TURNING THE TIDE: EXPOSING HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND THE FIGHT TO SAVE SURVIVORS AT METANOIA MANOR

On this episode of Ladies of Another View, award-winning journalist Karen Swenson joins the conversation to discuss her eye-opening documentary, Turning the Tide: A Story of Hell, Healing, and Hope. The film exposes the brutal reality of sex trafficking in Louisiana, sharing the firsthand accounts of three survivors and the tireless efforts of those working to rescue and restore young victims. Swenson highlights the crucial role played by First Lady Donna Edwards and the Hospitaler Sisters of Mercy at Metanoia Manor—the only licensed safe house in the state dedicated to adolescent survivors of trafficking. Through powerful storytelling and in-depth reporting, Swenson reveals not just the horrors of this modern-day slavery but also the incredible resilience of those fighting to put an end to it.
In the second half of the show, Ladies of Another View welcomes Father Jeff Bayhi, the founder of Metanoia Manor, and Father Chuck Swanson, the chaplain of the home, to shed light on the vital work being done at this sanctuary. They share how the dedicated sisters provide round-the-clock care for girls who have endured unimaginable trauma, offering them safety, spiritual guidance, and a path toward healing. Despite their incredible efforts, the demand for safe housing and rehabilitation far outweighs the resources currently available. Father Bayhi and Father Swanson emphasize the growing need for awareness and action, urging communities and lawmakers to step up and support initiatives that provide real solutions for trafficking survivors. Their discussion serves as a powerful reminder that the battle against human trafficking is far from over, but with faith, determination, and compassion, lives can be saved and restored.