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OPEN STANCE episodes
- Open Stance with guest Kim Rhodenbaugh LewallenFormer US Olympic swimmer and survivor of multiple sexual assaults and rape, shares her journey through healing and recovery and the details her incredible road to sobriety and her deep faith in God.1 hr 9 min
- Open Stance: Gavin BadgerOpen Stance, the confronting and courageous new podcast series from former tennis player and sexual assault survivor Tracey Hiete Smith, is launching the second episode – this time with legendary former Australian National Rugby League referee Gavin Badger. The July 6th launch, across audio and video platforms, is the continuation of the journey of healing and education that Tracey has been traveling since her abuse over three decades ago.In the first episode Tracey spoke with fellow Duke Alumni and three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Nancy Hogshead-Maker. In Episode Two, child sexual assault survivor Gavin opens up about his abuse and outlines key “red flags” and “grooming tactics” he experienced and of which all parents and guardians should makes themselves aware.Gavin also identifies the importance of support networks and the role sports, in particular rugby league, played in his development of his teen and early adult years. This lies at the heart of his management of the trauma of his abuse, from a physical and emotional perspective.A true champion of his chosen profession, and in the protection of vulnerable individuals, Gavin Badger shows a strength and courage that in many ways outstrips his significant on-field achievements.58 min
- Open Stance: Nancy Hogshead-MakarThree time Olympic swimming gold medalist Nancy Hogshead-Makar tells her incredible story of triumph following a brutal sexual assault as a college sophomore.1 hr 5 min
- Open Stance introductionComing Soon: My podcast series OPEN STANCE which explores the journey of many brave individuals who tell their stories of survival of sexual assault.2 min
About OPEN STANCE
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The OPEN STANCE mission aims to cultivate, build and nurture a safe, unified and connective educational platform for survivors of sexual abuse. OPEN STANCE uses the podcast platform with video to…
create a globally connected sounding board where recognized mentors from the sporting, entertainment, music and advocacy worlds, many of whom are survivors of sexual assault and abuse, are invited to open, explore, discuss, and share the raw, real and uninterrupted conversations that must be heard in an effort to: Prevent; Create Awareness; Educate on current laws, policy and legislation; Provide clinical and medical expertise and ultimately, to provide critical life-saving support resources. OPEN STANCE is vehicle to unify our voices and information to help save lives.