Thanks! It’s the Trauma!
Thanks, It’s the Trauma is a raw and honest podcast hosted by Katrina and Krystal, diving into real-life experiences, trauma, and the journey toward healing. Using humor to unpack even the heaviest moments, they bring light to tough conversations around mental health, resilience, and turning pain into purpose. Through personal stories and powerful guest interviews, this podcast reminds you that you’re not alone—and your story matters.
Episodes
In this powerful and deeply honest episode, Katrina sits down with Pete D from Pete vs Anxiety for a raw conversation about mental health, healing, and the courage it takes to speak up.
Pete opens up about his personal journey, including the lasting impact of abandonment at just 10 years old, and how those early experiences shaped his struggles with anxiety and self-worth. Rather than letting his past define him, Pet...
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Katrina opens up about recently experiencing a major life event that shifted her perspective on what it truly means to be prepared — not just for today, but for the unexpected moments that shape our lives. She welcomes Hollie back from Unbury the Burden for an honest, compassionate conversation about pre-life and post-life planning, and why these conversations matter more than we o...
In this off the cuff episode of Thanks, It’s the Trauma, we’re getting honest about self-worth, comparison, and the quiet pressure to measure up in a world that never stops scrolling. Social media has a way of making everyone else’s life look polished, successful, and perfectly put together — while we’re sitting there questioning ourselves. But the truth is, we’re comparing our real, messy, in-progress lives to some...
Part 2 dives into the raw, real, emotion of Krystal's NPE (Not Parent Expected) story. Join us as we go into the unexpected journey after learning her biological father isn’t who she thought—and the ripple effects that followed.
This week, we dive back into part 1 of Krystal's story of growing up under the shadow of a narcissistic, verbally abusive dad that left scars she never fully understood. Now, as she pieces together her identity she confronts the pain of her past as a means to beginning a journey toward healing, forgiveness, and self-discovery.
In this deeply honest and moving episode, we sit down with Candi, who shares her journey through unimaginable loss and betrayal. After losing her husband to COVID, Candi was faced with a second heartbreak—discovering after his passing that he had not been faithful during their marriage. In this conversation, she opens up about the complex grief of mourning someone while also reckoning with painful truths, the anger ...
In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we sit down with social psychologist Jamie Hughes to explore how trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lives in our bodies. Together, we unpack the science behind how traumatic experiences can physically manifest through chronic stress, pain, illness, and emotional regulation, often long after the original event has passed.
Jamie helps us understand the mind-body connec...
We’re re-premiering a powerful conversation on Thanks It’s the Trauma with Hollie McEvoy, author of Unbury the Burden and creator of the upcoming Unbury the Burden workbook. Together, we talk about why it’s so important to start planning now—before crisis, loss, or the unexpected forces decisions to be made in moments of overwhelm.
Hollie shares how her work helps individuals and families navigate hard conversations ...
In this deeply human and emotional episode, we sit down with Trina’s brother, Jay, to talk about what life looks like while waiting for a heart transplant. After experiencing a heart attack at a young age, Jay now lives with an LVAD—a mechanical device that keeps his heart pumping as he waits for “the call” that a new heart has become available.
Jay shares the physical realities, emotional weight, and mental resilien...
When someone is walking through trauma, words matter—sometimes more than we realize. In this episode of Thanks, It’s the Trauma, we dive into the well-intentioned phrases that often miss the mark and can unintentionally cause more harm than comfort.
We talk about what not to say when someone is grieving, healing, or processing a traumatic experience—and why phrases like “everything happens for a reason,” “at least…,”...
It’s our first episode of 2026, and we’re stepping into the new year with intention, honesty, and open hearts.
In this episode, we talk about what it really means to let go of past traumas—not by pretending they didn’t happen, but by choosing not to carry their weight into another year. We reflect on the hurts that shaped us, the lessons they left behind, and the quiet strength it takes to finally say goodbye to what...
What if some of what we carry didn’t start with us?
What if some of what we carry didn’t start with us?
In this episode, we explore the question so many of us quietly ask: Is generational trauma passed down through our DNA, or is it shaped by the environments we’re raised in? We unpack the science behind epigenetics, the impact of learned behaviors, and how family systems quietly teach survival long before we have lan...
In this week’s episode, we tackle the often-hidden side of the holidays—the emotional triggers that surface beneath the festive lights and cheerful music. We explore the financial pressures that come with gifting and gatherings, the perfectionism that convinces us everything must look magical and effortless, the bittersweet reality of navigating the first holiday season after a loss, and the overwhelming commerciali...
We’re hitting pause for the holidays—but we didn’t want to leave you hanging. 💛
This week, Thanks, It’s the Trauma is re-premiering our very first episode—the one that started it all. Before the growth, the guests, and the deeper dives, there was this conversation. It’s raw, honest, and still incredibly relevant as we head into a season that can bring up complicated family dynamics, estrangement, and one-sided relat...
The holidays can be a complicated mix of warmth, grief, and everything in between—especially when you’re navigating family estrangement, one-sided relationships, or the aching question of where you truly fit. Thanks, It’s the Trauma is a space for real, vulnerable conversations about the families we come from, the boundaries we’re building, and the connections we’re still trying to make work.
Each episode explores wh...
The holidays are often painted as a season of joy—but for many, they’re anything but simple. In this episode, we open up about the hidden side of the season: the financial pressure that can feel overwhelming, the deep heartache of facing the holidays after a major loss, and the complicated emotions that come with family estrangement. Through honest conversation and shared experiences, we explore what it means to mov...
Join us for a fascinating conversation with social psychologist Jamie Hughes, as we take a deeper dive into what social psychology really is—and why it matters now more than ever. From everyday interactions to group dynamics, Jamie helps us unpack how our minds and societies are shaped by the invisible threads of connection, influence, and behavior. Along the way, we explore — what drives our judgments of others, ho...
In this episode, we sit down with the one and only Uncle Jimmy from Uncle Jimmy’s Podcast for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation about life, politics, and everything in between. Uncle Jimmy is known for keeping it real — mixing humor, honesty, and perspective in a way that makes you think and laugh at the same time.
We dive into his journey as a creator and storyteller, exploring what inspired him to s...
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Roselene Thomas, who shares her deeply personal story of choosing love over tradition. Growing up in a family where arranged marriages were the norm, Roselene made the courageous decision to marry someone she loved—outside of her faith and cultural expectations. That choice, while rooted in love and authenticity, brought painful consequences, including conflict and distanc...
In this episode, we sit down with Jamie Hughes, a social psychologist, published author of four books and a workbook, and a professional who has spent much of her career working in the domestic and sexual abuse arenas. Jamie brings both compassion and deep expertise to the table as we explore the many layers of trauma—what it looks like, how it feels, and the different ways it can affect our daily lives.
Our conversa...
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