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Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee discusses domestic violence and mental health with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Crisis Response Services Program Manager Andrea Nunes-Gardner and Counseling Supervisor Kathryn Harlow. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

C.A.S.A. Training with Hope HouseCASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Volunteers are community volunteers, just like you, who stand up and speak out to help children who have experienced abuse or neglect.Jackson County CASA recruits, trains, and supports these CASA Volunteers to advocate for the best interests of children who are in the Jackson County Family Court system until they have a safe and permanent home.Guests: Meg, Director of Clinical Services & Tracey, Adult TherapistAdvocating Justice: The Legal BattleWelcome to Illuminating Hope, a podcast of Hope House. In the series Advocating Justice: The Legal Battle, we dive into the legal battles that shape the fight for domestic violence survivors. In each episode, we bring you powerful conversations with the legal teams, court advocates, and changemakers working tirelessly to bring justice, protection, and hope to survivors of domestic violence.From the courtroom to policy changes, from survivor rights to legal strategies, we uncover the critical role the justice system plays in breaking cycles of abuse. Whether you're a survivor, advocate, or someone passionate about justice, this podcast series will empower and inform you."Justice isn't just about the law—it's about giving survivors a voice, protection, and a future.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, Ilene Shehan and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net A special Thank You to our newest reoccurring donor Liz Crenshaw, Farmers Insurance! 816-461-8077

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee chats with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services ADAPT Supervisor Jennifer Perkins and Kacey Kirkland, Victim Services Specialist in the Major Crimes Bureau of Fairfax County Police Department, about the challenges of recognizing and responding to domestic violence. The conversation uses the recent Netflix documentary “American Murder: Gabby Petito” as the focal point for the conversation. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

In this episode of Grade 1 View, we sat down with two incredibly brave and inspiring guests, Louisa Martin, PhD, CRNA and Rigo Garcia, MSN, MBA, CRNA, who opened up about their personal battles with substance use disorder. They didn't hold anything back. From near rock bottom to recovery, from fear and shame to leadership and advocacy, their stories are raw, real, and deeply relevant to our lives as students and future CRNAs. Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

Crissy Del Percio has been working with survivors of domestic violence for more than a decade. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri- Kansas City School of Law, and obtained her undergraduate degrees from the University of Kansas. Although she loves working with Hope House, she looks forward to the day when her services are no longer needed because Kansas City has overcome the issue of domestic violence. Advocating Justice: The Legal BattleWelcome to Illuminating Hope, a podcast of Hope House. In the series Advocating Justice: The Legal Battle, we dive into the legal battles that shape the fight for domestic violence survivors. In each episode, we bring you powerful conversations with the legal teams, court advocates, and changemakers working tirelessly to bring justice, protection, and hope to survivors of domestic violence.From the courtroom to policy changes, from survivor rights to legal strategies, we uncover the critical role the justice system plays in breaking cycles of abuse. Whether you're a survivor, advocate, or someone passionate about justice, this podcast series will empower and inform you."Justice isn't just about the law—it's about giving survivors a voice, protection, and a future.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, Ilene Shehan, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee chats with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services' Debra Miller, youth education and outreach specialist; and Nora Nieto, youth prevention specialist; and Tierra Graham, a Parenting Education Programs social services specialist in the Children, Youth and Families division about ways parents can have conversations with their children about tough topics. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee chats with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services' ADAPT Supervisor Jennifer Perkins and Victoria Nevel-Babla, human trafficking and sexual violence coordinator, about sexual coercion. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee chats with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services ADAPT Counselors Jennifer Entwistle and John Crownover about how patriarchy impacts interpersonal violence and how changing the system can reduce that violence. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Guardian ProgramSupervised Visits & Monitored Exchanges of CustodyA secure, off-site facility where custodial parents safely exchange custody of their children and/or children participate in supervised visits with their non-custodial parent.Guests: Randa, Director of Outreach Services & Serena, Guardian Program ManagerAdvocating Justice: The Legal BattleWelcome to Illuminating Hope, a podcast of Hope House. In the series Advocating Justice: The Legal Battle, we dive into the legal battles that shape the fight for domestic violence survivors. In each episode, we bring you powerful conversations with the legal teams, court advocates, and changemakers working tirelessly to bring justice, protection, and hope to survivors of domestic violence.From the courtroom to policy changes, from survivor rights to legal strategies, we uncover the critical role the justice system plays in breaking cycles of abuse. Whether you're a survivor, advocate, or someone passionate about justice, this podcast series will empower and inform you."Justice isn't just about the law—it's about giving survivors a voice, protection, and a future.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

Advocating Justice: The Legal Battle Welcome to Illuminating Hope, a podcast of Hope House. In the series Advocating Justice: The Legal Battle, we dive into the legal battles that shape the fight for domestic violence survivors. In each episode, we bring you powerful conversations with the legal teams, court advocates, and changemakers working tirelessly to bring justice, protection, and hope to survivors of domestic violence. From the courtroom to policy changes, from survivor rights to legal strategies, we uncover the critical role the justice system plays in breaking cycles of abuse. Whether you're a survivor, advocate, or someone passionate about justice, this podcast series will empower and inform you." Justice isn't just about the law—it's about giving survivors a voice, protection, and a future. Guest Nancy K. Putman is a seasoned attorney with extensive experience in family law, civil litigation, and criminal prosecution. She has been practicing law in Missouri and Kansas since 1989 and currently serves as an attorney at the Law Office of Nancy K. Putman in Prairie Village, Kansas, where she specializes in family law and civil litigation. Since 2011, Nancy has also worked as a Contract Attorney for Hope House, providing legal representation to survivors of domestic violence in protective order hearings, child custody disputes, divorces, and other civil matters. She actively collaborates with law professors, community partners, and legal professionals to enhance domestic violence advocacy and education. Additionally, she mentors law students, coordinates pro bono legal services, and serves on multiple domestic violence coordinating committees in Jackson County, Missouri. Nancy's legal career includes roles as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in both Jackson County, Missouri, and Sedgwick County, Kansas, where she handled high-profile cases involving sexual offenses, child abuse, and domestic violence. She has also served as a Special Prosecuting Attorney. Throughout her career, Nancy has been a dedicated advocate for victims, a respected legal educator, and a leader in policy development surrounding domestic violence and child protection laws. Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, Ilene Shehan and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

Let's talk physical, sexual and reproductive abuse!Welcome to Understanding Domestic Violence: Knowledge Is Empowerment, the podcast series dedicated to uncovering the truth about domestic violence and empowering you with the tools and knowledge to create change.In this series, we'll explore the many dimensions of domestic violence, physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and beyond. Each episode is designed to educate, challenge misconceptions, and provide actionable insights for individuals, families, and communities.Because the more we understand, the more equipped we are to recognize the signs, support survivors, and prevent domestic violence.Today's guests are Hope House Therapist Tracey.Tracey is a skilled Family Service Specialist and Therapist with a deep passion for strengthening family bonds and promoting resilience. Tracey's approach, combined with her dedication to understanding and connection, ensures her clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive together.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Brittany Vera, child witness to domestic violence coordinator, and Domestic and Sexual Violence Counselor Kathryn Harlow – both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services -- about the impact of violence on a child's development. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time to shed light on an issue affecting so many young people. That's why we're re-publishing this important episode—to continue the conversation and ensure teens, parents, and educators have the tools to recognize unhealthy relationships and promote safe, respectful love. Awareness leads to prevention, and prevention saves lives. Stay tuned as we revisit this crucial discussion.Welcome to Understanding Domestic Violence: Knowledge Is Empowerment, the podcast series dedicated to uncovering the truth about domestic violence and empowering you with the tools and knowledge to create change.In this series, we'll explore the many dimensions of domestic violence, physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and beyond. Each episode is designed to educate, challenge misconceptions, and provide actionable insights for individuals, families, and communities.Because the more we understand, the more equipped we are to recognize the signs, support survivors, and prevent domestic violence.Today's guests are Hope House Board of Director Jaime Simpson and an anonymous teen.Hosts: Tina Johnson and Jaime SimpsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

Welcome to Understanding Domestic Violence: Knowledge Is Empowerment, the podcast series dedicated to uncovering the truth about domestic violence and empowering you with the tools and knowledge to create change.In this series, we'll explore the many dimensions of domestic violence, physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and beyond. Each episode is designed to educate, challenge misconceptions, and provide actionable insights for individuals, families, and communities.Because the more we understand, the more equipped we are to recognize the signs, support survivors, and prevent domestic violence.Today's guests are Hope House Therapist Tracey.Tracey is a skilled Family Service Specialist and Therapist with a deep passion for strengthening family bonds and promoting resilience. Tracey's approach, combined with her dedication to understanding and connection, ensures her clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive together.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.nethttps://www.theduluthmodel.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/PowerandControl.pdf

Julia Holtemeyer (MPP) is the Resource & Training Specialist for SPARC (the Stalking, Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center), an AEquitas initiative. In her role, she provides training and technical assistance, develops original resources, and collaborates with partners to enhance the ability of multidisciplinary professionals to recognize and respond to stalking. Julia's work in gender-based violence began more than 15 years ago as a college student, when she worked at a rape crisis center and as a peer health educator. Since then, she has worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Tanzania, in gender integration in global health with USAID, and to improve how multidisciplinary professionals identify and respond to domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.SPARC (Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center) is a federally funded project providing education and resources about the crime of stalking. SPARC aims to enhance the response to stalking by educating the professionals tasked with keeping stalking victims safe and holding offenders accountable. To stay up-to-date on SPARC's resources and offerings, follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter) @FollowUsLegally and/or subscribe to our quarterly newsletter. SPARC does not provide direct services to victims. We recommend that stalking victims work with a local victim advocate, and the Victim Connect hotline can help connect victims with one. Local victim advocates can help plan for safety, discuss legal options, and connect victims with additional services. Victim Connect can be contacted at https://victimconnect.org/ for online messaging and information, and by phone at 1-855-484-2846. Local domestic violence and sexual assault support services/organizations often work with stalking victims/survivors, even when those victimizations are not part of the stalking. Unfortunately, there are no hotlines and few support service organizations that specifically work with victims/survivors of stalking.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, Ilene Shehan, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

Welcome to Understanding Domestic Violence: Knowledge Is Empowerment, the podcast series dedicated to uncovering the truth about domestic violence and empowering you with the tools and knowledge to create change. In this series, we'll explore the many dimensions of domestic violence, physical, emotional, psychological, financial, and beyond. Each episode is designed to educate, challenge misconceptions, and provide actionable insights for individuals, families, and communities. Because the more we understand, the more equipped we are to recognize the signs, support survivors, and prevent domestic violence. Today's guests are Hope House Therapists Jenny & Tracey.Jenny is a compassionate Clinical Services Coordinator and Adult Therapist dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward healing and personal growth. Jenny's empathetic approach and commitment to a safe, supportive environment make her an invaluable ally in her clients' wellness journeys.Tracey is a skilled Family Service Specialist and Therapist with a deep passion for strengthening family bonds and promoting resilience. Tracey's approach, combined with her dedication to understanding and connection, ensures her clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive together.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

Mental Health resources:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK(8255)Gay Men's Domestic Violence Project's 24-Hour Hotline 1-800-832-1901Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender National Hotline 1-888-843-4564https://www.crisistextline.org/https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988Join us as we talk about "The Devils Bath"!Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@neonicvoidInquiries can be sent to hausofthevoid@gmail.comCheck out the NeonicVoid Productions network of podcasts! --https://linktr.ee/neonicvoidproductionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spookocalypse--5342254/support.

Qiana Thomason draws from over twenty years of leadership at the intersections of health and behavioral healthcare, corporate healthcare payment, health policy, health philanthropy and business. This aerial command of the political, private market, and social factors that shape health uniquely positions Qiana to impact the wellbeing and prosperity of communities. Qiana's “self to systems” leadership practice, her commitment to organizational care and accountability, and her practice of centering people in driving change and managing transitions makes her a trusted executive in ensuring the effectiveness and sustainability of the organizations and movements she supports. Further, Qiana's prowess in strategy, enterprise risk management, regulatory and compliance agility, human capital optimization, organizational sustainability, ESG facility and DEI expertise makes her an effective partner on boards. As President & CEO of Health Forward Foundation, Qiana guides the $1B foundation in stewarding diverse capital investments, leadership in public policy, and institutional social capital that fosters health and economic equity throughout Missouri and Kansas. Qiana's leadership has positioned Health Forward as a national model for health equity through trust-based public, private, and philanthropic partnerships, spanning resident and faith leaders, grassroots to large non-profits, Chambers of Commerce and business councils, municipal and state government. Qiana's leadership in governance and civic spheres is multi-level. Nationally, Qiana is a board member of Grantmakers in Health, the National Association of State Health Policy, and the National Rural Health Resource Center. Regionally, Qiana is as a board member of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and William Jewell College. She is a member of the International Women's Forum, a global organization of preeminent leaders and Women of Influence. Qiana's impact is recognized broadly. The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce recognized Qiana with the international ATHENA Award (2024) and the national Business Journal recognized Qiana on its inaugural listing (2022) of BizWomen making an impact in their local business communities. The Urban League of Greater Kansas City recognized Qiana with its Difference Maker award (2024), Kansas City University bestowed upon Qiana an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters (2023), and Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey conveyed its Race, Place, and Diversity award (2022). https://healthforward.org/Citations:Glover Blackwell, A. (n.d.). The Curb-Cut Effect. PolicyLink. Retrieved December 3, 2024, from https://www.policylink.org/resources-tools/curb-cut-effectHosts: MaryAnne Metheny, and Tina Johnson If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee chats with Abby Picard, prevention and education coordinator, and domestic and sexual violence counselor Kathryn Harlow – both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) – about healthy relationships. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Hello, and welcome! Today, we're thrilled to share a heartwarming story of generosity and holiday spirit. Hope House has a compassionate family from our community that organizes a Secret Santa to bring gifts, joy, and hope to survivors and families impacted by domestic violence. This thoughtful gesture is a beautiful reminder of the kindness that exists around us and how acts of kindness and generosity can make a big difference. To Mark, Mary and their family and everyone who's joined in to support, thank you for making this season brighter for those who need it most. Now, let's dive into today's episode and celebrate the power of community and giving! Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, Tina Johnson and Ilene ShehanIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee chats with Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT Supervisor in the Domestic and Sexual Violence Services division, and Kader Gumus, domestic violence advocate, about ways to break the cycle of domestic abuse. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Welcome to Illuminating Hope a podcast of Hope House. Hope House wants to pause to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of our supporters—our donors, community partners, and listeners. Your dedication to ending domestic violence is truly inspiring. Through your generosity, we are able to extend resources, hope, and empowerment to those who need it most. You are not just supporters; you are change-makers, and we're so grateful for all that you do. Let's continue this journey together, building a future free of domestic violence.The journey ahead for survivors of domestic violence starts here, together!If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.

Welcome to this episode of Prevention: A Paradigm Shift - Empowerment Through Education. Today, we're focusing on the transformative role of education in preventing domestic violence within our communities and beyond. We' will explore how knowledge and awareness empower individuals to recognize red flags, challenge harmful norms, and find pathways to safety and support. Join us as we equip you—and those you serve—with the tools to shift mindsets, build resilience, and create lasting, positive change. Together, we're redefining prevention through the lens of education, empowerment and hope.If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Crisis Response Services Program Manager Andrea Nunes-Gardner and ADAPT Supervisor Jennifer Perkins, both of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about accountability — what it means and how to put it into practice in the work of harm reduction. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Dr. Sara Brammer began working as an overnight victim's advocate in the field of family violence in 1994. She continued working as a therapist for victims and offenders as she completed her Master and Doctoral Degrees in Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology at the University of Missouri. While in her doctoral program, her research and dissertation focused on love relationships and batterer intervention treatment. She is currently the Vice President of Family Violence Services at Synergy Services where she has worked for 23 years. She supervises the Domestic Violence Center, the Children's Center, the Domestic Violence Housing Program, the Batterer Intervention Program, and outpatient domestic violence clinical services in this capacity. She provides frequent training on Domestic Violence and the intersection between Domestic Violence, Child Abuse and trauma. She has also served on a variety of local, state, and national committees related to domestic violence and child abuse service provisions. Her research interests continue to focus on love relationships, batterer intervention and victim services. Dr. Brammer has successfully led the agency through two flawless COA re-accreditations and is a lead peer reviewer for other agencies. Sara was commissioned by the Missouri Supreme Court for best practices committees on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking. She has received technical assistance from FUTURES and The Center for Justice Innovations for state-wide offender intervention implementation. Additional achievements include partnering with the Domestic Violence Court to offer exclusive offender intervention services, guest editing for the Journal of Child and Family Studies and collaborating with Yale University to implement the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention Program (CFTSI). Sara also represents Missouri on the National BIP Network and serves on the Advisory Board for the University of Missouri's Community Counseling and Assessment Services Center. If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.For information about Synergy Services visit https://www.synergyservices.org

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Crisis Response Services Program Manager Andrea Nunes-Gardner and ADAPT Supervisor Jennifer Perkins, both of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about accountability — what it means and how to put it into practice in the work of harm reduction. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Domestic Violence 101: Empowerment Through Education is a podcast episode designed to shed light on the often-overlooked realities of domestic violence. Join Hope House CEO MaryAnne Metheny and Director of Community Engagement Tina Johnson as they dive deep into critical topics like identifying early warning signs, breaking free from the cycle of abuse, and providing resources for both victims and allies.By educating listeners on the dynamics of domestic violence, we aim to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, prevent, and take action against abuse.Whether you're a survivor, a concerned friend, or someone who wants to better understand domestic violence, this podcast offers valuable insights, and expert advice.Join us as we break the silence, educate, and empower, one episode at a time.If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with domestic and sexual violence counselor Kathryn Harlow and youth education and outreach specialist Debra Miller, both of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about the potentially dangerous social media therapist trend. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Nancy McCormick has been in private practice at Unity since October 2013. Before joining Unity, she accumulated 17 years of experience in domestic violence, working at Hope House and Rose Brooks. Additionally, she spent 5 years facilitating contract groups for individuals with substance use disorders and for family members of those affected by these disorders. Nancy firmly believes in the power of collaboration to address life's challenges. She understands that taking the first step—finding a counselor and making the initial call—can be the hardest part of the journey. She commends those who reach out for support and help. With many years of experience, Nancy has dedicated herself to assisting people in coping with the profound effects of addiction, both for the individuals struggling with the disease and for their families and loved ones. She has also devoted much of her career to supporting survivors of domestic violence. Nancy's goal is to build on her clients' strengths and empower them to overcome barriers, enabling them to achieve their life goals. She likens creating a successful life to assembling a jigsaw puzzle—together, they find the right pieces to fit together to create a complete and fulfilling life. If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.

Meg Nelson holds a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology and is credentialed with the State of Missouri as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Clinical Supervisor. Employed with Hope House since 2022, Meg brings extensive experience working with children, adults, and families, with a specialization in trauma, substance use, and severe and persistent mental illness. She is thoroughly trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Crisis Prevention/De-Escalation, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). If you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, Kendra Lee hosts a power trio from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services: Division Director Toni Zollicoffer; Assistant Division Director Keesha Coke; and Prevention, Education, and Coordination Program Manager Stacy Ziebell to talk about prevention and what it means to the work DSVS does. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with domestic and sexual violence counselors Jeannette Aleman and Kathryn Harlow about infidelity and emotional abuse. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with domestic and sexual violence counselors Jeannette Aleman and Kathryn Harlow about infidelity and emotional abuse. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Debra Miller, Youth Education and Outreach Specialist, and Nora Nieto, Youth Prevention Specialist, both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Adam Dodge of EndTAB, to talk about ways to help youth stay safe online. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Debra Miller, Youth Education and Outreach Specialist, and Nora Nieto, Youth Prevention Specialist, both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Adam Dodge of EndTAB, to talk about ways to help youth stay safe online. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Dr. Kelly Jackson, Quality Assurance Clinical Supervisor; Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT Supervisor; and Tanisha Cox, Volunteer Manager; all with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about dating in modern times, part two of our conversation about modern day dating. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Dr. Kelly Jackson, Quality Assurance Clinical Supervisor; Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT Supervisor; and Tanisha Cox, Volunteer Manager; all with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, about dating in modern times, part two of our conversation about modern day dating. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

This week, we talk with Elizabeth Contreras Martinez and learn all about her work as the Executive Director of the Women's and Children's Crisis Shelter. The shelter was founded in 1977 works to serve victims of domestic violence of all genders and ages. Liz shares how we can support the shelter as well as potentially help those who might be facing violence in our own lives.    24 Hour Hotline: 562-945-3939    https://www.wccshope.org/    @wccshope (Instagram and Facebook)    Super Mamás  IG: @_supermamas  Facebook: Super Mamás  Twitter: @_supermamas   Website: http://supermamas.com/    This is a Redd Rock Music Podcast  IG: @reddrockmusic  www.reddrockmusic.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Kathryn Harlow, domestic and sexual violence counselor; Kendal Cristaudo, hospital accompaniment specialist, and Dr. Kelly Jackson, Quality Assurance clinical supervisor; to discuss the popular Netflix series Baby Reindeer's impact on conversations about interpersonal violence among men and toxic relationships. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Kathryn Harlow, domestic and sexual violence counselor; Kendal Cristaudo, hospital accompaniment specialist, and Dr. Kelly Jackson, Quality Assurance clinical supervisor; to discuss the popular Netflix series Baby Reindeer's impact on conversations about interpersonal violence among men and toxic relationships. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT supervisor; and Audrey Arnold, a long-time ADAPT volunteer with DSVS; about alcohol and domestic violence. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT supervisor; and Audrey Arnold, a long-time ADAPT volunteer with DSVS; about alcohol and domestic violence. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Kendal Cristaudo, Hospital Accompaniment Specialist in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; therapist Gabriella Jack; and Kimberly Bell, retired Air Force veteran; to talk about interpersonal violence in U.S. Armed Forces. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Kendal Cristaudo, Hospital Accompaniment Specialist in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; therapist Gabriella Jack; and Kimberly Bell, retired Air Force veteran; to talk about interpersonal violence in U.S. Armed Forces. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee speaks with Vanessa Cullers and Tianna Hairs-Hughes, both Victim Advocates in the Domestic Violence Action Center (DVAC) and Jonathan Yglesias, Policy Director at the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance, to discuss the crucial role advocates play in supporting survivors of interpersonal violence. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Welcome to The Peach Hour Podcast! In this episode, it's our Peach Hour Hotline, where we're diving into all your burning questions sent anonymously. Get ready for candid conversations, insightful advice, and plenty of juicy topics. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let's get started on this fun and informative journey together. Welcome to the Peach Hour Hotline! ️ Just a heads up, while we're not qualified experts, we're here to share our personal experiences and advice.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Kelly Jackson, Quality Assurance Clinical Supervisor; Andrea Nunes-Gardner, Crisis Response Services Program Manager; Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT Supervisor; and Tanisha Cox, Volunteer Manager; all with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, to mix it up about dating in 2024. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee sits down with Abrishiel Lockett, Children's Counselor with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; Keisha Strand, from Fairfax County's Planning and Development agency; and Bennie Herron, Father Engagement Supervisor in the Department of Family Services Children Youth and Families Division, to discuss the truth about Black love and Black families. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee speaks with Kathryn Harlow, domestic and sexual violence counselor for Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Jo-Ann Rojas, a licensed clinical social worker in private practice and a Licensed Training Supervisor at RAINN (Rape Abuse and Incest National Network), about sexual intimacy after sexual assault. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

“Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence” is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Brittany Vera, child witness to domestic violence coordinator, and Domestic and Sexual Violence Counselor Kathryn Harlow – both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services -- about the impact of violence on a child's development. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee speaks with Kathryn Harlow, domestic and sexual violence counselor for Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Jo-Ann Rojas, a licensed clinical social worker in private practice and a Licensed Training Supervisor at RAINN (Rape Abuse and Incest National Network), about sexual intimacy after sexual assault. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Jennifer Perkins, Supervisor of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services' Anger and Domestic Abuse Prevention Treatment program (also known as ADAPT); Jamie Milloy, Director of Programs at OAR NOVA; LeDell Miller, Supervisor, Partner/SHIFT, Arlington County Department of Human Services; and Katreena Blazewicz, Clinical Intern, Partner/SHIFT, Arlington County Department of Human Services, about women who cause harm. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Abby Picard, Human Trafficking and Sexual Violence Coordinator in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Katie Flannery, Immigration Supervising Attorney at Ayuda, about the intersection of human trafficking with domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse, financial exploitation, and immigrant communities. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Andrea Nunes-Gardner, Crisis Response Team Program Manager in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Irvin Hernandez Perez, Counselor with DSVS' Anger and Domestic Abuse Treatment Program (ADAPT), about how family violence can lead to long-term trauma and how victims can overcome their painful past. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts.

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee speaks with Angela Yeboah, Advocacy Services Program Manager in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Sam Colliver, Clinical Program Manager, Forensic Nurse Examiner at Fairfax Hospital's Inova Ewing Forensic Assessment and Consultation Team (FACT) Department; about strangulation, the silent but most deadly form of interpersonal violence. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Melody Vielbig, Clinical Services Program Manager in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Jamie Milloy, Director of Programs at OAR NOVA, about relationship first aid during the holidays. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Jennifer Perkins, Supervisor of Domestic and Sexual Violence Services' Anger and Domestic Abuse Prevention Treatment Program (also known as ADAPT); and Tanisha Cox, DSVS' Volunteer Manager, about what survivors should know about dating after abuse and tips for dating a survivor of abuse. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Andrea Nunes-Gardner, Crisis Response Services team program manager with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Gretchen Soto, licensed professional counselor of Soto Training and Consultation Services; to dispel stereotypes about the people who commit violence and how accountability for their behavior is part of the solution. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Ricardo Sanchez, Resident in Counseling in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services ADAPT (Anger and Domestic Abuse Prevention and Treatment) program; and Bennie Herron, Father Engagement Supervisor in the Department of Family Services Children Youth and Families Division; about the role fathers can play in modeling healthy relationship behavior for their children. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C., unveils a 24-hour hotline, 877-ASK4SAM, dedicated to providing on-the-spot legal assistance to Bronx and Manhattan residents following car and truck incidents. The firm recognizes the urgent need for legal guidance post-accident, ensuring victims are well-informed of their rights.https://www.bestlawyers.com/article/silberstein-awad-miklos/1031https://ask4sam.net/home/new-york-city-car-accident-lawyer/ Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. | Queens NYC Personal Injury Attorneys City: Jamaica Address: 89-00 Sutphin Blvd Website https://ask4sam.net Phone +1-877-275-4726 Email sam@ask4sam.net

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Lydia Guirguis, Advocacy Services Supervisor in Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Colleen Armstrong, On-Call Crisis Line Specialist for DSVS, about why Domestic Violence Awareness Month, also known as DVAM, is so important and ways we can support survivors. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Kathryn Harlow, domestic and sexual violence counselor for Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; Sam Carrico, Volunteer and Partner Services supervisor with the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Program in the Department of Family Services Children Youth and Families Division; and Michele Thames, former executive director of SafeSpot Children's Advocacy Center; to talk about the best ways to support children and teens who have been sexually abused. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Sarah Freeman, licensed professional counselor with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT counselor, also with DSVS; and Marcus Garr, Parenting Education Programs Supervisor, Children Youth and Families Prevention Programs in the Department of Family Services, about parenting after domestic violence. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition, host Kendra Lee talks with Jennifer Perkins, ADAPT Counselor; Abby Picard, Human Trafficking and Sexual Violence Coordinator; both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services, and Monica Hunasikatti, Survivor Community Specialist with the Virginia Anti-Violence Project, about violence in the LGBTQ+ community. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Kathryn Harlow, domestic and sexual violence counselor for Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Jennifer Hannett, of The Gil Institute, about showing up to do the work when the work is really difficult. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

On this inaugural edition of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Toni Zollicoffer, Deputy Division Director of Fairfax County, Virginia's Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Ina Fernandez, Director of Loudon County, Virginia's Department of Family Services, about the history of the anti-violence movement and DSVS' journey toward showing up for the community. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other Fairfax County podcasts, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

This week's Hotline is coming to you live from Splendour In The Grass! Matt and Anna chat to Ocean Alley and Lucy & Nikki from Happy Hour pod, enjoy! TWO MILLION LISTENS TOUR : * Melbourne * Brisbane * Sydney JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY! HOSTS: Anna McEvoy (@annamcevoy21) & Matt Zukowski (@mattzukowski)  INSTAGRAM: @wheresyourheadatpod For partnership enquiries please contact alex@dm.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST:  Dr. Inga James, President & Executive Director, Heartly House, Frederick, MD for 9+ years. Inga has an extensive background in serving victims of Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking.  Discussion highlights the rise of human trafficking.  Heartly House provides safe housing for victims, women and children, that are victims of human trafficking (HT) or Domestic Violence (DV).  Please go to HeartlyHouse.org to make a donation. Your gifts, big and small, make a world of difference for the victims. For help, call the 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800. For additional human services support, please contact your local Department of Social Services (DSS) or call 211 for support wherever you are located.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank you for joining me for, Intimate Partner Murders. Intimate partner and domestic violence have many of the same root causes as they do elsewhere. Here are three stories of same-sex intimate partner murder. 39-year-old, Dr. Louis Chen, his decade-long partner 29-year-old, Eric Cooper, and their adorable 2 1/2-year child moved into a gleaming Seattle, Washington penthouse in the summer of 2011, but things were not as ideal as they appeared. An explosion of violence would end lives and open questions that remained unanswered to this day. 35-year-old Shawndell McLeod sounds like an amazing person. She had turned her love of cooking into her career, she bought a house, and a new car then she disappeared. She had also managed to escape an abusive relationship that may have claimed her as its victim. 49-year-old Allan Lanteigne and 39-year-old Demitry Papasotiriou met at a Toronto city bus stop in the 1990s. They would go on to marry in a lavish ceremony but the marriage would end in bloodshed. The race for justice would take many years and several continents. If you or anyone you know is the victim of intimate partner violence there are resources for you. You are not alone. Remember, you deserve to live a life free of violence of any kind. Hugs and Love! Resources: Domestic Violence Hotline https://www.thehotline.org/ 24 Hour Hotline https://www.tnlr.org/en/24-hour-hotline/ Community United Against Violence https://www.cuav.org/resources To watch this episode: https://youtu.be/3NbywuZnIdg  

In this episode I chat with Jennifer Shryock, B.A , CDBC , founder of Family Paws. Family Paws is dedicated to helping parents create safer and lasting relationships between their children and their dogs. We chat about why it's important to set your pup up for success even before you are thinking about have a human kiddo, why it's important to understand our dog's body language, a few signs of discomfort our dogs may be giving us that we may misinterpret and so much more. If you know a new mom or someone who is expecting a child that also  has dogs, I highly recommend you share this episode and the Family Paws information. Useful Resources :Family Paws 24 Hour Hotline : 1-877-247-3407Family Paws website : https://www.familypaws.comBooks Mentioned: Meet Your Dog : The Game-Changing Guide to Understanding Your Dog's Behavior - by, Kim BropheyFollow The Baroo Podcast:Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/baroopet/The Blog : https://www.thebaroo.com

Mujeres Unidas invites you to listen to our podcast. Join us as we talk about how males can also be survivors/victims of Sexual Assault/Abuse. Men may feel the need to be silent about their abuse because of the internalized belief that men can't be victims, or that men should not express weakness. As a community we must come together to advocate for male survivors/victims of Sexual Abuse/Assault. If you or someone you know is going through any type of abuse, you are not alone. Our Advocates are here to help. Contact Us

16-year-old Tioni Theus left her home in Compton, CA to attend a party with her friends. After she didn't return home police discovered that she may have been a victim of sex trafficking leading up to her murder. California Highway Patrol: (323) 644-9557 or (323) 644-9550 California Highway Patrol Anonymous: (888) 412-7463 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 24-Hour Hotline: (800) 843-5678 WEBSITE https://crimenight.wixsite.com/crimenightpodcast FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Crime-Night-Podcast-106990468130744 SOURCES https://crimenight.wixsite.com/crimenightpodcast/resources OUTRO SONG Title: The Von Trapp Family Choir Artist: Alge BACKGROUND SONG Title: Night Music Artist: Kevin MacLeod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Does the LDS church teach consent? What is informed consent? Content warning: lots of discussion about sexual assault. Resources mentioned in the episode: The Refuge Utah 24-Hour Hotline: 801-356-2511 National Sexual Violence Research Center: nsvrc.org Email us: notsomollymormonpodcast@gmail.com Support us: patreon.com/notsomollymormon

Welcome to Episode 10 We are so excited to be building a community of Women Entrepreneurs and connecting with the heart of our businesses. Thank you for joining us for the Women in Leadership: Body, Mind, Soul and Business Podcast. We appreciate you and are very excited to get to know you.If you are needing help with PTSD, PLEASE see the resources under our link tree With this special Episode on PTSD and Depression we hope to raise the awareness and the ability to give ourselves more grace as we head into the holiday seasons. Please use your resources and tools. Please remember you are a valued member of our community. ********************************************************************************ResourcesNational Center for PTSD- Veterans: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/PTSD Alliance- http://www.ptsdalliance.org/help/From the US Department of Veteran Affairs Reminder!Are You in Crisis? You Have Options:Call 911Go to the nearest Emergency RoomContact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255En Español: 1-888-628-9454Or the Veterans Crisis Line:1-800-273-8255, press 1Send a text to 838255Chat online Confidential Veterans ChatPTSD Alliance- Helpful ResourcesACOG offers a 24 Hour Hotline for women in abusive situations.ADAA links to a PTSD mobile coaching app (from the US Department of Veteran Affairs).ADAA provides a directory of local mental health professionals.ADAA lets you search for PTSD support groups in your area, or walks you through the steps to start your own support group.ISTSS provides a Clinician Directory that allows you to search for a mental health professional based on your location, doctor specialty, special interests, demographic, and language.Sidran Institute offers a Help Desk to find personalized, compassionate support.*******************************************************************************Back to Contact Us and Episode information :)Like, Follow and Subscribe on Social Media- This helps us link together and build lasting connections. Community is essential to all of us!Podcast Linktree- https://linktr.ee/WomeninleadershipbsmbCharlie's Linktree https://linktr.ee/charlenehoffmanHeather's Linktree https://linktr.ee/rainbowpowersSupport the show

Merissa Hester is a high school senior and former foster youth. She is a strong believer in sharing your story and for standing up for other foster kids who feel lost. Merissa hopes to one day make a difference in the lives of others by being a social worker. Merissa is a big NAMI Philly supporter and believes that mental health is so important to talk about! Merissa is described as being resilient, brave, bold and full of life! Merissa hopes that her story will impact other foster kids, other teenage girls or anyone who has ever felt alone! Merissa on Instagram: @riss.rose_ The YANApodcast: Instagram: @the_yanapodcast Website: www.theyanapodcastwithnamiphilly.wordpress.com New episodes every Tuesday! NAMI Philly: Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS Website: www.namiphilly.org NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1 CRISIS RESOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7 support for those in any type of crisis. If you text, “NAMI” to 741741 from anywhere in the United States you will be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Philadelphia Suicide and Crisis Intervention Hotline (215) 686-4420 SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - available 24/7 to help those suffering from addiction find immediate help. Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR): 24 Hour Hotline 215.985.3333 National Domestic Abuse Hotline: (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or text "START" to 88788 Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline: 24/7 (1-800) 4-A-Child or (1-800) 422-4453 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yanapodcast/support

Betsey Monroe, Executive Director Betsey Monroe joined the WSS staff in January 2016, after a career in ministry and higher education, which also included work with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.  Betsey is a native of northwestern Connecticut and is excited to be part of the important work of WSS.   She is committed to excellence in all WSS does and believes the services and support WSS offers clients and our communities can and does change lives for the better. Women's Support Services, Inc., (WSS), is a non-profit domestic violence agency serving Northwest Connecticut and the surrounding communities in New York and Massachusetts. The mission of WSS is to create a community free of domestic violence and abuse through intervention, prevention, and education. We work with women, men, teens and children. Services include: • 24 hour hotline • Emergency shelter • Individual counseling and safety planning • Support groups • Legal advocacy, transportation, resources • Training for local professionals and community groups • Violence Prevention Education Program for pre-school through grade 12 Domestic violence knows no boundaries. It affects people from all socioeconomic, cultural, educational, and religious backgrounds. It is experienced across sexual identities and gender expressions, in same-sex, opposite-sex and asexual relationships. It occurs in every age group, from teens to the elderly. Children are also affected, even if they are not abused or do not witness abuse directly. - ALL WSS SERVICES ARE CONFIDENTIAL AND FREE OF CHARGE - WSS works with women, men, teens and children. WSS supports those who choose to remain in relationships, and those who choose to leave. 24 HOUR HOTLINE (860) 364-1900 The WSS Office is staffed Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. Please call (860) 364-1080 to talk to someone in the office.

This week's episode features Danielle DiPilla and "It's been real. It's been fun. It's been real fun!" Danielle is a warrior in the truest sense of the word. After a decade-long battle against several mental illness diagnoses and struggling with alcoholism and addiction, Danielle bravely took the steps to get help by advocating for herself. Pushing the “reset button”, Danielle entered herself into a rehabilitation facility and found solace in the center's personalized care to help her with her Major Depressive Disorder, anxiety, and addictions. Danielle left the facility with Hope & joy in her heart. She plunged head first into a 12-step program; finding a sponsor, going to meetings, and getting in service. She is focusing on her sobriety and navigating life as a sober woman. She aspires to work in the recovery field, focusing on addictions counseling to help other young people recognize their value and get the help they deserve, just as she did. DANIELLE: Instagram: @danielledipilla Twitter: @_ddipilla The YANApodcast: Instagram: @the_yanapodcast New episodes every Tuesday! NAMI Philly: Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS Website: www.namiphilly.org NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1 CRISIS RESOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7 support for those in any type of crisis. If you text, “NAMI” to 741741 from anywhere in the United States you will be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Philadelphia Suicide and Crisis Intervention Hotline (215) 686-4420 SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - available 24/7 to help those suffering from addiction find immediate help. Alcoholics Anonymous: www.aa.org to find out how to find a meeting near you Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR): 24 Hour Hotline 215.985.3333 National Domestic Abuse Hotline: (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or text "START" to 88788 Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline: 24/7 (1-800) 4-A-Child or (1-800) 422-4453 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yanapodcast/support

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are shaking things up a bit by bringing you "Taboo Topics Tuesday"! For our first taboo topic, we dive into the realities of trauma and PTSD, what that can look like and how we can find help and hope! The YANApodcast: Instagram: @the_yanapodcast New episodes every Tuesday! NAMI Philly: Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS Website: www.namiphilly.org NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1 CRISIS RESOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7 support for those in any type of crisis. If you text, “NAMI” to 741741 from anywhere in the United States you will be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Philadelphia Suicide and Crisis Intervention Hotline (215) 686-4420 SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - available 24/7 to help those suffering from addiction find immediate help. Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR): 24 Hour Hotline 215.985.3333 Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, press 1, Send a text to 838255, Chat online Confidential Veterans Chat National Center for PTSD: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/index.asp A Comprehensive List of Various Trauma Organizations: https://ncsacw.samhsa.gov/resources/trauma/trauma-resource-center-websites.aspx --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yanapodcast/support

WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence is on mission to end sexual violence in Philadelphia. I speak to Executive Director Dr. Monique Howard about the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the resources the organization offers to survivors.https://www.woar.org/WOAR 24 HOUR HOTLINE: 215-985-3333There's a terrific discussion series on race sponsored by the Barnes Foundation entitled “Facing Change.” This month the topic is the myth of “white adjacency” – the idea that certain minorities can have access to white privilege. I speak with Kathleen Ogilvie Green from the Barnes Foundation.https://www.barnesfoundation.org/whats-on/talks/facing-changeFirst - Pennsylvania has ended the moratorium on utility shutoffs and the pandemic has put a strain on many household's finances. There is help. I speak to Funmi Williamson, Senior Vice President at PECO's and Chief Customer Officer, who shares information on the many programs offered to provide bill relief. www.peco/billrelief.

WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence is on mission to end sexual violence in Philadelphia. I speak to Executive Director Dr. Monique Howard about the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the resources the organization offers to survivors.https://www.woar.org/WOAR 24 HOUR HOTLINE: 215-985-3333There's a terrific discussion series on race sponsored by the Barnes Foundation entitled “Facing Change.” This month the topic is the myth of “white adjacency” – the idea that certain minorities can have access to white privilege. I speak with Kathleen Ogilvie Green from the Barnes Foundation.https://www.barnesfoundation.org/whats-on/talks/facing-changeThe Clean Air Council is holding their 40th Annual Run for Clean Air. For the second year it's virtual. Katie Edwards from the Clean Air Council fills us in.https://cleanair.org/run/

Today we dive into co-host, Becca Lane's personal story and how she came to be passionate about mental health education, advocacy and support! Becca answers a few questions for us to give an idea of who she is... Becca's Role at NAMI Philly: Young Adult Education Specialist What is your relationship to mental health? I live with mental health conditions such as Bipolar II disorder, ADHD, PTSD, and am a grateful recovering alcoholic and addict. I am an active participant in my recovery and dedicate my time using my own experience to help others. I run our teen mental health awareness education program, Ending the Silence, which involves going out to local schools and youth programs to talk about my own personal recovery journey as well as educate the teens about identifying warning signs and how to find help for themselves and their friends. I struggled severely with my mental illness during my teen years, so it's incredibly rewarding for me to show teens that help is available and that they are not alone. What is your most effective coping skill? Meditation and reaching out to my support system. What does recovery mean to you? I view recovery as each step I take away from a point of crisis and towards a life full of hope and happiness. Best way to start my day: A large cup of french vanilla coffee, a hot shower and a guided meditation with positive affirmations. What three words best describe you? Resilient. Compassionate. Warrior. Other than mental health, what is a subject you are passionate about? Game of Thrones. What is your favorite ice cream flavor? This is a trick question. I don't discriminate. BECCA'S SOCIALS: Personal Instagram: @BeccaLane Facebook: Becca Lane The YANApodcast: Instagram: @the_yanapodcast New episodes every Tuesday! NAMI Philly: Instagram: @NAMIPhiladelphia or @namiphilly_ETS Website: www.namiphilly.org NAMI Philadelphia Warmline: 267.687.4381 OPTION 1 CRISIS RESOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255) Crisis Text Line is a free, 24/7 support for those in any type of crisis. If you text, “NAMI” to 741741 from anywhere in the United States you will be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Philadelphia Suicide and Crisis Intervention Hotline (215) 686-4420 SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - available 24/7 to help those suffering from addiction find immediate help. Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR): 24 Hour Hotline 215.985.3333 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yanapodcast/support

We're back with another CRAZYYY episode.This week Dani covers Linda Hazzard aka the "Starvation Doctor". Linda is a serial killer from the early 20th century who promoted the use of fasting as a medical treatment. Her patients were swindled out of money and essentially starved to death. It's a CRAZY case! Listen in to hear more. Carly finally fills us in on that cliff hanger she left us on from her Megan Is Missing episode (ep.50). This week she is covering Alicia Kozakiewicz. Alicia was a 13-year-old girl who was abducted by a "teenage boy"(older man) she met online. This man kidnapped, tortured, and sexually assaulted her for days. Listen in to hear how the FBI was able to find the man and save Alicia.Follow us on social media - IG, Twitter, Facebook - @SlayorSurvive.Please also subscribe, rate, and review us!Check out our website www.slayorsurvive.comUS RESOURCE:If you know a child that could be in danger or needs help, call the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s 24-Hour Hotline at 1-800-843-5678. To donate or learn more about the NCMEC visit missingkids.orgEUROPEAN RESOURCE:116 000 - Missing Children Europe 24-Hour HotlineMCE’s network of missing children hotlines is operated by national organizations in 32 countries in Europe. Children and families calling the 116 000 European hotline for missing children receive free and immediate emotional, psychological, social, legal, and administrative support 24/7. To learn more visit missingchildreneurope.eu

It's our last episode of 2020! We hope everyone is ready for 2020’s funeral as we get ready to celebrate New Year's Eve. Speaking of NYE, that’s the theme for this episode!This week, Dani covers Colleen McKernan. Just minutes before NYE 2014 Colleen shot her husband Rob McKernan to death. When the police arrived she claimed she shot him in self-defense. The details of this case unfold as Colleen goes on trial to prove her self-defense claim. Was Colleen a survivor of domestic abuse, or was she really just a slayer? Listen in and let us know what you think. Carly covers the kidnapping of Katie Beers. Just two days before Katie’s 10th birthday a family friend, John Esposito, abducted her and locked her in an underground soundproof room he created inside his home. Listen in to hear how Katie’s survivor skills help save her from her captor. Follow us on social media - IG, Twitter, Facebook - @SlayorSurvive. Please also subscribe, rate, and review us!Check out our website www.slayorsurvive.comUS RESOURCES:If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at the thehotline.org or call/text 1-800-799-7233If you know a child that could be in danger or needs help, call the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s 24-Hour Hotline at 1-800-843-5678. To donate or learn more about the NCMEC visit missingkids.orgBELGIAN RESOURCES:1712 (Flemish) - Hotline for all types of violence, domestic (any member of the family) sexual violence, honour related violence, and more, child abuse, elder abuse0800 30 030 (French) - Ecoutes Violences Conjugales (for marital violence)+32 2 534 36 36 (French) - SOS Viol (for sexual violence) 0800 90 901 (French) - Mon Mariage M’appartient (forced marriage helpline)106 (Flemish) - Crisis Situation Helpline (for persons in distress)EUROPEAN RESOURCES:116 000 - Missing Children Europe 24-Hour HotlineMCE’s network of missing children hotlines is operated by national organizations in 32 countries in Europe. Children and families calling the 116 000 European hotline for missing children receive free and immediate emotional, psychological, social, legal, and administrative support 24/7. To learn more visit missingchildreneurope.eu

Special On Demand Request From 01-08-2020 With Pastry Chef Tonisha Jackson!We will be discussing “Pastry Chef Tonisha’s Fight For Her Son With Autism”!SOCIAL NETWORKS AND LINKS FOR THE SHOW:(We Can Be Heard On Various Platforms Such As: Spreaker, Spotify, Apple iTunes, Google Play Music, iHeart Radio and tunein and more)!FACEBOOK:The “Let’s Get It All Out” Show Book It All EntertainmentX Squad Online Radio StationChica Simone Page l Chica Simone Page ll(Chica) Healthy Life CBD StyleDan Didier DomestictrilogySpecial Guest Pastry Chef Tonisha Jackson:Tonisha Jackson (Tonisha Bastine) & JaXon’s PastriesINSTAGRAM:X Squad: @xsquadaffiliatesChica: @chicasimone Chica: @healthylifecbdstyle Chica: @bookitallentertainment Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcuisineDan: @dan_didier Dan: @domestictrilogySpecial Guest Pastry Chef Tonisha Jackson: @pastrychefjackson @jaxons_pastries @threekingsgourmet @cake_atlantaTWITTER:X Squad: @xsquadafiliateChica: @chicasimone Chica: @HLCBD Chica: @bookitallent Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcsDan: @DanDidier5Special Guest Pastry Chef Tonisha Jackson: @pastrychefjack1SPECIAL GUEST ADDITONAL CONTACTEMAIL: (Pastry Chef Tonisha Jackson): Bookchefjackson@gmail.comCONTACT NUMBER: (Pastry Chef Tonisha Jackson): 678-837-8144YOUTUBE:The Let’s Get It All Out Show https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCitBm4yD_v3lMDZ7CYNHdvg (Give Thumbs Up, Subscribe & Hit The Post Notifications Bell!)Chica Simonehttps://www.youtube.com/c/ChicaSimone (Give Thumbs Up, Subscribe & Hit The Post Notifications Bell!)Summer Bri (YouTuber!) (Give Thumbs Up, Subscribe & Hit The Post Notifications Bell!)www.youtube.com/c/summerbri Healthy Life CBD Stylehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5Gaty3QCYm0OFqdK8Pj6KA(Give Thumbs Up, Subscribe & Hit The Post Notifications Bell!)WEBSITES:X Squad: www.spreaker.com (Be sure to FOLLOW X Squad Radio Network on Spreaker and FAVORITE your favorite shows, including The Let’s Get It All Out Show).X Squad: www.xsquadradio.comX Squad: www.xsquadaffiliates.com The “Let’s Get It All Out” Show: www.LetsGetItAllOutShow.com (Chica) Healthy Life CBD Style: https://www.HealthyLifeCBDStyle.comEMAIL & HOTLINE NUMBER:Theletsgetitalloutshow@gmail.com (Hotline Number: 404-692-1968)(Unsigned Artists can submit Clean and Edited tracks in mp3 format with name, contact information, city and state, and track information. In the SUBJECT LINE, type SUBMISSION. If interested in being INTERVIEWD on the show, include a bio with all contact information, and in the SUBJECT LINE, type INTERVIEW).FOUNDATION AWARENESS INFORMATION:JANUARY 2020 - National Human Trafficking Awareness Month!Georgia Cares - https://www.gacares.orgP.O. Box 72419, Atlanta, Georgia 3113924-Hour Hotline: 1-844-8GA-DMSTAdmin: 404-602-0068Fax: 404-371-1030Email: admin@gacares.org Facebook: Georgia CaresInstagram: @georgiacaresTwitter: @georgiacaresPlease Share This Episode! Thank You From ALL Of Us!!

During this pandemic, a virus isn't the only thing that has spread rapidly. Domestic violence hotlines are breaking new records, lighting up both globally and nationally. On this podcast episode Angie McIlquham, Director of Sexual Assault Victim Services at The Bridge to Hope breaks down the direct correlation between COVID-19 life and these alarming new statistics, explaining why this is “prime time” for an abuser. Angie also breaks down privilege and asks us all to check ours, seeking to understand how hard it is for a victim of physical or sexual violence to leave an abusive situation and how to engage with a victim in a way that empowers, rather than seeks to control them the same as an abuser would. If you want to get ahold of Angie or Bridge to Hope contact their non emergency number 715-235-9074 or by calling their 24 Hour Hotline: 1-800-924-9918 or text 715-505-3640. If you or someone you know is in an abusive situation, please don't hesitate to get help today. National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522 Available 24/7. Can connect callers with local resources and immediate support. Also available through online chat tool. National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673 Provided by RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network). Available 24/7. Also available through online chat tool. Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 Available 24/7 for victims of abuse and any other type of crisis. Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-422-4453 Available 24/7 in 170 different languages. Office on Women's Health Helpline 1-800-994-9662 Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Abuse: https://www.wcasa.org/ End Abuse WI for Domestic Violence & Sexual Abuse: https://www.endabusewi.org/

We will be discussing “Doing Our Part To Make America Great Again”!!FACEBOOK:The “Let’s Get It All Out” Show Book It All EntertainmentX Squad Online Radio StationChica Simone Page l Chica Simone Page llDan Didier DomestictrilogySpecial Guest Nazir A. Bey: Nazir Al-Din-BeyINSTAGRAM:X Squad: @xsquadaffiliatesChica: @chicasimone Chica: @bookitallentertainment Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcuisineDan: @dan_didier Dan: @domestictrilogyTWITTER:X Squad: @xsquadafiliateChica: @chicasimone Chica: @bookitallent Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcsDan: @DanDidier5Special Guest Nazir A. Bey: @ceonazirbeySPECIAL GUEST ADDITONAL CONTACT INORMATION: WEBSITE: http://www.bdillc.net EMAIL: ceo@bdillc.net CONTACT NUMBER: 404-610-3839YOUTUBE:The Let’s Get It All Out Show (Content coming soon but please still SUBSCRIBE).WEBSITES:X Squad: www.spreaker.com (Be sure to FOLLOW X Squad Radio Network on Spreaker and FAVORITE your favorite shows, including The Let’s Get It All Out Show).X Squad: www.xsquadradio.comX Squad: www.xsquadaffiliates.com EMAIL & HOTLINE NUMBER:Theletsgetitalloutshow@gmail.com (Hotline Number: 404-692-1968)(Unsigned Artists can submit Clean and Edited tracks in mp3 format with name, contact information, city and state, and track information. In the SUBJECT LINE, type SUBMISSION. If interested in being INTERVIEWD on the show, include a bio with all contact information, and in the SUBJECT LINE, type INTERVIEW).FOUNDATION AWARENESS INFORMATION:JANUARY 2020: National Human Sex Trafficking Awareness (Blue)Georgia Cares https://www.gacares.orgP.O. Box 72419, Atlanta, Georgia 3113924-Hour Hotline: 1-844-8GA-DMSTAdmin: 404-602-0068Fax: 404-371-1030Email: admin@gacares.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GACaresEndDMSTInstagram: @georgiacaresTwitter: @georgiacaresPlease Share This Episode! Thank You From ALL Of Us!!

We Will Be Discussing Tech Talk!!FACEBOOK:The “Let’s Get It All Out” Show Book It All EntertainmentX Squad Online Radio StationChica Simone Page l Chica Simone Page llDan Didier DomestictrilogySpecial Guest Q. McCauley: Creative Egenius Media Group, Inc.INSTAGRAM:X Squad: @xsquadaffiliatesChica: @chicasimone Chica: @bookitallentertainment Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcuisineDan: @dan_didier Dan: @domestictrilogySpecial Guest Q. McCauley: @creativeegeniusTWITTER:X Squad: @xsquadafiliateChica: @chicasimone Chica: @bookitallent Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcsDan: @DanDidier5Special Guest Q. McCauley: @misterqatlSPECIAL GUEST ADDITONAL CONTACT INORMATION:PODCAST: Mr. eGenius! https://anchor.fm/creativeegenius WEBSITE: http://creativeegenius.com EMAIL: create@creativeegenius.com YOUTUBE:The Let’s Get It All Out Show (Content coming soon but please still SUBSCRIBE).WEBSITES:X Squad: www.spreaker.com (Be sure to FOLLOW X Squad Radio Network on Spreaker and FAVORITE your favorite shows, including The Let’s Get It All Out Show).X Squad: www.xsquadradio.comX Squad: www.xsquadaffiliates.com EMAIL & HOTLINE NUMBER:Theletsgetitalloutshow@gmail.com (Hotline Number: 404-692-1968)(Unsigned Artists can submit Clean and Edited tracks in mp3 format with name, contact information, city and state, and track information. In the SUBJECT LINE, type SUBMISSION. If interested in being INTERVIEWD on the show, include a bio with all contact information, and in the SUBJECT LINE, type INTERVIEW).FOUNDATION AWARENESS INFORMATION:JANUARY 2020 - National Human Trafficking Awareness Month!Georgia Cares - https://www.gacares.orgP.O. Box 72419, Atlanta, Georgia 3113924-Hour Hotline: 1-844-8GA-DMSTAdmin: 404-602-0068Fax: 404-371-1030Email: admin@gacares.org Facebook: Georgia CaresInstagram: @georgiacaresTwitter: @georgiacaresPlease Share This Episode! Thank You From ALL Of Us!!

We Will Be Discussing Health & Fitness!!FACEBOOK:The “Let’s Get It All Out” Show Book It All EntertainmentX Squad Online Radio StationChica Simone Page l Chica Simone Page llDan Didier DomestictrilogySpecial Guest Personal Trainer Terrance Wright: Terrance WrightINSTAGRAM:X Squad: @xsquadaffiliatesChica: @chicasimone Chica: @bookitallentertainment Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcuisineDan: @dan_didier Dan: @domestictrilogySpecial Guest Personal Trainer Terrance Wright: @terrancefitnessmax247TWITTER:X Squad: @xsquadafiliateChica: @chicasimone Chica: @bookitallent Chica & Dan: @beyondsoulcsDan: @DanDidier5SPECIAL GUEST ADDITONAL CONTACT INORMATION:WEBSITE: www.fitnessmax247.comEMAIL: CONTACT NUMBER: YOUTUBE:The Let’s Get It All Out Show (Content coming soon but please still SUBSCRIBE).WEBSITES:X Squad: www.spreaker.com (Be sure to FOLLOW X Squad Radio Network on Spreaker and FAVORITE your favorite shows, including The Let’s Get It All Out Show).X Squad: www.xsquadradio.comX Squad: www.xsquadaffiliates.com EMAIL & HOTLINE NUMBER:Theletsgetitalloutshow@gmail.com (Hotline Number: 404-692-1968)(Unsigned Artists can submit Clean and Edited tracks in mp3 format with name, contact information, city and state, and track information. In the SUBJECT LINE, type SUBMISSION. If interested in being INTERVIEWD on the show, include a bio with all contact information, and in the SUBJECT LINE, type INTERVIEW).FOUNDATION AWARENESS INFORMATION:JANUARY 2020 - National Human Trafficking Awareness Month!Georgia Cares - https://www.gacares.orgP.O. Box 72419, Atlanta, Georgia 3113924-Hour Hotline: 1-844-8GA-DMSTAdmin: 404-602-0068Fax: 404-371-1030Email: admin@gacares.org Facebook: Georgia CaresInstagram: @georgiacaresTwitter: @georgiacaresPlease Share This Episode! Thank You From ALL Of Us!!

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  Understanding and Buying Holiday Travel Insurance   Learn the nuances of buying travel insurance so you're actually covered for unforeseen accidents, delays, sickness, theft and more.  Many claims are denied because people don't understand their policy. Don't make that mistake and learn what to buy.   Why Buy Travel Insurance? You buy holiday insurance to help mitigate some of the lossesyou face when your holiday doesn’t go as planned, especially through no fault of your own.  Without insurance, you can be out a significant amount of cash for bookings you are no longer able to use. Americans now spend close to $3 billion a year on travel insurance, and that’s up almost 20%!  I buy holiday travel insurance for every trip I take. To me, it’s a small price to pay for piece of mind in case something goes wrong, plus I have 24 hour assistancewhen something does go wrong.  It's super important to UNDERSTAND what travel insurance is and the types of things it can cover.  It doesn't cover 'stupid' or negligence like being under the influence.  And it's only to try to make you 'whole' not compensate you for your loss.  So in an approved claim, you in effect, get back the money it cost you had the unfortunate event not taken place.  In this podcast episode, I get to better understand travel insurance in my interview with Phil Sylvester of World Nomads.   Links Mentioned:  Active Travel Adventures podcast   World Nomads Insurance quote  Costa Rica podcast episode Tanzania safari podcast(Mickey faceplant!)   The Best Travel insurance can cover things: Before your trip: You or an immediate family member gets sick or dies Your tour or cruise gets cancelled (in fact this just happened to me after I already bought my expensive plane tickets and some non-refundable Airbnb’s before and after my tour) Your flight gets delayed   During Your trip: Your bags get lost, damaged or stolen You miss your connections due to other delays Something you booked gets cancelled You get sick or injured (or worse) Your destination experiences a natural disaster or terrorist attack   HOW TO FILE A TRAVEL INSURANCE CLAIM Before you go: Put in the cloud a copy of your travel insurance policy.  Make sure you know the 24 hour Assistance Contact number and your policy number. READ YOUR POLICYduring the grace periodto make sure that it will cover the risks you don't want to assume.  Please don't ignore this! Something happened...What Do I Do? You will need to call the Assistance Hotline and have this information available: Your current contact phone number Your policy number Be able to describe the problem Be able to tell them your location   World Nomads is my 'Go To' insurance company when I travel for an adventure because they "GET" adventure!  Virtually every adventure I cover on our companion Active Travel Adventures podcast is automatically included in their standard policy - unlike many travel insurance policies!  If you use my links you'll be helping to support the show - at NO additional cost to you -Thanks!  Kit   Not all companies cover all problems that can happen before and after your trip.   Before purchasing any travel insurance policy, you should understand how the policy will help you if these events occur:   MEDICAL NEEDS   What if I get sick or hurt BEFORE my trip?  If you or an immediate family member gets seriously sick or dies and you need to cancel or delay your trip, your travel insurance can kick in.  Note that if these same loved ones get sick or dies while you’re traveling, you are also usually covered to get back home where you are needed. For you, you would need a doctor’s certification that you are unfit to travel or you, your travel buddy or immediate family member be hospitalized , or God forbid, dies. What about dental?  If you have sudden dental emergencies, like an infection or an accident that breaks your jaw, these are the kinds of things most policies will cover.  But they will deny getting that crown you wanted. It covers sudden changes to what were healthy teeth for things that can’t wait until you get home.   What if I get sick or hurt ON my trip?  Travel insurance is NOT health insurance, so most policies do not cover pre-existing conditions.  If you have a pre-existing condition, then be doubly sure to read your policy. Some policies will allow for pre-existing conditions if purchased far enough in advance.  But if you get hit by a tuk tuk in Bangkok or get Dengue Fever in Brazil, this is when you’ll be glad to have travel medical coverage. This kind of coverage takes care of in and out patient medical care, prescriptions, ambulances, etc.  It won’t however cover you for stupidity like getting drunk and passing out on the street to then get hit by said tuk tuk. It will get you healthy enough to travel so that you can either finish your trip or get back home to where your regular medical insurance will kick in. Also super important:  make sure that the activities that you are planning to do are covered under your policy. Many travel insurance policies do not cover adventures.  That is one reason I recommend my affiliate partner World Nomads.  They understand adventure and virtually everything I cover on the Active Travel Adventures podcast is automatically included with their policies.   If you get sick or hurt and are in such bad shape that you need to get home NOW, then you will be glad you have:   Emergency Medical Repatriation  If you get so sick or injured that you cannot continue with your trip, you may require emergency medical evacuation, which can cost over $300,000 -- Ouch!  But if you’re in a country that doesn’t have shall we say, the most advanced medical care and hospital system, you want to buy travel insurance from a company that will get you out of there and into the hands of quality doctors and facilities pronto.  You want a company whose medical team can decide whether to help rearrange your trip to accommodate fixing your problem or figure out the best way to get you out of there, whether by ground ambulance, air ambulance, sea level aircraft, helicopter evacuation, flight changes and upgrades with medical staff if need be.  But what happens in a truly worst case scenario: What if I die on my trip?   Look over your policy to see if it will cover bringing your body home.  Some will pay for the local burial or cremation. Some will pay for the cremains to come home, some with some without a loved one as escort.  Choose your policy based on what you want covered here. Note also that suicide or deaths caused by alcohol or drug abuse will not be covered.  Most policies will also exclude pre-existing conditions. If one of your immediate family members dies while you’re on your trip, this is usually covered.    PERSONAL BELONGINGS   What about my stuff?  How does travel insurance cover my belongings?    Baggage:    Delays:  Most policies cover getting some necessary items if your bags are delayed for a certain period of time.  This will include things like necessary toiletries, perhaps a jacket. Lost:  The carrier has lost your bags.  Most policies cover a specific amount of loss.  If you have fancy electronics, jewelry or cameras, you may need a special rider.  Also check with your homeowner’s insurance policy as you may have coverage there already.  Likewise, some credit cards are now offering some travel insurance that can cover several of the items we are talking about today.  Review your credit cards to see which offers the most comprehensive plan and then consider booking your trip with that card. Damaged by carrier.  If the airline, for example, busts your bag roughly throwing it onto the carousel, this is usually covered. Stolen.  Assuming you weren’t careless and forgot to get your bag off the bus, or you didn’t go to the restroom and leave your bag in the lounge, if your bags get stolen and you’ve taken reasonable precautions, stolen bags are usually covered.  You must file a police report to file a claim. And before you buy a policy, make sure that the country you are living in AND the country you are traveling to are covered under your policy. I see that some do not cover Brazil, for example.   OTHER PERSONAL BELONGINGS: Note also that most prescription drugsare covered if stolen. Stolen Passportsare often NOT covered, so check with your policy.  I think it’s a good idea to take a photo of your passport and visa, and then email it to yourself and a loved one.  I also keep a photocopy in my purse and suitcase. I’ve never had need to use them, but I’m sure if I do, I’ll be grateful for this foresite.  If someone uses my passport fraudulently, my travel insurance company can also help me here. Credit Cards.  If your credit card gets stolen, it’s not usually covered by your travel insurance policy, but your company’s hotline may be of some assistance.  They MAY cover getting the new card to you. On the copy of your passport, write the last four digits of your credit card number and the toll free international or national number to reach customer service if you need their help.  This is what you take a picture of and email to yourself. If your credit card gets stolen and you then don’t have another to continue your trip, this is not considered a trip interruption because you can devise a backup plan. There are limits for the total claim and for an individual item. Say $1000 total and maximum $500 for an item.  So if only my $750 camera got stolen, I could only claim the $500. If you’ve got fancy stuff, consider getting a rider unless you are willing to absorb the excess loss.   Motor Vehicle Accidents Your travel insurance policy probably WON'T cover the damage to your vehicle so MAKE SURE if you rent or drive a vehicle that either your normal auto insurance policy covers you WHERE you will be driving. Otherwise, you will need to purchase the very expensive optional insurance that the lender will offer.  CHECK BEFORE YOU LEAVE SO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO! So the bottom line is, your travel insurance should cover the medical costs of the accident, but not the physical damage to the car.  CAVEAT:  You MUST be driving with a valid license for that country (which may mean an international license) AND not be under the influence or otherwise breaking any laws.   COUNTRY ISSUES What if there’s a natural disaster?   In April 2015, there was a massive earthquake in Nepal, killing over 9000 people.  Most travel insurance policies will kick in to get you home after a disaster, but you need to examine your policy before you buy it, or during the free cancellation grace period afterwards.   If you get hurt in the disaster, then the medical issues we already discussed kick in. If the airports or other transportation systems are shut down, or your accommodations get destroyed or your tour company cancels, this is where you’ll be glad that you have travel insurance coverage.  A natural disaster is likely to kick in several components of your travel insurance policy from trip interruptions, delays and cancellations, to possibly some of the medical coverages. A good travel insurance company will have a 24 Hour Hotline to assist you in making arrangements to help solve your crisis. Note that if a major typhoon is forecasted to hit the Phillipines next week, and you decide to book a trip there during this time, that clause would be excluded because the natural disaster was a known entity.  However, if you booked your trip three months earlier, they could not forecast that particular typhoon. Your policy will usually cover you if you follow the advice of authorities. So that could mean cancel the trip if they are advising evacuation, but no insurance kick in if they do not.  Also, if the authorities advise evacuating , but you decide to watch the storm and then get hurt, you’re going to get denied.  In a similar vein, let’s talk about terrorism.   Terrorism There are limits to the terrorism clauses, but if the even is unforeseen, as most terrorist attacks are, then whatever medical or interruption clauses that might be triggered provided you did not book your trip AFTER the terrorist event.   You can’t utilize this clause if you simply get nervous about traveling some place and want to back out of the trip.  Authorities would have to recommend that people no longer advise visiting a place for the trip cancellation or interruption to kick in.  I had assumed, wrongfully, that when I purchased my travel insurance for my upcoming Middle East trip, that if the terrorist threat increased, that my insurance would kick in.  NOT! There would have to be a serious incident in the places that I am going for me to utilize this clause.   Bottom line is you need to really READ YOUR POLICY during the grace period.   Bottom line is you need to really READ YOUR POLICY during the grace period.   Lots of claims get deniedbecause people are not following the policy guidelines or terms.  For example, again on my Mid East trip, my trip expanded from my original tour. My policy requires me to be covered from door to door from my house.  So the first policy I paid for is null and void because I am now traveling both before and after. So I learned my lesson. Completely plan my trip BEFORE i buy a policy.     Certain companies have guidelines as to WHEN a policy must be purchasedrelative to the date of the first deposit.  If you have an expensive trip in mind, it doesn’t hurt to poke around the insurance website ahead of time to see what the purchasing time windows are.   Then one you’ve planned your trip, add up the NON-REFUNDABLE PORTIONS.  Some things like many hotel rooms you can cancel, right? So don’t include those.  Tally up how much you would be out of pocket if you have to cancel your trip. That’s how much to get the quote for.   Travel Insurance companies calculate rates based on the following: Total cost of the non-refundable parts of the trip Your country of home residence Your destination or destinations.  If you are going several places, generally they want you to list the furthest, but double check so that you are following the rules.  It is worth the call to find out. On my upcoming trip, even though I will be spending the most time in the US, the furthest country is Jordan, so I was instructed to input Jordan.  I noticed my rate quote was the same, however, I didn’t want them to have any loophole to squiggle out of if I have a claim. Your age.  The older you are the higher the cost. Your pre-existing conditions, especially if you want to cover them.  If you have pre-existing conditions, it pays to shop around. Some will allow coverage if bought far enough in advance. How comprehensive you want your policy to be.  Are you adding pre-existing conditions, a jewelry or electronics rider?  If you are going on an adventure, is your activity covered or do you need a special rider?   What about other insurances? Credit Cards.  As mentioned, some offer a skeleton coverage of certain items listed above.  It doesn’t hurt to use a credit card that offers some travel insurance, but I don’t think it’s a good substitute for a comprehensive policy. Travel Agent or Airline coverage:  When you check out, often you’ll be asked to get travel insurance to cover your purchase.  This will only cover the ticket you just purchased. If I am traveling domestically and think that it will be pricey if I have to go home unexpectedly because of Mom, I might buy it, but I usually still prefer the comprehensive policy. Also keep in mind that some agents will sell you a cruise cancellation policy.  This technically is NOT an insurance policy. I still say, stick with a comprehensive policy.   How to Choose Which Travel Insurance and Get a Travel Insurance Quote I recommend World Nomadsbecause they understand adventure and they have a real person review all claims, instead of a machine.  Their policy basically, as it should, requires that you use common sense and don’t be stupid or do stupid things.  And if you’re head is on straight, they are there to help you out when something goes wrong. Your goal is not to make a profit off of your claim, just to not be out of pocket.  I find them affordable and are usually my go to. They do have policy limits that mean I can’t always use them (like my really long and expensive Mid-East trip), but they are my general ‘go to’ insurance company.  If you use my link, you can get a quick travel insurance quote and at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show.  If I can’t use them, then I use: InsureMyTrip.com  I like this website because I can easily compare travel insurance policies and then pick the right policy for a particular trip and my risk tolerance for that trip.  They also have a third person advocate, so if you get denied a claim you feel should have been honored, they can step in and take a look and possibly help. Whichever method you use, I find it easiest to buy my travel insurance online.     CAUTIONS: Cheap travel insurance may not be good travel insurance.  READ THE POLICY. You get a grace period for several days up to two weeks.  During that time, you can review the policy to see if it is the right fit for you.  If you see that you missed something, you can cancel and get your money back so you can find a better policy. You are most likely going to have to upfront a lot of the expensesand then get reimbursed.  I would recommend bringing a credit card with a high limit in case of an emergency.  Otherwise come up with a back up plan (ie, a family friend or relative that may be able to front you some cash). Complete Transcript Note: This is a machine trasncript bound to be full of boo boo's. I provide it (unedited) so that those taht prefer to read rather than listen to the show have the means to do so.  I apologize for any errors:)   Kit: (00:00) Okay. Kit: (00:02) Six months before my husband passed away. Kit: (00:06) Okay. Kit: (00:06) We were sitting in our office and our desperate right next to each other and bill was in remission and somebody had called me to ask me do something. This is in November, asked me if I wanted to do something the following June. And I said, no, I couldn't really plan cause I didn't know what bill's health had been like because his cancer had come back twice already. And so I was just kind of keeping things in limbo. When I hung up, he said, listen kid, I'm feeling good right now. Why don't you go take a trip? All I'm feeling good. And after a couple of years of medical and the stress of bills, cancer and just all the drama and the rentals weren't doing that well. And so anyway, I said, that sounds really sweet. I said, I have always wanted to go to Africa. I knew that would be some place but with never want to go. Kit: (00:47) He said, well go if you can find somebody to go with you. So I emailed my girlfriend Mickey. I said, Hey Mickey, do you want to go to Africa and go to safari within 15 minutes? She emails back. Yeah, let's go. So here we are November and we decided we're going to go on a safari in January. So we ended up driving to Washington d C to get our visa because we didn't trust mailing our passport there and getting it back in time in case there's a snafu because at the time was so short, had another story for another day about the Snafu that happened on the way to the DC. But anyway, so we finally, we go off on our adventure. We head to Turkey for a few days to kind of recoup a little bit of the jet lag before we head into Tanzania. We land at like two o'clock in the morning as all the flights seem to, or picked up by a tour company who takes us to this nice little eco lodge that we're supposed to sleep for a couple of hours, get up, have breakfast and go out in the safari. Kit: (01:38) Everything's great. We've got this cute little room. It's got the mosquito netting. It's kind of cute. Nothing fancy, but it's nice. We sleep maybe two or three hours, get cleaned up. We're walking down this dirt path on the way to where the restaurant area was in the lodge and single file path and all of a sudden I hear Mickey Stumble and I turn around and she does a face plant and just smooshes her face in. So we are in this backwoods area and she's just bleeding and her nose is smooshed and we can't even use the water from the faucet cause it's not sterile enough. So we had to use bottled water, try to clean it and the people at the lodge couldn't have been any nicer, but we just, they just didn't have the, the medical facilities there. Finally we get the doctor and the doctor actually recommended that she be flown to Kenya for treatment and she's like, no, no, no. Kit: (02:32) I just want the stitches and the doctor does it. Everything's fine, no infection. But he doesn't let her go out into the Bush on the safari because of the risk of infection. She'd be too far away from medical care. So she ends up having to spend the entire five day safari time at that lodge, which in hindsight turned out to be a good thing for her because a, she ends up making friends and family members out of everybody she meets and she still keeps up with all those folks this many years later. But B, turns out also that she gets car sick and 70 something years old needs to use the restroom a lot. Not a good combination when you're in a jeep and a safari bumbling around on, on rocky rutted roads. So anyway, end up being a blessing and thank God that she bought the travel insurance even though it took a while to get all the paperwork and all that. Eventually she was reimbursed for the expenses. So today we're going to be talking about travel insurance and I've got an expert on travel insurance and travel safety with us from world nomads and we're going to learn all the ins and outs of travel insurance, what to look out for, what you should be looking for. And without further ado, let's get started. Kit: (03:43) Welcome to the adventure travel show podcast. I'm your host kid parks. Today we're chatting with Phil Sir Vester from world nomads, the company I now buy my travel insurance from. And in full disclosure is also an affiliate of active travel adventures and the adventure travel show. So Phil is a travel safety expert for world nomads out of Australia and he's here today to answer all of our questions about travel insurance. Bill, welcome to the program. Phil: (04:08) Thanks very much for having me. Kit: (04:10) I know people are gonna think travel insurance sounds kind of dry, so let's get people off with a good start and let's tell them some fun stories to show them. This is going to be a fun show. Tell me your favorite happy ending travel insurance story. Phil: (04:23) Oh, we have so many. Oh, okay. Here's one. There was a Florida guy and he was doing base jumping in Switzerland, would you believe? And ended up hanging on a rock ledge quite a way off the ground and was quite badly injured. He got rescued and we got him back home to Florida and because of his head injury it had to be a low altitude flight. You can't just put them on a regular commercial plane, but we got him home and he made a full recovery. So, you know, that was very expensive for us, but it was a great outcome for him. The downside of it is we don't have a base jumping anymore. Kit: (05:01) And one reason I, I should note, the reason I switched to world nomads from my previous carrier is because I cover adventure travel and I didn't realize a lot of the things I was doing wasn't covered under regular policies. Phil: (05:13) Yeah, yeah. Look, we've got, ah, you know, I think it's about of, uh, over a hundred, nearly 200 adventure activities that we will cover. And generally they're ones that are not covered by other people as well. But you know, there are certain things that we don't cover. You know, like if you wingsuit flying or as we'd like to call it plummeting, uh, you know, it's not going to be covered. Kit: (05:37) Oh, I've seen video of that. Yeah. Now that's pretty cool. It was crazy. We don't cover anything that the bar is set, so I've got to be able to do it. And I'm 58 years old and I'm only in reasonable shape. I'm not like a super athlete, so for the most part we just do hiking, biking, paddling, nothing too crazy or too adrenaline kind of stuff. Yeah, so I bet you you also have some pretty interesting, weird stories Phil: (05:58) of just like freaky things. Can you tell us one of those and then we'll get into some of the nitty gritty? Okay. We've had three broken penises. Oh, that's interesting. Yeah. I'll explain this. All right. Just stick with me. Okay. Where are your tone joins the bottom of your mouth? There's that little bit of skin there that sort of, you know, little, yeah, that's a frenulum. All right. Men have got to, yes, the other ones down there, if you tear that it plays a lot and there is an operation that you need to reattach it. It's called [inaudible] to me. I see. And we've had that come up with three times. People that have been away on holiday and they've been having some, you know, some wee time with their partner and something's happened and it's got torn. Kit: (06:46) That's a different kind of adventure than what we cover on this show. However. Phil: (06:50) Yeah. Okay. Uh, okay. Yeah, let's hear it. Few years ago there was a, a customer traveling in India and noticed he had an insect bite and it was getting, you know, kind of itchy and whatever. And then he noticed that it was actually moving underneath there and something that laid its eggs under his skin. So he went to the doctor and the doctor said, go buy a piece of mate and strap it to your lake because the lava inside the maggots inside will be attracted to the role made on the outside, not the inside. And they did, they all lift his leg and went into the meat and he threw it away. We paid for the doctor's appointment, but he had to buy the piece of meat himself. Kit: (07:29) Well that one seems like you came out pretty good on that one. Phil: (07:32) [inaudible] Kit: (07:34) so let's, let's, let's talk a little bit about why should people buy travel insurance? Just to like a, a brief thing. Cause I'm gonna ask you some more detailed questions, but just kind of give us a synopsis of what should be going through our heads when we say, oh, we've got this great trip. Why should we cough up a little extra money? Phil: (07:48) Because there are always unexpected things that happen that mean that you're not able to go on the trip or continue the trip or I have to end it early and these are things that people are just not planning for. I mean who would know a volcano would go off in Iceland and ground or flights in Europe who would know that you know you're going to get hit by a BMO when you're crossing the road in Indonesia, who would know if a close family member is going to be suddenly very ill, which means you have to stay home. These things you can't plan for it. You don't know they are unforeseen. And this is what travel insurance is there for, to make sure that you don't end up out of pocket and don't forget. And travel insurance, it's insurance, it's not compensation. So it's going to make sure that you end up financially where you were if that thing had not happened, but it's not going to compensate you for a bad experience. Kit: (08:42) Right, right. And actually the reason that you just brought up about the a loved one or something, that's the main reason that I started buying travel insurance is I have elderly parents now, it's just an elderly mother. But at 93 and a half years old I that I might get the call one day. I travel so much that I need to go home instantly and they stick it to you at the airfares. And some of them, the tours I do are extraordinarily expensive and I just don't want to be out that much cash. Phil: (09:07) Yep. Yep. Well every sensible willed out. Kit: (09:10) So let's, let's talk about, that's one of the key things that most policies covered and that's trip cancellation. So I'm going to ask you about a couple of different things that I know of about trip cancellation. You can tell me a little bit about what are the kinds of things we need to be looking at. One of which is like natural disasters. You talked about the Iceland and weather things like who decides how bad is a disaster and how does all that work? Phil: (09:32) Well it varies a little bit. I mean it's pretty obvious with the volcano cause when it goes bang, that's it. You know an earthquake, same thing but a a natural disaster. If you, if you check out like the State Department's travel section, they will put up warnings about when things, you know, when they advise you not to travel to a destination. That's a big key factor. The British Foreign Office also do those warnings as does the Australian Foreign Office defect. So we kind of take that is you know the Bible basic. If they say to their citizens, don't go here, then you are not, you can't travel against the adviser. View of the old covenant h case is judged on its merits as well. We have underwriting teams everywhere and they will look at events and they'll go, well this has happened. How has that kind of impact our travelers? And so they will, you know, we're, we're constantly monitoring things that happen around the world. Phil: (10:27) But basically if it works this way, if the, if there's been, you know, some sort of incident in the place that you're going, if the planes are still flying there, if the hotel still open and you know, the roads are still open, you're going. But if any of those things are not happening, you know, like you can't get to it. The roads blocked. The hotel has been forced to close. The tour has had to be canceled because of this incident or you know, there's no, no flights going in and out of the destination, then that's the taste. Kit: (11:00) All right, let's, let's take that a step further with terrorism, which is unfortunately something we have to deal with these days at the State Department, let's say, uh, I'm actually this fall going to several places that are a level two, which it's advise a little bit more caution than the level one. If the State Department moves at two a level three does that kick in the insurance because now it's more advisedly not to go what is level three? So I think it's four levels. So level three is saying, Eh, not a good idea. Like Nicaragua right now is a level three and that they're almost in civil war. Phil: (11:33) Yeah, no you're good for level three but you know, don't go near any of the protests in the streets of Managua. But you know, if there's no advice, no level four advice, then you, yeah, you can use the travel insurance has not yet been cut off. Kit: (11:48) And then now on the the death or a serious illness of a loved one, what are the parameters? Who defines loved one? Phil: (11:55) Look, it is actually defined in the policy wording in the PDS. So yet somebody asked us, we did get a question, somebody said my dog died. Does that count as a close family member? We're really sorry and we understand how you feel about your dog. But no. Yeah, it's generally siblings, parents in laws, but it probably wouldn't extend to cousins. But again, every case is judged on its merits. I mean, if you're sharing your life and you're living in the same house as a cousin and it's a cousin that dies, then we'll, we'll say to that, Kit: (12:31) okay, that actually sounds pretty fair at fair than I would've thought. Um, how about, and then sometimes there's coverage for layoffs if you get laid off and now all of a sudden cash could be a problem. Is that typical or is that something you need to look for? Phil: (12:43) Okay. It does happen. The amend, the one of the other providers as we've got [inaudible] policies for US citizens is if you get called up for military service or you get called up for jury duty or if the business that you work for goes into liquidation, you know, it goes bankrupt and you're required to be there to help clean up and things like that. So there's a lot of reasons why you can cancel around those sorts of areas. Kit: (13:08) Yeah. It sounds like you're actually using some judgment calls, which is nice cause it sounds like it's some of the things that are above and beyond what, what you read in the actual policy. Cause I've looked at the website kind of extensively. So you've talked about the weather and then also if you miss a flight or a connection through no fault of your own. How's all that work? Phil: (13:27) Okay. This is complicated. If you, which lots of us do because you know we'd like to book our own trips and our own flights. If you book a flight from destination to destination B, stop over it with the intention of going to destination C and you book airline number one for a and B, but you book airline number two for B and c and you miss the connection. That's your fault. That's your problem. You didn't allow enough time to be able to make the connection. Whereas if you had booked from a to B to c with airline one the whole way through, it's their responsibility to get you to see. So if you're held up or delayed or your missy connection in destination B, they will sort it out for you and they will put you on the next flight. But in the first scenario where you've got two different airlines as far as airline two's concerned, when you just don't show up, they don't know where you've come from, they don't know you've got a connecting flight, you just haven't showed up. And airline one has, when they eventually get you to destination B, they fulfilled their commitment to you. So it's your fault for not allowing enough time to make the connection in between. So don't leave it a couple of hours if it's really important that do it. Stop over, have a day in the, in destination B. Yeah, Kit: (14:43) that, that's actually happened to me and d was not covered. So I get that one. Now Phil: (14:48) we will book our own cheap flights and we like to make it up ourselves. Right. I get that. But just have to be aware that you leave enough time. Right. Right. Now what about the lost or delayed luggage? How's all that work? You obviously have got to report it as soon as you can at the airport. Always keep those baggage tickets. They stick on the back of your boarding pass varies from, cause I'll take it, you've got not just Americans listening and maybe it's some British people this, no, no actually we are. We're international and we have over a hundred countries. We've got like 13 different policies that cover people from around the world and the wording unfortunately slightly different in the mall. So generally though, if your luggage is delayed for more than 12 hours, in some cases it's only six hours, but you know it's like say 12 hours, check the policy wording, you can then go and spend and get some essentials to make it up. Phil: (15:41) That might mean that you need to go and get some new underwear. You need some toothpaste, you need, you know, some pajamas a you, it may be in a cold climate and you need a new jacket or something like that. You're entitled to go and get those up to a certain amount, which I think is around about $250 a day. And you can claim that back now if it's gone for more than 24 hours, I think there's 24 24 hours. If it's that and then it's considered completely lost, then it's basically as if it's been stolen and we'll pay out the maximum benefit that we've got for your luggage. Now let's switch gears to something that's, that can be really, really expensive and that's medical. So let's, let's talk a little bit about if somebody's got a preexisting condition. For example, a lot of our listeners are over, let's say over a certain age, over 60 a lot of people that we interview here, and they may have diabetes or they may have some heart conditions. Phil: (16:34) How does all that work? Again, with like I said, 13 different policies and different wordings and what have you said, check the policy in the world nomads policy for your country of residence. But there are some of those conditions which we do cover. But if it's not on the list of things we do cover, then we don't. And if you are traveling and something happens that is related to that condition, it won't be covered. So we are not necessarily the right policy for you cause not all policies are everything to everyone. So the reason you should read the policy wording is to make sure that it's right for your circumstances. So you, if you have a preexisting medical condition, you may need to go and choose a different provider who does on their own providers who have screening processes and they will say, yeah we'll cover you for that for an extra premium or no we're not going to cover you for that but we'll cover you for this whatever. We're not one of those because that just adds a layer of complication and slows things down. We are a different type of travel insurance and we might not be right for you. Okay. Now would that be something, do you know of going to like ensure my trip back calm would be a good resource to do that? Sure, Yep. I know of the brand in Australia that has a screening process, but I'm not aware of, I don't know. Kit: (17:49) I used them before I switched to you, but I don't remember them ever asking me about any preexisting conditions. So I guess the bottom line is to read your policy in check while you still have the grace period. That's going to be the only time you can get your money back. If it turns out you inadvertently bought a policy that's not suitable for you. Uh, how about if you have an accident or sudden illness or you eat something? Oh boy, you got sick. What do you do then and what kinds of things are covered there? Phil: (18:15) You have medical bills, so if you're overseas and new VOR, ill look, if it's a minor complaint, find an near clinic and get the medicines that you need and what have you and keep the bill that you get from the clinic and then submit that and you'll be reimbursed if it's a major incident and you're admitted to a hospital. Sadly, when you're admitted to the emergency department, as soon as they've stabilized you to make sure you're not going to die and they've stemmed the bleeding, one of the next people you will see will be somebody from the front office with a clipboard and they're going to be asking you how you're going to pay for this treatment. I'm serious. The person with the clipboard turns up and that's when you go, here's my world nomads policy number, give them a call and they will call our emergency assistance teams and we will swing into action there. Now our in house medical teams will liaise with the people treating you to make sure you're getting the best possible treatment. We will assess the hospital that you're in and decide if there's actually a better one nearby and if it's possible medically advised to move you to get the better quality care and we will pay the bills up front so you can concentrate on getting well rather than having to find your credit card in your wallet. Kit: (19:33) Right now when my girlfriend Mickey, we were in Tanzania and she had a really bad fall and they wanted to fly her to Kenya. She chose not to. Would that have been something when the locals are even saying you shouldn't get that treated here, you better go into the next country, you get better treatment. Is she a doctor? She's not. The doctors were saying exactly she adult number cause she's stubborn. The start ended well but if everybody's saying Eh, you know cause a lot of places we go to our go to may be a little dicey when it comes to the medical scene there. So Phil: (20:07) yeah call, call our emergency assistance team and no it shouldn't be called in emergency. It's like customer assistance team and traveler assistance team. Really like give them a call and say look this has happened. I've had a fall. The locals here and saying don't get this treated here. Go to Kenya. What do you advise we will, you know, you'll probably end up speaking to our in house nurse or our in house doctor who will make the best assessment they can over the phone. And then if it's decided that, yeah, okay, we can't tell from here, whatever, and you do need better treatments so it will get arranged and we'll get you somewhere where you're going to get quality care. And I got to say, if the locals are saying don't do it, I would whoa, Kit: (20:49) you hear that Mickey? Uh, it just, it's, it's so hard cause you know, you, you're so excited to go on your trip and we are walking to breakfast the morning of our safari and she just does this face plant and just smushed her face in and she's just, and she's also, you know, be fuddled and you know, just, it just wasn't what you're expecting that day and you know, surprises happen. And she was just being shook up and stubborn. She's like, no, I'll just go ahead and stitch me up here. So whatever. Like I said, it ended up working out fine, but it was a little traumatic morning. She's pretty tough then, right? Yeah, she's very tough. She's very tough lady, so she's pretty cool. Yeah. All right. So now let's say what, is there any kind of coverage amounts we should ask for or is this something that you have a choice on or how does all that work and any recommendations there? Okay. Phil: (21:41) In Australia, the United Kingdom, we're kind of used to travel insurance being the way it is through world nomad. But Americans are kind of used to a different type of insurance won't see you. This is the value, this is the cost of my trip, this is a value of my trip. And then you get charged and certain percentage of that of the cost as your premium at doesn't work that way. With world nomads, what determines the cost of your premium here is the maximum benefits payable. So you know there was a limit of say $1,500 on lost luggage. So that's the maximum benefit that you can claim and given. And then you go across all the other benefits against which you can claim that determines what the premium will be. So if you are going on a $500,000 trip to tens and year, your insurance premium determined by the, the better maximum benefit of Alpha will be saved. I don't know what it is. I'm making this up. Maybe you know a $150 if you're going on a $50,000 trip to Tanzania, it will still be $150 because of the maximum defined benefit that's payable. So you won't pay any more if you're going on a luxury trip as if you going backpacking somewhere. It's the same because it's defined by the maximum benefit possible. Kit: (22:59) Okay, so so it's so it looks like we need to look at the policy to see what the coverage limits are and if we see that there's a huge gap between what the coverage limits are versus our trip. And most of our trips aren't anywhere near those kinds of things. I've looked at your policies, everything that I've covered so far for the most part outside of maybe Kelly would fall within those ranges. But if you're doing some extraordinary luxury trip, you need to check that closely before you buy. Did I get that right? Phil: (23:26) January. The thing that happens most often is people have got really super duper expensive camera equipment and the maximum benefit for the leading camera is not going to replace it. You know, you might have a $5,000 camera and it's not going to be covered by our benefit limit, but in that case, people who've got big cameras that generally are a part of some sort of professional association or Semiprofessional Association and you know, or photography club or something like that. And those clubs generally will have insurance policies for their members to cover their equipment. So you make sure that your camera equipment is covered in some other way. The world nomads policy has got that equipment benefit level and if that's not sufficient, then you know, you should look at getting additional insurance to cover a specific item Kit: (24:14) and US citizens at Leisha check their homeowners policy because sometimes in particularly we have a rider, you may have coverage there. Phil: (24:20) Oh totally. Yeah, absolutely. Yeah. A lot of home policies will cover it. Things like laptops and cameras when you take them out of that out of the house. Yeah. And they often have higher benefit limits than we do at world nomads. So you know, so you walk into breakfast in Tanzania and you fall and split your face open, but also smash your camera. We will do the medical stuff, but don't claim the camera from a, the camera damage without his claim. The camera damage with your other insurance Kit: (24:47) and when you buy something expensive, make a copy of the receipt because a lot of times your credit card company will offer some insurance because they figured we're going to forget all about it. So that's another little hidden insurance benefit that you may have and not even realize you have now also gets a little bit confusing with the insurance with the Schengen travel insurance in Europe. Can you explain a little bit about that? That whole thing was kind of new to me anyway. Phil: (25:10) You know, the USTA that you need to get into America, which is you have to apply for clearance for these at free entry. It's kind of like a visa to say you don't need a visa. Right. That's what's going to happen in Europe as well. You're gonna need to apply so that they can screen you beforehand to say that you're eligible for visa free entry. That's all that is. Kit: (25:32) I thought there's a requirement for travel insurance with that now too. Uh, Phil: (25:36) probably a requirement for medical insurance. So your travel insurance will cover that. Kit: (25:40) Oh, okay. That's probably what they're going after. Okay. All right. Yeah. So yeah, cause I understood that you had to show some kind of proof of insurance. Phil: (25:47) You've already got travel insurance, which includes medical, you see if you've only taken out trip insurance, so you have any cupboard, you know the flight that doesn't include medical, which is why travel insurance is as an all encompassing trip insurance, medical insurance, evacuation insurance as a combined product. That's why that's better to have because as you say, and you know you're going to have travel insurance anyway. Kit: (26:12) Right, right. And then also I read too that sometimes some travel agencies and cruise lines and all that, they'll push travel protection, which is quite different from travel insurance. Can you talk about that a little bit? Phil: (26:25) Yeah, that, that's like the trip detection. So what they are doing there is they are selling a product and you can buy it at a kiosk at airports in the United States you are offering insurance against the cost of that travel ticket so it doesn't cover anything else. It doesn't cover your medical costs. It probably doesn't cover loss of your baggage and what have you. But if the flight is delayed or the flight is canceled, then you can make a claim for insurance compensation thing that to cover your costs that you've lost. So it only covers one thing and they are making around about, I would suggest, I don't know for sure, but I reckon they're making about 50% commission on that insurance that they sell you. Kit: (27:07) Yeah, that's about what I read too. So, yeah, so it's not necessarily a good value. And, and people are getting confused between protection and insurance or what they have in their mind, what they're buying. Phil: (27:18) Correct. And they're using the word protection for that reason. Kit: (27:22) Is there any tips you can give us about how to not only just evaluate insurance policy, but also the company behind it? Because there's, you know, everybody's heard of the nightmares, oh, I bought insurance and they didn't pay anything and Blah, blah, blah. How we evaluate looking at a company Phil: (27:40) such a major, it's really great for that. Go onto the company's website, find their Facebook site, find that, see what people are saying, go on other travel forums, see what people are saying it as well. Because you know, read it is a great place to find information like that as well. It is such a heavily regulated industry worldwide that there are no dodgy operators. You're not going to buy insurance and it's not properly bad. It just doesn't happen. So you're pretty safe with going who maybe you choose with the product that they are offering, which is right for your circumstances. It's very, very, you're not, you're just not going to fond an insurance company that goes bankrupt. But their processes for handling claims about whether they are good at that or not, we'll be very, very clear on social media. But don't forget as well, lots of people get very upset on social media of like, oh, I paid all this money and they won't pay my claim. Phil: (28:34) There's not an entitlement to be paid for something. You actually have to play by the rules. And in lots of cases, people you know, have done things which are not covered. We had a case recently where a customer was upset, they got altitude sickness was, they were in Nepal and they were at 4,900 meters, but they had purchased a policy that only covers up to 4,600 meters and now it's only 300 meters and can, yeah, but you know, that's what the policy wording said. You know, that's the one you chose, but then you've done something different. You've just, so maybe you originally plan not to go above that altitude, but then suddenly you found a reason to, he could've called us up an upground new policy to get covered, but you didn't. So now you're saying, oh, it's not fair that you've rejected my claim. We ended up paying by the way, because you know, yeah, it is only 300 meters or so, but a lot of the complaints that you get, Oh God, they won't pay my claim. It's, yeah, it's because you don't qualify to get it paid. Kit: (29:37) Okay, and then that brings up the other thing too is a lot of times are mad because they might've done something negligent or they might have been under the influence or can you talk a little bit about that and maybe give some stories about that? Phil: (29:49) Yeah, sure. Here's an example for you. For Australian customers who go to Bali a lot, it's very great destination. We go there a lot. It's very close by. It's like our Cancun place. 60% of the claims that are made related to motorcycle injuries out of Bali, we reject because they are not licensed to ride. They're not wearing a helmet or that under the influence or what we call the unhappy Trifecta. All three drunk, no license, no helmet. And they crash and fall off like a client, sorry, not happening. So we reject 60% of those, uh, those, those requests. Kit: (30:28) I like beer. So if I have one beer and something happens to me, I'm not covered. Or do you have to have a certain limit or, or, or is there a, a formula that you use? Phil: (30:38) Yeah, every case is judged on its merit. Somebody will assess your claim and they will make investigations and they will get the toxicology report from the hospital where you're admitted and we'll find out how much alcohol was in your system. And then they will make a person, a person will make a decision on whether your state of intoxication may have contributed to what happened to you. So there's no hard and fast rule because common sense prevails. And I know people will find this hard to believe. But it is true if we get somebody and you know, these are people that we care about, these are our customers, these are our, you know, these are nomads. We want them to travel. We will look and go, well under this part of the policy, we wouldn't pay that claim. But, uh, there's a contradictory part of the policy over here that says we are able to, to pay it. Phil: (31:29) You know what, let's use that one and pay the claim. And as long as you can justify that, I mean then we can, we can look after you and we're gonna we don't, we don't want to strand people in hospitals with huge bills. If there's some way that we can find that is going to pay it, then we will do that. So some a person is making that assessment on your claim. So, you know, we try and put as much humanity into that as we possibly can. But if you're over 0.05 or 0.08 or whatever the legal blood alcohol limit it is in the place where you have the accident, then it's very likely that it's going to be, you know, a contributing factor. But look, if you've had one drink and your sensibly walking back to your accommodation rather than riding a motor scooter and a vehicle Koreans off the road and hits you, you could be as drunk as a skunk, but as long as you know, because that was somebody else's fault, you did not contribute to what happened to you. Phil: (32:24) So it's interesting as well by the way, because we were looking at this now that they've legalized cannabis in Canada and it's like how do we treat that? And there is such a, you know, people do go to destinations because cannabis legal or at least dispensed in places in the United States and the same thing applies. But the, in Canada, the government has said if you are intoxicated, if you are under the influence and you have a traffic accident, then you will be judged. So the Canadian government advisers don't smoke and drive at all. And we would be kind of following that advice as well. So that's the rural set up there. But I mean it's really easy to determine what your blood alcohol level is, but not quite sure how it is to determine how intoxicated you are by cannabis. So go easy. Kit: (33:13) And then also if somebody is, we do a lot of hiking on this program. If so many clients at the top of the mountain, they're just too tired to come down. You don't send a helicopter for them, do you? Nope. Nope. That's their problem. Right? Have people tried? Phil: (33:28) Sure. We've got a massive problem with that in Nepal at the moment because there are lots of helicopters operating there and a lot of very tired and grumpy and saw people at the tops of Trex who can't face another four days trekking back. And it is a problem. And, and if they are claiming to have symptoms of altitude, mountain sickness, altitude sickness, then first priority is to look after their welfare. So, you know, they will get medically evacuated and yeah, and it's, it's a problem if you are at the top of mountain and you haven't planned well on up, what will happen is night will fall, a blizzard will come, the local Alpine rescue team will be throwing in an action and they will come and get you off the mountain and put you in a hospital. Then that's where your travel insurance takes over and we start paying your medical bills and we are canceled and miss trips and all that sort of stuff. So No, there is no helicopter with the world nomads, you know, our little symbol Sanchez, the little sort of in command, there's no helicopter with cheers plays and on it that will come and get you. Sorry, Kit: (34:42) I definitely get that. You've got so many people that are hidden to Nepal, they're not doing their training, they have no altitude prep at all. And then they just wanna be able to show an Instagram that they did this or they did that. So now I totally get that you shouldn't have to pay for somebody arriving woefully unprepared. Phil: (34:57) Why would you put yourself in that position in the first place? I mean, it's like airbags in cars, right? So people go, I've got their bags so they stopped wearing their seatbelt. You know? Why would you put yourself in the position where you haven't planned appropriately, where you may find yourself too tired to get back down where you've gone? Why would you do that to yourself? Kit: (35:14) Well, they may not have the experience to know. Yeah, maybe. I think with Instagram and, Oh, I've got another question coming up about that. You know, they, they see people doing all these things and they want to do it and they may, you know, I heard of somebody thought she was going to the Appalachian trail, pushing a shopping cart, you know, I was like, has she done any homework whatsoever before she started out? Phil: (35:35) Well, here is another about travel insurance. All right. We don't cover the stupidity. Seriously. You're doing a really dumb thing. We don't cover that. Kit: (35:43) Got It. Got It. All right. What about people that are not traveling so specific with specific dates? And this is a very personal question because I got a really complicated project this fall that I'm going to multiple destinations over the course of several months with time in between that I haven't really, I haven't booked the flight yet. I book the tours, booked the conferences, so combined it's too much. So do I do an individual policy or do I do chunks of policies or how, how do I do something like that? And what do you do with people that are just traveling nomadically and don't really know where they're going to be? Is there annual policy or chunk policies or what do we do? Phil: (36:22) Well, you can get a policy that covers you for the world worldwide. So let me get this straight. So you're going away and then you're coming back at an indeterminate time. At the end of all of this, you're not coming back home in between. Correct. By a policy right now because you've already outlaid money on tools and what have you. Get a policy now that covers the dates that you're going to go. And if you don't think you're ever going to come back, then get worldwide for up to six months. Now. Federal regulations when you can't do more than six months at a time, but you can renew your will nomez policy while you're on the road. So you just get online and extend it. And if you've got worldwide then you can go anywhere that you like. But if you know you're going to a specific region, you can get a policy for Asia, you can get a policy for South America out of world nomads. So it doesn't really matter where you go within that region. Kit: (37:12) How about some credit cards bragged that they offer travel insurance? Can you talk about that? Phil: (37:17) Yeah, sure. And they do. And the policies are generally underwritten by the same people that are underwriting, you know, specific providers. But you again have to read the policy wording to see what they cover. They often have a higher deductible than a it standalone travel insurance provider. And there may be criteria around how it's activated. Do you have to tell them beforehand? Do you have to have paid all of your trip portion of your trip or pay for on the credit card. So make sure you know how it's activated. Then check who the emergency assistance company is that they are using. Cause it's not, you know, somebody in your bank who's going to help you and you're in trouble. They've, they've got service provider, find out who they are and you know you can make an assessment of those as well. And the other thing is what is the emergency assistance number that comes with your credit card insurance? Phil: (38:12) You have to dig around pretty hard to find that sort of information. And the other thing is you don't know exactly how much you pay for that. They go, it's complimentary, it's included in your credit card. But they don't tell you how much that travel insurance policy is actually costing you. You've got a willed nomads, you know you're paying, you know, $109 for that policy, but you get this complimentary, not free, but complimentary travel insurance and they're stinging you for it. It's all the charges that you're paying for that. So it's actually not very good value either. And just on a personal level, if you're, you know, if you've just face planted in Tanzania, are you really going to call your bank to look after you? Why wouldn't you know like let's get a, you know, let's get a specialized travel insurance provider to run it for you. I don't know, like it's there and if it suits you again, you know, like I said, we'll know him as policies. I'm not going to be perfect for everybody. Maybe the one that comes with your credit card is perfect for you, then go for it. Kit: (39:16) What about to a, sometimes our car insurance here in the states covers, at least in the United States, I've never, I can't remember overseas if I rent a car, I'm covered on that. Does that translate in travel insurance when you're traveling outside of the area or can you talk about that a lot? Phil: (39:35) Well, you'll so unsure about it. I'm pretty sure everybody else's does. My American car insurance cover me for that excess damage waiver. I think they call it, Kit: (39:45) does my car coverage? If it says it does, does that cover a scooter in Vietnam for example? I have no clue. Phil and I went back and forth on this auto insurance and what's covered and what's not covered, and I edit out all that junk because the bottom line is, is you need to check with your auto policy here at home first and see what is covered there. And if it doesn't cover you where you're going, you're going to need to buy whatever the insurance is at the place that you're going with whatever the vehicle is, whether it's a scooter or a car, whatever. And the key thing is, is you've got to make sure that you have a valid driver's license for the location that you're going to be in. And that might require having an international driver's license. You have to wear the hell about or follow whatever the rules of the roads are in that country. Kit: (40:30) And you can't be breaking any rules, which means you can't be under the influence and you gotta be following the law. So your travel insurance basically will cover the medical problems if you have an accident and assuming that you are following the rules but it will not cover the auto vehicle damages. That's what your auto policy needs to cover. And if you don't have an auto policy, you need to buy one from the company you're renting from. So that's the bottom line. And some policies may cover your deductible on auto accident but not the actual accident. So I can not emphasize more clearly you need to read the policy, you get a grace period after you buy the policy, you download the policy, you actually read it and see is this a suitable policy for you and are you willing to take the risks that are not covered. Your policy will spell out in black and white what is and what is not covered. And you cannot expect them to make exceptions. That's just the way it is. Okay, so let's switch gears and let's talk about stolen baggage. Phil: (41:37) The biggest problem we have, and it's a little unfair, is what's what's considered to be unaccompanied baggage. If you are not paying proper attention to your belongings and they get stolen, the loss may not be covered. And sometimes that gets down to, oh I just put it on the table now turned around for one second. And it's like, yeah, well that was unattended baggage as opposed to, you know, I, I left it over there and walked away to another shop and came back, which is quite obvious. So sometimes it can sound really unfair about the way it is treated. So please look after your belongings. Don't put your cell phone down on a table and turn around just for a second. Cause in some places that we traveled to, they are or can be solid on the black market for like, you know, a month with wages for somebody local. So look after your belongings, don't leave them unattended. And don't be surprised if you do and your claim is questioned. Kit: (42:40) Let's, so let's talk about theft. You're walking through the markets and somebody snatches your purse. Phil: (42:46) So you had it on under your arm. They still grabbed or they cut, they cut the strap and ran off with that. Yep. Is that covered? Yeah, it happens all the time. Hatton. Just recently, actually a friend of mine works for a big international airline and they have had two or three of the cabin stuff, have had the handbags snatched by motorcycle thieves. You know, they ride by and just pull them off. There's an Australia woman who died because of that, about three or four years ago. So yeah, look, if you're injured in that, yes. If the bag has got valuables in it and it will often have things like your passport in it, yeah. Then the cost of replacing those items will be covered. That is absolutely. They left lots of baggage. Yes. It's covered. Plus you may have been injured as well, so we'd cover your medical bills Kit: (43:34) and so what kind of proof do we have to present to you? It's something like that. I mean, I don't take a picture of what's in my purse. How do we have to show you that we've actually had a loss? Phil: (43:42) Well, it's pretty obvious with a passport. I don't have it. I can't leave the country. I need to go and get a new one. If it's something like a camera or something like that, and you should do this with all of your positions that you take away. Nobody keeps the receipts when they bought stuff. You know, maybe you've had your camera for five years and you don't know where that receipts gone and what have you. But to prevent fraud, we're going to need some sort of proof that you owned it in the first place and some sort of proof that I actually was stolen from you. So the proof that you had it in the first place, if you've got the receipt, great, nobody does. But if you tape, you're the one person that does,

Watch video or download podcast belowPodcast supported by https://bp242.isrefer.com/go/mh5dc/yoganow/mh5dc () L. Robert Veeder What is the truth behind the staggering level of alcoholism & addiction in the United States & the world? In this compelling conversation you will learn from Robert what it means to be an alcoholic & addict and how to recover. With Robert's personal and at times heartbreaking story, you will hear the cost of human life from drunk driving. How do you go from a tragic accident, where six lives are lost, go to prison - then get sober and become a well trusted member of the community and a recovery therapists and coach. With over 15 years of sobriety, Robert holds a health science degree with a concentration in substance abuse counseling. Today he is on a mission to help as many people as possible to get and stay sober. Show Notes 2:18 What alcoholism & addiction is 2:37 200 Million+ active alcoholics in the world 3:08 3/4 of the cost of alcohol misuse is related to binge drinking 10:35 Smoking triggers the same chemical in the brain as alcohol 12:08 Alcohol related problems are the third leading cause of death in the U.S. 14:19 Treatment options – what is effective today 16:40 Portugal de-criminalizing drugs – instead offers help and treatment 19:40 How many alcoholics actually recover 20:56 Robert's personal story of early alcoholism 28:46 A tragic car accident with multiple fatalities 34:20 Prison, recovery & becoming a recovery therapists 44:30 Facing your guilt and shame 45:42 What to do if you need help 49:11 There's nothing wrong with not drinking   [gallery link="none" size="large" ids="3349,3355,3345,3350,3352,3347,3348,3351,3346"] Robert Veeder LinksWebsite: https://theprisonsketches.blog/author/engagedsobriety/ (The Prison Sketches) The Today Show: https://www.today.com/video/man-convicted-in-deadly-drunk-driving-wreck-vows-to-honor-victims-1428243011735 (Robert's Appearance ) Huffington Post: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/drunk-driving-prison-recovery_n_5c094681e4b0844cda50dee5 (Robert's Feature Article) National 24 Hour Hotline: 800-662-HELP (4357) Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.aa.org/ (https://www.aa.org/) Email Contact: abetterhigh@gmail.com  

Welcome to the LI Law Podcast.  We feature legal issues and developments which affect Long Island residents and business owners.  The podcast focuses on Long Island law topics and includes greater New York court and legislative happenings.  If you are one of the approximate 8 million residents of Long Island (Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings counties), or want to enjoy all law-related matters on Long Island, this podcast is for you! Your host, Zehava Schechter, is an attorney admitted to the New York Bar for 30 years.  She concentrates her private practice in estate planning, administration, and litigation; real estate law; contracts, and business formation and dissolution.  If you like this podcast, you may want to look for Zehava's monthly articles in the Malverne/West Hempstead Herald and the Beacon newspaper. Our guest on this 8th episode is Colleen Merlo, the Executive Director of L.I. Against Domestic Violence.  L.I. Against Domestic Violence (LIADV) is committed to the empowerment of victims and survivors of domestic violence through supportive services including hotline, counseling, vocational training, emergency shelter, prevention and educational resources and legal advocacy. Organizational Focus: L.I. Against Domestic Violence is proud to be a pioneer in reaching out to victims and survivors of abuse on Long Island for over 40 years. LIADV offers comprehensive services that address the multi-faceted needs of a victim and the entire family and provides services to build on clients' resiliency and promote lifelong healing. They welcome all victims of domestic violence, regardless of race, creed, language, gender, age, sexual orientation, social economic background, or other social class.   Colleen Merlo has worked for more than 20 years in the not-for-profit sector, focusing on issues of violence, gender equity, mental health and poverty.  Serving as the Executive Director of L.I. Against Domestic Violence since June 2014, her visionary leadership has increased capacity and broadened the agency's ability to respond to the changing needs of L.I.  Ms. Merlo earned her MSW Work at SUNY Stony Brook.  She is a past Co-Chair of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of L.I.  Ms. Merlo serves on the Board of the Health and Welfare Council, the Association for Mental Health and Wellness and on the Suffolk County Family Violence Task Force, chairing the Prevention Sub-Committee. Ms. Merlo enjoys nature, yoga, spending time with her family and two dogs and promoting a vegan lifestyle. Contact information for LIADV (primarily serving Suffolk County residents): 320 Carleton Ave, Suite 8000 Central Islip, NY 11722 Office telephone: 631.666.7181 24 Hour Hotline: 631.666.8833 c.merlo@liadv.org www.liadv.org   Contact information for The Safe Center LI, Inc. (primarily serving Nassau County residents):    The Safe Center LI, Inc. 15 Grumman Road West, Suite 1000 Bethpage, NY 11714 Office Telephone: 516.465.4700 24-hour Hotline at 516.542.0404  Thank you, Colleen, and welcome to the podcast!  Please contact us with your general questions or comments at LILawPodcast@gmail.com.   W. Zehava Schechter, Esq. specializes in estate planning, administration and litigation; real estate law; and contracts and business law. Her law practice is located on Long Island.  No podcast is a substitute for competent legal advice.  Please consult with the attorney of your choice concerning specific legal questions you may have.    

This week Michelle Fern welcomes, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, board-certified emergency critical care veterinary specialist and toxicologist, and host of ER Vet on Pet Life Radio, to discuss keeping your cats safe during the Halloween season, and upcoming holidays. If you want to avoid a kitty CATastrophe this spooky season, tune in! ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center 24 Hour Hotline: 888-426-4435 More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Halloween Safety Tips for Your Cats with Michelle Fern

Transcript Nancy Salas, born in Nayarit, Mexico struggled with mental health realities after a family secret was disclosed to her. This secret shattered her life and spiraled her world into self-destruction. Nancy Salas had an epiphany after the birth of her daughter at the age of 16 years old that changed her perspective of the world. We talk about the psychological perspectives that helped her begin recovering, and the boundaries she learned from therapy that she had to set in place with her familia.  Find more about Nancy Salas at her family's YouTube channel: RealityChangers IG: @SimplyNancySalas Twitter: @NanSal26 Facebook:@RealityChangersFamily Resources:  Self-Injury 24-Hour Hotline: 1-800-334-HELP Suicide Support Line: 1-800-273-8255 (en español tambien) For more hotlines & tips on ways to stop: www.selfinjury.com Finding a Therapist Let me know what you thought about today’s episode! If you have any questions for myself or Nancy, contact her on her social media handles, or email me at latinxtherapypodcast@gmail.com  

Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Terri Matthews founder and CEO of Jaden's Voice, Lucress Irizarry Faith in God Family Restoration, Nikki Founder and CEO A Humbled Heart about an event designed for children with autism and their families. Celebration beyond the Spectrum takes place December 15 at LegoLand Plymouth Meeting 6:30-9:00. For more info go to www. Jadensvoice.org. Time Magazine has declared the #metoo movement as person of the year and each day seems to reveal new revelations of sexual assault or harassment. Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Monique Howard Executive Director of Women Organized Against Rape about what to do if you are a survivor and what this #metoo movement means for us as a society going forward. https://www.woar.org/ WOAR 24 Hour Hotline: 215-985-3333

Time Magazine has declared the #metoo movement as person of the year and each day seems to reveal new revelations of sexual assault or harassment. Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Monique Howard, Executive Director of Women Organized Against Rape about what to do if you are a survivor and what this #metoo movement means for us as a society going forward. https://www.woar.org/ WOAR 24 Hour Hotline: 215-985-3333

Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Terri Matthews founder and CEO of Jaden's Voice, Lucress Irizarry Faith in God Family Restoration and Nikki Founder and CEO A Humbled Heart about an event designed for children with autism and their families. Celebration beyond the Spectrum takes place December 15 at LegoLand Plymouth Meeting 6:30-9:00. For more info go to www. Jadensvoice.org. Time Magazine has declared the #metoo movement as person of the year and each day seems to reveal new revelations of sexual assault or harassment. Loraine Ballard Morrill speaks with Monique Howard Executive Director of Women Organized Against Rape about what to do if you are a survivor and what this #metoo movement means for us as a society going forward. https://www.woar.org/ WOAR 24 Hour Hotline: 215-985-3333

Joyce welcomes Shirl Regan, president and CEO of the Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh to the show. Ms. Regan will discuss in detail the mission of the organization, which provides high quality, confidential and free programs offered in an environment where cultural competency, justice, autonomy, restoration and safety are priorities. Current programs include: 24-Hour Emergency Shelter, 24-Hour Hotline, Children's Program, Empowerment Center (Support Groups), Legal Advocacy, Medical Advocacy, Civil Law Project, Education and MEN/S Group.

REPORT ACTS OF KINDNESS ON THE NEW 24 HOUR HOTLINE (916) 273-8586 Kindness Network is a show dedicated to increasing the level of kindness awareness. To be a member of Kindness Network, all you have to do is to perform at least one act of kindness every day. Callers to my show share their kindness experiences (giving or receiving) creating a "kindness consciousness" that can truly change the world. Be kind, and call. - Mark Turner