"You just cannot comprehend that." These words from Angie Smith barely scratch the surface of the unfathomable tragedy that befell her family during COVID lockdown in 2021. What begins as the story of an "average mom and nan" quickly unfolds into one of the most devastating accounts of domestic violence in recent UK history.  When Angie's daughter Terri ended a 14-year relationship just before national lockdown, she turned to online dating for connection. The man she met, initially charming b...

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Breaking the Silence: Clare's Law and Terri's Fight with Angela Smith (Part 2/2) I Ep. 74

Beyond the Statistics is a survivor-led podcast exploring domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, coercive control, trauma, healing, and the systems that impact survivors. Hosted by survivor and advocate Ingrid Dutton, each episode goes beyond the numbers to share the real stories behind them.Through conversations with survivors, family members, attorneys, therapists, healthcare professionals, advocates, law enforcement, researchers, and other experts, the podcast explores abuse, recovery, prevention, systemic challenges, and the hope that healing is possible.Because abuse is rarely limited to physical violence. It can include emotional abuse, psychological manipulation, financial abuse, stalking, legal abuse, and trafficking-related exploitation. These forms of abuse are often hidden, but their impact can be life-changing.Whether you're a survivor, supporting someone you love, a professional, or simply seeking to better understand abuse and its lasting effects, Beyond the Statistics offers honest conversations, expert insights, practical resources, and hope.Where awareness starts with numbers, but understanding begins with stories.New episodes are released every Wednesday, with occasional bonus episodes throughout the year.Learn more, explore episode resources, browse the Collections, or register as a guest at BeyondTheStatisticsPodcast.com.A Point 5 Pinoy Productions podcast.&nbsp;