In this episode of Sex&Bacon, I’m joined by the incredibly brave Katey Rickert for a raw, unfiltered conversation about healing after sexual assault, reclaiming power, and the long, winding road of recovery. Katey opens up about her personal story—one that is heart-wrenching, courageous, and deeply human. Together, we unpack the dark aftermath of trauma, the complexities of consent, and how writing, movement, and connection helped her return home to herself.

🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:

Surviving the Unthinkable – The Story Behind the Blog
Katey shares how her blog was born from a place of pain, resilience, and healing—writing her way through trauma, shame, and the reclamation of her body and voice.

Disassociation, PTSD & the Aftermath of Assault
What really happens to the body and mind during and after sexual trauma—and why it’s not as simple as “fight or flight.”

Why Survivors Stay Silent – And Why That Needs to Change
From shame to broken systems, Katey breaks down the reasons behind the silence of so many survivors—and what happened when she finally reported her assault 8 years later.

The Broken Justice System – One Call, No Justice
Despite a recorded confession, her rapist walked free. Katey details the gut-wrenching failures of the legal system and why so many survivors don’t come forward.

The Road to Recovery – Yoga, Therapy & Radical Reconnection
Katey dives into how years of therapy, recovery, and somatic healing helped her finally feel safe again—in her body, in relationships, and in her truth.

From Trauma to Empowerment – Reclaiming Sexuality on Her Own Terms
How she transformed her pain into power, explored her sensuality through photography and writing, and ultimately found healing in conscious, connected love.

We get into:

• 00:00 Intro

• 01:37 The Impact of Sexual Assault

• 03:35 Exploring Sexuality and OF

• 07:15 The Lifestyle Lounge Experience

• 10:11 The Assault Incident

• 19:41 Aftermath and Reporting

• 26:36 Travis County's Sexual Assault Case Backlog

• 27:55 Dissociation During Assault

• 32:44 Struggles with Intimacy

• 33:42 Seeking Help and Recovery

• 40:24 The Importance of Support Systems

• 44:35 The Broken System and Reporting Challenges

• 47:31 Empowerment Through Sharing

• 49:36 Final Thoughts and Resources

Connect with Katey

• https://www.lamalaloba.com/ (password is kateybea)

Connect with me

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explicitlyspeakingsarah

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sexandbacon1065

• Email us: sexandbacon1@yahoo.com