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Trafficking Free America
by U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking is a grave problem in America and likely in your city. Misinformation, manipulation, and demand allow human trafficking to flourish in the shadows. Our goal at The US Institute Against Human Trafficking is to end human trafficking in America by educating citizens and lawmakers, disrupting sex trade activities and demand, and partnering with like-minded organizations to fight human trafficking together. In this podcast, survivors will tell their stories and truths about human trafficking and share what is actively decreasing human trafficking. By listening to this podcast, you are learning how you can grow your community to unite against human trafficking. This war will not be won overnight, but it can be won together.
Episodes
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Teen Pregnancy, Trauma & 14 Years of Marriage — Sabrina Lopez's Story of Healing (Part 1) | Trafficking Free America Podcast
In Part 1 of a two-episode interview, Oree Freeman sits down with survivor, mentor, wife, and mother of seven, Sabrina Lopez, to share a powerful story of teen pregnancy, trafficking trauma, faith, marriage, and discipline. Rec 4 - Ep 4 Oree Sabrina PART … Exploited at 13 and pregnant at 15,...
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Dating After Trauma — Standards, Self-Worth & Building Healthy Relationships - Part 2 | Trafficking Free America Podcast
In Part 2 of a two-episode conversation, survivor-leader Oree Freeman continues her honest dialogue with close friend Irony Senegal, shifting the focus from friendship to dating, self-worth, and building healthy romantic relationships after trauma. This episode tackles a deeply relevant topic for...
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Healthy Friendships After Trauma — Trust, Boundaries & Healing Relationships - Part 1 | Trafficking Free America Podcast
In Part 1 of a two-episode conversation, survivor-leader Oree Freeman sits down with her close friend Irony Senegal for an honest, healing discussion about friendship, trust, and healthy relationships after trauma. This episode explores what it looks like to build deep, life-giving friendships...
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Mental Health as Prevention — Trauma, Healing & Why Care Must Start Early | Trafficking Free America Podcast
In this episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, survivor-leader Oree Freeman and host Jeremy Hicks have an honest, vulnerable conversation about mental health—not as a reaction to trauma, but as a form of prevention. Drawing from lived experience, parenting, leadership, and survivor...
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Trafficking Free Zones Explained — How Everyday People Can Help Prevent Human Trafficking
In this episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, survivor-leader Oree Freeman sits down with Jeremy Hicks to break down one of the most practical and accessible ways communities can prevent human trafficking: Trafficking Free Zones. This conversation clarifies what Trafficking Free Zones...
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BONUS: Kevin Malone on Action, Awareness & Why the Church Must Lead the Fight | Advocate Series Ep. 5 Deep Dive
In this bonus deep-dive episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, we continue unpacking Episode 5 of the Advocate Series—this time with Kevin Malone, now the former CEO and President of the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT) and Kids Not For Sale. This conversation was...
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BONUS: Bekah Charleston on Legalized Prostitution, Survivor Healing & What the Church Must Understand | Advocate Series Deep Dive
In this bonus deep-dive episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, we expand on Episode 4 of the Advocate Series with survivor, advocate, and legal expert Bekah Charleston. Bekah spent nearly ten years being trafficked through the brothels of Nevada, and today she leads the Charleston Law...
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BONUS: Savannah's Story — From Familial Trafficking to Faith, Freedom, and Advocacy | Advocate Series Deep Dive
In this bonus episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, we dive deeper into Episode 3 of the Advocate Series with Savannah, a survivor of familial trafficking whose story of faith and perseverance has inspired countless others. Savannah opens up about her journey from abuse and secrecy to...
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BONUS: Survivor Oree Freeman on Healing, Forgiveness & How the Church Can Truly Show Up | Advocate Series Deep Dive
In this bonus episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, we take a deeper look into Episode 2 of the Advocate Series, joined by survivor and abolitionist Oree Freeman. Oree shares her powerful story of redemption, healing, and faith—and challenges the Church to move beyond awareness into…
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BONUS: Bruce Deel on Faith, Action & the Church's Role in Ending Human Trafficking | Advocate Series Deep Dive | S6, E27
About this Episode: In this bonus episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, we take a deeper dive into Episode 1 of the Advocate Series with Bruce Deel, founder and CEO of City of Refuge in Atlanta. Bruce shares powerful stories from his 25+ years of ministry serving people in crisis and...
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Advocate Series Ep. 5 | Taking Action: How the Church Can End Human Trafficking
About this Episode: We’ve faced the weight of the problem—now it’s time to act. In the final episode of the Advocate Series, Francis Chan, survivors, and advocates challenge the Church to step into its God-given role: preventing trafficking, serving victims, and disrupting the demand. Hope is not...
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Advocate Series Ep. 4 | Prostitution vs. Trafficking: Is there a difference?
About this Episode: Is prostitution a choice—or another form of trafficking? In this episode of the Advocate Series, survivors share raw stories of addiction, exploitation, and rejection, while Francis Chan reveals how Christ calls us to respond with love, patience, and forgiveness—even when…
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Advocate Series Ep. 3 | Made in God's Image: Worth, Love, and Breaking Exploitation
About this Episode: What gives a person their worth? In this episode of the Advocate Series, Francis Chan and survivors reveal how traffickers exploit broken identities—and how the truth that we are made in God’s image can restore hope, value, and freedom. Watch full series here. Full…
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Advocate Series Ep. 2 | Why Does God Allow Suffering? Understanding Human Trafficking Through a Biblical Lens
About this Episode: Why would a loving God allow human trafficking to exist? In this powerful episode of the Advocate Series, Francis Chan and survivors wrestle with the hard questions, share raw stories of exploitation, and reveal how the Church can recognize the signs and respond with…
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Advocate Series Ep. 1 | A Call to the Church: Confronting Human Trafficking with Francis Chan
About this Episode: Human trafficking is happening in our communities, often hidden in plain sight. In this first episode of the Advocate Series, Francis Chan and others call the Church to step into the fight—grounded in Scripture, moved by compassion, and ready to act. Watch full series here.…
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Advocate Series - TRAILER: A 5-Part Series
We’re re-launching our Advocate Series—for the first time ever—as a podcast and YouTube series starting October 9th, 2025. Watch full series here. This 5-part study, led by author and pastor Francis Chan, dives into how the Church can biblically and practically confront the reality of human...
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The Best Ways to Support a Safe Home [REPLAY] | Safe Home Series, Part 4
In this powerful final replay of our Safe Home Training Series, we shift from starting and running a safe home to how you can support one—as a volunteer, a donor, a church, a business, or simply someone who cares deeply about restoring lives from human trafficking. Host Jeremy Hicks is joined…
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What a Safe Home Should Be Accomplishing [REPLAY] | Safe Home Series, Part 3
In this replay of our Trafficking Free America Podcast, we go deep into the real-world structure, phases, and outcomes of what a safe home should truly accomplish for survivors of human trafficking. Host Jeremy Hicks sits down again with Brandy Cristafulli, founder of Life Recaptured, to talk…
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REPLAY: The Importance of Training & Preparing | Safe Home Series, Part 2 | S6, Ep 19
In this replay of our Trafficking Free America Podcast, we continue our deep dive into what it truly takes to launch and sustain a safe home for survivors of human trafficking in the U.S. Host Jeremy Hicks is joined again by Brandy Cristafulli, founder of Life Recaptured, to unpack the critical...
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REPLAY: What Is a Safe Home? | Starting and Supporting Safe Homes in America | S6, Ep 18
In this replay of our Trafficking Free America Podcast series, we return to a foundational conversation: What does it really take to start a safe home for trafficking survivors in the U.S.? Host Jeremy Hicks sits down with Brandy Cristafulli, founder of Life Recaptured, a safe home in East…
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The Glamorization of Exploitation | Trafficking Free America Podcast
In this bold and deeply personal solo episode, Oree Freeman confronts a dangerous and often overlooked reality: the glamorization of human trafficking and exploitation in music, media, and digital culture. Oree shares raw stories—from her own experience and what she sees online every day—about…
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Being a Survivor Leader with Oree Freeman| Trafficking Free America Podcast
What does it truly take to be a survivor leader? In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, we explore the raw truth behind leadership after trauma, featuring a powerful solo reflection from a survivor turned advocate and mentor. From the early days of toxic...
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School Counselors on the Front Lines | Trafficking Free America Podcast
In this heartfelt and insightful episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, Morgan —a dedicated school counselor and former foster care social worker—shares her unique frontline perspective on identifying and supporting children vulnerable to human trafficking with Executive Director, Oree...
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New Leadership, Same Mission: USIAHT's Vision for Ending Human Trafficking in America
In this deeply personal and powerful episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, co-host Jeremy Hicks sits down with Oree Freeman, the new Executive Director of the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking. A survivor-turned-national-advocate, Audrey opens up about her journey from trauma to...
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Why John School Doesn't Work — A Radical New Approach to Stopping Sex Buying
In this powerful episode of the Trafficking Free America podcast, we dive deep into the controversial topic of "John School"—a court-mandated educational program for men caught purchasing sex. Our panel discusses why the traditional approach falls short and introduces an innovative alternative:...
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How the Church Can End Human Trafficking — Francis Chan & Kevin Malone Speak Out
In part two of our powerful conversation with Francis Chan and Kevin Malone, we explore one of the most critical questions facing the modern church: Will we rise to fight the evil of human trafficking? Francis and Kevin unpack what Scripture says about justice, why the church must care for the…
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Francis Chan & Kevin Malone: Finding Purpose in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
In this powerful first episode of a two-part series, Trafficking Free America welcomes pastor and author Francis Chan alongside USIAHT founder Kevin Malone to discuss their deeply personal journeys into the fight against human trafficking. From gut-wrenching moments of discovery to inspiring...
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"Boys are Victims Too" | a Presentation about Boys in Trafficking
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, Kevin Malone — former MLB General Manager and former president and co-founder of Kids Not For Sale and The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT) — exposes one of the most overlooked realities in the…
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How an 11 year-old girl was trafficked: The Story of Oree Freeman, PART 3 | S6, E9
🎙️ RE-RUN: Oree Freeman’s Story – From Trafficking Victim to National Leader | Trafficking Free America Podcast (final episode of 3-part story) 📢 Welcome back to Season 1 of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, brought to you by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT). We're...
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How an 11 year-old girl was trafficked: The Story of Oree Freeman, PART 2 | S6, E8
This is a re-run episode from Season 1 of the Trafficking Free America podcast, produced by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT). Today, Oree Freeman is the Director of Operations at USIAHT—but her journey here is one marked by unimaginable pain, survival, and ultimately,...
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How an 11 year-old girl was trafficked: The Story of Oree Freeman, PART 1 | S6, E7
🎧 How an 11 year-old girl was trafficked: The Story of Oree Freeman, PART 1 | Trafficking Free America Podcast (2023) Welcome to this Season 1 re-run of the Trafficking Free America podcast, brought to you by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT). In this gripping episode, we…
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Porn Recovery & Redemption: How Churches Can Lead the Fight Against Sexual Addiction | S6, E5
In this episode of the Trafficking Free America podcast, produced by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT) and Kids Not For Sale, we explore how to actually walk with people—especially within the church—toward healing from pornography and sexual addiction. This isn’t just about...
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Your Brain on Porn: The Hidden Link Between Pornography & Human Trafficking | S6, E4
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of the Trafficking Free America podcast, produced by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking (USIAHT) and Kids Not For Sale, we dive deep into the psychological, emotional, and societal impacts of pornography—and its critical connection to sexual...
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The Mission of "Trafficking Free America Podcast" | S6, E3
In this special episode, we’re slowing things down to revisit our mission, share what’s coming up in Season 6, and introduce two exciting initiatives — the Abolitionist Program and the return of the Trafficking Free Zone (TFZ)! Whether you're a long-time supporter or just discovering us, this is...
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What Survivors of Sex Trafficking Really Need: Legal Hurdles and Community Gaps in Survivor Support, Part 2 | S6, E2
In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Bekah Charleston, survivor and advocate, we go deeper into the realities victims of sex trafficking face after rescue—from unpaid debt and criminal records to community disconnection and spiritual burnout. Hosted by the Trafficking Free America Podcast…
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What Survivors of Sex Trafficking Really Need: Bekah Charleston's Story & the Road to True Restoration - Part 1 | S6, E1
In this powerful episode of the Trafficking Free America Podcast, survivor leader and national speaker Bekah Charleston opens up about her experience with sex trafficking in Las Vegas and what it truly takes to help victims transition into long-term survivors. 🎧 Hosted by the U.S. Institute...
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Best Ways to Support Safe Homes | Starting and Supporting a Safe Home - Season 5, Episode 4
The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking and Kids Not For Sale presents a special new, 4-part episode titled “Starting and Supporting a Safe Home.” In this season, we sit down with Brandy Cristafulli, the Founder and President of LifeRecaptured, a safe home out of Florida that provides…
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What A Safe Home Should Be Accomplishing | Starting and Supporting a Safe Home, Season 5, Episode 3
The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking and Kids Not For Sale presents a special new, 4-part episode titled “Starting and Supporting a Safe Home.” In this season, we sit down with Brandy Cristafulli, the Founder and President of LifeRecaptured, a safe home out of Florida that provides…
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The Importance of Training and Preparing | Starting and Supporting a Safe Home - Season 5, Episode 2
The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking and Kids Not For Sale presents a special new, 4-part episode titled “Starting and Supporting a Safe Home.” In this season, we sit down with Brandy Cristafulli, the Founder and President of LifeRecaptured, a safe home out of Florida that provides…
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What is a Safe Home | Starting and Supporting a Safe Home - Season 5, Episode 1
The U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking and Kids Not For Sale presents a special new, 4-part episode titled “Starting and Supporting a Safe Home.” In this season, we sit down with Brandy Cristafulli, the Founder and President of LifeRecaptured, a safe home out of Florida that provides…
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How To Help Someone With a Sexual Addiction - A Conversation With a Former Buyer | Part 3
In this podcast episode, we continue our discussion around the epidemic of sexual addiction in our country and how it is fueling the demand for trafficking. We discuss this with a former buyer, who has been rehabilitated and helping men out of Tampa Bay, Florida to address their addiction and...
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The Sexual Addiction Epidemic in America - Having a Conversation With a Former Buyer | Part 2
In this podcast episode, we continue our discussion around the epidemic of sexual addiction in our country and how it is fueling the demand for trafficking. We discuss this with a former buyer, who has been rehabilitated and helping men out of Tampa Bay, Florida to address their addiction and...
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Addressing Sexual Addiction - An Interview with a Former Buyer: Part 1
In this podcast episode, we discuss the epidemic of sexual addiction in our country and how it is fueling the demand for trafficking. We discuss this with a former buyer, who has been rehabilitated and helping men out of Tampa Bay, Florida to address their addiction and overcome the urge and felt...
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TRAILER: Addressing Sexual Addiction - 3-part podcast and training
Prepare for an interview with a former buyer (John) who has been rehabilitated and has dedicated his life to helping men overcome their sexual addiction - which can free women, men, and children from bondage and put traffickers out of business. Launch Schedule: Part 1: September 19th, 8pm EST…
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Season 3 Episode 2 - Interview with Godly Daniel Part 2
Welcome back to Season 3 of the Trafficking Free America Podcast. We remain focused on the Abolitionist Project, where passionate volunteers take the information learned in Seasons 1 and 2, and turn it into action. Our goal is to build up an army of Abolitionists to join the fight to end human...
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Season 3, Episode 1 - Interview with Godly Daniel Part 1
Welcome to Season 3 of the Trafficking Free America Podcast. This season we're focused on the Abolitionist Project, where passionate volunteers take the information learned in Seasons 1 and 2, and turn it into action. Our goal is to build up an army of Abolitionists to join the fight to end human...
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S2 Episode 7 Deep Dive: Kevin
On the final episode of the Trafficking Free America podcast season 2, we speak with Kevin Malone. Kevin is the president and founder of the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking. He's passionate about educating America citizens and legislation about human trafficking and how to put this evil...
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S2 Episode 6 Deep Dive: Bekah's Story
On this episode of the Trafficking Free America podcast, we speak with Bekah Charleston. She is a human trafficking survivor and founder of the Charleston Law Center, which provides pro bono legal services to victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. We also discuss the major issue of...
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S2 Episode 5 Deep Dive: Savannah's Story
On this episode of the Trafficking Free America podcast, our honorable guest is Savannah Parvu. Savannah is a familial trafficking survivor, abolitionist, and victim's advocate. She's also on the Board of Directors of the Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking and works with Florida…
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S2 Episode 4 Deep Dive: Oree's Story
Welcome to season 2, episode 4 of the Trafficking Free America podcast, by the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking and Kids Not For Sale. We're honored to have as our guest Oree Freeman, a human trafficking survivor, abolitionist, and victim's advocate. This discussion with Oree focuses on…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Human Trafficking is a grave problem in America and likely in your city. Misinformation, manipulation, and demand allow human trafficking to flourish in the shadows. Our goal at The US Institute Against Human Trafficking is to end human trafficking in America by educating citizens and lawmakers, disrupting sex trade activities and demand, and partnering with like-minded organizations to fight human trafficking together. In this podcast, survivors will tell their stories and truths about human trafficking and share what is actively decreasing human trafficking. By listening to this podcast, you are learning how you can grow your community to unite against human trafficking. This war will not be won overnight, but it can be won together.
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