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She Is Not Your Rehab: Matt Brown grew up surrounded by violence, trauma, and shame #shorts

August 31, 202501:17
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When we watched Once We Warriors growing
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up, we thought that was a comedy. We
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would compare Bethesy's black eyes to
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mom's black eyes. Oh, mom's black eyes
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are way bigger than Biff. Like, I know
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like dad's way crazier than Jake the Mus
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because he was derogatory, abusive
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behavior was just a constant part of my
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childhood. Um, one of my experiences of
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childhood trauma was being stripped
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naked as a kid and laughed at and mocked
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at because of how my body looked.
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Whenever cousins and family members came
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around, if they wanted a good laugh, my
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mom would just yell out to my siblings,
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"Go get Matt, come in, strip them naked,
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and just laugh. Laugh at me and my
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genitals."
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The push back I got from my community
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speaking up at 15 was massive. Bro,
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don't talk about this, bro. You're
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bringing dishonor to our families,
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especially your parents. So, it was
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either speak up or take my own life. My
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mom held a machete to my neck. And she
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said, "You're not leaving." And I said,
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"Well, mom, either you kill me now or
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I'm going." And then her arm just
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dropped and she just cried. And I think
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she she she cried because she knew she
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felt that she had failed.
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>> Had she failed?
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>> No one's asked me that.
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>> How do you reflect on her life?
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>> Sad.
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Podspun Insights

This episode dives deep into the raw and unfiltered experiences of childhood trauma, family dynamics, and the struggle for self-identity. The guest recounts harrowing memories of being mocked and ridiculed by family, revealing the dark side of what was once perceived as humor. The conversation takes a poignant turn as they reflect on a life-threatening confrontation with their mother, a moment that encapsulates both fear and vulnerability. The emotional weight of these stories is palpable, challenging listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about family loyalty and personal survival. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes a powerful testament to resilience and the importance of speaking out against abuse, even when the stakes are high. The episode is not just a recounting of past pain; it’s an invitation to reflect on the complexities of love, honor, and healing within families.

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This episode stands out for the following:

  • 98
    Most heartbreaking
  • 95
    Most emotional
  • 95
    Best performance
  • 95
    Most iconic moment

Episode Highlights

  • Childhood Trauma
    Stripped naked and mocked by family, leading to deep emotional scars.
    “Laugh at me and my genitals.”
    @ 00m 32s
    August 31, 2025
  • Community Pushback
    Facing massive backlash for speaking out about his trauma at a young age.
    “Bro, don't talk about this, bro.”
    @ 00m 36s
    August 31, 2025
  • Confrontation with Mom
    A life-threatening moment where he challenges his mother with a machete.
    “Either you kill me now or I'm going.”
    @ 00m 48s
    August 31, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Childhood Mockery00:32
  • Community Silence00:36
  • Life or Death00:48