Lexi shares her journey with vaginismus, hymenectomy, pelvic floor therapy, and intimacy struggles. A raw story of sexual health, hookup culture, and healing. Sexual health struggles are more common than most people realize — but rarely talked about openly. In this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Stephanie Boye (sex educator) and Dr. Chez Leeby (licensed marriage and family therapist) sit down with Lexi, who bravely shares her personal journey through hymenectomy, pelvic floor therapy, ...
Oct 19, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Levi shares how hustle culture impacts mental health, balance, and purpose. A candid look at Gen Z, achievement pressure, and authentic living. Hustle culture is everywhere — from college campuses to social media — but what is it really costing young people? In this episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Levi, a 20-year-old college student, who shares his personal journey navigating the overwhelming pressures of achievement, success, and societal expectat...
Oct 05, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 41
Betsy Stephenson shares her journey of child loss, grief, and healing after suicide. A heartfelt story of resilience, hope, and love after tragedy. Suicide loss, grief, and healing after the death of a child are among the most painful human experiences. In this episode of 7 On Sundays™ , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with writer and advocate Betsy Stephenson, author of Blackbird: A Mother's Reflections on Grief, Loss, and Life After Suicide . With raw honesty and strength, Bet...
Sep 21, 2025•55 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Betsy Stephenson shares her son Charlie's story, hidden signs of depression in young men, and the grief, stigma, and hope after suicide loss. Depression, suicide loss, and parental grief are at the heart of this powerful continuation of our conversation with Betsy Stephenson, author of Blackbird: A Mother's Reflections on Grief, Loss, and Life After Suicide . In Part 2 of this 7 On Sundays™ series, hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye dive deeper into the misunderstood signs of depression — p...
Sep 21, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Parker continues her story of pornography addiction, shame, and recovery. A candid look at healing, self-esteem, and reclaiming self-worth. Pornography addiction, shame, and conservative culture take center stage in Part 2 of Parker's powerful story on 7 On Sundays . Hosts Stephanie Boye and Dr. Chez Leeby continue their candid conversation with Parker, who bravely explores how porn shaped her mental health, relationships, and sense of self. In this episode, Parker reflects on her sheltered upbr...
Sep 07, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Pornography addiction, shame, and conservative cultural expectations collide in this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays . Hosts Stephanie Boye and Dr. Chez Leeby sit down with Parker, who bravely shares her journey of growing up in a conservative household while secretly struggling with porn addiction and questions of self-worth. Parker reflects on how early media exposure, rigid values, and silence around sexuality shaped her sexual development and emotional health. From the shame of hidden habit...
Aug 24, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Haley shares her story of abuse, purity culture, and religious trauma—and how she reclaimed her voice, boundaries, and self-worth through healing. What happens when purity culture, restrictive religious teachings, and toxic relationships collide? In this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Haley, a courageous young woman who bravely shares her deeply personal journey of growing up in a fundamentalist environment, enduring abuse, and ultimately...
Aug 10, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Sophie shares her raw story of OnlyFans, desire, manipulation & self-worth—and how she reclaimed her voice and identity. What really happens behind the screen on OnlyFans? In this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Stephanie Boye and Dr. Chez Leeby sit down with Sophie, who courageously shares her personal journey with OnlyFans, desire, and self-worth. Sophie opens up about how a trusted relationship pulled her into creating content—and how quickly the promise of validation shifted int...
Jul 20, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Two mothers share their journey through child loss, grief & healing—and how Helping Parents Heal gave them hope and purpose. Child loss is the most devastating pain a parent can face—but healing and hope are possible. In this deeply moving episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Stephanie Boye and Dr. Chez Leeby sit down with Laura and Beverly, two courageous mothers who share their stories of losing children, navigating grief, and finding meaning after unimaginable tragedy. Through candid conversat...
Jul 06, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Harrison Haynes shares his healing journey after online grooming & trauma—offering hope, resilience & lessons for recovery. (Part 2) Healing after online grooming and trauma is possible—and Harrison Haynes' story proves it. In this powerful continuation of his journey on 7 On Sundays , Harrison opens up about his recovery process after surviving online grooming, bullying, and self-harm. Joined by hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye, Harrison shares how moments of isolation transforme...
Jun 22, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Harrison shares his story of online grooming, bullying & suicide risk—revealing the dangers of predators and hope for healing. (Part 1) Online grooming and bullying are real dangers facing teens in today's digital world—and Harrison Haynes knows this all too well. In this moving first part of his story on 7 On Sundays , Harrison shares how he was groomed online as a young teen, the devastating impact on his mental health, and how loneliness and online predators shaped his early relationships...
Jun 08, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Former guest Joy returns to discuss sexual choking, porn culture, risks, consent, and why this dangerous trend demands honest conversations. Sexual choking is one of the most dangerous sexual practices—yet it's increasingly normalized through porn and hookup culture. In this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with returning guest Joyto unpack the risks, consent issues, and cultural myths surrounding sexual choking. Together, they discuss: The hidd...
May 25, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 33
Root shares her story of surviving sexual trauma, abusive relationships, and healing. A candid conversation on boundaries, consent, and recovery. Sexual trauma, abusive relationships, and the path to healing take center stage in this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays . Hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Root, a courageous survivor who shares her deeply personal journey of abuse, recovery, and reclaiming self-worth. Root's story shines light on the hidden complexities of toxic a...
May 11, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Thomas shares his story of suicide risk, toxic masculinity, and hustle culture—revealing why young men's mental health support is more urgent than ever. In this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Stephanie Boye and Dr. Chez Leeby explore the critical crisis of young men's mental health with 24-year-old college graduate Thomas. Facing suicide risk, toxic masculinity, and the pressures of hustle culture, Thomas opens up about his personal struggles, losses, and the journey toward healing. Th...
Apr 27, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Belle shares her story of college depression, loneliness & suicidal thoughts—offering hope, coping tools & strategies for healing. Depression and loneliness are silent struggles for many college students—and for Belle, these challenges became overwhelming. In this episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Belle to discuss her journey through depression, suicidal ideation, and the impact of campus life on her mental health. Belle bravely opens up abou...
Apr 13, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Smut and fanfiction shape teen sexuality like porn. Anne shares how erotic stories distorted intimacy and how awareness leads to healthier love. Smut, erotic fanfiction, and explicit online stories are shaping how teens and young adults view sex, intimacy, and relationships. In this episode of the 7 On Sundays™ podcast, hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Anne, a college student, to discuss her personal journey with smut, fanfiction, and the hidden consequences of consuming ero...
Mar 30, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Dating apps & hookup culture leave many college students empty. Bonnie & Beth share risks, red flags, and the path to meaningful connections. Dating apps and hookup culture promise connection but often leave college students feeling empty and unsafe. In this episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye talk with college sophomores Bonnie and Beth about the challenges of navigating modern relationships. The conversation explores the hidden dangers of dating apps, the ...
Mar 16, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 28
Former sex worker Andrea Heinz exposes the dark truths of prostitution, sex work exploitation, and why the Nordic model offers real solutions. Sex work, prostitution, and exploitation are too often glamorized—but what's the real truth? In this powerful episode of 7 On Sundays , host Stephanie Boye speaks with Andrea Heinz, Canadian author, advocate, and former sex worker, to expose the dark realities of the commercial sex industry. Andrea shares her personal journey, the harms of prostitution an...
Mar 09, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Fraternity and sorority hazing harms students and campus culture. This episode exposes the dangers of Greek life and the urgent need for change. Fraternity and sorority hazing remains one of the most dangerous and damaging traditions in college culture. In this eye-opening episode of 7 On Sundays , Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye take a critical look at Greek life hazing—what it is, why it persists, and how it harms students. As students prepare to head back to school and decide whether or not...
Feb 16, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 26
Sadie exposes the toxic truth of sorority hazing, its emotional toll, and why Greek life traditions need to change. In this episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Sadie to unpack the hidden realities of sorority hazing and toxic Greek life traditions. Sadie shares her personal story of hazing rituals that pushed her to leave her sorority and ultimately led to the chapter being shut down on campus. This candid conversation explores the dangers of fraternit...
Feb 02, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Hannah shares what college is like outside sorority life—loneliness, frat parties, hookup culture, and the power of saying "no." What happens when you're not part of sorority life in college? In this candid episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Hannah, a sophomore at a large West Coast university, to unpack the pressures female students face in Greek life and hookup culture. Hannah shares her personal experiences navigating: Loneliness and social exclusi...
Jan 19, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Non-fatal strangulation is a red flag for deadly violence. Expert Brian Bennett exposes the dangers, signs, and long-term effects in this episode. Non-fatal strangulation is one of the most dangerous and under-recognized forms of domestic violence and sexual assault. In this eye-opening episode of 7 On Sundays , hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with expert Brian Bennett, a retired South Carolina law enforcement veteran and police academy instructor, to expose the hidden dangers o...
Jan 05, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Hope shares her story of toxic college relationships, emotional abuse, and red flags. Learn how to spot warning signs and build healthier love. Red flag relationships in college can be confusing, manipulative, and emotionally draining. In this episode of the 7 On Sundays™ podcast, hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye sit down with Hope, who bravely shares her story of two emotionally abusive early relationships. From intense dependency and gaslighting to subtle manipulation and coercion, Hope...
Dec 22, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Porn Myths Debunked: The Hidden Harms of the Adult IndustryPornography is often portrayed as "normal," "healthy," or "empowering" — but what's the truth behind the screen? In this powerful follow-up to Cici's story, 7 On Sundays hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye debunk the biggest porn myths and reveal the hidden realities of the adult industry. Drawing from Cici's testimony as a former adult film star, they expose the psychological harm, physical risks, and systemic abuse endured by perfo...
Dec 08, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Former porn star Cici exposes the dark truth about Big Porn—exploitation, lack of consent, trauma, and how porn myths harm intimacy. The porn industry isn't what it seems. In this powerful re-airing from Laid Bare with Anonymous X , now featured on 7 On Sundays , host Stephanie Boye sits down with Cici, a former porn star, who courageously exposes the truth behind pornography. Cici shares raw insights into the dark side of the adult film industry, including: How consent is blurred and ignored on...
Nov 24, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Caroline bravely shares her story of assault, consent, and healing—driven by love for her sisters and the phrase, "I'm way too hot for this." -Paris Hilton Consent, sexual assault, and hookup culture are misunderstood far too often on college campuses. In this 7 On Sundays™ episode, hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye speak with Caroline, a courageous young woman who shares her deeply emotional story of experiencing sexual assault during a college hookup. Her raw account reveals how failed s...
Nov 10, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Brooke shares her struggle with genital dysmorphia, body image, and OCD. Learn how social media, shame, and stigma shape mental health and healing. Genital dysmorphia, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), and the pressures of social media are affecting young people at alarming rates. In this 7 On Sundays™ episode, hosts Dr. Chez Leeby and Stephanie Boye talk with Brooke, a courageous college student, about her personal struggle with genital dysmorphia, OCD, and the damaging impact of cultural body sh...
Oct 27, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Purity culture, porn, and Christian shame collide in Drew's story. How abstinence teachings shape sex, marriage, and recovery from toxic beliefs. Purity culture, abstinence teachings, pornography use, and Christian sexual shame are at the center of this episode's powerful conversation. Beginning in the 1990s, purity culture promoted abstinence until marriage, strict gender roles, and modesty rules for women. But what happens when these rigid teachings meet the reality of porn, dating, and marria...
Oct 13, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Non-consensual pornography, revenge porn, and deepfake abuse are rising. Sara's story reveals the trauma, recovery, and hope for survivors. Non-consensual pornography (NCP), revenge porn, and deepfake porn are on the rise, devastating young people and women worldwide. In today's episode, we share Sara's powerful story of surviving NCP after her on-again, off-again hookup partner violated her trust and distributed private images without consent. Also known as "revenge porn," non-consensual pornog...
Sep 29, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Intimate partner violence and dating abuse often begin subtly. Karoline shares her story of surviving IPV, red flags, and finding hope. Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), domestic violence, dating violence, and abuse in relationships affect millions of women and teens worldwide. Nearly 1 in 2 women in the U.S. report experiencing IPV, while 1 in 3 teens face dating violence. In this powerful episode, Karoline shares her personal story of surviving IPV, highlighting how abuse begins subtly, escalat...
Sep 15, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 15
