Outspoken: A Podcast for Social Change

oin Kiara and Ely as they interview a guest, Brandon. He used to be one of us – A Prevention Educator and A Primary Prevention Coordinator doing sexual violence prevention work with HCWC. Brandon’s joining us for an episode about Men in the Movement to end sexual violence in our community. Stick around till the end for our first ever fun bird fact!  🎧 Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.    Resources:   HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources    To Learn More:   Futures Without Violence: https://futureswithoutviolence.org/priority/men-boys/  Recognize Violence Change Culture: https://www.joinrvcc.org/resourcehub  Documentaries:   Tough Guise  Tough Guise 2  The Mask You Live In  Follow us on social media!     Instagram:  stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter   Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.   

Description:   On this episode of Outspoken, Kera, Kiara, and Lilian take us on a musical journey through the Soundtrack to Our Relationships. They explore how the music we listen to can shape our views on relationships, love, boundaries, and belonging. Listen to hear their picks for songs about support systems, healthy & unhealthy relationship dynamics, breakups, and self-compassion!     Listen to the Soundtrack to Our Relationships playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/02s2g3umk64AZgfiV3yQLk?si=HppAWU-UQwODTNCkZMCywA    Resources   Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/   HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)  Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Follow us on social media!    Instagram:  @HCWCenter   Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. 

On this episode, Megan and Ely, are joined by community partner Marisa, a Health Promotion Specialist from Texas State University, and discuss the need for skills around healthy breakups and what that looks like for all kinds of relationships. They explore helpful and unhelpful tips for breaking up in friendships, family relationships, romantic/sexual relationships, and unhealthy/abusive dynamics. Since relationships are a part of all of our lives, join us in getting more intentional about how we can have healthy relationships even when we’re ending them.     Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources    Resources  HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)  Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/   Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/  Students Against Violence at TXST: Students Against Violence  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources   Follow us on social media!    Instagram:  stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter  Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. 

On this episode, Megan, Ely, and special guest, HCWC Children’s Counselor, Hanyue, look at community dynamics. They explore how our groups can shape our views on power and control, and whether or not our leadership is promoting a healthy or unhealthy environment. Tune in and build skills to create healthier communities where everyone is free from abuse.  Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Resources  Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/   HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)  Follow us on social media!    Instagram:  stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter  Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. 

It’s been 20 years since Twilight...let’s talk about it! On this episode of Outspoken, our educators introduce their first installment of Candid Conversations, a series where we sit down, press record, and share our unscripted thoughts.   Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.  #HoaHoaHoa #WhereHaveYouBeenLoca #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC     Resources  Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/   Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/  Safe Bae: https://safebae.org/   Right to Be: https://righttobe.org/    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org  

On this episode of Outspoken, our educators wrap up summer with a deep dive into what they’ve been watching over the last few months. Listen now to hear how relationship dynamics, consent, and cultural expectations show up in pop culture and entertainment!  Resources  Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/   HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)  Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/  For resources on general media literacy, like internet safety practices for youth, visit https://medialiteracynow.org/resource-library/  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Follow us on social media!    Instagram:  @HCWCenter  Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. 

On this episode of Outspoken, our educators discuss what empowering youth looks like and how it helps prevent violence in our communities. Listen now to learn how to effectively empower the youth in your life!  Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.  #EmpowerYouth #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC    Resources  Stop The Hurt   Love is Respect  Safe Bae   Right to Be   The Trevor Project   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org     Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC 

Join us on the latest episode of Outspoken as our educators discuss the film, Its Ends with Us. This film has sparked lots of conversations about Domestic Violence and we wanted to take the opportunity to unpack some of the themes that were brought up, how media often depicts abuse, and ways to support survivors.  Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.  Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.  Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. #DVAM #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC #ItEndsWithUs #DomesticViolence    Resources  Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/   Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/  National Domestic Violence Hotline www.thehotline.org  HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)  HCWC’s 2024 Domestic Violence Take Action! Toolkit: https://stopthehurt.org/download-our-2024-domestic-violence-awareness-month-toolkit/  Link to ‘9 Ways to be Accountable When You’ve Been Abusive’ article by Kai Cheng Thom: https://transformharm.org/ca_resource/9-ways-to-be-accountable-when-youve-been-abusive/  Adult Safety Plan: https://stopthehurt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-DVAM-Safety-Plan.pdf   Youth Safety Plan: https://stopthehurt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Youth-Safety-Plan.pdf     If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org   Follow us on social media!   Instagram: @hcwcenter 

On this episode of Outspoken, our hosts discuss LGBTQIA relationships, and specific ways they can be healthy and unhealthy. They also explore what it means to support LGBTQIA youth and be better bystanders, so we are all safe in our communities – no matter who you love or how you identify.  Resources:   LGBTQIA Relationships: https://stopthehurt.org/lgbtq-relationships/  Supporting LGBTQIA Youth: https://stopthehurt.org/providing-support-to-a-vulnerable-population/  Dating in the Closet: https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/dating-in-the-closet/  Supporting Your Partner Through Transition: https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/supporting-your-partner-through-transition/  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org   Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC 

Megan and Kirsten interview HCWC’s Child Advocacy Center Director, Ashley. They discuss misconceptions and myths around child abuse, and what parents and caregivers can do to keep kids safe.  Resources:   Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Toolkit:   Article on Preventing Child Abuse:   Why Children may not Disclose: https://stopthehurt.org/why-children-may-not-disclose-abuse/  When Child Discloses: https://stopthehurt.org/when-a-child-says-metoo/  Mandating Reporting: https://stopthehurt.org/mandated-reporting/  Helping Children Process Trauma: https://stopthehurt.org/helping-children-process-trauma/    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources    Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC and @hcwcenter 

In this episode our hosts discuss emotional abuse. What is it? What is gaslighting? How does emotional abuse relate to boundaries? It’s important to remember that abuse is not just physical.  Resources:  https://stopthehurt.org/shining-a-light-on-emotional-manipulation/   For more information on emotional abuse visit, https://stopthehurt.org/emotional-abuse-not-all-abuse-leaves-bruises/   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org   Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

Join us for this episode rewind as Kiara, Kirsten, Megan, and Claudia discuss showing yourself love during the holidays through self-care, self-affirmations, and a lot of boundary work. #Boundaries #SelfLove #SelfCare #Outspoken #NewPodcastAlert #SocialChange #BeOutspoken  Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts. 

Kirsten interviews HCWC’s Shelter Children’s Counselor, Melainie, and Bilingual Legal Advocate, Diana. They discuss misconceptions and myths around domestic violence, family violence shelters, and what we can do to support survivors. Resources: Domestic Violence Awareness Month Toolkit: https://stopthehurt.org/resources/ Article on Emotional Abuse: https://stopthehurt.org/not-all-abuse-leaves-bruises-but-survivors-still-carry-the-scars/ Article on Men as Victims: https://stopthehurt.org/forgotten-victims/ Article on How to Support Someone in an Abusive Relationship: https://stopthehurt.org/how-to-safely-support-someone-in-an-abusive-relationship/ Article on Safely Leaving an Abusive Relationship: https://stopthehurt.org/staying-safe-while-leaving/ Article: “Shining a Light on Emotional Manipulation” https://stopthehurt.org/shining-a-light-on-emotional-manipulation/ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources  Follow us on social media! Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC

Claudia and one of HCWC’s Children’s Counselors discuss misconceptions about trans people, drag performers, grooming and child abuse. They explore how adults can better support LGBTQIA+ youth and be advocates for change.  Resources:   The Trevor Project: (866-488-7386) https://www.thetrevorproject.org/  Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860   Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call or text: 988   GLSEN: https://www.glsen.org/  TENT: https://www.transtexas.org/  Trans Youth Equality Foundation: https://www.transyouthequality.org/  Equality Texas: https://www.equalitytexas.org/  PFLAG: https://pflag.org/  If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault or harassment and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources     Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org    Follow us on social media!    Facebook: @hcwcenter Instagram: @hcwcenter @stopthehurt_HCWC   

Kiara, Kirsten, Claudia, and Megan discuss takeaways from the episode of Below Deck: Down Under that sparked online conversations about sexual assault & harassment, consent, and bystander intervention. Our educators talk about what the show got right about responding to sexual assault & harassment and how we can interact with sexual assault in similar ways in our own communities. Resources: Bystander intervention resources: https://righttobe.org/ Below Deck cast break down: https://www.whattowatch.com/features/below-deck-down-under-season-2-cast-meet-the-crew-of-the-northern-sun If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault or harassment and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources  Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org Follow us on social media! Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC

As a part of the Outspoken Summer Movie Series, Kiara, Kirsten, Claudia, and Megan discuss takeaways from the film, Barbie, and how we can challenge social norms and empower each other.  Resources:  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources    Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

As a part of the Outspoken Summer Movie Series, Kiara, Kirsten, Claudia, and Megan discuss lessons from the film, The Little Mermaid, and how adults can empower youth and help prepare them for healthy relationships.     Resources:  Outspoken Interview with Dating Violence Counselor - Episode 16 STH Dating Violence Toolkit Stop The Hurt If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources  Follow us on social media! Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC

Kirsten interviews HCWC’s Dating Violence counselor, Lauren. They discuss how to identify healthy and abusive relationships, and how caregivers can talk to and support youth and adult children in their lives. Lauren provides examples and tools for both caregivers and youth.    Resources:   Article: “How to Talk to Teens and Pre-teens About Healthy Relationships”  https://stopthehurt.org/how-to-talk-to-teens-and-preteens/  Article: “Talking to Teens About Relationships” https://stopthehurt.org/talking-to-teens-about-relationships/  Relationship Spectrum: https://stopthehurt.org/healthy-relationships-101/   Dating Violence Awareness Month Toolkit: https://stopthehurt.org/resources/  Article: "Why Dating Violence Awareness Violence Matters Year-Round":  https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/domestic-violence-op-ed-column/stop-praising-colleen-hoover-s-it-ends-with-us   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources      Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC  

Kiara, Megan, Kirsten, and Claudia discuss the importance of Dating Violence Awareness Month, how to talk to teens and young adults about dating violence, relationship role models, and why it can be hard for individuals to leave unhealthy and abusive relationships.   Content Warning: Discussions and examples of abusive relationship dynamics, mentions of self-harm and suicide.  On the next episode of Outspoken, Kirsten continues the conversation in an interview with a dating violence counselor.    Resources:   Stop the Hurt Article: “How to Talk to Teens and Pre-teens About Healthy Relationships”  “Talking to Teens About Relationships”  Dating Violence Awareness Month Toolkit:   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources      Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

Kiara, Kirsten, Megan and our new prevention educator Claudia discuss showing yourself love during the holidays through self-care, self-affirmations and a lot of boundary work.

DESCRIPTION: Who benefits from the way the media talks about victims? Is it helping or hurting? Kiara, Kirsten, and Megan discuss how media and society contribute to victim blaming, and how by challenging it together we can create a safer community.   Resources: Media Victim Blaming & Cyclist Study: https://usa.streetsblog.org/2019/01/14/six-ways-the-media-is-still-blaming-the-victim/   MPD was given Cleotha Henderson's name and still did not pursue him: https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/2022/10/04/memphis-police-department-lawsuit-cleotha-henderson-rape-case/69539281007/ If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources    Follow us on social media!  Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC  Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

What is the connection between mass shootings and relationship abuse?  Kiara, Kirsten, and Megan explore some of the root causes of violence, the factors that drive violent behavior, and ways we can create communities that are safer for everyone.    Resources:  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources and stopthehurt.org/resources.  No Visible Bruises: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/no-visible-bruises-9781635570977/   Fierce Self-Compassion: https://self-compassion.org/fierce-self-compassion/ 

Have you ever seen someone comment or post something harmful online? Or share an intimate photo of someone without their permission, and didn’t know what to do? Kiara, Kirsten, and Megan discuss victim blaming, different ways to take a stand against violence, and support people who have been harmed online.  Resources:   Learn more about different ways to intervene online and offline at righttobe.org  www.nsvrc.org/saam/2022/learn/buildingsafeonlinecommunities  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources    Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC  

Do you feel supported and connected online? Or have you experienced harassment, judgment, or criticism? Join Kiara, Kirsten, and Megan as they discuss how to make the internet safer for yourself and for others.     Resources:   Learn more about different ways to intervene online and offline at righttobe.org  www.nsvrc.org/saam/2022/learn/buildingsafeonlinecommunities  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources      Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC  

Is your favorite song problematic? Join Gemma, Kiara, and Megan as they open up about their playlists and discuss music and relationships.    Resources:   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources      Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC

What a year! Join Kiara, Megan, and Gemma as they look back on ways people used social media to be outspoken in 2021.     Resources:   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources      Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC   Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC  

Have you ever felt pressured to share your password in a relationship? In part two, Gemma, Kiara, Megan, and Nathan continue to discuss digital communication in relationships— how it benefits us, how to recognize when it goes wrong, and the importance of digital boundaries. #BeOutspoken #NewPodcastAlert #DigitalRelationships    Resources: If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources and stopthehurt.org/resources.    Follow us on social media!  Instagram: @stopthehurt_HCWC  Twitter & Facebook: @StopTheHurtHCWC 

How has digital communication changed our relationships? From MySpace to TikTok, Gemma, Kiara, Megan, and Nathan discuss the evolution of digital communication and how we relate to each other.    Resources: If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources and stopthehurt.org/resources.    Follow us on social media!  Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC  Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

It’s easy to be tough on yourself, but what if you showed yourself the same compassion you show others? Gemma, Kiara, Megan, and Nathan talk all about self-compassion. What it is, what it’s not, their personal experiences with practicing self-compassion, and how it’s connected to social change.    Learn more about self-compassion at https://self-compassion.org/    Resources: If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources and stopthehurt.org/resources.    Follow us on social media!  Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC  Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

It's 2021 and youth are still experiencing sexism in school. Gemma, Kiara, and Megan discuss the Netflix movie, Moxie, and how it reflects their own experiences working with youth in schools. Youth are speaking up. Are we listening?     Resources: If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources and stopthehurt.org/resources.     Follow us on social media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC  Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

Gemma, Kiara, Megan, and Nathan continue the conversation from episode 4 and discuss how we can support those who’ve experienced sexual violence and create a culture of consent. 

Gemma, Kiara, Megan, and  Nathan break down consent while discussing headlines featuring Marilyn Manson, T.I. and Tiny, David Dobrick’s Vlog Squad, and others. CW: This episode includes conversations about sexual assault and relationship abuse.    Resources:   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources      Follow Us on Social Media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_hcwc  Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC     

Kiara, Megan, and Nathan reflect back on outspoken people and moments of 2020 and how they relate to the movement against sexual violence.    Resources:   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources       References:   Me Too. Act Too: https://acttoo.metoomvmt.org/  SafeHelpline – Sexual Assault Support for Military Service Members: https://www.safehelpline.org/   “The Invisible War” documentary: https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/films/invisible-war/     Follow Us on Social Media!   Instagram: stopthehurt_hcwc  Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

In this episode, HCWC Prevention Educators, Kiara, Vanessa, and Megan discuss the controversial film Cuties. Hosts discuss the impact of internet culture on preteen girls, their own experiences growing up, and the importance of empowering youth with information.    Resources:   If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources   

In this first episode, HCWC Prevention Educators, Kiara, Vanessa, and Megan, introduce themselves and their hopes for the podcast. For the first time in 20 years, the Texas State Board of Education is considering making changes to health standards to include consent and healthy relationship programming. Join them as they discuss what it's like doing violence prevention work in Texas, why these changes are a big deal, and what you can do about it.  Note: The upcoming Texas State Board of Education's final vote is the week of November 17-20, 2020.  Find out who your representative is on the State Board of Education; https://wrm.capitol.texas.gov/home     Resources:  If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources     References:  What is a SHAC (School Health Advisory Council)?  https://www.dshs.texas.gov/schoolhealth/sdhac.shtm#:~:text=A%20School%20Health%20Advisory%20Council,serve%20at%20the%20district%20level.&text=They%20can%20help%20parents%20and,stay%20healthy%20for%20a%20lifetime.  Current proposed changes to Texas Education Standards:  https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files/Health_Education_TEKS_Review_Final_Recommendations.pdf