Episodes
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The Choices We Make
What happens when the choices we make in this life follow us into the next? In this episode, I sit down with internationally award-winning author P.M. Terrell to discuss her powerful novel, Padlocked. Set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II, Padlocked follows ordinary...
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The Dallas Dynamic Trio
Last year, I met three women in Dallas: PJay, Sharon, and Shawana. While they didn't know each other, they found one thing in common: helping people recover from trauma. Together, they lead Triumph Over Trauma groups to help their friends and strangers overcome the lasting effects of their bad...
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Bonhoeffer & Christian Nationalism Session 4
In today's episode, you will hear the fourth of four sessions in a series titled Bonhoeffer and Christian Nationalism. This powerful program is led by renowned theologian Dr. Douglas Meeks, who brings lessons from the past to both warn and guide us today. Meeks leads discussion about historical...
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Bonhoeffer & Christian Nationalism Session 3
In today's episode, you will hear the third of four sessions in a series titled Bonhoeffer and Christian Nationalism. This powerful program is led by renowned theologian Dr. Douglas Meeks, who brings lessons from the past to both warn and guide us today. Meeks leads discussion about historical...
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Bonhoeffer & Christian Nationalism Session 2
In today's episode, you will hear the second of four sessions in a series titled Bonhoeffer and Christian Nationalism. This powerful program is led by renowned theologian Dr. Douglas Meeks, who brings lessons from the past to both warn and guide us today. Meeks leads discussion about historical...
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Bonhoeffer & Christian Nationalism Session 1
In today's episode, you will hear one of four sessions in a series titled Bonhoeffer and Christian Nationalism. This powerful program is led by renowned theologian Dr. Douglas Meeks, who brings lessons from the past to both warn and guide us today. Meeks leads discussion about historical…
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Doing the Impossible
How do the threads of your life connect? In this episode, Neelley Hicks interviews Firdaus Kharas, the founder of Chocolate Moose Media about lessons he's learned throughout the diverse experiences of his life. Take inspiration from this episode and consider what your life has taught you. You can...
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The Brain on Hate
In this Women Arise podcast, I interviewed Dr. Mario Mendez about how the brain is wired and responds through hate. Each of us has a brain, and it is wired in particular ways to the in-group and the out-group. How can we, as people of faith and hope, come into a sense of our being to bring about…
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Circle of Healing: Gently Unwrapping Trauma through Community Education
Casey, Lora, and Shandiin Church spread love through the Good Medicine Way in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Circle of Healing: Gently Unwrapping Trauma through Community Education is their expression of Triumph Over Trauma. By integrating the arts, Indigenous practices, and spirituality, they create a...
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Mud Puddles and Rainbows: Grieving the Loss of a Child
In this episode, Rev. Amber Armistead shares her grief journey after losing her precious son, Noah. Learn what helped and what didn't to offer better support for yourself and others. Learn more about Harper Hill Global and the programs we offer to help people heal from trauma and promote health....
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Nazis in Nashville
In this episode, HHG Founder Neelley Hicks is interviewed by the former news editor of United Methodist News Service about her encounter with Nazis in Nashville.
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Journaling with a Twist!
What if you could be the hero of your own story? In this episode, award-winning author and workshop leader PM Terrell speaks about the power of writing to heal and reclaim your own power. Learn more about online courses at https://www.harperhill.global/courses Support the work of Harper Hill...
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Trauma-Informed Healing in Communities
How can religious networks assist in reducing mental health crises? In this session, Neelley Hicks, M.Div. will share how NASMHPD's TAMAR (Trauma, Addiction, Mental health, And Recovery) program is providing trauma-informed community care in houses of prayer as well as non-religious settings.…
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Connecting the Dots
Elvira Cruz, LSCW, is a behavioral health counselor who speaks about trauma recovery in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. In her work, she applies Triumph Over Trauma training and curriculum. Elvira was trained as a Triumph Over Trauma facilitator at an event in September 2023 sponsored by…
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Improving Mental Health
Sylvia Turner of the Mississippi Public Health Institute discusses a statewide recovery program that combines congregational care with mental health education and mentoring. Triumph Over Trauma is integrated with their programs. To register for the MSPHI April 25, 2024 program, go to...
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Restoring Hope
Welcome to the Women Arise Podcast. In this episode, you'll find hope in Alaska. Rev. Murray Crookes' community is progressing toward the goals of truth and reconciliation by revisiting the historical oppression of Native American people. Healing Circles provide a path to peace and are supported...
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Band of Angels
What are the effects on children of domestic violence households? Jody Anderson, LCSW, describes her experiences with children, ages 5 - 8, who bonded over their common issues growing up during domestic abuse. This episode provides insight and hope that came from their lives as Jody releases her...
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Peer-Led Inclusive Approaches Designed to Support, Unify, and Prevent Isolation
Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for action to address the public health crisis and the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. Dr. Murthy explains that disconnection fundamentally affects our mental, physical, and societal health. He also...
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Cultivating a Culture of Connection through Community-Designed Initiatives
Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for action to address the public health crisis and the devastating impact of the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in the United States. Dr. Murthy explains that disconnection fundamentally affects our mental, physical, and societal health. He also...
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Singing for Health
Rosa Rodriguez wrote the song, "Mujer Vida" for Harper Hill Global and Colleagues in Care's campaign to reduce maternal mortality caused by hypertension. In this interview, Rosa describes what it was like to put her creativity to the test - singing about the subject of hypertension. Visit...
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I Am Whole
In 2022, Tameka Ferebee began writing a healing song for Triumph Over Trauma, a movement for trauma recovery. In the midst of writing, she and her family experienced the devastating loss of her nephew. In this episode, Tameka shares how this song came to be and how it is helping her and others...
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Scars Into Stars
To be understood is essential for human life, yet many who cannot hear go a lifetime without it. In this episode, United Methodist Bishop Peggy Johnson shares how she became involved in deaf ministries and how her life was transformed by it. Triumph Over Trauma resources can be downloaded at...
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The Why Behind Triumph Over Trauma
Why is trauma-informed care so important - not just to know - but to practice? This episode focuses on how Neelley Hicks, founder of Harper Hill Global, became passionate about the issue and how we are channeling our collective energy into equipping and training local faith-based leaders so they...
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Care for Caregivers
If you are a caregiver, you know how easy it is to get depleted. Whether caring for a family member, a local community, a congregation, or as a first responder, care of self is often relegated to your last priority. In this episode, Neelley Hicks interviews her daughter, Marissa Fox, LCSW-C…
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Staying Grounded through the Holidays
Rev. Carol Lakota Eastin and Rev. Dr. Michelle Oberwise Lacock are the founders of MorningSky Leadership Initiative and leaders in the Native American International Caucus of The United Methodist Church. In this episode, we discuss the integration of Native American spiritual practices with...
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Rippling Effects: Children & Gun Violence
John Woodrow Cox has uncovered both the depths and breadth of childhood trauma that exists among survivors of gun violence. His book, "Children Under Fire: An American Crisis," delves into his research and provides alternative behaviors that could help prevent future shootings. Children Under…
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Institutionalized, Perpetual Trauma
In this episode, Rev. Keith Caldwell, pastor of the historic Seay Hubbard UMC and social justice leader, speaks about trauma that is not just caused by one event, but ingrained into public life.
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When Everyone is Well
Join Neelley Hicks for a conversation with Imam Ossama Bahloul, Ph.D., as he shares wisdom gained through faith and life. Imam Bahloul is the Resident Scholar of the Islamic Center of Nashville, TN. For more information, go to TriumphOverTrauma.info.
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Resurrection Within
David Washington speaks about moving through childhood trauma later in life and discovering new life along the way. David is one of the authors in the Triumph Over Trauma resource series and is a Harm Reduction Practitioner for the State of Maryland. Text HOPE to 615-933-5387 to receive free…
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Assisting Traumatized Communities
In this episode, Lynn Heady, TN Deputy State Coordinator of Braver Angels, shares how she is working to raise awareness of the lasting effects of trauma inflicted upon survivors of school shootings and how Triumph Over Trauma provides the necessary next step for faith communities. Referenced in...
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Holistic Reconnection
What happens when mind/body/spirit reconnect? Listen to Charryse N. Wright, M.Div., BSW, share wisdom from life gained by experiencing trauma, learning the holistic workings of trauma, and sharing this wisdom through the newly release Triumph Over Trauma resources. Go to TriumphOverTrauma.info to...
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Understanding Trauma
In this episode, Joan Gillece, Ph.D., shares how the effects of trauma are as unique as the person experiencing them. Forgiveness of self is essential, and daily practices help. For more information, go to TriumphOverTrauma.info, or email [email protected] Sign up for daily messages…
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It's Not Witchcraft
When people lack knowledge, understanding is based on myths shared by trusted family members and friends. In this episode, Rev. Dr. Betty Kazadi Musau is interviewed by Lipscomb student Caleb Williams about her campaign to save lives by dispelling myths. Listen and give as you are able, as we...
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It Only Takes One
Sarah Todd Cloud, RN learned resilience through study and experience. Now she shares these lessons with the Women Arise Collective, bringing trauma informed care into the global circle. Recorded Tuesday, Sept 15, 2020. You can grow resilience by supporting the Women Arise Collective with prayer…
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Voice out!
Women in Nigeria speak out against rape, finding the power of their voices in the process. A compelling interview with Doris Adamu, Women Arise Collective Director, Nigeria. Recorded Tuesday, Sept 1, 2020. You can make their lives better by giving! Doris is beginning a small business to bring...
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Women Arise US Launch
Join Neelley Hicks (founder of the Women Arise Collective) & Sherry Cothran (singer, author, leader WoAC USA) for an evening of song & story. We are joined by special guests Judith Osongo Yanga Eluhu, Doris Adamu Jenis, and Ruth Nabakulu, along with Rosalie, Georgette & Tumaini from the Mama Lynn...
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Hope through Messaging
What good do simple text messages do in a sea of information? Listen as Marion Wasia shares outcomes of her efforts to educate and inspire during the pandemic. I'm sure you'll be touched as I was to learn how much the right words can matter. Recorded Monday, June 29, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand…
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Don't Lose Your Soul
Rev. Dr. Kabamba Kiboko speaks about the importance of relationship and how it fundamentally changes the way of life and community in this interview with Neelley Hicks. Background: Rev. Dr. J. Kabamba Kiboko, Ph.D. Born in Shinkolobwe, CongoDR President of the African Clergywomen Association…
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Understanding the Digital Gender Gap
In this episode, Women Arise founder Neelley Hicks talks with Revi Sterling, PhD., director of the USAID W-GDP WomenConnect Challenge. The Challenge addresses the social norms that keep women and girls offline and focuses on the use of technology to create new social norms that empower women....
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Christianity & COVID-19
How can we find God in the wilderness? How are we called to worship outside of sanctuaries? Should Christians follow medical advice, or rely on faith alone? Listen as Dr. Jon Roebuck shares a Christian perspective of suffering caused by COVID-19/Coronavirus. Recorded Wednesday, April 7, 2020.…
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Judaism & COVID-19
Rabbi Joshua Lesser shares the impact of COVID-19/Coronavirus on religious practices at Congregation Bet Haverim, Atlanta, Georgia. Recorded Friday, March 18, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand in Hand. Hygiene. Healthcare. Hope.
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Islam & COVID-19
Imam Ossama Bahloul shares the impact of COVID-19/Coronavirus on religious practices at the Islamic Center of Nashville. Recorded Friday, March 13, 2020. Faith & Health Go Hand in Hand. Hygiene. Healthcare. Hope.
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Pandemic in the Age of Global Communications
COVID-19 is the first pandemic of the global communications age. While we can reach almost every person on the planet through mobile phones, it's imperative that behavior change communications and faith-based leaders be included in the equation. In this special episode on COVID-19, Neelley Hicks...
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Sexual Misconduct in the Church
In this episode, Women Arise founder Neelley Hicks talks with Becky Posey-Williams, senior director of sexual ethics and advocacy from the General Commission on the Status and Role of Women in the United Methodist Church, about sexual misconduct in the church, the mistreatment of women throughout...
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Founder Neelley Hicks shares how women triumph over trauma
In the premiere episode of the Women Arise podcast, founder Neelley Hicks explains how women across the world are uniting to overcome one thing they have in common: sexual violence.
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