*** Season 2 began on July 29th with new episodes airing every other week at 9am!
Recovery, Healing, Outreach, Awareness: A Podcast About Domestic Violence
Domestic or intimate partner violence is a complex and silent epidemic that affects millions of people worldwide.
To respond to the overwhelming issues associated with domestic violence, Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA) has produced a series of podcasts that will bring this epidemic to the forefront of public consciousness and break the silence that often shrouds it.
By creating a dedicated platform, RHOA hopes to create a safe space for survivors, advocates and experts to share their stories, insights and knowledge. A series of topics will be discussed that can offer vital support and resources to victims and survivors, helping them realize that they are not alone and that there is help available.
It can also serve as a catalyst for raising awareness and fostering necessary conversations within families, communities and institutions to empower individuals, foster empathy, and inspire collective action towards eradicating domestic violence while creating a safer, more compassionate society.
We invite you to access these podcasts here, or by subscribing to one of the Podcast services below.
RHOA Podcast Season 2:
Airing now!
Season 2, Episode 1:
Silent Epidemic: Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Homelessness
Published: July 29, 2024
Content: Intersectionality and Vulnerability, Barriers to Seeking Help, Trauma-Informed Care, Innovative Solutions
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guest: Rhonda Hendrickson
Season 2, Episode 2:
What is the relationship between Domestic Violence and Pet Abuse?
Published: August 12, 2024
Content: 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
Season 2, Episode 3:
When Love is Love and Violence is Not: How to Navigate Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ Relationships
Published: August 26, 2024
Content: 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
Season 2, Episode 4:
More Than a Crush: Understanding Teen Dating Violence
Published: September 9, 2024
Content: Recognizing Warning Signs: Red Flags, Factors Contributing to Teen Dating Violence, Prevention and Education
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guest: Ann Gerras
Season 2, Episode 5:
From Victim to Victor: The Resilience Revolution
Published: September 23, 2024
Content: Defining Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Support Systems, Tools for Resilience
Guests: Sherry Peters, Nancy Chavez
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Season 2, Episode 6:
Exploring How Cultural Traditions Impact Domestic Violence
Published: October 7, 2024
Content: 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.
Guest: Dr. Samuel Benbow
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Season 2, Episode 7:
Season 2 in Review
Published: October 21, 2024
Content: On the podcast’s final episode of Season 2, Nancy Chavez, Sherry Peters, Paul Miller, and Dr. Ellen Smith reflect on the season that was. In the episode, the group takes a look back at memorable guests, crucial information in the fight against domestic violence, and share important resources for individuals who may need assistance.
Guests / Facilitators: Nancy Chavez, Sherry Peters, Dr. Ellen Smith, Paul Miller
RHOA Podcast Season 1:
Season 1, Episode 1:
Introduction to the Podcast
Published: October 2, 2023
Content: Who is Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA)? Why was RHOA created? What is the basis for producing podcasts? Why is this podcast relevant?
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests: Nancy Chavez, Founder and Executive Director of Randi’s House of Angels
Season 1, Episode 2:
How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship?
(Part 1)
Published: October 16, 2023
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
Season 1, Episode 2:
How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship?
(Part 2)
Published: October 30, 2023
Content: Responsible parenting, shared responsibility, economic partnership, negotiation, and fairness
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
Season 1, Episode 3:
Am I being abused?
Exploring the different types of abuse in relationships
Published: 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.
Season 1, Episode 4:
Why didn’t they leave?
Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships. What do abusers do to keep them from leaving?
(Part 1)
Published: November 27, 2023
Content: What did you experience? What triggered you to leave? What did you learn about your sister after she was killed? What answers did you want to know?
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: Nancy Chavez (Domestic Violence Victim and Survivor) and Dianne McMillen (Family Survivor of Domestic Violence Victim)
Season 1, Episode 4:
Why didn’t they leave?
Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships. What abusers do to keep them from leaving.
(Part 2)
Published: December 11, 2023
Content: What made you stay? What were some of the emotions and thoughts you experienced?
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: Barb Roddin (Domestic Violence Victim) and Nancy Chavez (Domestic Violence Victim and Survivor)
Season 1, Episode 5:
How can I support someone who is in an unhealthy relationship?
Published: January 8, 2024
Content: 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, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) resources.
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: Toni Shearer (Owner/Director of Center for Hope and Healing)
Season 1, Episode 6:
Do people successfully leave their abuser?
Do abusers become able to have healthy relationships?
Published: January 22, 2024
Content: Survivor story from being a victim of domestic violence from abuser to survivor; getting back to a norm, being worthy of love, maintaining one’s identity, hope, and removing blame.
Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith
Guests: QueenAfi Gaston, the founder of Domestic Violence Wears Many Tags (DVWMT), a local non-profit, serving as an educational and resource center for helpless victims, abusers, families, and survivors of domestic violence.
Season 1, Episode 7:
What is the impact of IPV on Children?
Published: February 5, 2024
Content: Impact by age, long-term, relationships – mother, father, siblings, future intimate partner, etc. and IPV resources.
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests: William Kellibrew, a global advocate for civil, human, women, children and victims’ rights.
Season 1, Episode 8:
Wrap Up and Take Aways from Season 1 Podcast Episodes
Published: February 19, 2024
Content: Discuss what we discussed in previous podcasts, important points and quotes from podcasts.
Guests / Facilitators: Nancy Chavez, Sherry Peters, Paul Miller and Dr. Ellen Smith.
