1KHO 780: When Speaking Up is Costly Elise Heerde, After the Exit

In this deeply personal episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, Ginny Yurich talks with Elise Heerde, author of After the Exit, about what happens when families raise concerns in places that are supposed to protect children and are punished instead of heard. Together they explore high-control communities, the weaponization of belonging, and the lasting impact these experiences can have on both kids and families. At its core, this conversation is about child safety and well-being. Elise helps explain why child safety depends on adults being allowed to ask hard questions, trust their instincts, and speak up without fear. Find Elise’s work, coaching, and resources at the Religious Trauma Collective and get a copy of After the Exit . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1KHO 780: When Speaking Up is Costly Elise Heerde, After the Exit is an episode from The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast by Ginny Yurich.

This episode is 57:05 long.

This episode was published on Apr 26, 2026.

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