Own Your Sh!t

Alan Katz carried a devastating secret for 45 years — even from himself. At 14, he was sexually abused twice by the religious director of his synagogue. The trauma buried itself deep, quietly poisoning his confidence, self-worth, and ability to connect with others… until it nearly cost him his life.In this powerful conversation, Alan shares how he confronted his past, survived a near-suicide, and rebuilt his life through radical honesty, storytelling, and creativity — including his time as the creative mind behind HBO’s Tales from the Crypt.We talk about:✔️ How trauma hides in plain sight — even from the person living it✔️ The moment everything came rushing back✔️ The power of telling your story without shame✔️ What Hollywood horror taught him about justice✔️ How owning your “bullshit” can set you free✔️ Why storytelling might be the most powerful tool for healing⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual abuse, trauma, and suicide. Please listen with care.How to connect:https://costardandtouchstone.com/Let’s Chat! Support the show🎙️ Want better interviews?Learn how to create conversations people actually remember 👉 https://tiffanierichards.com☕ Free Podcast Interview PlaybookQuestions that turn interviews into real conversations 👉 https://tiffanierichards.com/work-with-me🎙️ Follow the PodcastInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/truecrimeconnectionspodcast/ TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@truecrimeconnections📘 Self-Exploration Journal👉 https://a.co/d/05f5fRLb