The Roots of Trauma: Looking Back, Moving Forward

Season Four of “TraumaTies” explored how trauma lives in our bodies, our systems, our digital spaces. In this finale episode, hosts Bridgette Stumpf and Lindsey Silverberg look back but also share exciting news about the podcast going forward.

Recording in Podcasthon, the world's largest podcast charity initiative, Bridgette and Lindsey revisit standout Season Four moments such as Ila Kumar's concept of "squishy ground" to build safe digital environments for children, Dr. Jaz's traffic light approach to nervous system regulation, Reesie’s work on generational trauma and epigenetics, Adaku's practice of pausing to check in with the body before entering a space, Patrice's reframing of bold systemic change, and Anna Baucher's fellowship embedding trauma-informed thinking into government systems. Check out every episode here.

Bridgette then turns the season's anchor question on Lindsey: What does the public most need to understand about trauma and healing? Lindsey's answer — that trauma doesn't happen in isolation, that connection is essential, and that resilience is something we can all build — captures the spirit of the entire season.

The hosts close by previewing the next season: Beginning in May, “TraumaTies” will shift from a seasonal format to a weekly release cadence, bringing more consistent conversations, host reflections, and guest perspectives throughout the year.

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Volare also provides free, holistic, and comprehensive advocacy, therapeutic, and legal services to survivors of all crime types. Visit our website to learn more about how to access our trauma-informed education training and how to partner with us to expand survivor-defined justice.