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From Teen Raves to Federal Inmate
Apr 21, 2026
1h 19m 25s
Abused at 10, Addicted by 16
Apr 7, 2026
1h 00m 09s
An Abuser on the Ballot
Mar 24, 2026
1h 01m 41s
Her Mom Was 13 Years Old
Mar 10, 2026
1h 05m 37s
Recovery Built This App
Feb 17, 2026
1h 05m 21s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 4/21/26 | From Teen Raves to Federal Inmate | Ian Bick joins Clark Fredericks on the Free Like Me Podcast. It started with hustle. As a bullied teenager desperate for acceptance, Ian channeled his energy into school dances, house parties, and eventually some of the most profitable teen nightclub events in his region. But when he tried to scale into full-size concerts, the losses came fast — and instead of stepping back, he doubled down. He guaranteed investors their principal. Then he offered 50% returns through an electronics deal built... | 1h 19m 25s | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | Abused at 10, Addicted by 16 | Survivor. Addict. Redeemed. Clark Fredericks interviews Armand — NJ native, heroin recovery survivor, childhood abuse survivor & author of He Calls Me Redeemed | Free Like Me Podcast Armand grew up in New Jersey with Armenian and Italian roots in a close-knit family. At 10 years old, a family friend's husband began abusing him — and the silence that followed set the course for the next decade of his life. By his teens he was dealing drugs, dropping out of high school, and spiraling from ... | 1h 00m 09s | ||||||
| 3/24/26 |  An Abuser on the Ballot | Clark Fredericks sits down with Anne-Marie — a survivor of non-stranger assault who spent decades in silence, then discovered her abuser was running for city council in Melrose, Massachusetts. What she did next took courage. What happened after tested everything. Anne-Marie lost her mother at seven and grew up near Boston in a home ruled by an abusive stepmother. As a high school senior on an unsupervised spring break trip to Bermuda, she was sexually assaulted by a male classmate afte... | 1h 01m 41s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | Her Mom Was 13 Years Old | Clark Fredericks sits down with Vanna — a survivor of childhood instability, severe abuse, and a terrifying knife incident — who found her way through faith, poetry, and the decision to break the cycle. | Free Like Me Podcast with Clark Fredericks Vanna grew up in constant chaos. Her mother had her at 13, later battled bipolar disorder and substance abuse, and made stability feel impossible. Her father was incarcerated until she was 13. By high school, Vanna was isolated, depressed, and faci... | 1h 05m 37s | ||||||
| 2/17/26 |  Recovery Built This App | What happens when a life marked by addiction, crime, and chaos turns into a mission to help others heal? In this episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, Brian McAlister shares how recovery became the foundation for a new purpose: building MyMentalHealth.org and VRS Freedom 365, a self-guided mental health and recovery program designed with privacy in mind. Brian breaks down the real turning points, what the 12-step process taught him, how he rebuilt his life from the ground up, and why personal ... | 1h 05m 21s | ||||||
| 2/3/26 |  Betrayed by the Military | Kelly didn’t just serve, she survived a system that wasn’t built to protect her. In this episode of Free Like Me, Clark Fredericks sits down with Kelly, a veteran who shares what happened behind the uniform: the night that changed everything, the disorienting aftermath where time didn’t feel real, and the terrifying moment she realized she couldn’t simply “walk away.” Kelly describes the chilling calm of someone who never showed obvious warning signs, and how that silence became its own kind ... | 1h 19m 32s | ||||||
| 1/20/26 |  My Abuse Become Normal | In this powerful episode of Free Like Me, Clark Fredericks sits down with Julia, who shares her story of surviving childhood sexual abuse and later escaping a dangerous domestic violence relationship. Julia opens up about the warning signs, the fear and control, the moment she realized she had to leave, and the difficult legal fight to protect her child. Today, she uses her voice to support other survivors and prove that healing and safety are possible after trauma. | 1h 29m 33s | ||||||
| 1/6/26 |  Surviving Incest and Finding Strength | In this powerful episode of Free Like Me, host Clark Fredericks welcomes Aziza Kibibi, author of “Unashamed: A Life Tainted”, to share her story of survival, healing, and advocacy. Aziza recounts her traumatic upbringing—isolated, homeschooled, and subjected to years of sexual and physical abuse by her father, a once-renowned music video director. Despite enduring unimaginable pain, Aziza found her strength through faith, education, and the power of her voice. Today, she’s a leading advocate ... | 1h 14m 03s | ||||||
| 12/23/25 |  When Power Fails The Innocent | In this powerful episode of Free Like Me, Clark Fredericks sits down with Attorney Jeff Russo, a Warren County, NJ lawyer who has dedicated his career to fighting for victims of child sexual abuse. Russo shares how he entered this line of work, the shocking details behind the Edward Bullock case, and the systemic challenges survivors face within the legal system. From courtroom battles to emotional endurance, Jeff exposes how power, politics, and insurance loopholes can delay justice—and how ... | 1h 08m 50s | ||||||
| 12/16/25 |  Predators Disguised in Recovery | In this week's episode of Free Like Me, host Clark Fredericks sits down with Mandy P, creator of Mandy P Talks Predators, to expose a disturbing story of abuse and manipulation inside a 12-step recovery program. Mandy, adopted at birth and a survivor of childhood abuse, shares how she was drawn into a cult-like AA group led by a charismatic but predatory figure named Mike. Her story reveals how even trusted recovery environments can become dangerous when power, vulnerability, and exploitatio... | 1h 17m 18s | ||||||
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| 12/9/25 |  Abuse, Betrayal, and the Mob | In this week's episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks speaks with Remington, a survivor whose story unfolds like a movie — filled with abuse, betrayal, and unexpected connections to organized crime. From enduring a traumatic childhood and complex family dynamics in Sussex County, New Jersey, to facing SWAT raids and uncovering mob ties, Remington’s life has been marked by extraordinary challenges. But her story doesn’t end in tragedy — it’s one of resilience, recovery, an... | 1h 08m 17s | ||||||
| 11/25/25 |  Addicted, Broken, and Still Breathing | Forrest Lang — a Navy veteran, tattoo artist, and author of Angel Blue: A Song of Redemption. Forrest opens up about his painful childhood filled with abuse, neglect, and foster care trauma, and the years of alcoholism and self-destruction that followed. Forrest reveals how a tragic turning point forced him to face his demons and rebuild his life. From the depths of addiction to finding faith, purpose, and peace, his story is one of extraordinary resilience, redemption, and the courage to he... | 56m 55s | ||||||
| 11/18/25 |  Turning Pain Into Power | In this new episode of Free Like Me, Honey shares her powerful story of surviving childhood sexual abuse, family instability, and emotional neglect—and how she found the strength to confront her abuser and reclaim her voice. Honey opens up about the long-term effects of trauma on her relationships, mental health, and body image, including her struggle with anorexia and the journey toward healing and self-acceptance. Through therapy, faith, and motherhood, she discovered what it truly means t... | 49m 10s | ||||||
| 11/11/25 |  Addiction, Abuse & Recovery | Abuse, Addiction & Recovery In this week's episode of Free Like Me, host Clark Fredericks sits down with author and speaker Paul Steele, who shares his inspiring path from surviving childhood sexual abuse to battling addiction, chronic pain, and near-death experiences—and ultimately finding healing through faith, therapy, and service. Paul opens up about the car crash that nearly took his life, his introduction to opioids, and the long road of physical and emotional recovery that follow... | 44m 03s | ||||||
| 11/4/25 |  No Safety, No Affection | In this week's episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks speaks with Michele, who opens up about her painful childhood shaped by narcissistic parents and years of sexual abuse by a trusted family friend. From early neglect and trauma to addiction, toxic relationships, and time in a psych ward, Michele shares her story of recovery and self‑discovery. Through therapy and faith, she finds self‑love, forgiveness, and healing after years of silence. This episode sheds light on th... | 51m 52s | ||||||
| 10/28/25 | Scarred Live Event in Stillwater, NJ | Live book signing event in Stillwater, NJ, Clark Fredericks shares his personal journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse at the hands of Dennis Pegg, a once-trusted community figure. Joined by fellow survivors and supporters, Clark opens up about his years of trauma, addiction, and the breaking point that led to a life-altering act of justice. Through honest conversation and vulnerability, this event highlights the urgent need to break the silence around abuse, confront the past, and embra... | 2h 07m 34s | ||||||
| 10/21/25 |  Burying Trauma | In this week's episode, Clark sits down with his high school friend Jim opens up about the early traumas he kept hidden, the pain of silence, and the dangerous road it led him down — including substance abuse, emotional breakdowns, and eventually, a murder conviction. Jim reflects on his time in prison, the brutal realities of the Texas prison system, and the slow climb toward healing through therapy, faith, and facing his past head-on. This episode is a reminder of how unspoken pain can sha... | 54m 44s | ||||||
| 10/14/25 |  My Childhood was Stolen | In this unforgettable episode of Free Like Me, Michael Gonzalez shares his deeply personal story of surviving childhood sexual abuse by a trusted teacher in Leonia, New Jersey. As he revisits the dark memories of grooming, manipulation, and betrayal that began in the 1960s, Michael reveals how the trauma shaped his youth, his time in the military, and ultimately led him to confront his abuser decades later. | 50m 31s | ||||||
| 10/7/25 |  Rock Bottom at 30 | In this week's episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, 31‑year‑old Nick Palmer shares how alcohol took over his life from his teenage years through his twenties — and the moment that changed everything. Nick opens up about early family life, rebellious teenage drinking, multiple stints in rehab, relapse cycles, and the turning point at his 30th birthday that led to real recovery. This inspiring episode shines a light on the realities of addiction, the importance of support, and how sobriety can ... | 52m 22s | ||||||
| 9/23/25 |  Two Attempts One Click | He Was Only 13 When They Shackled Him. What Came Next Was Even Worse. In this jaw-dropping episode of Free Like Me, Chris Cook takes us inside the nightmare he lived as a young teen abused by the very system meant to protect him. From being shackled like a criminal at 13 to being groomed and betrayed by a high-ranking sheriff, Chris’s life spiraled into alcoholism, despair, and multiple suicide attempts. But this is also a story of unimaginable strength. Now sober and using his voice to advo... | 58m 26s | ||||||
| 9/16/25 |  Surviving Trafficking, Finding Purpose | In this new episode, The Free Like Me Podcast welcomes Selena, a survivor of sex trafficking and addiction, who now serves as the Program Director at Hope Rising Arizona. From growing up surrounded by dysfunction in Mesa, Arizona, to entering the adult film industry and facing the horrors of international trafficking, Selena's story is one of unimaginable pain—and powerful recovery. Selena opens up about her early exposure to trauma, her battles with substance abuse, her forced involvement i... | 57m 44s | ||||||
| 9/9/25 |  Faith Betrayed, Voice Reclaimed | Inside the Fight Against Clergy Abuse: David Clohessy Speaks Out On this episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks interviews David Clohessy, a courageous survivor and former national director of SNAP (Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests). David shares his own traumatic experience of clergy abuse and how it led to decades of advocacy work helping others break the silence. They dive into the deep systemic failures of the Catholic Church, the urgent need for legal refo... | 1h 11m 21s | ||||||
| 8/19/25 |  Sex Work for Survival | In this episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks sits down with Sunny, a performer in the adult entertainment industry, to explore the human side behind the headlines. Sunny opens up about her childhood, her reasons for entering the industry, and the personal and financial realities that shape her decisions. She also discusses how she maintains healthy relationships, navigates judgment, and plans for a future beyond the adult world. Her story is honest, eye-opening, and root... | 37m 26s | ||||||
| 8/12/25 |  Shot 4 Times at 17 | Overcoming Addiction: From Homeless Drug Addict to Successful Entrepreneur | Joe D's Story In this powerful episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark welcomes Joe D from Connecticut, who shares his incredible journey of redemption and resilience. At 17, Joe was shot four times during a drug deal gone wrong. Despite the trauma and subsequent descent into heavy drug use and homelessness, Joe turned his life around dramatically. After serving in the military and battling addiction, Joe tr... | 1h 06m 32s | ||||||
| 8/5/25 |  Abused By A Priest | Mark Crawford, Director of SNAP NJ, joins The Free Like Me Podcast to share his shocking personal story of clergy abuse and his journey to becoming a leading voice for survivors. Host Clark Fredericks dives into systemic failures within the Catholic Church, the justice system’s inaction, and the importance of legislative reform. This episode uncovers truths about Seton Hall, Cardinal Tobin, and how survivors are fighting for justice and healing. If you or someone you know has experienced abus... | 1h 09m 07s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.
Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.