Almost Oblivious
by Autumn Baker
Latest episode
Episode 53: The First Time You Said No: Boundaries After Abuse
Episode 53: The First Time You Said No: Boundaries After Abuse
About this podcast
Almost Oblivious is a podcast breaking the silence on domestic violence. Hosted by advocate and survivor Autumn Baker, we dive into the realities of abuse with personal/survivor stories, expert insights, education/psychology, and a little bit of dark humor along the way.
Each episode offers support, awareness, and a sense of community for those affected. Join us to listen, learn, and take a stand.
Episodes are released every Tuesday!
All music for A/O is created by C.J Brewer.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 56 episodes
- Episode 53: The First Time You Said No: Boundaries After Abuse · 14 minSaying “no” sounds simple… until it isn’t. In this episode of Almost Oblivious, Autumn opens up about why boundaries can feel so difficult after experiencing domestic violence…
- Episode 52: Stepping Into the Unknown · 13 minAfter nearly three months away, Autumn returns to Almost Oblivious to talk about stepping into new seasons of life—even when they feel scary. In this personal episode, she…
- Episode 51: Pregnant and Trapped - Domestic Violence During Pregnancy · 15 minPregnancy is often portrayed as a time of joy, hope, and anticipation—but for far too many people, it happens inside an abusive relationship. In this deeply personal and…
- Episode 50: Guest: Savannah, Willow & Well Counseling · 48 minIn this deeply honest episode of Almost Oblivious, host Autumn Baker sits down with Savannah, a licensed therapist, survivor, and founder of Willow & Well Counseling. Savannah…
- Episode 49: The First Signs You’re Being Conditioned · 17 minIn this episode of Almost Oblivious, Autumn Baker peels back the layers on what abuse often looks like in the beginning — before it becomes obvious. Instead of visible violence…
- REWIND: Episode 03: The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children, Family & Friends · 12 minIn this rewind episode, we revisit the often overlooked reality that domestic abuse doesn’t only affect the survivor — it impacts everyone who loves them. Family and friends…
- Episode 48: When Hands Become a Weapon: Understanding Non-Fatal Strangulation · 10 minStrangulation is one of the most lethal forms of domestic violence — yet many victims minimize it because there are often few or no visible marks. In this episode, Autumn breaks…
- Episode 47: One Year of Almost Oblivious · 10 minA year ago on Halloween, Almost Oblivious was born — a small podcast with a big purpose: to break the silence on domestic violence. What started as my personal healing journey…
- Episode 46: The Silence After the Storm · 9 minIn this personal episode, host Autumn Baker opens up about what it’s like to sit in the quiet after escaping chaos — and how silence can feel both healing and heavy. “The Silence…
- Episode 45: What Healthy Conflict Looks Like (vs. Toxic Conflict) · 14 minIn honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Autumn sits down for a educational conversation about what healthy conflict really looks like — and how it differs from the toxic…
- Episode 44: Workplace Abuse & Career Setbacks After Domestic Violence · 15 minIn this episode of Almost Oblivious, Autumn dives into an often-overlooked consequence of domestic violence: how abuse seeps into the workplace, derails careers, and forces…
- Episode 43: Reminders During Heavy Times · 8 minIn this short episode of Almost Oblivious, Autumn shares space to process the collective heaviness following the recent tragedy in our country. Violence—no matter where it…
- Episode 42: Healing Through Creative Outlets · 18 minIn this episode of Almost Oblivious, host Autumn Baker explores how creative outlets can become powerful tools for healing after trauma and abuse. From art and journaling to…
- Episode 41: The Long-Term Effects of Abuse on Mental Health · 16 minAbuse doesn’t end when the relationship does. Its impact lingers—sometimes for years—reshaping the way survivors see themselves, others, and the world around them. In this…
- Episode 40: Myths VS Reality · 14 minAbuse is surrounded by harmful myths — ideas like “if it was really that bad, they would just leave” or “abuse only happens in certain kinds of relationships.” These…
- Episode 39: Leaving the Abuse: A Survivor's View · 20 minLeaving an abusive relationship is one of the hardest — and most dangerous — steps a survivor can take. In this episode of Almost Oblivious, I share some of my personal journey…
- Episode 38: Red Flags VS Green Flags · 14 minHave we been trained to overlook the signs that someone isn’t safe or manipulative? Or worse—what if we’ve never been taught what healthy love and relationships actually look…
- Episode 37: Do People Change? · 15 minA question many survivors wrestle with — especially after betrayal, emotional harm, or abuse. In this episode of Almost Oblivious, Autumn Baker dives deep into what science…
- Episode 36: Survivor Story #4 · 10 minIn this survivor story, we hear from Tracey, who grew up under the control of a narcissistic and emotionally abusive mother — a kind of abuse that’s often hidden behind smiles…
- Episode 22: Survivor Story #2 · 14 minEpisode had been re-drafted at the survivor's request. The episode is now able to be re-released. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic abuse, including…
