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This episode discusses the modern-day witch hunt, specifically the trials and tribulations that survivors go through after experiencing sexual violence. Additionally, we dive deeper into the power of stigma and silence.

References

Documentary: The Salem Witch Trials

Caliban and the Witch by Silvia Federici

NSRVC

RAINN

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Please see the following trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual violence. Please take care of yourself when listening. See the description below for more detailed information.

This episode discusses how to identify and manage triggers in intimacy, common triggers in survivors, and how allies can support their partners with their triggers.

References

The Body Keeps the Score - Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk

NIMH

What are triggers?

Trigger Worksheet

Gottman Institute

Brene Brown: The Power of Vulnerability

Healing Sex: A Mind-Body Approach to Healing Sexual Trauma - Staci Haines

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Please see the following trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual violence. Please take care of yourself when listening. See the description below for more detailed information.

This episode discusses the ins and outs of trauma-informed therapy. Join us in the discussion with special guest, Rylee Wienhold MSW, LCSWA as we talk about the different types of trauma and therapy, our own experiences, and what the field of trauma-informed therapy will look like in the future.

References (in order)

https://www.apa.org/topics/trauma

https://www.dictionary.com/browse/trauma

https://faculty.utk.edu/Ragan.Schriver

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJqc-7iWjaA

https://cctasi.northwestern.edu/trauma-focused-therapy/#:~:text=Everyone%20needs%20somewhere%20they%20feel,%2C%20and%20spiritual%20well%2Dbeing

https://traumainformedoregon.org/resources/new-to-trauma-informed-care/trauma-informed-care-principles/

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22641-emdr-therapy

https://traumahealing.org/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/trauma-focused-cognitive-behavior-therapy

https://www.routledge.com/blog/article/8-key-types-of-trauma-therapy?srsltid=AfmBOorIwcMc7A0WTIX71tjbuY5rC9yhJEWTXF8hTpWKqZvN6hImWZdc

https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/treatments/cognitive-processing-therapy

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand_tx/cognitive_processing.asp

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6650780/

https://reliefmh.com/blog/emerging-therapies-for-ptsd-trauma-what-you-need-to-know/#:~:text=Virtual%20Reality%20Exposure%20Therapy%20(VRET,desensitize%20you%20to%20the%20trauma

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This episode discusses the intersection of sexual violence and athletics. We discuss specific case studies, systemic failures, institutional enablement, the pros and cons of media coverage, the tolls on survivors, and what moving forward should look like.

References

Jerry Sandusky Case

Rick Butler Case

Baylor University Case

US Center for SafeSport

Positive Coaching Alliance

The Army of Survivors

Unsportsmanlike Conduct: College Football and the Politics of Rape by Jessica Luther

The Hunting Ground

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Please see the following trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual violence. Please take care of yourself when listening. See the description below for more detailed information.

This episode discusses the influence of pornography on sexual violence. We discuss the roles of pornography in modern society, case studies on the connection between pornography and sexual violence, and the importance of sex education and consent.

References

A Billion Wicked Thoughts: What the Internet Tells Us About Sexual Relationships

Aggression and Sexual Behavior in Best-Selling Pornography Videos: A Content Analysis Update

A Meta-Analysis of Pornography Consumption and Actual Acts of Sexual Aggression in General Population Studies

Nathan Matthews Case

Exposure to Pornography and Adolescent Sexual Behavior: Systematic Review

Exposure to Pornography and Acceptance of Rape Myths

Rape Case Unfolds on Web and Splits City

Why and How to Talk to Your Kids about Pornography

Exposure to sexually explicit media in early adolescence is related to risky sexual behavior in emerging adulthood

Ontario government releases new sex-ed curriculum

"Hot Girls Wanted" (2015)

"Pornland: How Porn Has Hijacked Our Sexuality" by Gail Dines

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This episode discusses the People v. Nassar case, the former USA Gymnastics doctor who pled guilty to seven counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. We review his background, the extent of his crimes, the survivors who brought him to justice, and the policy changes that followed surrounding sexual abuse in sports.

References

USA Today article on Nassar's career and background

The New York Times interviews with former colleagues and gymnasts

The Guardian victim testimonies and early reports

The Indianapolis Star investigative reports

CNN coverage of Nassar's trial and sentencing

BBC detailed timeline and case proceedings

ABC News on USA Gymnastics reforms

SafeSport Authorization Act details

"What Is a Girl Worth?" by Rachael Denhollander

"The Girls: An All-American Town, a Predatory Doctor, and the Untold Story of the Gymnasts Who Brought Him Down" by Abigail Pesta

"At the Heart of Gold: Inside the USA Gymnastics Scandal"

"Athlete A"

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This episode discusses trauma-informed parenting, specifically what it is, how trauma impacts parenting, strategies for trauma-informed parenting, real-life applications, and resources.

References

SAMHSA’s Concept of Trauma and Guidance for a Trauma-Informed Approach

Biology of Trauma

Unresolved trauma in mothers: intergenerational effects and the role of reorganization

Child Trauma Academy

Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot

Resilience: The Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope

The Connected Child: Bring hope and healing to your adoptive family

ACEs

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Please see the following trigger warning: This episode discusses sexual violence. Please take care of yourself when listening. See the description below for more detailed information.

This episode discusses generational trauma, specifically what it is, and how it pertains to survivors of sexual violence.

Referenced Episodes

What We Have Learned

Male Survivors

Biology of Trauma

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