Outspoken: A Podcast for Social Change

Healthy Breakups

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. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast. 
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  
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Instagram:  stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter 
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode. 

Your Communities and Groups: Exploring Healthy, Unhealthy or Abusive Dynamics

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. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast. 
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. 

Candid Conversations: Consent Where Have You Been Loca?

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.  
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#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  

Summer Media 2025

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. 

Empowering Youth

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. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast. 
#EmpowerYouth #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC 
 
Resources 
Stop The Hurt  
Love is Respect 
Safe Bae  
Right to Be  
The Trevor Project  
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  
 
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Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC 

Movie Series: It Ends With Us

Join us on the latest episode of Outspoken as our educators discuss the film, Its Ends with Us. This film has sparked lots of conversations about Domestic Violence and we wanted to take the opportunity to unpack some of the themes that were brought up, how media often depicts abuse, and ways to support survivors. 
Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast. 
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.
#DVAM #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC #ItEndsWithUs #DomesticViolence 
 
Resources 
Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/  
Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/ 
National Domestic Violence Hotline www.thehotline.org 
HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP) 
HCWC’s 2024 Domestic Violence Take Action! Toolkit: https://stopthehurt.org/download-our-2024-domestic-violence-awareness-month-toolkit/ 
Link to ‘9 Ways to be Accountable When You’ve Been Abusive’ article by Kai Cheng Thom: https://transformharm.org/ca_resource/9-ways-to-be-accountable-when-youve-been-abusive/ 
Adult Safety Plan: https://stopthehurt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-DVAM-Safety-Plan.pdf  
Youth Safety Plan: https://stopthehurt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Youth-Safety-Plan.pdf  
 
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: @hcwcenter 

LGBTQIA Relationships

On this episode of Outspoken, our hosts discuss LGBTQIA relationships, and specific ways they can be healthy and unhealthy. They also explore what it means to support LGBTQIA youth and be better bystanders, so we are all safe in our communities – no matter who you love or how you identify. 
Resources:  
LGBTQIA Relationships: https://stopthehurt.org/lgbtq-relationships/ 
Supporting LGBTQIA Youth: https://stopthehurt.org/providing-support-to-a-vulnerable-population/ 
Dating in the Closet: https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/dating-in-the-closet/ 
Supporting Your Partner Through Transition: https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/supporting-your-partner-through-transition/ 
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  
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Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC 

Preventing Child Abuse: Interview with Child Advocacy Center Director

Megan and Kirsten interview HCWC’s Child Advocacy Center Director, Ashley. They discuss misconceptions and myths around child abuse, and what parents and caregivers can do to keep kids safe. 
Resources:  
Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Toolkit:  
Article on Preventing Child Abuse:  
Why Children may not Disclose: https://stopthehurt.org/why-children-may-not-disclose-abuse/ 
When Child Discloses: https://stopthehurt.org/when-a-child-says-metoo/ 
Mandating Reporting: https://stopthehurt.org/mandated-reporting/ 
Helping Children Process Trauma: https://stopthehurt.org/helping-children-process-trauma/ 
 If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at www.hcwc.org/resources   
Follow us on social media!  
Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC and @hcwcenter 

Emotional Abuse in Relationships

In this episode our hosts discuss emotional abuse. What is it? What is gaslighting? How does emotional abuse relate to boundaries? It’s important to remember that abuse is not just physical. 
Resources: 
https://stopthehurt.org/shining-a-light-on-emotional-manipulation/  
For more information on emotional abuse visit, https://stopthehurt.org/emotional-abuse-not-all-abuse-leaves-bruises/  
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  
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Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC  
Twitter & Facebook: StopTheHurtHCWC 

Episode Rewind: Self-Love, Boundaries, & The Holidays

Join us for this episode rewind as Kiara, Kirsten, Megan, and Claudia discuss showing yourself love during the holidays through self-care, self-affirmations, and a lot of boundary work. #Boundaries #SelfLove #SelfCare #Outspoken #NewPodcastAlert #SocialChange #BeOutspoken  Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.