EPISODE · Sep 21, 2023 · 54 MIN
S4E11 Triple Strength Olympian
from Dear Katie: Survivor Stories · host Katie Koestner
At 11, Margaret begins to understand and come to terms with new feelings from her childhood; during a class on child abuse, she realizes that she was molested. In a painful journey of vulnerability, she shares her experience with her parents and best friend but doesn't feel perfect enough to share her story with the world. An Olympic swimmer who sought solace in the water, Margaret eventually realizes that everyone has a right to tell their story, good or bad. Today, Margaret Hoelzer speaks out to advocate for survivors and shares her healing journey. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Benter Oluoch Producers: Emily Wang and Luiza Leite
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At 11, Margaret begins to understand and come to terms with new feelings from her childhood; during a class on child abuse, she realizes that she was molested. In a painful journey of vulnerability, she shares her experience with her parents and best friend but doesn't feel perfect enough to share her story with the world. An Olympic swimmer who sought solace in the water, Margaret eventually realizes that everyone has a right to tell their story, good or bad. Today, Margaret Hoelzer speaks out to advocate for survivors and shares her healing journey. Hosts: Claire Kaplan and Katie Koestner Editor: Benter Oluoch Producers: Emily Wang and Luiza Leite
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