🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence.

In this powerful and emotionally charged episode of the Boxes Podcast, we confront a difficult but necessary topic—sexual violence against women—and explore how rage, when acknowledged and channeled, can become a force for healing, advocacy, and change.

Host Heather Evans opens with sobering statistics and a vulnerable conversation about her song “Rage”, a piece born from the fire of injustice and pain. Rage, she shares, isn’t always destructive—it can be the spark that compels us to act.

Later in the episode, we welcome Nicole Bromley—speaker, author, survivor, and founder of OneVOICE—for an inspiring dialogue about reclaiming your story, transforming trauma into purpose, and using your voice to speak out and stand up for others. Nicole shares how she turned her own rage and heartbreak into a life of advocacy and hope for survivors across the world.

📝 Show Notes & Resources:

• www.OneVOICE.org
• Hush (Book by Nicole Bromley)
• Breathe (Book by Nicole Bromley)
• SOAR Workbook
• Survivor Community: Unleash
• OneVOICE Podcast
• Follow Nicole: @nicole_bromley

💬 Whether you're a survivor, a supporter, or someone learning how to make a difference—this episode invites you to unpack the emotion of rage and reframe it as a catalyst for justice, healing, and impact.

Mini Episode – Poetry Break: Unladylike

In this mini Poetry Break, we explore the raw power of rage in a culture that demands women stay quiet and composed. "Unladylike" is a visceral spoken word piece about the pressure to suppress anger in the name of femininity—and the liberation that comes when we let it rise. What if rage isn’t something to fear, but something to use? Tune in for a short but fierce reflection on reclaiming our voices, our power, and the fire within.

In this episode, we’re unboxing Invisible Strings —and investigating the unseen forces that quietly shape our choices, silence our voices, and keep us in boxes we never asked for.

We’ll journey from the rigid 1950s housewife trope to the current far-right rhetoric creeping into our modern world, exploring how control over women has been systemically woven into everything—from education and economics to politics and power.

This episode gets historical, a little political, and deeply personal. You’ll hear the story behind my song Invisible Strings, written as a battle cry for every woman who’s been told to stay small, stay silent, and stay put. Together, we ask the question: How do we cut the ties we can’t even see?

If you’ve ever felt held back by expectations, by systems, or by the subtle messages that tell you who you’re supposed to be—this episode is for you.

David Thiele Produced Invisible Strings and crushed it!!

In this mini episode, I share Skyscraper — a poem about shedding smallness and daring to take up space. It’s an ode to speaking up, standing tall, and owning your voice without apology. If you’ve ever felt the urge to shrink yourself to fit in, this one's for you. Let’s rise together!!

Unboxing: Invisible Strings coming May 9th!

In this special episode, Heather shares a powerful piece of poetry inspired by her conference room table experience from Episode 1. She reflects on the challenge of standing up for what’s right, even when minds refuse to change. With honesty and heart, she explores the courage it takes to speak up, knowing the outcome may stay the same. We hope this episode encourages you to embrace bravery, even in the face of resistance.

The first full Boxes Episode drops Saturday, March 8th!

Join Heather Evans as she takes you on an intimate journey through her BOXES Album, unpacking the stories and emotions behind each song. With raw honesty and a passion for change, Heather also delves into the broader themes of the album, exploring how we can dismantle harmful systems like the patriarchy and find freedom in living authentically. Whether you're a music lover, a seeker of truth, or ready to break free from societal constraints, this podcast is for you. Let’s unbox the possibilities together!