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Riding The Trauma Train Podcast
by Lydia Davis
Riding the Trauma Train helps those who are on a healing journey build practical tools for recovery and wellbeing. Each episode offers trauma-informed insight, nervous system support, and empowering reflections for navigating triggers, boundaries, relationships, and self-worth.Compassionate, grounded, and realistic support to help you take kind, steady steps forward.
Episodes
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Episode 45 | How Does Toxic Workplace Culture Affect Your Mental Health? with Becky Ray
What happens when the workplace that's supposed to support you becomes the very thing affecting your mental health? In Episode 45 of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia Davis welcomes Becky Ray, founder and CEO of Culture Kick, to explore toxic workplace culture, emotional suppression, psychological...
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Episode 44 | Can Your Past Shape You Without Defining You? with Ryan Hartley
Can your past shape who you are without defining who you become? Our childhood experiences, relationships and emotional wounds can influence how we see ourselves and connect with others. But what happens when we question the stories we've carried for years? In Episode 44 of Riding the Trauma…
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Episode 43 | To Share or Not to Share: Who Gets to Hear Your Story?
“How are you?” We hear it all the time, but how often is someone genuinely asking, and how often is it simply another way of saying hello? In this solo episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia explores the space between saying “I’m fine” and sharing your entire life story. From oversharing and...
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Episode 42 | Singer-Songwriter Starling Explains How to Find Your Voice and Rebuild Self-Worth After Trauma
What happens when the beliefs you absorbed as a child follow you into adulthood? In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by British singer-songwriter Starling for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about childhood trauma, finding your voice, self-worth and learning to...
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Episode 41 | Live for Yourself, Not for Others: Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury with Nathan Court
What happens when your life changes in a matter of seconds? In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Nathan Court, a traumatic brain injury survivor whose huge energy, humour and early morning TikTok Lives have built a community around positivity, movement and getting…
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Episode 40 | FROM UNSEEN TO UNMISTAKABLE: Tanya Boggs On FEAR, Identity & Choosing To Live
What happens when life changes in a single moment and the future you thought you were going to have suddenly feels uncertain? In Episode 40 of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by photographer, speaker and podcast host Tanya Boggs for a powerful conversation about fear, identity…
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Episode 39 | The MANSE Method®:You Can’t Change History, Can You Change How It Feels? Kim and Carl
What if you could remember something painful without your body responding as though it were happening all over again? In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by husband-and-wife team Kim and Carl Dourish, co-creators of The MANSE Method®, for a conversation about trauma…
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Episode 38 | Why High Achievers Burn Out: Cait Donovan on Trauma, Stress and Resentment
What if burnout is not just about being too busy, and what if gratitude is not always the right place to start? In this episode, Lydia is joined by burnout expert, author and keynote speaker Cait Donovan for a conversation about chronic stress, resentment, people-pleasing, hyper-independence and...
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Episode 37 | The Messy Middle: Reclaiming Your Life After Domestic Abuse with Steph Atkinson Warren
You left. So why don't you feel free? This is the space where the immediate crisis has passed and life may look normal from the outside, but inside you can still feel like you are surviving rather than truly living. Steph shares her own lived experience and explains how trauma can continue to...
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Episode 36 | Why You Feel Disconnected From Your Body After Trauma with Melissa Blynn
What happens when you've spent so long surviving that you've stopped feeling connected to your own body? In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Melissa Blynn, CEO of EpicLuv and a trauma-informed coach working with somatic healing, nervous system awareness and feminine...
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Episode 35 | What If Anxiety Isn't the Enemy? The Truth that Could Change Everything with Caroline Cavanagh
What if anxiety isn't something to fear, fight or get rid of, but something we can learn to understand?In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by award-winning anxiety specialist, clinical hypnotherapist, professional speaker and author Caroline Cavanagh, also known as The...
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Episode 34 | You Are Not Alone: Turning Pain Into Purpose Through Healing and Connection
Six months ago, Riding the Trauma Train began with one simple mission: to create a safe, compassionate space where people who have experienced trauma could feel seen, heard and reminded that they are never alone.In this reflective solo episode, Lydia looks back on the first six months of the...
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Episode 33 | Could Your Child Be Struggling in Silence? Understanding Self-Harm with Sally Panks
Content NoteThis episode contains discussions about self-harm, emotional distress, and supporting children and young people who may be struggling. While the conversation is compassionate, practical, and recovery focused, some listeners may find aspects of the discussion difficult. Please listen…
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Episode 32 | Leading With Heart: Trust, Identity & The Courage To Begin Again With Lyndsay Dowd
What happens when the identity you’ve spent decades building is suddenly taken away from you? And what happens when a near-death experience changes the way you see life completely? In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by international speaker, leadership expert, author,...
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Episode 31 | It’s Them, Not You: Josh Connolly -Toxic Parents, Childhood Trauma & Breaking the Cycle
Content Note: This episode includes conversations about childhood trauma, addiction, alcoholism, grief, difficult family relationships and abusive dynamics. Please listen with care and take breaks if needed.In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by bestselling author, keynote...
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Episode 30 | You're Not Broken: Understanding Trauma, the Nervous System & Healing with Sharon Mustard
What if the way you react today isn't because you're broken, but because your brain and nervous system learnt how to protect you? In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Sharon Mustard, founder of Mustard Therapy & Coaching. With over 28 years of experience in therapy,...
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Episode 29 | Recovery Isn't the Same as Leaving: Healing After Domestic Abuse with Lejla Dauti
Leaving an abusive relationship is often seen as the finish line, but what happens after that? For many survivors, leaving is the first step towards safety, but recovery is a journey that continues long after the relationship has ended. In this powerful and compassionate conversation, Lydia is...
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Episode 28 | Trauma, Gut Health & Healing from the Inside Out with Charlotte from Eat Nourish Heal
Content Note This episode includes discussion of trauma, emotional eating, body image, weight gain and nervous system dysregulation. Please take care while listening and seek support if needed. This podcast is not a replacement for professional medical, nutritional or therapeutic advice. ##…
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Episode 27 | Adeline Vining : Unapologetically Me: Finding Yourself After Coercive Control
This episode contains discussion of coercive control, emotional abuse, domestic abuse, relationship trauma, infidelity and brief references to physical violence and abortion. Please listen in a way that feels supportive for you. This podcast is not a substitute for professional support. What...
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Episode 26 | Trauma-Informed Fitness: Finding Safety in Movement with Kim Gray
In this informative conversation, Lydia is joined by Kim Gray, founder of Sattva TIE (Trauma-Informed Education), to explore why understanding trauma could be one of the most valuable things a fitness professional can learn. Together they discuss how trauma can affect exercise, confidence,...
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Episode 25 | Can You Ever Recover From Betrayal? Dr Debi Silber on Forgiveness, Trust & Transformation
Betrayal has the power to shake everything you thought you knew about yourself, your relationships and the world around you. Whether it comes from a partner, family member, friend or someone you trusted deeply, the impact can linger for years, sometimes decades. In this powerful episode, Lydia is...
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Episode 24 | The Hidden Trauma Behind People Pleasing & Hyper-Independence with Hannah Strange
In this deeply honest and thought-provoking episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by holistic health practitioner, metaphysical mentor and founder of The Strange Apothecary, Hannah Strange. Together, they explore trauma, nervous system regulation, childhood conditioning, shadow work...
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Episode 23 | Trauma, Intuition & Authenticity with Sheetal Story
In this powerful episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Sheetal Story for a deeply honest conversation about trauma, intuition, healing and reconnecting with your authentic self. Lydia originally discovered Sheetal after hearing her speak on Jenna Kutcher’s Goal Digger Podcast and...
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Episode 22 | The Healing Power of Being Heard | Trauma, Cacao and Women’s Circles with Dee Jodel
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia sits down with Dee Jodel for a deeply honest and heartfelt conversation about trauma, inner child healing, women’s circles, cacao ceremonies, emotional expression and reconnecting with yourself. Dee shares how an unexpected hypnotherapy session...
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Episode 21 | From Self Sabotage to Self Destruction Signs You Are Stuck in the Cycle and What Helps
Self sabotage can feel frustrating enough, but what happens when it starts to feel automatic and harder to interrupt? In this episode, Lydia explores the shift from self sabotage into self destruction and why it is often rooted in protection, not failure. If you have ever felt stuck in patterns…
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Episode 20 | Self-Love After Trauma: Lisa King on Healing, Boundaries and Hope
In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Lisa King, self-loveologist, speaker, author and radio presenter. Lisa shares her story with openness and compassion, reflecting on growing up around domestic violence, the impact of sexual trauma, and the...
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Episode 19 | Breaking Addiction Patterns: Trauma, Self-Sabotage and Recovery with Dr. Robb Kelly
In this powerful and honest conversation, Lydia is joined by Dr Robb Kelly, addiction expert, recovery coach and author, to explore the deep connection between trauma and addiction and why so many people feel stuck in cycles of self-sabotage. This episode goes beyond surface-level conversations...
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Episode 18 | It’s Not Just in Your Head: Trauma in the Body & Somatic Healing with Hannah Rzysko
f you’ve ever felt like you understand your patterns but still can’t seem to change them, this episode is for you. In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Lydia is joined by trauma-informed somatic therapist and coach Hannah Rzysko to explore what it really means when we say trauma is held...
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Episode 17 | Late ADHD & Autism Diagnosis with Emily Edwards: Masking, Trauma and Self-Understanding
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by neurodivergent coach Emily Edwards to explore what it really means to be late diagnosed with ADHD and autism. Emily shares how her daughter’s assessment led her to recognise her own neurodivergence, and how that journey opened the…
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Episode 16 | Suicide Bereavement, Grief and Hope: Joanne’s Story
In this deeply moving episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Joanne, a therapist, bereavement advocate and founder of Souled in Love. Joanne shares her experience of living through multiple losses, including the devastating suicide of her husband after nearly 40 years together.…
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Episode 15 | How Trauma Affects the Brain: A Compassionate Conversation with Dr Tracey Evans
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Dr Tracey Evans, a neuroscientist, educator and neuroscience coach who helps people understand how trauma affects the brain and nervous system. Together, they explore why trauma responses can feel overwhelming, why you are not broken,...
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Episode 14 | You Don’t Just Get Over Trauma: Addiction, Healing and Recovery with Abby Teixeira
Content note: This episode includes discussion of childhood trauma, addiction, suicidal ideation, self-harm, abuse, grief and recovery. Please listen gently and take care of yourself. This podcast is not a replacement for therapeutic support. In this powerful and honest conversation, Lydia is...
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Episode 13 | When Grief and Perimenopause Collide: Caroline’s Story
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Caroline, a former NHS nurse and menopause coach, for an honest and powerful conversation about what happens when grief and perimenopause collide. Caroline shares her personal journey of navigating intense perimenopause symptoms while...
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Episode 12 | From PTSD & BPD to Self-Healer: Emily Katz on Reversing Her Diagnosis
What if a PTSD or BPD diagnosis was not the end of your story? In this episode, Lydia speaks with Emily Katz, host of the Unshrinkable Podcast and creator of the Meta Therapy Model. Emily shares her journey from sexual abuse, addiction and trauma diagnoses to sobriety, structured self-healing and...
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Episode 11 | Leaving Survival Mode: Why Grief Shows Up When You Start to Feel Safe
What happens when you finally stop surviving and instead of feeling lighter, you feel sad, flat, or unexpectedly angry? In this solo episode, Lydia explores the grief that can surface when your nervous system starts to believe you are safe. If you have been doing the work and suddenly feel like…
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Episode 10 | You Are Enough: Kellie Fennell on Trauma, Avoidance & Healing
What if the drive to achieve, prove yourself, or keep going isn’t ambition at all but survival? In this deeply moving episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Kellie Fennell, who shares the truth behind a life that looked successful on the outside but was fuelled by avoidance on the...
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Episode 9 | PMDD Symptoms in Women: Karli Hart on Why It’s Not Just Bad PMS
In this episode, Lydia is joined by Karli Hart for an honest, real-life conversation about PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder), a severe hormone-related mood condition often dismissed as “just bad PMS”. Karli shares what PMDD feels like for her, including intense rage, fatigue, and feeling…
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Episode 8 | Root Cause Therapy and The Power of Feeling Safe Again with Lucy Superfox
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Lucy Superfox, a Root Cause Therapy practitioner and coach, to explore what happens when you are “all talked out”. You understand your trauma and can name the patterns, but your body is still reacting like it is happening now. Lucy...
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Episode 7 | Recovery Trauma: Making Trauma Healing Accessible with Jana
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by Jana, founder of Recovery Trauma Limited, a growing UK-based trauma recovery platform. Jana’s mission is to make trauma recovery accessible and affordable for anyone who needs support, anywhere in the world. Jana shares parts of her...
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Episode 6 | Stop Picking the Wound: Trauma, Shame, and the Stories We Keep Repeating with Marina Galan
In this episode, Lydia is joined by transformation coach and mentor Marina Galan for a powerful (and surprisingly simple) conversation about what happens when we stop letting the past define our present. Marina shares the moment she confronted her abuser, and how his unexpected response created a...
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Episode 5 | The Armour We Keep Wearing: Breaking Trauma Patterns with Dana Grant
In this powerful conversation, Lydia is joined by Dana Grant (host of The Dana Grant Show and author of The Truth Within the Lie) to explore what happens when “survival mode” starts collapsing. Dana shares how childhood trauma, perfectionism and self-abandonment shaped her, and how healing began...
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Episode 4 | Polyvagal Basics for Real Life: Building Nervous System Capacity for Long-Term Change with Nikki Evans
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia welcomes mindset and emotional mastery coach Nikki Evans, founder of Mind Health School, for a grounded chat about emotional regulation, unresolved trauma, and the nervous system. Nikki shares how her short temper and anxiety were early signs...
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Episode 3 | From Survival Mode to Self-Love with Jen Bailey Hobbs
In this episode of Riding the Trauma Train, Lydia is joined by her long-time friend Jen Bailey Hobbs , a woman who has rebuilt her life through breathwork, mindfulness and cold water therapy after years of living in survival mode. Jen shares what it was like to be a single parent carrying huge...
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Episode 2 | Healing Through Sound: My Conversation With Lilli Badcock on Sound Reiki, Trauma & Finding Peace with Anxiety
Lydia’s first guest on Riding the Trauma Train is the wonderful Lilli Badcock, a singer, choir leader and sound-healing practitioner. They met by chance when Lydia heard Lilli’s pop-up choir singing in a café and felt instantly drawn to join. In this warm, grounded conversation, they explore how...
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Episode 1 | “I Should Be Over This By Now” Why Healing Can Feel Stuck and How to Come Back to Safety
Have you ever been triggered and immediately thought, “I should be over this by now”? In this solo episode, Lydia shares a recent real-life “wobble” where old feelings of being “too much” came rushing back, even after doing so much healing work. Together, we unpack why this happens, how the…
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Riding The Trauma Train Podcast Trailer
Welcome to Riding the Trauma Train, hosted by Lydia. This podcast is for anyone healing from trauma, CPTSD, anxiety, burnout, and emotional overwhelm. We explore how the nervous system protects you, why triggers show up, and how to build safety in your body through grounding, self compassion,...
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Riding the Trauma Train helps those who are on a healing journey build practical tools for recovery and wellbeing. Each episode offers trauma-informed insight, nervous system support, and empowering reflections for navigating triggers, boundaries, relationships, and self-worth.Compassionate, grounded, and realistic support to help you take kind, steady steps forward.
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Riding the Trauma Train helps those who are on a healing journey build practical tools for recovery and wellbeing. Each episode offers trauma-informed insight, nervous system support, and empowering reflections for navigating triggers, boundaries, relationships, and self-worth.Compassionate,...
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