Every 7 Seconds this Happens To A Girl

What happens when the people who love you believe that harming you is an act of protection? In this episode of The Shadow Sessions, Hiba Balfaqih speaks with Hoda, who was seven years old when her family celebrated what she believed was a special occasion. Instead, she was subjected to female genital mutilation (FGM)—a practice that would leave lifelong physical and psychological consequences. This conversation goes beyond the procedure itself. It explores the complex reality of generational trauma, where mothers and grandmothers who endured the same experience continue the practice, believing they are protecting their daughters and preserving tradition. Hoda shares the lasting impact FGM has had on her health, relationships, fertility, and sense of self, while reflecting on what it means to reconcile love with profound harm. Together, Hiba and Hoda examine how cultural beliefs can normalize violence, why these cycles persist, and what it takes to challenge them. This episode is about tradition, trauma, resilience, and the courage to break a cycle that has shaped generations of women.

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Episoder(39)

"I Saw Who Killed My Mom at 3 Years Old"

What happens when the first truth you ever tell is the one no one believes? In this episode of The Shadow Sessions, Hiba Balfaqih speaks with Jade, who was just three years old when her mother was mu...

20 Sep 1h 14min

My Husband Raped Me

Leaving an abusive relationship is rarely as simple as walking away. Sometimes the forces keeping someone trapped aren't fear alone—they're love, loyalty, children, and the hope of protecting the fami...

12 Sep 56min

He Could Kill Her So Why Did She Stay?

Some conversations don't end when the cameras stop rolling—they deserve to be unpacked. In this episode of The Notebook, Hiba Balfaqih reflects on her conversation with Annesa and explores the psycho...

3 Sep 11min

Phycologist Answers Your Questions

In this special Q&A episode of The Shadow Sessions, Hiba Balfaqih answers listener questions covering a wide range of topics. Rather than offering quick answers, Hiba approaches each question with cu...

27 Aug 12min

The Abuser Was Never A Stranger

We've spent generations teaching children to fear strangers. But the evidence tells a different story. In this special reflection episode of The Shadow Sessions, Hiba Balfaqih revisits the stories of...

20 Aug 17min

The Most Shocking Moments - Part 2

Some moments stay with you long after the conversation ends. In this special episode of The Shadow Sessions, Hiba Balfaqih revisits some of the most powerful and unforgettable moments from the series...

13 Aug 28min