I Saw People Falling: 9/11 Survivor Samantha Silverman

9/11 SURVIVOR (WORLD TRADE CENTER 7) - SHE WAS INSIDE WHEN THE UNTHINKABLE HAPPENED 9/11 survivor Samantha Silverman shares her powerful firsthand account of September 11, 2001. From inside World Trade Center 7, she witnessed unimaginable horrors including people jumping from the Twin Towers and narrowly escaped with her life. That day changed everything. Samantha left her career on Wall Street, became a clinical social worker and trauma specialist, and is now the author of Silver Linings. In this interview, she goes beyond survival to explore the deep, transformative journey of healing, post-traumatic growth, and reclaiming personal strength. Timestamps: 0:00 - Teaser 0:50 - Disclaimer & Intro Music 1:07 - Guest Introduction 2:26 - The Morning of September 11, 2001 3:25 - Samantha Silverman's 9/11 Survivor Story 30:39 - Samantha's Book: Silver Linings (Grab a copy: https://shorturl.at/kp02j) 34:32 - You Never Really Get Over It 36:07 - Silver Linings Mental Health (https://shorturl.at/jleeY) 41:46 - Mental Health Advocacy and Legacy 43:14 - Closing & Thanks Samantha Silverman In this episode, we discuss: • Her firsthand experience of September 11, 2001, and how that day altered the course of her life • What she saw and felt that morning, and the immediate aftermath in her own words • How witnessing the attacks shifted her path from Wall Street to trauma therapy • Post-traumatic growth, moving beyond a victim mindset, and building real resilience • Looking back more than 20 years later — the legacy she hopes to leave through her book, practice, and public speaking Explore More 9/11 Survivor Stories & Historical Audio: ▸ Escape from 105 Floors (Joe Dittmar):    • Escape from 105 Floors: 9/11 Survivor Joe ...   ▸ Escaping the 73rd Floor (Dr. Nicole Simpson):    • Escaping the 73rd Floor: 9/11 Survivor Dr....   ▸ Escape from 78 Floors (Michael Hingson):    • How a Blind Man Escaped the 78th Floor on ...   ▸ Kevin Cosgrove 105th Floor 911 Call:    • 9/11: Most Chilling Call - 105th Floor | K...   Connect with Samantha Silverman: ▸Website: https://shorturl.at/jleeY ▸LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/z3EJD ✅ Buy Samantha Silverman's Book "Silver Linings: From Surviving to Thriving After 9/11" on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/kp02j Further Resources on 9/11 & Joe's Story: ▸ Wikipedia: https://shorturl.at/bQiAU ▸ National September 11 Memorial & Museum: https://www.911memorial.org/ ☕ Support the Podcast • Become a Member here: https://shorturl.at/ayiqd • Official Merch Store: https://sitdownwithsid.shop 🎙️ Listen & Subscribe • YouTube: ‪@sitdownwithsidpodcast‬ • Audio Platforms (Spotify/Apple): https://rss.com/podcasts/sit-down-wit... Disclaimer: This episode discusses the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, a monumental tragedy that profoundly impacted the world. Out of respect for the victims, survivors, and their families, we ask that this sensitive topic be approached with the utmost empathy. The personal accounts, views, and theories expressed by guests are strictly their own and do not represent the position of the host or platform. As a neutral forum for informational and historical dialogue, we do not vouch for guest accuracy or verify subjective claims. Right of Reply: We provide a right of reply to all parties, individuals, or agencies mentioned or critiqued in our episodes. We ask that all viewers approach this deeply sensitive topic with empathy and respect for the victims and their families. #september11 #twintowers #neverforget #worldtradecenter #truestory #survivorstory #SamanthaSilverman #sitdownwithsid #podcast #history #fdny #september11th #survivorseries Backlink:    • I Saw People Falling: 9/11 Survivor Samant...