Outspoken: A Podcast for Social Change

Our definition of community has changed over the last few years, especially in this post-COVID world. In this episode, Kera, Megan, and Lilian discuss what it means to be a villager, how to balance community and self-care, and how to build a community culture of care and respect.  

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. 

Summerween: Obsession Film Review 

In honor of Summerween, join Lilian, Ely, and a special guest, as they discuss the underdog horror film that went viral, Obsession. Along with our hot, lukewarm, and maybe even cold takes, we will discuss how the themes in this film show up in the work we do and the very real lived nightmare of surviving sexual violence.  Content warning for discussions of animal death, sexual assault, relationship abuse, murder, and suicide. Spoiler warning for the movie Obsession (2026).  

Resources 

Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/  

HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP) 

For free virtual bystander intervention trainings visit 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  

Follow us on social media!   

Instagram:  @stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter 

If you are looking to continue Summerween on your own or with friends, here are some survivor empowerment/revenge movies that you may want to check out: 

Disclaimer: The following films are not necessarily trauma informed or all age appropriate and may contain upsetting content outside of survivorship experiences. Please watch with care.  

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. 

Summer is in full swing! Beach trips, river floats, pool parties, and more - as the temperature climbs societal pressures can too. On this episode, Educators share affirmations and discuss self-compassion & our bodies as a reminder to be kind to yourself this summer.   

Resources 

Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/  

HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP) 

For free virtual bystander intervention trainings visit 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  

Follow us on social media!   

Instagram:  stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter 

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.  

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:  

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. 

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. 

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. 

#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. 

#EmpowerYouth #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC 

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 

Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org  

Follow us on social media!  

Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC