(Re-Release) Bitch Sesh: Domestic Violence in the Military w/ USMC Vet Nelsy Lara

This episode originally aired on July 10, 2025.

If you or someone you love is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org

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What happens when the man who once felt like home becomes the reason you fear for your safety?

In this gripping episode of Bitch Sesh, Lindsay sits down with Nelsy, a veteran, mother, and survivor of a long-term abusive relationship that began with a single slap and spiraled into years of coercive control. It started in the barracks, with charm, attention, and tenderness… and it ended with holes in the walls, shattered belongings, and a system that protected him over her.

We talk about what it means to report abuse in the military, how trauma bonds are formed, and the emotional whiplash of being gaslit by someone who swears they love you. Nelsy’s story is raw, devastating, and all too common and her voice is a rallying cry for women who’ve been told to stay silent.

Inside This Episode:

• What really happens when you report a Marine for abuse
• How the military enables abusers behind closed doors
• Why women stay-even after the first slap
• The terrifying escalation during pregnancy and motherhood
• What gaslighting and coercive control actually sound like
• The path to reclaiming your voice, your body, and your life

About Nelsy:

Nelsy is a veteran, advocate, and survivor who now speaks openly about domestic violence and military silence. Her courage in telling the truth is a gift and a warning to every woman who’s ever second-guessed her gut.

If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233

You’re not alone. Your healing matters. We’ve got your back, Besties!

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