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RAFT
by RAFT: Indrani Goradia, Alyce Jurgensen, Jeremie Miller, Amy Jaffe
A podcast about resilience in the face of compassion fatigue and burnout.
Episodes
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7 Types of Rest
In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, we explore the Seven Domains of Rest and what they can teach us about caring for ourselves as advocates. From physical and mental rest to sensory, creative, emotional, and social rest, we talk about the types of rest we gravitate toward, what we learned from...
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So… It’s 2026!
The RAFT Team takes time to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments & set intentional boundaries for the current year of growth in advocacy. Episode Time Codes 00:00 | The RAFT Podcast Intro 00:47 | Welcome & Episode Overview 04:00 | RAFT 2025 Achievements 05:45 | Team Discussion begins with...
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The Power of Presence
In this episode, Maegan and Joy discuss the power of presence, a topic that came along a couple years ago, when Maegan wrote a blog in haste and it just kind of blew up. So spend the next 40 minutes exploring how to be present in someone’s emotional journey rather than rushing to fix their…
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What it Means to Be an Advocate and Survivor
In this powerful episode of the RAFT Podcast, we bring together survivor-advocates from across the movement for an open and honest conversation about what it means to hold both identities—survivor and advocate. Join Nicole Crespi and Joy Ingram, RAFT Workshop Facilitators, along with guest Jaime...
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When Empathy Turns Inward: A Conversation on Self-Compassion
Join the RAFT Team in a conversation about self-empathy and self-compassion. Jeremie, Nicole, and Joy discuss the three main components of self-compassion, the challenges of focusing on yourself, how socialization affects our views on self-compassion, and how they each practice self-compassion....
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“Raising Strong Daughters” with Ajmal Qureshi, Indrani Goradia, and Jeremie Miller
In this heartfelt episode, our founder, Indrani Goradia speaks to Ajmal Qureshi, a former diplomat and proud father about raising strong daughters, the power of education and what it means to build a lasting legacy—rooted in love, equity, and intentional parenting. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro...
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“Ditch the Ditty” with Lindsey Godwin, Molly McGuigan, and Miriam Novotny
In today’s episode, Jeremie Miller is talking with the authors of Ditch the Ditty: Doing What Matters Instead of Doing it All about their work and how it applies to the work of advocates. Episode Time Codes 01:28 Introductions 04:26 Can you share the story that lead to the concept of ditties and...
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Using PERMA in Our Work and Lives
In today’s episode, the RAFT team is talking about PERMA, a simple, but powerful, way to think about well-being and resilience. It comes from Dr. Martin Seligman, a leader in positive psychology, and it’s all about five key elements: Positive emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and...
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Healing through Spirituality and Writing with Emily Bernath
In this episode, the RAFT team is joined by survivor, author, and advocate Emily Bernath. She shares her survivor story, how she healed through spirituality, and how that led to her book series, Broken Lenses. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about sexual violence and assault,...
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Human-Centered Workplaces
Join Jeremie, Nicole, and Joy as they focus their conversation around human-centered workspaces, specifically what a workspace that is human-centered looks like, and how it’s done at RAFT. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 01:05 RAFT’s mission statement 01:50 What is a ‘Human-Centered Workspace?’...
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RAFT’s Core Values
Join Joy, Sophie, Mariam, Jeremie, and Nicole on the RAFT Team as they discuss the RAFT core values—1) Fail, Learn, Grow; 2) Support; and 3) Transparency—and how those values impact their mission and teamwork. Episode Time Codes 00:00 – Intro 00:40 – RAFT’s 3 core values 01:05 – Value #1 – Fail,...
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Self-Care: Thriving on a Budget
How do you take care of your mind, body, and spirit when you don’t have the time, money, or resources? Join the RAFT team as they share their own budget-friendly self-care tips. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:25 Welcome 01:05 RAFT Team Intros 02:40 What would you do on a self-care day but you...
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Women’s History Month
Join Maegan, Nicole, Sophie, and Joy as they come together to reflect upon Women’s History Month and answer questions about what womanhood means to them, inspiring women, strengths, and advice they received and wish to share with others. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:25 Welcome 00:55 RAFT…
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New Year Gratitudes
In this episode, the RAFT Team comes together to reflect upon their personal highlights of 2023 and discuss all things gratitude. From embracing gratitude through challenges and reminding yourself to practice gratitude, you will learn a few ways to incorporate gratitude in your daily life.…
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Making Organizational Change with Amber Beam, Part Two
You’ve seen changes you want to make in your organization, you’re collaborating with co-workers, but now you might be wondering, “What are the leaders thinking about and looking for with change initiatives?” Join Jeremie and Amber as they continue discussing how to make organizational changes by...
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Exploring Team Habits with Charlie Gilkey
Join Jeremie in a conversation with Charlie Gilkey about principles from his book, Team Habits: How Small Actions Lead to Extraordinary Results, including small actions that bring lasting change and creating a team that can solve problems without you. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:40 Jeremie...
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Making Organizational Change with Amber Beam
Have you ever seen something you want to change in your organization, but not sure how to get others involved or talk to your boss about it? Join Jeremie in a conversation with Amber Beam about making changes in your organization by collaborating with co-workers and successfully bringing ideas to...
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Mission Motivated with The SOAR Collective
Join Nicole and Joy from RAFT in a conversation with Dee, Jackie, and Tatiana of The SOAR Collective, an organization working “to mobilize advocates to demand accountability and revolutionize the way anti-violence organizations operate.” Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:50 RAFT & SOAR Collective...
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A Survivor Advocate Story
In this episode Raft’s founder, Indrani Goradia, introduces us to a friend she met by chance when their flights were delayed. Monique shares her past experience navigating life as a leader & advocate in the domestic violence field while in an actively abusive relationship. Episode Time Codes…
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Using Advocacy Skills in Other Fields
This month’s podcast features Grace Harvey, who recently stepped away from advocacy work and was surprised to see her advocacy skills transferred to work in a completely different field. If you think you need a change but are hesitant to look for something new, Grace has an encouraging message to...
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Our “Why?”
In this episode, the RAFT team is joined by our Founder, Indrani Goradia, to discuss our “Why?” Inspired by Simon Sinek’s theory of starting with your “Why?” to help connect your work to your purpose in a meaningful way. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:24 Nicole introduction – Explains...
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Welcome to the team, Joy!
Today we welcome Joy Ingram to our team as a new workshop facilitator and learn a little about her background. Join RAFT as we discuss some reasons for high turnover rates within SV/DV advocacy organizations and a few ideas to combat this issue. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 01:10 Nicole...
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Organizational Culture Development and Leadership
Today on the RAFT podcast, Jeremie and Johnanna Ganz continue their discussion about occupational identity and how it connects to leadership and the development of organizational culture. Episode Time Codes 0:00 Intro 0:45 Johanna reviews what it means to have a strong occupational identity. 2:51...
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Reflections on NCADV’s National Conference on Domestic Violence
Today on the RAFT podcast, Nicole and Mariam share their reflections on NCADV’s National Conference on Domestic Violence. This year’s NCADV National Conference Keynote Speaker was Tommi Vincent. Episode Time Codes 0:00 Intro 1:40 Nicole and Mariam talk about meeting each other in person for the...
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Occupational Identity Management Part 3
Jeremie and Johnanna conclude their discussion on occupational identity, a state of identifying closely with one’s job. Join RAFT as we learn about how to manage this identity in mission-driven fields, such as SV/DV advocacy. Episode Time Codes 0:00 Intro 0:26 Johanna shares signs that work...
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Occupational Identity Management Part 2
Jeremie and Johnanna continue their discussion on occupational identity, a state of identifying closely with one’s job. Join RAFT as we learn about how to manage this identity in mission-driven fields, such as SV/DV advocacy. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 01:20 Johnanna introduces herself,...
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Occupational Identity Management Part 1
Today we discuss occupational identity, a state of identifying closely with one’s job. Join RAFT as we learn about how to manage this identity in mission-driven fields, such as SV/DV advocacy. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 01:00 Johnanna shares her background and work. 04:30 Definition of...
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Navigating Work & Life as Women
In honor of Women’s History Month, the women of RAFT share their career and life experiences–advice, strengths, and lessons learned. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:40 Anneka introduces the topic in celebration of Women’s History Month 01:00 Q1: One lesson or piece of advice we’ve learned from...
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Preventing Procrastination In Our Lives Part 2
Do you struggle with procrastination? Join the RAFT team as we dive deeper into S.M.A.C.K., a procrastination prevention tool designed by clinical psychologist and Procrastination Coach, Dr. Christine Li. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:27 Esteniolla introduces the topic and the guest, Dr....
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Preventing Procrastination In Our Lives Part 1
Do you struggle with procrastination? Are you unsure about the difference between procrastination and rest? Join the RAFT team as we answer these questions and more with clinical psychologist and Procrastination Coach, Dr. Christine Li. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:30 Jeremie & Indrani...
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Reflection Practices for 2021 and Beyond
In this episode, Jeremie and Indrani discuss their own challenges with reflection and share some of their personal reflection practices. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:20 Jeremie introduces the topic and the team. 01:19 Jeremie asks, “Why do you find it difficult to reflect on things that have...
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Thriving During the Holiday Seasons, Episode 2
In episode two of the annual RAFT holiday podcast, the RAFT team continues their discussion on tips and tools for thriving, not surviving, the holidays. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:18 Jeremie introduces the topic and the team. 03:52 Jeremie’s Tip #1: Create a holiday budget and stick to it....
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Thriving During the Holiday Seasons, Episode 1
In episode one of the annual RAFT holiday podcast, the RAFT team discusses tips and tools for thriving, not surviving, the holidays. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:19 Jeremie introduces the topic and the team welcomes readers. 02:40 Anneka’s Tip #1: It is okay to say “no” to social…
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How One Bad_MMAma Uses Her MMA Training to Empower DV Survivors
In this episode, Jamie (@bad_mmama), a professional MMA fighter, shares her journey from survivor to advocate. Learn how she leverages her training in physical and non-contact defense to empower other survivors. Listeners, please note that there is discussion of domestic violence in the podcast…
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Tips for How to Ask for Help, Part II
In this episode, join the entire RAFT team as they discuss how to ask for help and the various things one must consider as they hone this practice. Tips range from the timing of how to ask for help to determining the right people to ask for help. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:29 Listeners are...
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Tips for How to Ask for Help, Part I
In this episode, join the entire RAFT team as they discuss how to ask for help and the various things one must consider as they hone this practice. Tips range from how to be specific in your ask to the right mindset needed when asking for help. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:30 Listeners are...
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Celebration Rituals as Anchors in Life
In this episode, Heather Slutzky from Anchor & Flame shares how she anchors caregivers in their resilience without compromising the flame that ignites their passion for the work. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:28 Jeremie welcomes listeners and Introduces Heather Slutzsky, Principal Celebrant…
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Universal Trauma & Resilience
In this episode, Sherry Hamby, Director of the Life Paths Research Center and Founder of ResilienceCon, discusses universal and cumulative trauma and resilience. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 00:30 Jeremie Welcomes listeners and introduces Dr. Sherry Hamby. 00:50 Dr. Hamby introduces herself....
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Social Journaling to Meaningful Connections
In this episode, learn how social journaling can be used to make powerful, meaningful connections with the self, the we, and the us. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 00:39 Jeremie Welcomes listeners and introduces Alex and Nikolay from Oh-lay, a workplace culture design company. 01:37 Nikolay and...
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Practical Self-Love & Acceptance Tips
In this episode, Indrani and Jeremie discuss self-love and acceptance through the lens of time management. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 00:30 Jeremie Welcomes Listeners and Introduces Indrani 00:57 Indrani: Why This Topic is So Important 02:52 Jeremie: Not Taking What Comes First 04:33 Indrani:...
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Using Life-Story Writing to Build Resilience
In this episode, RAFT invites Stacy Brookman, a resilience and life story expert, to share a new resiliency tool for advocates. EPISODE TIME CODES 00:00 Intro 01:20 Stacy introduces herself 03:25 The Tool Overview: Life-Story Writing 04:20 Jeremie Shares How He Used the Tool to Reflect on His...
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Making A Decision When The Options Aren’t Good, Part Two
In this episode, each RAFT team member continues to share their experiences with making difficult decisions. How do you make a choice with neither decision seems ideal? Listen as the team discusses the tools and processes they use to support them in being intentional about decision-making.…
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Making A Decision When The Options Aren’t Good, Part One
In this episode, each RAFT team member shares their experiences with making difficult decisions. Listen as the team discusses the tools and processes they use to support them in being intentional about decision-making. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:28 Team Welcome 01:00 Advocate Scenario: Go...
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Body Scan Meditation
In this episode, Indrani offers a body scan. It is a perfect and brief tool that helps build resilience. Relax and enjoy. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:21 Breathe with Intention to Start 01:06 Body Scan Begins 12:01 Three Deep Breaths to Transition Out of Body Scan 12:29 Outro
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Learn to Make Decisions by W.A.I.T.ing
In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Indrani reveals a new tool called W.A.I.T., a tool for intentional decision-making. Listen in as Jeremie and Alyce apply the tool using their unique styles and learn how you can, too. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:57 Intro to Conversation 01:40 Tool...
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Managing the Stress That Comes With Change
In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Jeremie, Indrani, and Alyce discuss tools that Advocates and Management can utilize to mitigate the stress and anxiety that often accompanies change. Episode Time Codes 00:00 Intro 00:25 Intro to Conversation 01:28 Tool #1 – Intentional Body Scan Meditation…
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A Day in the Life of an Advocate, Part 2
In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Indrani and Alyce continue their discussion about the day and the life of an advocate. Join us with our guests Susan Shipman, Executive Director, and Trace Fleming-Trice, Sexual Violence Program Director, at 2nd Chance, which serves survivors of domestic and...
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A Day in the Life of an Advocate, Part 1
In this episode of the RAFT Podcast, Indrani and Alyce discuss the importance and impact of a gratitude practice in the day and the life of an advocate. Join us with our guests Susan Shipman, Executive Director, and Trace Fleming-Trice, Sexual Violence Program Director, at 2nd Chance, which…
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Healthy Boundaries and Your Core Values
In this episode of the RAFT Podcast Indrani, Alyce, and Jeremie discuss a common occurrence for sexual and domestic violence advocates: going over the allotted time with a client, especially at the end of the workday. How can you set a boundary to end a meeting with a client without feeling…
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A Fresh New Look, New Team Members, and a Brand New Name
Indrani’s Light has gone through some big changes in the past year, and is starting 2020 with a fresh new look, new team members, and a brand new name: RAFT – Resilience for Advocates through Foundational Training. In this episode Indrani, Alyce, and Jeremie discuss the rebrand and what lessons...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast about resilience in the face of compassion fatigue and burnout.
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RAFT: Indrani Goradia, Alyce Jurgensen, Jeremie Miller, Amy Jaffe
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