EPISODE · Jul 26, 2024 · 1H 33M
Sexual Abuse Trauma Affect Everyone Involved with Keeper Catran-Whitney
from The Black & Raww Podcast · host Tinokuda Bvunzawabaya
In this gripping episode of Black & Raww Podcast, we sit down with Keeper Catran-Whitney as he unveils his poignant journey from growing up in extreme poverty in 1970s Los Angeles to almost signing with Motown Records. Keeper shares intimate details of how his family struggled to make ends meet, singing together to earn extra money, and catching the attention of Michael Jackson. But just as success seemed within reach, a devastating family secret came to light—Keeper’s stepfather had been abusing his sisters for years. This revelation tore the family apart, leaving Keeper and his brothers grappling with guilt, shame, and silence for decades. Years later, Keeper embarked on a journey of healing by writing a book that opened up difficult but necessary conversations with his sisters. He now dedicates his life to advocating for brothers impacted by family abuse, emphasizing the importance of breaking the silence and fostering open dialogue. In a powerful twist, Keeper shares a story of his elderly Jewish father-in-law confiding a similar childhood experience, demonstrating that these issues transcend race, class, and background. Join us as we explore Keeper’s emotional and inspiring story of resilience, advocacy, and hope. This is an episode you won’t want to miss. https://keepercatranwhitney.com/ [**Keeper's Author Page on Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/KeeperCatranWhitneyAuthor/) [**Follow "Keeper" on Twitter**](https://twitter.com/#!/KCatranWhitney) [**Keeper on YouTube**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaRliAPt8_SYn97nyLJfnlA) [**"This Is For The Brothers" Podcast on YouTube**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaRliAPt8_SYn97nyLJfnlA)
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In this gripping episode of Black & Raww Podcast, we sit down with Keeper Catran-Whitney as he unveils his poignant journey from growing up in extreme poverty in 1970s Los Angeles to almost signing with Motown Records. Keeper shares intimate details of how his family struggled to make ends meet, singing together to earn extra money, and catching the attention of Michael Jackson. But just as success seemed within reach, a devastating family secret came to light—Keeper’s stepfather had been abusing his sisters for years. This revelation tore the family apart, leaving Keeper and his brothers grappling with guilt, shame, and silence for decades. Years later, Keeper embarked on a journey of healing by writing a book that opened up difficult but necessary conversations with his sisters. He now dedicates his life to advocating for brothers impacted by family abuse, emphasizing the importance of breaking the silence and fostering open dialogue. In a powerful twist, Keeper shares a story of his elderly Jewish father-in-law confiding a similar childhood experience, demonstrating that these issues transcend race, class, and background. Join us as we explore Keeper’s emotional and inspiring story of resilience, advocacy, and hope. This is an episode you won’t want to miss. https://keepercatranwhitney.com/ [**Keeper's Author Page on Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/KeeperCatranWhitneyAuthor/) [**Follow "Keeper" on Twitter**](https://twitter.com/#!/KCatranWhitney) [**Keeper on YouTube**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaRliAPt8_SYn97nyLJfnlA) [**"This Is For The Brothers" Podcast on YouTube**](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaRliAPt8_SYn97nyLJfnlA)
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