#373: Phoenix Rising (Part 2)

We continue to analyze the HBO docuseries “Phoenix Rising” about Evan Rachel Wood. At the age of 18, Wood was pursued by a then 37-year-old rock icon. Their relationship spanned over four years, beginning with intensive flattery, then escalating to emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. Looking back, she recognized a pattern of grooming and control tactics similar to those experienced by other survivors, who told their stories of harrowing experiences at the hands of this same offender. What is special about this film is its intimate, personal portrayal of not only Evan’s life –– a chronicle of how she fell down the rabbit hole and ultimately climbed her way back out –– but also of the importance of community and solidarity to overcome. #phoenixrising#hbomax#hbo@HBO, @HBODocs, @HBOMax PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSPROSE HAIRCARE - makes custom haircare that’s effective because it’s personal. Using natural ingredients with proven results, Prose customizes every product in your routine from shampoo to supplements. Prose is the healthy hair regimen with your name all over it. Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today! Go to www.prose.com/realcrimePEPPER BRAS - Pepper bras perfectly fit AA to B cups, no more cup gaps or uncomfortable padding. So comfortable you won’t notice you’re wearing it.Pepper bras are made by small-chested women, for small-chested women. Get 20% off your first order when you go to www.wearpepper.com/REALCRIMETerms apply, available at wearpepper.com/termsNOOM - Noom Weight gives you the support and knowledge you need to make positive choices, even when it’s difficult. By learning the psychology behind your habits, and better understanding your relationship with food, you’ll gain the wisdom you need to continue making long term, positive choices. Start building better habits for healthier, long-term results. Sign up for your trial at www.Noom.com/REALCRIME&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& SUPPORT OUR OTHER SHOWS &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&CRIME ANALYST PODCAST - You’re interested in real crime? Tick You’re interested in good storytelling? TickYou want content that’s respectful to the victims and honours them TickAnd you want more insight and in-depth analysis about “the who” “the what” “the where” “the when” “the how” and “the why”? TickAnd you want to know how you can prevent it? TickCongratulations! You’ve found your next podcast!Ride shotgun with me, Laura Richards world renowned and award-winning Criminal Behavioural Analyst, former New Scotland Yard every week as we profile behaviour and identify the red flags to prevent murders in slow motion.Come join me in the intelligence cell as we deconstruct and analyse real cases.www.crime-analyst.comKILLER CASTING PODCAST - Love binging dark and twisty tv shows and movies? Love to obsess about the details? Wardrobe and wallpaper? Love to analyze the acting, directing and writing? Then you'll want to join Lisa and her wingman Dean breakdown all the best series and films to watch. www.killercastingpod.com BEST CASE WORST CASEBe sure and check out Jim’s podcast Best Case/Worst Case that he does along with former Federal Prosecutor Francey Hakes. Join them as they go behind police lines with unparalleled access to law enforcement officers, looking back at their most memorable cases – for better or for worse. Subscribe now!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/best-case-worst-case/id1240002929See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.