I Need Blue

Christine B was a victim of an assault at a high school party, and felt isolated and embarrassed. She grew up in a family where you didn't talk about such things. She found her solace in music, and was determined to leave a legacy and better her life.

Christine B shares her domestic violence story and advocates for other trauma survivors...

Ari Schonbrun was on his way to work on September 11, 2001, when he was asked to fill out a book order for his son. Delaying him, he arrived at the World Trade Center twenty minutes after nine, only to experience a blast that shook the building. Through a series of coincidences, he was saved from being in the elevator when the plane struck the building...

When his cousin's life is threatened by addiction, Jonathan, a paramedic with Brevard County Fire Rescue, must employ hard love to confront the heartbreaking irony of saving lives on the job, while struggling to save the one closest to him.

Jonathan  was very close to his cousin, who was his childhood best friend. They shared many fun adventures together, but as time went on his cousin fell into addiction with drugs...

Witness the power of resilience and never stop fighting, with Sean and his family's inspiring story on I Need Blue Podcast.

Sean was a triathlete who, five years ago, was in a car accident which left him paralyzed from the chest down. He, his daughter Abigail and son Perry, shared their story of the initial emotional and mental struggle they all faced following the accident...

“Break the cycle of abuse - Don't believe you are trapped, you are stronger than you think.”

E'ala decided to break her silence after 3 women she personally knew were murdered by their boyfriends. Ashley Perala, Nadine Cavalier, and Gabby Petito. She is hoping  by sharing this story, it could help someone else who might be in that position right now.

E'ala has escaped three abusive relationships throughout her life...

"Something good is going to come out of this."

Donna Bollinger is an author, inspirational speaker, musician and event specialist. She is a positive powerhouse who recalls the "waves" which changed her life. In this episode, you will hear emotions of doubt, worry,  and sadness, which you may relate too, however through her encouraging words, and infectious positive attitude you will feel inspired...

 "What is Fentanyl and why does this drug matter to me?"
" I don't do drugs and my child knows to say "no."
 Fentanyl has been found in all 50 states; from metropolitan to rural areas, no community is immune from this drug.  It is highly addictive and often mixed with other drugs or pressed into pill form, disguised, leading to the poisoning of the unsuspecting user...

After her husband's death, Debbie tried  online dating and ended up being scammed out of over a million dollars.

Debby Montgomery Johnson is a survivor advocate and hosts a podcast, Stand Up and Speak Up. She is also a published author.

This is Debby Montgomery Johnson 's story...

Six months after her husband's death, Debby's friends encouraged her to try online dating. She was hesitant at first, but decided to give it a try...

Taylor is a wife, mom, and content creator who is also a childhood sexual abuse survivor. She uses her social media platform to share her day-to-day life and to inspire women around the world to overcome, persevere, and live their best lives.
 
 This is Taylor 's story...
 
 Taylor was sexually abused by her grandfather from a very young age. She remembers being groomed from around age three, and the abuse continued until she was twelve...

Jasmin Peach is a former Australian police officer dedicated to breaking the stigma of mental health within the first responder industry, within the police force. She earned her qualification as a domestic violence investigator.

This is Jasmin Peach's story...

 Jasmine Peach is a police officer who decided to enter the field in order to help people. She soon realized that there was more to the job than just the excitement of catching criminals...