often misunderstands, highlighting the dedication and love that drives parents to find new ways to connect with their children.
Betsy reveals how Joey, once thought to be unreachable, communicates with her using spelling and telepathy, challenging conventional beliefs about autism and human potential. The episode is filled with touching moments and insights into the lives of non-speakers who defy expectations and communicate in ways that transcend spoken language. This conversation is not just about autism but also resonates with anyone who has ever felt misunderstood or disconnected.
It's a testament to the power of love, perseverance, and the belief that everyone has a voice, even if it's not spoken. So grab some tissues, because Betsy's story is one that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you with a renewed sense of hope and understanding.
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