Randi's House of Angels (RHOA) Podcast

Season 3 Recap Show

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:00:49 +0000

Season 3, Episode 5:

Season 3 Recap Show

Release Date: October 13, 2025 Content Areas: On the final episode of Season 3 of the Randi’s House of Angels Podcast, Nancy Chavez, Sherry Peters, Dr. Ellen Smith, and Paul Miller recap the most memorable aspects of the podcast this season. Additionally, the group provides guidance and recommendations on how the domestic violence field can move forward from this point and looks forward to Season 4.

Facilitators: Nancy Chavez, Sherry Peters, Dr. Ellen Smith, and Paul Miller

Guest: Bill Keim

Resources / Publications:

https://randishouseofangels.org/ Would you like to be featured on Season 4 of the Randi’s House of Angels Podcast? Reach out to info@randishouseofangels.org for more information.

Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Trauma-Informed Juvenile Probation: An Evolving Approach and Breaking the Cycle for Youth

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:00:43 +0000

Season 3, Episode 4:

Trauma-Informed Juvenile Probation: An Evolving Approach and Breaking the Cycle for Youth

Release Date: September 29, 2025 Content Areas: Today, we are discussing how trauma-informed care is reshaping probation practices & why, as well as how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including exposure to intimate partner violence (IPV), impact youth in the system. We will look at the link between teen dating violence (TDV) and juvenile justice involvement. Additionally, we will discuss how family involvement impacts youth outcomes within the system. The role of healthy relationships in preventing delinquency and resources for families navigating the system are also discussed.

Facilitator: Sherry Peters

Guest: Bill Keim

Resources / Publications:

The Child Health and Development Institute: Child Trauma Screen – https://www.chdi.org/our-work/evidence-based-practices/screening/child-trauma-screen Motivational Interviewing for Probation Officers: Tipping the Balance Toward Change – Scholarly Article – https://www.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/70_1_5_0.pdf

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Influence of Pop Culture on Domestic Violence

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:00:45 +0000

Season 3, Episode 3:

Influence of Pop Culture on Domestic Violence: Harmful Tropes and Changing Narratives

Release Date: September 15, 2025 Content Areas: Today, we are discussing how domestic violence is portrayed in movies, TV shows, and music, and its impact on public perceptions and the normalization of abusive behaviors in relationships through common media tropes. The role of celebrities and influencers in shaping awareness or perpetuating misconceptions about domestic violence will also be discussed. We will examine examples of media that have either positively or negatively influenced conversations surrounding abuse, while also examining the power of pop culture and media in raising awareness and reducing the stigma surrounding domestic violence. Recent films, shows, and public figures have leveraged their platforms to highlight the issue and support survivors. Additionally, explore the role of music, art, and storytelling in healing and empowering survivors.

Facilitator: Sherry Peters

Guest: Dr. Misty L. Knight

Resources / Publications:

Music referenced in this podcast: Eminem – Love The Way You Lie ft. Rihanna – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uelHwf8o7_U Olivia Rodrigo – Vampire – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlPNh_PBZb4 Love & Respect Campaign – http://www.love-and-respect.org/site/

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Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Domestic Violence Situations

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 13:00:13 +0000

Season 3, Episode 2:

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Domestic Violence Situations

Release Date: September 1, 2025 Content Areas: Today, we are discussing the stigma surrounding mental health and how it can prevent victims from seeking help, and how domestic violence impacts the mental health of survivors, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety. We will look at the role of mental health professionals in identifying and supporting victims and the need for greater awareness and education among law enforcement, healthcare providers, and social workers. Trauma-informed approaches to therapy and recovery for survivors. Identifying the strategies to promote mental wellness in survivors and prevent further trauma, as well as how supportive communities and networks can foster healing for both victims and their families, and approaches to therapy and recovery for survivors.

Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith

Guest: Toni Shearer

Resources / Publications:

Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties – https://dvscp.org/ Amend Program – https://dvscp.org/amend

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Examining the Role of Law Enforcement in Domestic Violence Situations

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:00:14 +0000

Season 3, Episode 1:

Examining the Role of Law Enforcement in Domestic Violence Situations: Challenges, Responsibilities, and Best Practices

Release Date: August 18, 2025 Content Areas: How officers handle these often high-stakes situations, the challenges they face in protecting victims while ensuring due process, Lethality Assessment Protocol, the importance of trauma-informed responses, collaboration with social services and advocacy organizations, training and resources that officers need to handle domestic violence incidents effectively.

Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith

Guest: Detective Dannelle Owens

Resources / Publications:Lethality Assessment Protocol – Information from the National Sexual Violence Resource Center – https://www.nsvrc.org/sarts/toolkit/5-7Children’s Advocacy Centers of Pennsylvania – https://penncac.org/

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Exploring How Cultural Traditions Impact Domestic Violence

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 13:00:53 +0000

Season 2, Episode 6:

Exploring How Cultural Traditions Impact Domestic Violence

Release Date: October 7, 2024

Content Areas: Introduce the topic of cultural perspectives on intimate partner violence (IPV), cultural norms and expectations, stigma and silence, and breaking the cycle. Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith Guest: Dr. Samuel Benbow Today, we are discussing the importance of understanding the intersection of love, tradition, and the complexities of IPV and how cultural norms and expectations shape attitudes toward relationships and affect power dynamics within intimate partnerships. We will discuss the impact on children and what occurs in the home and approaches to prevention that take cultural factors into account, including education and awareness tailored to specific communities. Dr. Samuel R. Benbow is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work and Gerontology at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania. He worked several years in the mental health field in roles such as intensive case manager, intensive and resource case management supervisor, behavioral specialist consultant, mobile therapist, and director of residential treatment facilities prior to his tenure as a full-time tenured track faculty member at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania in 1998. Resources: “The Persistence of African-American Students from Three Predominantly White Universities: A Case Study of the Summer Residential Pre-College Experience Program within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.” More than Icebreakers: Teaching social work students how to effectively use activity in the group.” Group Work: Honoring our Roots Nurturing our Growth. Proceedings of the 31st Annual International Symposium of the Association for the Advancement of Social Work with Groups in Chicago, IL. Intimate Partner Violence and Barriers to Help-Seeking Among Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and Immigrant Women: A Qualitative Metasynthesis of Global Research https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/15248380211050590

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From Victim to Victor: The Resilience Revolution

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:00:45 +0000

Season 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 Resilience Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith Guests: Sherry Peters, Nancy Chavez Today 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/0989871703 Randi’s House of Angels website: https://randishouseofangels.org/

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More Than a Crush: Understanding Teen Dating Violence

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:00:41 +0000

Season 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 Education Facilitator: Sherry Peters Guest: Ann Gerras Today, 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.html Love Doesn’t Hurt: https://lovedoesnthurt901.com/

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When Love is Love and Violence is Not: How to Navigate Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ Relationships

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 13:00:15 +0000

Season 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 Help Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith Guest: Dr. Jayleen Galarza, Shippensburg University Dr. 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/

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What is the relationship between Domestic Violence and Pet Abuse?

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 13:00:54 +0000

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 Policies Facilitator: Sherry Peters Guest: Dr. Cassandra Reyes Cassandra 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.xml Served 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).

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Silent Epidemic: Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Homelessness

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:00:34 +0000

Season 2, Episode 1:

Silent Epidemic: Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Homelessness Content: Intersectionality and Vulnerability, Barriers to Seeking Help, Trauma-Informed Care, Innovative Solutions Facilitator: Sherry Peters Guest: Rhonda Hendrickson Rhonda 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.pdf YWCA Greater Harrisburg https://www.ywcahbg.org/ 717-234-7931

info@ywcahbg.org

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Wrap Up and Take Aways Podcasts

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:00:59 +0000

Season 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/

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What is the impact of IPV on Children?

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:00:19 +0000

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/

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Do people successfully leave their abuser?

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:00:43 +0000

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 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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How can I support someone who is in an unhealthy relationship?

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 08 Jan 2024 13:00:03 +0000

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.

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Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships. (Part 2)

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 13:00:15 +0000

Season 1, Episode 4:

Why didn’t they leave?

Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships.

(Part 2) Release Date: December 11, 2023

Content:

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.

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Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships (Part 1)

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:00:03 +0000

Season 1, Episode 4:

Why didn’t they leave?

Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships

(Part 1) Release Date: November 27, 2023

Content:

Why don’t victims of domestic violence leave relationships? What do assailants do to keep them from leaving? What did you experience? What triggered you to leave? What did Diane learn about her sister after she was killed? What answers did she want to know?

Diane will tell her story about the impact of the murder on her family. How so many feelings and discussions took place afterwards to find anything that might have led to Sue’s murder. In the midst of helping to manage the estate, so much was found that gave some insight to why her sister was brutally murdered by her husband. The questions still linger as to why Sue did not leave her abuser.

Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith

Guests: Nancy Chavez (Domestic Violence Victim and Survivor) and Dianne McMillen (Family Survivor of Domestic Violent Victim)

Resources:

Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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Am I being abused? Exploring the different types of abuse in relationships

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 13:00:06 +0000

Season 1, Episode 3:

Am I being abused?

Exploring the different types of abuse in relationships

Release Date: November 13, 2023

Content:

What is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), what is abuse, Physical, sexual, psychological/emotional, financial, cultural, social, spiritual, verbal, cycle of violence/power and control wheel, IPV resources.

Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith

Guests: Stephanie Spurgeon, Direct Services Supervisor at Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry

Resources:

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How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship? (Part 2)

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:00:38 +0000

Season 1, Episode 2:

How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship?

(Part 2)

Content: Responsible parenting, shared responsibility, economic partnership, negotiation, and fairness

Facilitator: Sherry Peters

Guests: Sahara McGrath, Coordinator of the Shippensburg University PAGE Center & Emily Ott, Public Education Coordinator at Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties.

Resources:

2. Shippensburg University’s Pride & Gender Equity (PAGE) Center offers a focal point for all university community members who support the wellbeing of gender-based violence survivors, LGBTQ+ students, women, LGBTQ+ men, and agender students. https://www.ship.edu/life/resources/page/

3. Equality and Power and Control Wheels – The wheel serves as a diagram of tactics that an abusive partner uses to keep their victim in a relationship.

https://www.theduluthmodel.org/wheels/

https://www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/power-and-control/

Download a PDF version of the Power and Control Wheels

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How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship? (Part 1)

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:00:19 +0000

Season 1, Episode 2:

How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship?

(Part 1)

Content: Non-threatening behavior, respect, trust and support, honesty and accountability.

Facilitator: Sherry Peters

Guests – Sahara McGrath, Coordinator of the Shippensburg University (SU) PAGE Center & Emily Ott, Public Education Coordinator at Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties

Resources:

3. Equality and Power and Control Wheels – The wheel serves as a diagram of tactics that an abusive partner uses to keep their victim in a relationship.

https://www.theduluthmodel.org/wheels/

https://www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/power-and-control/

Download a PDF version of the Power and Control Wheels

Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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Introduction to the Podcast

Randi's House of Angels — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:44 +0000

Season 1, Episode 1:

Introduction to the Podcast

Content: Who is Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA)? Why was RHOA created? This podcast shares the past experiences of Executive Director Nancy Chavez, including some tragic events in her life that led the creation of this foundation.

Facilitator: Sherry Peters

Guests: Nancy Chavez, Founder and Executive Director of Randi’s House of Angels

Resources:

Randi’s House of Angels overview video: https://vimeo.com/user29005187/review/449381644/bff5de0358 Randi’s House of Angels website: https://www.randishouseofangels.com

Music in this episode is: “Adding the Sun” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

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