Reframing our Stories: The Podcast

Episode 79: Why the Language Around Rape Matters: Danielle Tumminio Hansen


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In this timely episode relating to conversations in the United States, Kara speaks with Danielle Tumminio Hansen, author of Speaking of Rape: The Limits of Language in Sexual Violence


RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization) notes that every 68 seconds an American is sexually assaulted. Kara and Danielle speak to their experiences around sexual assault and how it looked different from what they had learned, leading to confusion for both of them. In their conversation, Danielle explains how her book spells out why there is confusion on what constitutes sexual violence and how this continues to harm us. 


Danielle Tumminio Hansen is an Associate Professor of Practical Theology and Spiritual Care at Emory University. She's the author of several books, and her articles have been featured on national and international news outlets, including CNN and The Guardian. She's also an ordained Episcopal priest.

www.danielletumminiohansen.com
www.instagram.com/drdanielleethansen
www.facebook.com/danielle.tumminio
www.rainn.org


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