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By I Have the Right To
Join the I Have the Right to team and thought leaders as we Aspire to eradicate sexual assault. Inspired by Co-Founder Chessy Prout’s courageous voice and memoir, I Have The Right To- A High School
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Send us Fan Mail This week’s impactful episode of Aspire features keynote speaker and resilience expert Trish Kendall, who shares her journey from childhood abuse and addiction to healing and redefining success. Hosts Katie Shipp and Chessy Prout speak with Trish about surviving the trauma and addiction that nearly ended her life by age 20. Through her story, Trish explains the five critical choices that brought her hope, trust, and a life centered on love and belonging. Trish highlights the importance of micro-choices, setting boundaries, and embracing “boundless love” as daily actions. She shares practical advice on building trust, making agreements, and creating community. With honesty and hope, Trish shows that healing doesn’t have to be solitary, and that vulnerability and connection can lay the foundation for real, enduring success. Support the show Aspire is produced by BenHudakProductions.com

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Aspire, former NFL defensive end James Smith Williams joins Gabriel Viscogliosi and Hugh Eastman for a powerful discussion about masculinity, accountability, and what it means to be a "good man" on and off the field. Known for his advocacy work through Set the Expectation and partnerships with survivor advocate Brenda Tracy, James has made it his mission to challenge the culture of silence and complacency around sexual and domestic violence. James shares how a single question — “If you are a good man, what are you doing to be a good man?” — changed the course of his life while at NC State, sparking a journey that has taken him from college athletics to the NFL and into national leadership in violence prevention. The conversation explores the realities of locker room culture, the balance between empathy and accountability, and how athletes can use their platforms to drive systemic change. Tune in to a candid conversation on redefining what real strength and leadership look like. James offers a message that’s both challenging and hopeful: ending gender-based violence isn’t a women’s issue - it’s everyone’s responsibility. For guidance on what to do after an incident of sexual violence, how to support a survivor, and where to find additional resources, visit ihavetherightto.org/get-info Support the show Aspire is produced by BenHudakProductions.com

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Aspire, Executive Director of I Have the Right To, Katie Shipp and Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, Susan Prout, welcome Mal Wrenn Corbin, author of Raising Wrens. Mal shares her journey from a turbulent childhood in Worcester, Massachusetts, to becoming a first-generation college graduate and a leader in the financial services industry. Her memoir, Raising Wrenns, intertwines personal history with the resilience of the wren—a bird as tough and adaptable as her family. Mal recounts the challenges of growing up in Worcester’s Main South neighborhood, the loss of her father to violence, and her brother’s tragic suicide. She reflects on the power of reclaiming her past and the healing process of writing her story. Join us for an inspiring conversation about survival, family bonds, and finding beauty in hardship. Support the show Aspire is produced by BenHudakProductions.com

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Aspire - The I Have the Right To Podcast, host and Co-Founder of I Have the Right to, Alex Prout, speaks with Board Director of I Have the Right To, Steve Peacock. Steve is a father, financial industry professional, and advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. He shares his deeply personal journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse, the decades-long silence that followed, and the pivotal moment when he found the courage to speak out. Through a chance encounter on LinkedIn, Steve discovered Alex’s advocacy work and reached out, sparking a friendship that would change both their lives. Together, they discuss the profound impact of trauma, the societal expectations of masculinity, and the challenges survivors face in reclaiming their voices. This conversation is a testament to the power of connection, resilience, and the urgent need to change the narrative around sexual abuse and survivor support. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt dialogue that sheds light on healing, empowerment, and the fight for a world where every survivor is heard and believed. Support the show Aspire is produced by BenHudakProductions.com

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful second episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, host Katie M. Shipp, Executive Director of the nonprofit I Have the Right To, is joined once again by co-hosts and co-founders Susan and Alex Prout. Together, they dive deeper into the topics introduced in the first episode, addressing the harmful concept of the "perfect victim" and the ongoing struggle for justice and support for survivors of sexual assault. The conversation explores the devastating impact of institutional betrayal, as seen in the case of Chessy, a survivor of sexual assault at St. Paul's School, and how the institution's failure to support victims perpetuates a culture of silence and denial. Alex and Susan share their personal experiences with betrayal from within their community, and how this led them to create a space of healing, support, and advocacy through their nonprofit. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the importance of validation for survivors and the need for societal change in addressing sexual violence, focusing not on the behavior of victims, but on the perpetrators and the systems that protect them. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on how we can all be part of the solution, creating safer environments and a culture of respect and consent. Support the show Aspire is produced by BenHudakProductions.com
The podcast currently has 85 episodes available.