About this episode

Amanda Stanhope shares her harrowing experience of manipulation and abuse by her fiancé, aiming to raise awareness and support for survivors.

Anything Goes with James English Ep 557 Surviving Britain's Most Evil Fiancé - Amanda Stanhope Tells Her Story The Hidden Horror Behind a Perfect Relationship Amanda Stanhope shares her deeply personal story in one of the most emotional episodes we’ve ever recorded. She describes how the man she was engaged to manipulated, controlled, and drugged her before she says she was sexually assaulted. In this powerful conversation, Amanda opens up about the warning signs she missed, the lasting impact of trauma, and the difficult journey toward rebuilding her life. She aims to raise awareness, encourage others to seek help, and remind survivors that they are not alone. Viewer discretion is advised: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault, coercive control, and abuse that some viewers may find distressing. You can contact James on his social media platforms. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://instagram.com/jamesenglish2 https://x.com/jamesenglish0 https://www.facebook.com/share/1GHEKrNZV1/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesenglishpodcast?_t=ZN-8z0ZI6MBb9C&_r=1

People in this episode

Host: James English

Guest: Amanda Stanhope

Topics covered

• abuse
• trauma
• survivorship
• coercive control
• sexual assault
• mental health

Keywords

• abuse
• trauma
• coercive control
• sexual assault
• survivor
• mental health
• relationship

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