Outspoken: A Podcast for Social Change

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  
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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:  
Tough Guise 
Tough Guise 2 
The Mask You Live In 
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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. 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  
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. 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. 

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. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast. 
#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 
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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. 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  
 
Follow us on social media!  
Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC 

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 

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  
Follow us on social media!  
Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC