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Randi's House of Angels (RHOA) Podcast episodes
- From Victim to Victor: The Resilience RevolutionSeason 2, Episode 5:From Victim to Victor: The Resilience Revolution
Release Date: September 23, 2024
Content Areas: Defining Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Support Systems, Tools for ResilienceFacilitator: Dr. Ellen SmithGuests: Sherry Peters, Nancy ChavezToday we will be defining what resilience means in the context of intimate partner violence and sharing stories from survivors/victims who have transitioned from being victims of intimate partner violence to victors through resilience. We will explore the challenges survivors faced and how they navigated them on the path to resilience, the role of self-discovery in overcoming trauma and sharing coping strategies survivors used during and after the experience of intimate partner violence.We will explore the significance of community support, including friends, family, and support groups, in fostering resilience and how victims turn their pain into empowerment and advocacy. Finally, we will share the role of professional help, therapy, counseling, tools, and resources to assist survivors/victims in their journey.Resources:Stabbed in the Heart – Nancy’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Stabbed-Heart-Murdered-Children-Resilient/dp/0989871703Randi’s House of Angels website: https://randishouseofangels.org/Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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35 min - More Than a Crush: Understanding Teen Dating ViolenceSeason 2, Episode 4:More Than a Crush:Understanding Teen Dating Violence
Release Date: September 9, 2024
Content Areas: Recognizing Warning Signs: Red Flags, Factors Contributing to Teen Dating Violence, Prevention and EducationFacilitator: Sherry PetersGuest: Ann GerrasToday, we will explore the various forms of teen dating violence, including physical, emotional, verbal, and digital abuse, and highlight positive and healthy relationship examples. We will discuss how technology and social media (both in-person and online interactions) impact teen dating violence, including cyberbullying, harassment, and controlling behaviors online. Explore how media and peer influence shape attitudes toward relationships and influence behaviors among teens. Finally, discuss common warning signs of abusive behavior in teen relationships.Ann Gerras is a seasoned counselor with almost two decades of experience as a school counselor and educational leader. She currently delivers the Randi House of Angels curriculum, designed to break the cycle of domestic violence, to boys in 5th through 8th grades at the Nativity School in Harrisburg. Two years ago, Ann was credentialed as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and works with a family of 6 children to help navigate the foster care system. Certified in Safe Crisis Management for over 10 years, Ann was also a seasoned Trainer for the Family Support Alliance and taught the program, “Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse” to school educators. Her extensive qualifications include certifications in the Student Assistance Program, Trauma Informed Educational Practices, Mental Health First Aid, and more. Ann has a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Penn State and also holds a Principal Certification from Shippensburg University.Resources:Dating Matters – Intimate Partner Violence: https://www.cdc.gov/intimate-partner-violence/php/datingmatters/index.htmlLove Doesn’t Hurt: https://lovedoesnthurt901.com/Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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37 min - When Love is Love and Violence is Not: How to Navigate Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ RelationshipsSeason 2, Episode 3:When Love is Love and Violence is Not:How to Navigate Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ Relationships
Release Date: August 26, 2024
Content Areas: Understanding the Unique Challenges: Intersectionality in LGBTQ+ IPV, Stereotypes and Stigma, Barriers to Seeking HelpFacilitator: Dr. Ellen SmithGuest: Dr. Jayleen Galarza, Shippensburg UniversityDr. Jayleen Galarza Patterson (Dr. Jay; they/them) is a Latinx scholar-activist, a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania, and an Associate Professor within the Social Work & Gerontology department at Shippensburg University. They are also an AASECT certified sex therapist. They completed their PhD in Human Sexuality at Widener University with a focus on exploring the intersections of queer and Latina identities and experiences.In addition to their academic and clinical work, Dr. Jay is involved in various national and local service initiatives focused on advocating for sexuality social justice and increasing inclusivity and equity, centering the experiences of marginalized racial, sexual, and gender-diverse communities.Resources:Sexuality Social Justice, an open-access educational resource: https://pressbooks.pub/sexualitysocialjustice/Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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37 min - What is the relationship between Domestic Violence and Pet Abuse?Season 2, Episode 2:What is the relationship between Domestic Violence and Pet Abuse?
Release Date: August 12, 2024
Content Areas: Link Between Pet Abuse and IPV, Impact on Victims and Pets, Support for Pet-Owning Victims, Legislation and PoliciesFacilitator: Sherry PetersGuest: Dr. Cassandra ReyesCassandra L. Reyes, PhD, is an associate professor of criminal justice at West Chester University (WCU). Prior to becoming a professor at WCU in 2009, she worked as a New Jersey State Senior, Bilingual Parole Officer and Probation officer, and Indiana County (IPA) Jail Correctional Officer, for over 13 years. She currently holds positions in several organizations, including the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) Humane Policy Volunteer Leader, NJ Fraternal Order of Police Bicentennial Lodge #76 Vice President, Keystone Link Coalition University Stakeholder, Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties Faculty-at-Large Member, and Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Trustee. During her undergraduate studies at IUP, she worked at the Alice Paul House DV volunteer, and as a probation officer, she worked in the DV unit at the Hall of Justice in Camden, NJ.Resources:Resources/Publications Three editions of the book, Animal Cruelty: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Understanding (https://cap-press.com/books/isbn/9781531022327/Animal-Cruelty-Third-Edition)Book chapters in the three Animal Cruelty editions and the recently published “Animals as Crime Victims ” (https://www.elgaronline.com/edcollbook/book/9781802209884/9781802209884.xmlServed as an expert in the Sage Video entitled, “Animal Cruelty and Criminality” as a part of the publisher’s Criminology & Criminal Justice video collection (https://players.brightcove.net/3764097123001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6333133299112).Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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33 min - Silent Epidemic: Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and HomelessnessSeason 2, Episode 1:Silent Epidemic: Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and HomelessnessContent: Intersectionality and Vulnerability, Barriers to Seeking Help, Trauma-Informed Care, Innovative SolutionsFacilitator: Sherry PetersGuest: Rhonda HendricksonRhonda Hendrickson is a graduate of Public Affairs at Penn State University and Elizabethtown College’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Currently is the Chief Operating Officer at the YWCA Greater Harrisburg and is an Adjunct Instructor at Penn State Harrisburg teaching Homeland Security. With more than 24 years of expertise in public health issues, Rhonda provides program management expertise in issues related to domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and organizational leadership. She has served in leadership roles at the YWCA of Greater Harrisburg, supporting Violence Intervention & Prevention Services. Ms. Hendrickson speaks at the local, state, and national issues on issues related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.Resources:Statistics: https://staging.nnedv.org/wp-content/uploads/mdocs/THousing_Handout_Domestic-violence-housing-and-homelessness.pdfYWCA Greater Harrisburghttps://www.ywcahbg.org/717-234-7931
Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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35 min - Wrap Up and Take Aways PodcastsSeason 1, Episode 8:Wrap Up and Take Aways from Season 1 Podcast Episodes
Published: February 19, 2024
Content: Hosts of the podcast recap their favorite moments during season one, including red flags of domestic violence, positive take-aways, and services that victims can utilize.
Guests: Dr. Ellen Smith, Sherry Peters, Nancy Chavez
Resources:National Resource Center on Domestic Violence:https://nrcdv.org/Randi’s House of Angels: https://randishouseofangels.org/Feedback:
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35 min - What is the impact of IPV on Children?Season 1, Episode 7:What is the impact of IPV on Children?
Published: February 5, 2024
Content: The impact of domestic violence regarding age, long-term, relationships – mother, father, siblings, future intimate partner, etc.
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests: William Kellibrew IV
William Kellibrew IV is a global advocate for civil, human, women, children, and victims’ rights. He is a sought-after speaker on trauma-informed care, violence prevention, and strategic planning. At age 10, William witnessed the murders of his mother, Jacqueline and 12-year-old brother, Tony, in their family living room in 1984, by his mom’s ex-boyfriend. The killer took his own life that day, but not before making William beg for his life at gunpoint. In this podcast, William shares his personal and professional journey of healing and resiliency. From experiencing multiple childhood traumas including domestic violence and childhood trauma, William has emerged as a global advocate and authority on addressing violence and trauma throughout multiple systems and settings.
Resources:
Information about Mr. Kellibrew: https://www.childresource.org/william-kellibrew-iv
His book “Resilient Rose”: https://resilientrosememoir.com/Feedback:
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38 min - Do people successfully leave their abuser?
Season 1, Episode 6:
Do people successfully leave their abuser?Do abusers become able to have healthy relationships?Published: January 22, 2024
Content: Queen Afi Gaston will discuss how victims continue to repeat the cycle of domestic violence. Including a candid account of a survivor’s story and her experience in being victimized and becoming the abuser. Her experience will give you a perspective on how victims migrate through the different stages of surviving and are challenged to “break the cycle” of domestic violence.
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: Queen Afi Gaston
Queen Afi is an accomplished moderator for community and ministry events, a renowned blogger, and a motivational speaker on social issues of domestic violence and mental health. She is the host of two educational internet-based talk shows, The Abusers’ Side Education and The Brokenness to Boldness Survivor Stories; and has interviewed over one hundred survivors’ victims and abusers combined (male, female, and youth).
Resources:
Domestic Violence Wears Many Tags website: https://dvwmtsorg.godaddysites.com
DVWMT & Queen Afi Videos:
https://youtu.be/TT_5ZVBPEGg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uC65pKKhWig
Queen Afi Quotes: “Don’t approach the apparent problem as the problem; approach the problem as the logical solution.” and “I am keen enough to genuinely know that emotional trauma doesn’t forgive unapologetically. Trauma breeds apologies.”Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Feedback:
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38 min - How can I support someone who is in an unhealthy relationship?Season 1, Episode 5:How can I support someone who is in an unhealthy relationship?
Release Date: January 8, 2024
Content:
Today we are discussing ways to support and empower the target of the abuse (e.g., consistently validate the person’s feelings, point out their strengths and accomplishments, support targets of abuse to believe in themselves, show empathy), be there and connect, and keep reflecting back to the abused person all of the positive qualities you see in them, keep believing that they will get free, ask how you can help, and providing Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) resources
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: Toni Shearer
Toni is a Licensed Professional Counselor in PA who is specialized in sexual and family violence and trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. She is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional and Certified Family Trauma Professional.
Resources:
The Center for Hope and Healing is a trauma informed counseling practice that is specialized and designed to treat children and adults who have become imbalanced from traumatic responses to distressing and/or life-threatening event(s) either directly or indirectly, in any facet of functioning and living. The Center offers hope and healing to children, adolescents, adults and their families. https://centerforhopeandhealing.org.
Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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34 min - Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships. (Part 2)Season 1, Episode 4:Why didn’t they leave?Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships.
(Part 2)
Release Date: December 11, 2023Content:
Why don’t victims of domestic violence leave relationships? What do assailants do to keep them from leaving?
Barbara Roddin, wife, mother of three children and a grandmother. She will share her experience as a domestic abuse survivor. She will share how she became a widow at 30 years old. Her marriage of 16 years to an abuser; the ongoing harassment and stalking, filing a PFA, taking part in several court hearings over child custody, child support, and the mental abuse of her children.
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: Barb Roddin (Domestic Violence Victim) and Nancy Chavez (Domestic Violence Victim and Survivor)
Resources:
1. DVSCPC offers services including an emergency shelter, a 24-hour hotline that you can call or text at 1-800-852-2102, individual and group counseling, protection from abuse (PFA) orders, medical and legal accompaniment, and children’s programs, among other resources. Their website can be found at http://dvscp.org.
Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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About Randi's House of Angels (RHOA) Podcast
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Recovery, Healing, Outreach, Awareness: A Podcast About Domestic Violence
Domestic or intimate partner violence is a complex and silent epidemic that affects millions of people worldwide.
To respond to the overwhelming issues associated with domestic violence, Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA) has produced a series of podcasts that will bring this epidemic to the forefront of public consciousness and break the silence that often shrouds it.
By creating a dedicated platform, RHOA hopes to create a safe space for survivors, advocates and experts to share their stories, insights and knowledge. A series of topics will be discussed that can offer vital support and resources to victims and survivors, helping them realize that they are not alone and that there is help available.
It can also serve as a catalyst for raising awareness and fostering necessary conversations within families, communities and institutions to empower individuals, foster empathy, and inspire collective action towards eradicating domestic violence while creating a safer, more compassionate society.
We invite you to access these podcasts here.