DMF Episode 293 — Writer and Producer Alan Katz (Part 6): "You Won't Believe the Dark Secret I Kept for 45 Years"

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The DMF With Justin Younts

Justin Younts

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Welcome to the DMF. Where I try to find out what motivates people behind the scenes in the world of acting and entertainment. I'm an actor who talks to people in filmmaking and theater as well as people on the business side of show business. Thank you for listening. My Facebook is Justin Younts, my Twitter is @JustinYounts and my Instagram is @JustinYounts.

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DMF Episode 293 — Writer and Producer Alan Katz (Part 6): "You Won't Believe the Dark Secret I Kept for 45 Years"

The DMF With Justin Younts

14 minutes 21 seconds

1 month ago

DMF Episode 293 — Writer and Producer Alan Katz (Part 6): "You Won't Believe the Dark Secret I Kept for 45 Years"

When Alan Katz turned 45, he realized he had been keeping a secret from himself for far too long. It was a dark truth that had haunted him since he was 14, when he was sexually molested by someone he trusted.

For decades, Alan carried the weight of self-loathing and blame, convinced it had been his fault. But the moment he confronted the secret, everything changed. He came to understand that it’s not uncommon for survivors to blame themselves for things outside of their control—but that mindset is destructive.

As he navigated adulthood, Alan recognized how this pattern of self-blame had only made his struggles worse. Facing the truth was a revelation that set him free. He wept for the 14-year-old boy who needed to hear, back then, that it was never his fault.

That moment of clarity led Alan to create a podcast where he could share his story—and give others the chance to share theirs with absolute honesty. He wanted to break the silence and the stigma surrounding these experiences.

The podcast became more than just a platform for healing; it became a space for Alan to explore storytelling itself. Along the way, he discovered that the only thing standing in his way had been himself. For the first time, he could tell his story on his own terms, without anyone else dictating the narrative.

This journey has been transformative for him, and his hope is that it inspires others to confront their own truths. Because no one is ever truly alone—and it’s never too late to find your voice and share your story.

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:05 - Confronting a Dark Past

00:00:27 - Understanding Self-Blame

00:00:57 - The Impact of Self-Blame

00:02:35 - The Power of Honesty

00:03:02 - Entering the Podcasting World

00:03:53 - The Making of Bordello of Blood

00:04:22 - The Importance of Honesty in Storytelling

00:06:44 - The Creative Process in Podcasting

00:07:25 - The Challenges of Turning Ideas into Movies or TV Series

00:09:00 - The Freedom in Podcasting

00:09:49 - The Donor: A DNA Horror Story

00:10:41 - The Impact of Genetic Sexual Attraction

00:13:31 - The Power of Inheritance

00:14:04 - Conclusion

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