Podcasts about victim services

Claire de Mézerville López is joined by co-host, Executive Director of IIRP Canada, Pat Lewis, for a special IIRP Canada series, highlighting the use of restorative practices and restorative justice across Canada. In this episode, they welcome dedicated community leader, Nicole Chouinard, to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Nicole joins us to share how she and her team collaborate with schools across seven communities and over 30 schools to embed restorative practices early on—training teachers, engaging parents, and creating safe, supportive spaces for students. In a region deeply shaped by transient workforces and past emergencies, these efforts are helping young people build lasting relationships, cultural pride, and emotional safety. Sharing her journey into restorative justice and the stories of youth who were positively affected by their involvement in restorative justice processes, she highlights the emotional depth of her work—navigating the unpredictability of human experience while advocating for victims' voices and supporting accused youth on their healing journeys. Nicole and her husband have called the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) home since 2009, where they live, work, and play.  In 2012, Nicole transitioned into her role as a leader within the RCMP Support Services Branch, where she became involved with Victim Services and Restorative Justice. The exposure to these programs opened a passion to advocate for change in how justice is viewed, amplification of victims' voices, better understanding of why a client causes harm, and improvement of community connections and supports. In 2020, Nicole started the process to grow Restorative Justice within the RMWB and has been instrumental in its success, including continued collaboration with stakeholders and the community. Since completing her Legal Assistant Diploma through SAIT in 2007, Nicole has been embedded in careers with legal backgrounds through work with quasi-judicial boards including the National Energy Board, Alberta Energy Regulator, Assessment Review Board, and the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.  Tune in to understand how restorative practices can prevent violence, promote healing, and empower youth.

We are joined today by Josh and Sarah from the A Podcast Will Save This Relationship! Check out all their links HERE! Resources to support those affected by the Lapu Lapu Festival -24-hour assistance centre at Douglas Park Community Centre at 801 West 22nd Ave. Vancouver Police Department officers and Victim Services professionals are on-site to offer support. VPD support can also be reached at 604-717-3331. -VictimLinkBC is a toll-free, confidential, multilingual service available across B.C. and the Yukon 24 hours a day, seven days a week by Phone/Text: 1-800-563-0808 or Email: 211-VictimLinkBC@uwbc.ca -310 Mental Health Line at 310-6789 -Crisis Line at 1-800-784-2433 Become a Patron or YouTube Member for ad-free episodes and bonus stories every Monday and Friday as well as exclusive content:⁠ Cultiv8 Patreon⁠ or⁠ YouTube Membership⁠   Head to ⁠https://factormeals.com/factorpodcast⁠ and use code WIKI50OFF to get 50% off! Head to ⁠https://hometownhero.com/⁠ and use code REDDIT for 20% off your first purchase. (Timestamps are approximate due to dynamic ad insertion. Consider being a Patron or YouTube member for ad-free episodes) On today's AITA episode we have:(00:00) - Intro(05:59) - AITA for making my sick husband clean up his vomit?(15:19) - AITAH for being in the delivery room while my sister gave birth? (23:56) - AITA for having a bunch of formulas written on my Calculator? (39:05) - AITAH for buying my boyfriend flowers after he mentioned most men only get them when they die. Be sure to hit like, subscribe, and follow us on all social media platforms for all things Reddit on Wiki! Click here for our Social and Donation Links:⁠ https://linktr.ee/redditonwiki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textArvada partners with two organizations providing support and healing for victims of crime and child abuse in our community. Jennifer Griffin of Victim Outreach Incorporated and Don Mosley of Ralston House discuss their organizations' missions, services, and unique partnerships with the City of Arvada. Mentioned in the episode:Victims Rights Week (April 8 - 12) Jefferson County Courage Walk on Saturday, April 12National Child Abuse Prevention Month (April)Ralston House Pinwheel GardenNews & Events:First 2025 Bulky Item Drop-off Event is Saturday, April 26Mayor Simpson's State of the City is Friday, April 18 (hosted through the Chamber of Commerce)Kite Festival is Sunday, April 13Majestic View Nature Center Earth Day Poster Contest is open!Be a host for the Nature Center's Pollinator Garden TourArvada Reservoir is open for the seasonVisit us at ArvadaCO.gov/Podcast or email us at podcast@arvada.org.

In this episode of the Voice 2 Change podcast by Jane Doe No More, we talk with Rachel Henderson about the Gail Burns Smith, Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners (SAFE) program in Connecticut. Rachel explains how the SAFE program provides a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to conducting medical forensic exams for sexual assault survivors. The conversation highlights the importance of the SAFE program in bridging healthcare and legal systems to support survivors, discussing how forensic nurses are trained, the challenges they face, and their impact in empowering survivors through choice and support. The episode also underscores the critical services provided by the Connecticut Judicial Branch Office of Victim Services, offering extensive support and resources for victims throughout their healing and legal journey.Rachel Henderson is the response program manager for the Connecticut Judicial Branch Office of Victim Services, specifically for the Gail Burns Smith, Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) program. With over a decade of emergency department nursing experience and 25 years of providing emergent patient care across the state, Rachel brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role. She oversees 33 SAFE professionals who respond to eight hospitals and one student health center in central and eastern Connecticut.Topics Discussed:Explanation of SAFE programIntegration of law enforcement and healthcare systemsMale nurses' challenges and patient comfort considerationsCore of empathetic careMeeting patients where they areEmpowering patient rights and choicesBuilding rapport and collaboration with advocacy groupsRole of forensic nurses in courtrooms and legal processesNoticing a gap in staff confidence for assault casesEffects of compassionate care on patient behaviorConnect with Jane Doe No More:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Janedonomore.org

Cindy Adams interviews Andy Kahan, the Director of Victim Services for Crime Stoppers in Houston, about his unique role in advocating for victims of violent crime. Andy discusses his extensive career in criminal justice, his efforts in pushing through legislation to enhance victims' rights and public safety, and his controversial fight against the sale of 'murderabilia'—items connected to famous criminals and serial killers. Throughout the episode, Cindy delves into Andy's background, his experiences growing up in New York, and the challenges he faced as a parole and probation officer, which led to his current advocacy work. They also cover his personal collection of murderabilia, showcasing items like hair samples and letters from notorious figures, and the ethical issues surrounding this niche market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan, 14, 2024 - We get to know Bea Hanson, who took over as director of the state Office of Victim Services last spring, and discuss funding being made available to services for crime victims in New York.

Kathryn Turman served as the Assistant Director over the FBI Victim Services Division from 2002 – 2020. Former FBI Director Robert Mueller brought her to the FBI several months after the September 11th attacks with the mission to establish a robust, professional victim services program. In 2005, Ms. Turman established a terrorism and mass casualty Victim Services Response Team that has become an international model. Prior to joining the FBI, Ms. Turman served in the Department of Justice as Director of the Missing and Exploited Children's Program, Chief of the Victim Witness Assistance Unit in the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia, and Principal Deputy Director and Director of the Office for Victims of Crime. Kathryn is arguably the Bureau's most consistently called-upon contributor. She presided over the FBI's victim-centered responses to every major case since 9/11, including the Boston Marathon bombings, multiple mass-casualty shootings, international kidnappings and murders, and scores of federal crimes. She retired from federal service in June 2020. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, revisit our episode Got That Swing, featuring Antuan Raimone.  The first time Antuan Raimone spoke out as a survivor, he had 90 seconds. But those 90 seconds were all he needed to secure funding for the sexual assault organization he was working with for the following year. In this interview, he details how he dealt with his trauma, how the theater helps him find his strength, and how he learned to acknowledge and live with fear. PAVE Ambassador Antuan Magic Raimone is an Author/TEDxSpeaker/Activist/Actor with over 20 years of experience in Musical Theatre who is currently a Universal Swing for "Hamilton" on Broadway and across the U.S. He was also the Vacation Swing for the Off-Broadway, Broadway and 1st National Tour of "In The Heights" and has performed at Radio City Music Hall and the Grand Ole Opry in Tennessee. In addition to being a member of the Office of Victim Services's Advisory Council in NY, he has been a Keynote speaker at the University of Virginia, the SPECTRUM Conference in Albany, NY and has spoken at the United States Merchant Marine Academy(USMMA). His mission and purpose as a Soldier of Love is to empower and encourage others to live a whole life. A life where mistakes can exist, where fear is not debilitating and where vulnerability is not a weakness. Host: Katie Koestner Editor: Craig Stanton Producers: Claire Kaplan, Kelsey Styles, Emily Wang

Send us a textGot holidays? Then you need moxie to get through them. The expectations, the standards, and the idealized version of the season can wear us down. Not anymore! This episode of Main Street Moxie with Sara Cousins is here to help you celebrate the holidays in line with your values and priorities, leaving you saner and less depleted as you enter 2025. Sara shares strategies and techniques to help us hold space for ourselves while finding connection with others during this holiday season and throughout the year.Sara is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in private practice in Lakeville, Connecticut. For a decade, she's been the go-to mental health professional for Main Street Magazine.Sara's diverse career journey has taken her from working with Inuit youth in Alaska to serving communities through the Susan B. Anthony Project in Torrington, Harlem Hospital in Manhattan, and Victim Services of NYC. Across all her roles, she has been inspired by the resilience and vulnerability of the people she has served.Specializing in relational and couples therapy, Sara has been trained by renowned experts, including Esther Perel, Tara Brach, Orna Guralnik, Terry Real, John Gottman, and Harville Hendrix. She is also deeply committed to mindfulness and meditation, drawing on over 20 years of training with Mingyur Rinpoche. She has attended workshops and trainings with Pema Chödrön, Jack Kornfield, and Tim Olmsted.Outside her professional life, Sara embraces new challenges and adventures. She recently joined the Norfolk Curling Club to try curling, a sport much more challenging and painful than it looks on TV!This episode of Main Street Moxie is proudly sponsored by Main Street Magazine.Support the show

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In today's dating age, we are connecting with perfect strangers.  For both men and women, there is a big concern in the dating world about being stalked and harassed in some way. Debbie and Caitlyn turn to Wendy Isom, Director of Victim Services and Sergeant Liz Johnson, with the SLC Police Department to discuss what stalking is, ways to protect yourself in the dating world, online and in person, and what to do if you are being harassed or suspect that you may have a stalker.    National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)  Text "START" to 88788 https://www.thehotline.org/   Utah Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-897-LINK1-800-897-5465   Have a comment or dating story to share? Give us a call at 801-575-5599!  You can also send us an email at daha@ksl.com Follow Dating at Her Age on social media: Facebook  Instagram  Tik Tok   Learn more about Debbie and Caitlyn!   Debbie Dujanovic is the co-host of “Dave & Dujanovic” and “Dating at Her Age” on KSL NewsRadio. Follow her on Facebook and TikTok. Follow “Dating at Her Age” on Facebook, Instagramand Tik Tok.  Caitlyn Johnston is a producer for KSL NewsRadio and the Dave & Dujanovic Show. She also produces and co-hosts “Dating at Her Age” on KSL NewsRadio. Follow her on Instagram.  

Andy Kahan joined Crime Stoppers of Houston in June 2018 as its first-ever Director of Victim Services and Advocacy. Prior to Crime Stoppers, Andy served as the Victim Advocate for the Mayor's Office and Houston Police Department for 26 years before retiring and joining Crime-Stoppers of Houston to resume his career as a Victim Advocate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Victim services are crucial for the safety, stability, and healing of crime victims. These services help reduce future victimization by empowering victims and ensuring they are informed about their rights and the resources available to them. By integrating victim services into law enforcement, agencies like the LRPD can foster trust and confidence within the community, improving overall quality of life and community relations

Imagine you just survived a human trafficking scheme, only to find out you have thousands of dollars of debt, incurred in your name by your perpetrator.Unfortunately, that is the reality affecting most human trafficking survivors.As we mark World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Paula Laughlin the executive director of Victim Services of Kingston and Frontenac sheds some light on fraudulent debt.  Free salsa classes have been getting people moving and grooving every Tuesday evening in Kingston.Bonnie Wannamaker is the organizer of these lively dance sessions.She tells us what she loves about salsa dancing.Construction is now on pause for an electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant near Kingston.We get a breakdown on why the nearly three-billion-dollar project was shelved from Jim Hegadorn, the mayor of Loyalist Township, and from Ian Lee, an Associate Professor at the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University.

Greg (@gregbradyTO) speaks with Megan Ireland, Trauma Dog Trainer for Victim Services Toronto, about PTSD Awareness Day and how trauma dogs can help those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[Content Warning]: Child Sexual AbuseKatiuska (Kati) Chavez is a young lady with a huge heart for survivors of child sexual abuse. She reached out to us after listening to our podcast and watching “A Friend of the Family,” and we immediately made a connection. Kati is a lifestyle blogger, who is also a survivor of child sexual abuse.  She supports survivors on her social media pages, where she educates for prevention. Kati was recently awarded a scholarship to learn how to become an orator/motivational speaker and her ultimate goal is to start a foundation called , Mi Propio Diamante (My Own Diamond), which aims to empower survivors and promote healing. She shares her personal journey of healing and how her parents' support and her spirituality was imperative in her process. Kati talks about her volunteer work with Victim Services, and the need to support children as well as adults who are striving to heal from all types of abuse.  In this conversation, Kati and Jan discuss the vital need to educate children about safe touch and consent and why these conversations need to start early in order to be effective.  Kati is an inspiration to other young survivors. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the influence of her advocacy efforts and her dedication to effecting change.Follow Kati:Instagram: @katichb  @mipropiodiamanteTik tok: @KatiiichbIf you are someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal ideation, please access the resources below:National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988National Sexual Assault Hotline  (RAINN) : 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)National Alliance for Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264Subscribe / Support / Contact:

Ray Schwetz gets business empowerment from Paige Carbone, Regional Executive Director of MADD - Mothers Against Drunk Driving.  The mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving is to end drunk driving, help fight drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes, and prevent underage drinking. In her role as Regional E.D., Paige develops, manages, and implements initiatives for MADD's core programs and services and promotes the mission of MADD in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, overseeing Victim Services, Development and Community Education & Prevention Programs.

I'm Denise Thomas, Your Kids Can Get Paid to Go to College Coach. If you don't have a mentor to guide you through the high school to college process with college scholarships as the goal, let's get on a call to see if Cracking the Code to Free College is a good fit for your family. If not, I'll see if I can recommend someone who is. Https://www.GetAheadOfTheClass.com/apply If you'd like the 12 Scholarship Secrets checklist, go here: https://www.getaheadoftheclass.com/ScholarshipSecretsLynda Harlos is a Sex Trafficking and Abuse Prevention Educator for Parents and Professionals who are in contact with children between the ages of 2-25. She is also a Keynote speaker, Author, and Family Coach and has hosted a Parenting Talk Show. As a mother of a sex trafficking victim, she endeavors to turn their ‘Pain into Purpose' globally in the hopes of preventing victimization. In doing so, she works with many organizations, including several Victim Services across Canada, Covenant House, and many more. She is an ambassador for ‘Courage for Freedom,' ‘Timea's Cause Inc,' and ‘Global Presence.' She has given many interviews to spread awareness with CBC, Global News, CTV North, 360 Kids, the National Council of Jewish Women of Canada, the Toronto Star, and many more. You can check out her work and watch training videos on her website or YouTube channel, ParentWithPurpose.ca.Read the first two chapters of her book here:https://www.parentwithpurpose.ca/free-chapter-walk-a-mile/To Pre-order the Kindle version:https://www.amazon.ca/Walk-Mile-Mothers-Journey-Daughters-ebook/dp/B0CP6HVKY9?ref_=ast_author_mpbIf you don't have a Kindle, follow the author's profile and when it comes out you will see it.Follow Lynda:Website: https://www.parentwithpurpose.caLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndaharlos/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFyBY5L8gEUP9sfARSK7mww

More details emerging in the death of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham. Police reveal that the girl's body was tied on a rope which was then tied to a rock. Today, Nancy talks to the searcher who found the body's location using sonar, and reveals that some of the girl's clothing was found on the river's edge.  Also hear from the Exxon clerk who called 911 after recognizing that Don Steven McDougal has been a customer.   Joining Nancy Grace Today: Leslie Gaskins - Exxon employee who saw suspect morning of and called police Lana Shadwick  - Attorney, Fmr. Harris county judge and prosecutor, Legal Analyst for Breitbart Texas. www.lanaShadwick.com, Facebook: @TXBoots   Chris McDonough - Director At the Cold Case Foundation, Former Homicide Detective, Host of YouTube channel- ‘The Interview Room', ColdCaseFoundation.org Joe Scott Morgan - Professor of Forensics: Jacksonville State University, Author, "Blood Beneath My Feet", Host: "Body Bags with Joseph Scott Morgan", Twitter: @JoScottForensic    Lee Reiber - Mobile Device Forensic Expert, CEO of Oxygen Forensics, Inc., Author: "Mobile Forensic Investigations", host of the Podcast: "Forensic Happy Hour" oxygen-forensic.com   Tim Miller - Founder, Texas Equusearch texasequusearch.org  Andy Kahan  - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, crime-stoppers.org Bob Price -  Associate Editor and Sr. News Contributor for Breitbart Texas, www.breitbart.com, Twitter: @BobPriceBBTX , FB: Bob.Price.Texas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We spoke with Carolyn Burns, an instructor and field faculty liaison for the School of Social Work at the University of Oklahoma Online Campus. Carolyn is licensed clinical social worker who has practiced therapy for more than eighteen years. Additionally, with more than twenty-three years of social work experience, her career has spanned from public housing to owning a private practice. She has a passion for working with the lower income, marginalized population – particularly adolescents, as well as working with people who have experienced extreme trauma.    Carolyn was a presenter at the 2023 Zarrow Mental Health Symposium: New Horizons in Brain Science, where she delivered a fascinating presentation called This is Your Brain On Trauma.    You can hear a little bit about that talk here. A quick, but important warning: This episode talks about physical and sexual abuse. While it's important dialogue to have, we understand that it could be difficult for some listeners. We hope you enjoy this conversation with Carolyn Burns and find it as valuable as we did. If you or someone you love is struggling with your mental health, please call one of our free mental health assistance center lines at 405.943.3700 or 918.585.1213, or contact us via www.mhaok.org. If you are in an immediate mental health crisis, please call or text 988. It is available to anyone 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. Additionally, Oklahoma's Victim Services 24-hour Safeline is available to anyone enduring abuse by calling 1.800.522.SAFE or 1.800.522.7233. 

With a rich history spanning over 130 years in York County, YWCA York remains dedicated to addressing the evolving needs of the community. The organization is characterized by its proactive approach, always ready to roll up sleeves and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families in York. YWCA York stands out as the sole provider of free and confidential comprehensive services for those affected by violence in York County. Specializing in supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other violent crimes, YWCA York brings a wealth of expertise to the forefront. Recognizing that those impacted are the ultimate authorities on their own situations, the organization underscores the importance of empowering victims and survivors to determine the best course of action for themselves and their families. YWCA York takes pride in standing alongside victims and survivors as they reclaim their voices, emphasizing the honor in being part of their journey towards healing and empowerment. As the organization continues to grow and expand, it remains unwavering in its commitment to being a beacon of support, advocacy, and comprehensive services for the York County community. In essence, YWCA York's remarkable journey from its humble beginnings to a robust team of change agents reflects its enduring dedication to fostering positive transformations and addressing the ever-evolving needs of the community. Through its specialized services and unwavering support, YWCA York stands as a vital pillar in York County, championing the cause of those impacted by violence and offering hope for a brighter, empowered future.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad O'Melia and Bryn Spejcher are hanging out at O'Melia's home when a roommate comes home but goes to take a shower. He starts hearing noises downstairs and when he hears the sounds of things breaking, he takes a look. The roommate sees furniture toppled, the couch is flipped over and covered in blood, and O'Melia is severely wounded.  O'Melia begs for help. Bryn Spejcher has attacked Chad O'Melia in a pot-induced rage.  When police arrive they find Chad O'Melia dead from over 100 stab wounds, and Bryn Spejcher crying and screaming hysterically. The bloody knife is still in her hands. As officers try to disarm her, Spejcher plunges the knife into her own neck.  Officers use a Taser and several baton blows before they can disarm Spejcher finally. Bryn Spejcher is charged with murder with special allegations of using a deadly weapon, a crime involving great violence, violent conduct that indicates a danger to society, and being armed with and using a weapon in the commission of the crime. Spejcher posts bail and remains out on bail over the next 5-years of delays to allow for hearings and experts to provide studies. Prosecutors reduced the charge to involuntary manslaughter after their expert psychologist agreed with defense experts that Spejcher was suffering from cannabis-induced psychosis when she stabbed O'Melia to death. When the case finally gets to trial there is no argument about whether Bryn Spejcher killed Chad O'Melia or if her psychosis was legitimate.  During the trial, the LA Times reports, a medical expert testifies that Spejcher's behavior is the result of cannabis-induced psychosis . According to the National Library of Medicine, a diagnosis of the disorder is given when hallucinations or delusions materialize shortly after consuming cannabis. According to the VC Star, Spejcher's defense attorneys claim that their client was "involuntarily intoxicated," and that O'Melia had allegedly bullied and intimidated her into smoking the last bit of marijuana.  A jury finds Bryn Spejcher guilty of involuntary manslaughter in a killing triggered by cannabis psychosis, but Ventura County Superior Court Judge David Worley announced Spejcher would be sentenced to two years probation and a suspended prison sentence of four years. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Sean O'Melia - Chad O'Melia's father Audry Nafziger- Ventura County Sr. Deputy District Attorney (prosecuted Chad O'Melia's case); IG: @silvermanta, FB: Audry Nafziger  Dr. Kris Mohandie - Ph.D., ABPP, Forensic Psychologist; Author: “Evil Thoughts: Wicked Deeds;" Twitter: @Dr.KrisMohandie  IG: drkrismohandie   Robin Dreeke – Behavior Expert & Retired FBI Special Agent / Chief of the FBI Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program; Author: “Sizing People Up: A Veteran FBI Agents Manual for Behavior Prediction;” Twitter: @rdreeke Dr. Othon Mena – Forensic Pathologist (working as a medical examiner in Southern California) Andy Kahan– Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston; Facebook: “Andy Kahan and Crime Stoppers of Houston;” Twitter: @AKahanCrimeSto1; Instagram: AndyVictimAdvocate Becca Whitnall - Editor of Thousand Oaks Acorn, Acorn Newspapers; X: @BeccaWhitnall & @TOAcornNews   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we serve you T-E-AJanuary 25th, 3 pm ESTAfternoon Teatime with Miss Liz joining and bringing you a strong tea. This teatime comes with trigger warnings. A mother story and prevention services with a voice to make a difference in Sex Trafficking and Abuse. Parent With Purpose.ca Lynda Harlos.Liz's, join us for the live show on Miss Liz's YouTube Channel below. Please give it a subscribe and share it with your networks. Please bring your questions, comments and support as we spill real-life T-E-A.https://youtube.com/@misslizsteatimes?si=lIG47iEopIQYI68QLynda is a 'Sex Trafficking & Abuse Prevention Educator' for Parents and Professionals who are in contact with children between the ages of 2-25. She is also a Keynote speaker, Author, and Family Coach and hosts a Parenting Talk Show.Lynda has two parenting books available on Amazon. However, the one she is the most passionate about is her newest book, hopefully coming out soon, which talks about her struggle as a parent, realizing that what she thought was a 'teenage hormonal issue' was her daughter being lured, groomed and gamed into sex trafficking.A mother of a sex trafficking victim, she endeavours to turn their 'Pain into Purpose' globally in the hopes of preventing victimization. In doing so, she works with many organizations, including several Victim Services across Canada, Covenant House, Courage for Freedom, and many more.She has given many interviews to spread awareness with CBC, Global News, CTV North, 360 Kids, the National Council of Jewish Women of Canada, the Toronto Star, and many more.You can check out her work and watch training videos on her website or the YouTube channel ParentWithPurpose.ca.#misslizteatime#teatimewithmissliz#OvercomingLife#sextrafficking#abuseawareness#prevention#mothersstory#writers#authors#storyofmylife#storytelling#joinus#youtubechannel#subscribe#LikeShareFollow#newseason#seasonfive 

As Bryan Kohberger's defense team tries again to get a judge to toss out the indictment against Kohberger, the home where the four murders took place is now gone. The clapboard house located at 1122 King Road, Moscow has been torn down, with the entire front of the building razed from sight in roughly 15 minutes. According to school officials, demolition was set for during the school's winter break, when fewer students would be in the area. It took just 90 minutes in total, for the home to become a pile of rubble. The debris, loaded up by two contractors, was taken to a secret area for disposal. The site was combed for not a single item to be left behind for the curious to find and keep as a macabre souvenir. One local who wished to remain anonymous said 'They want nothing left for ghouls to plunder.' Some, however, are still concerned that the best evidence in this case is now gone.  The home was scanned using 3D imaging to allow the jury to be brought into the home and take a virtual tour where they wouldn't have been able to go. The families of the four students killed in the house on King Road were not in agreement on the demolition. The Goncalves and Kernodle families issued a statement before the demolition, asking the university to wait to tear the building down until Kohberger's trial is completed. The Goncalves' family said through their attorney, that the house “has evidentiary and emotional value." In the statement, Goncalves wrote, "The family has stressed tirelessly to the Prosecution and the University of Idaho the importance (evidentiary and emotionally) that the King Road house carries but nobody seems to care enough." She adds that the “families' opinion isn't a priority.” The family of Ethan Chapin, who did not live there, offered its support for the demolition. In their statement, the Chapins said the demolition was needed  "for the good of the University, its students (including our own kids), and the community of Moscow." Joining Nancy Grace Today: Dale Carson – High-profile Attorney (Jacksonville), Former FBI Agent & Former Police Officer (Miami-Dade County); Author: “Arrest-Proof Yourself” Dr. Bethany Marshall – Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills); Twitter: @DrBethanyLive/ Instagram & TikTok: drbethanymarshall; Appearing in the new show, “Paris in Love” on Peacock Chris McDonough – Director At the Cold Case Foundation, Former Homicide Detective; Host of YouTube channel: “The Interview Room” Dr. Cyril Wecht - Forensic Pathologist, Medical-legal consultant, Author of many books including “The Life and Deaths of Cyril Wecht: Memoirs of America's Most Controversial Forensic Pathologist”  Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston Rachel Schilke- Breaking News Reporter for The Washington Examiner; Twitter: @rachel_schilke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan. 4, 2023 - Outgoing State Office of Victim Services Director Elizabeth Cronin visits the studio for her exit interview, which reflects on the evolution of her agency, the aftermath of the 2022 mass shooting in Buffalo, and the challenges created by a drop in federal funding.

Episode 86 – Office of Victim Services This month on Calendar Call, Paul talks with Mary Kozicki, Director of Victim Services for the Connecticut Judicial Branch. Paul and Mary discuss the many services within OVS including the Victim Compensation Unit, the Victim Services Unit, the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners Program, the Fiscal Administrative Unit, and the Training and Education Unit. OVS Homepage CT SAVIN Victim Services Unit

Jillian Ludwig kicks off her freshman year at Nashville's Bellmont University.   In her first weeks, she settles into a routine that includes putting her musical talents to work and enjoying the great doors.  Ludwig is walking on the track in Edgehill Community Memorial Gardens Park at 2:30 pm when gunshots ring out from across the street. Jillian Ludwig is not the intended target, but she is hit in the head with a stray bullet.  Nobody else is on the track, and Ludwig suffers for nearly an hour before she is found on the ground with the gunshot wound to the head. She is transported to the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in very critical condition. As Jillian Ludwig fights for her life in Vanderbilt University Medical Center, police arrest 29-year-old Shaquille Taylor. Surveillance video and witness statements point to Taylor as the shooter. Video shows Ludwig falling as Taylor shoots at a car.  He's charged with aggravated assault, evidence tampering, and failure to appear on a different felony charge.   Taylor is someone well known to Nashville's law enforcement community. His record stretches back more than a decade. His latest arrest was on September 21. Taylor was driving a Ford F-150 pickup truck that had been carjacked by two men wearing ski masks on September 16.  Taylor did not admit to being involved in the carjacking in any way but he was charged with felony auto theft and was released on a bond.  Taylor was due in court just days before the shooting of Jillian Ludwig but he failed to show up. Despite multiple arrests, Taylor had been released from custody after three court-appointed psychologists deemed him incompetent to stand trial, and also found he didn't pose an imminent threat to himself or others. According to court records, Shaquille Taylor has an intellectual disability and language impairment,  With that determination, it means he isn't able to participate in a trial.  Joining Nancy Grace Today: Geri Wainwright -  Great Aunt of Jillian Ludwig  Matthew Mangino -  Attorney, Former District Attorney (Lawrence County, PA), Author: "The Executioner's Toll: The Crimes, Arrests, Trials, Appeals, Last Meals, Final Words and Executions of 46 Persons in the United States", Twitter: @MatthewTMangino, MattMangino.com  Dr. Shari Schwartz- Forensic Psychologist,   www.panthermitigation.com, Twitter: @TrialDoc, Author: "Criminal Behavior" and "Where Law and Psychology Intersect: Issues in Legal Psychology" Christopher Byers - Private investigator and owner of Byers Investigative Services, byersinvestigative.com, Former Police Chief Johns Creek Georgia, 25 years as Police Officer Dr. Eric Eason - Board Certified Forensic Pathologist, consultant, Instagram: @eric_a_eason, Facebook: Eric August Eason, LinkedIn: Eric Eason, MD  Andy Kahan  - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, crime-stoppers.org   Marissa Sulek - Reporter for WSMV, www.wsmv.com, Instagram: @marissasulek, X: @marissa_sulek, Facebook: @Marissa Sulek WSMV  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a period dedicated to discussing measures that can guide those affected towards understanding the situation and finding avenues to escape harmful circumstances.Data from the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reveals that over 10 million adults in the United States face domestic violence each year. Closer to home, Scottsdale's Victim Services extended assistance to approximately 1,200 domestic violence victims in the fiscal year spanning July 2021 to June 2022. Their support encompasses facilitating victims in obtaining orders of protection or injunctions against harassment, directing them to relevant support services, aiding in applications for the Address Confidentiality Program, accompanying them to court, clarifying aspects of the criminal justice process, and championing their rights.Sergeant Marcus Dunton, with a tenure of 17 years at Scottsdale PD, initiated his journey as a Police Aide and presently holds the position of Supervisor for the Domestic Violence Unit.Kasia Bouise-Oropeza and Ellen Larson are integral members of the Victim Advocate Department of Victim Services. They are committed to assisting every domestic violence victim and guiding them through the necessary procedures.

Finally got to sit down with Deepak Prasad for an awesome in-person chat. Hope you love it as much as I did! Find UpTalk wherever you get your podcasts. If you Listen on @applepodcasts please take a second to leave a review.  UpTalk Season 8 is presented by The Tema Foundation www.tema.foundation Sponsored by Before Operational Stress (BOS) Program www.beforeoperationalstress.com CannaConnect www.cannaconnect.ca Project Trauma Support www.projecttraumasupport.com In partnership with Valour Maritime Society www.facebook.com/valourmaritime #UpTalkSeason8 #MoreLoveLessJudgement #OwnYourGrowth

Hey hey hey!! On this week's episode, we had a wonderful guest who talked to us about an organization she works for called Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). Her name is Aaprara Mills and she is the Program Manager for Victim Services for Mothers Against Drunk Driving for the State of Missouri. She is also getting her DOCTORATE in Business Psychology. She gave us a lot of knowledge about the organization and promoted the Walk they have coming up called Walk like MAAD. The event is on Sunday, October 15 at 9a at Tremayne Shelter at Creve Coeur Park. If you have any questions about the organization, the walk or, anything in general, please reach out to Aaprara at aaprara.mills@madd.org With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we shed light on both and gave you all some statistics. Lastly, we discussed the viral TikTok video made by user QBTHEDON, discussing how children are behind when it comes to education. We gave our take on the video and our experiences when we were kids when it came to education. Don't forget to Subscribe to us on whatever listening app you are using AND follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Black Millennial Mamas

In this episode, retired Assistant Director of the FBI Victim Services Division (VSD), Kathryn Turman reviews the VSD, the victim service specialist position, and the major cases and crisis events her staff has deployed to, providing assistance and support to victims around the world. Selected for the position by FBI Director Robert Mueller, she developed and led the FBI's response to 9/11 victims, victims of more than 100 acts of terrorism overseas, and to more than 35 terrorism and mass violence events across the U.S. Victim services professionals at the FBI inform, support, and assist victims in navigating the aftermath of crime and the criminal justice process with dignity and resilience. Kathryn Turman served in the FBI for 20 years. Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles. https://jerriwilliams.com/297-kathryn-turman-victim-services-assistance-and-support/ Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams   Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL    Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/

Julie explores a piece ‘How to Serve White Victims' by Heather MacDonald of the Manhattan Institute.  In June, a training session was held for the Alameda County Victim Services Team (group of social workers in Oakland, CA that provides counseling to rape, robbery, assault, other crime victims) called ‘How to Serve White Victims.'  Why even make this distinction in the first place? Check out other Julie Hartman videos: https://www.youtube.com/@juliehartman Follow Julie Hartman on social media: Website: https://juliehartmanshow.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julierhartman/ X: https://twitter.com/JulieRHartman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timelesswithjuliehartmanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 5, 2023 - The state government has launched a public relations campaign to increase awareness about services available to crime victims, particularly from groups of New Yorkers disproportionately impacted by criminal activity. State Office of Victim Services Director Elizabeth Cronin discusses the implementation of the outreach and also addresses barriers to accessing services.

For as long as anyone can remember, Yohannes "John" Tewolde has been the clerk at the Richmond Market in San Francisco.  He works 7 days a week, raising his two daughters to be educated and accomplished. Less than a year ago Tewolde became a US Citizen. Just 4 months after that celebration,  Tewolde underwent heart surgery, then returned to work at the earliest opportunity.  The 60-year-old clerk was beaten by a suspect  trying to steal beer. It was the second time that day that the suspect tried to shoplift. The owner says Tewolde tried to stop the thief,  but the suspect knocked Tewolde down, causing him to hit his head on the ground. He died after days in a coma. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Marjan Philhour- Customer/neighbor/local parent/small business and community advocate, Co-founder of the Balboa Village Merchants Association, Go Fund Me: Violent crime in Richmond District https://www.gofundme.com/f/outer-richmond-community  Jarrett Ferentino - Homicide Prosecutor, Facebook & Instagram: Jarrett Ferentino  Caryn L. Stark - Psychologist, renowned TV and Radio trauma expert and consultant, www.carynstark.com, Instagram: carynpsych, FB: Caryn Stark Private Practice Jason Jensen - Private Investigator and owner of Jensen Private Investigations Co-founder: "Cold Case Coalition”, JensenPrivateInvestigations.com, Twitter: @JasonJPI, Facebook/Instagram: "Jensen Investigations"  Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, crime-stoppers.org   Dr. Othon Mena - Forensic pathologist working as medical examiner in Southern California   Alexis Tereszcuk - CrimeOnline.com Investigative Reporter, Writer/Fact Checker, Lead Stories.Com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The father and stepmom of a New York man killed during a vacation, watched via zoom as the man who confessed to the murder  was released from jail to get a haircut.  Gregory Moore, a father of four, and friends rented a home in Houston, an Airbnb. After a night of clubbing, the men returned to their Airbnb.   As one of the men parked the car, Moore and a woman with the group walked to the door. They never made it inside.  A man wearing a hoodie and carrying a flashlight rushed Moore.  Moore was pistol whipped and shot multiple times.  He took strikes to the neck, torso, left leg and both arms.  Moore was life flighted to a hospital but did not survive.   James Ray Lane, 33, confessed to the murder, but 351st Criminal District Court Judge Nata Cornelio allowed the defendant to remain free.    When Lane was charged, Judge Cornelio had lowered Lane's $250,000 bond to $100,000, and during that time Lane has had multiple curfew violations.  Back before Judge Cornelio, Lane pleads guilty to murder, but the judge according to court documents allows Lane to remain free on bond until his sentencing, so he could get a haircut.   Joining Nancy Grace Today: Tabitha Soules - Gregory Moore's Stepmom Brian Foley -  Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney - Former Chief Prosecutor in Harris County, (Houston) Texas, Author: “What prosecutors don't tell you” (not yet published) www.brianfoleylaw.com, Instagram @brianfoleylawpllc    Youtube - @brianfoleylawyer     Twitter @brianpllc  Dr. Carla Manly - Clinical Psychologist, Author “Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships & Love Fearlessly”, drcarlamanly.com Douglas Griffin - Houston Police officer for 32 years and President of the Houston police officer's union, HPOU.org, Twitter & Instagram: @Griff3945  Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at CrimeStoppers of Houston, crime-stoppers.org  Randy Wallace - Reporter for KRIV Fox26 in Houston, Fox26Houston.com , Twitter: RandyWallace Fox26, Facebook: Randy WallaceFox26   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we explore:What is trauma?How sexual trauma impacts an individualWhy we need a somatic approach to healingHow trauma-informed yoga supports survivors of sexual traumaThe importance of trauma-informed training for yoga teachersThe challenges Zabie has overcome to offer her workTools & resources for survivorsZabie Yamasaki, M.Ed., RYT (she/her) is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga which is an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultation for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie has trained thousands of yoga instructors and mental health professionals and her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum is now being implemented at over 30 college campuses and trauma agencies including the University of California (UC) system, Stanford, Yale, USC, University of Notre Dame, and Johns Hopkins University.Zabie received her undergraduate in Psychology and Social Behavior and Education at UC Irvine and completed her graduate degree in Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs at The George Washington University. Her work has been highlighted on CNN, NBC, KTLA 5, and The Huffington Post.Zabie is widely recognized for her intentionality, soulful activism, and passionate dedication to her field. She is a trauma-informed yoga instructor, resilience and well-being educator, and a sought after consultant and keynote speaker. She has worked with thousands of survivors to support them in their healing journey, ground them in their own worthiness and remind them they are inherently whole. Zabie centers survivors in her work, and provides them with tools to help uncover trauma imprints, support the healing process, create balance of the nervous system, and lessen the grip that past experiences of trauma may have on the heart.She is a survivor, mother, partner, daughter, sister, friend, and activist. She has received countless awards in victim services and leadership, including the Visionary in Victim Services award from one of the largest rape crisis centers in California and the Voice of Courage Award from Exhale to Inhale. She is the author of the book and affirmation deck published by Norton: Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion.Website: zabieyamasaki.comInstagram:  @transcending_trauma_with_yogaFacebook: Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga __To join the Sun & Moon Community Membership: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/membership/Follow @sunandmoon.soberliving on InstagramDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

Sparks chats with Jamie Roth, the Public Relations Manager from the Western Illinois Regional Council (WIRC), about the organization, services they offer including energy assistance, scholarships, and their Victim Services department which offers free counseling and medical and legal advocacy for survivors of sexual and domestic abuse, as well as support for their loved ones. WIRC serves not just the citizens of McDonough County, but multiple surrounding communities including those in Hancock, Henderson,  Knox, and Warren counties. For more information about WIRC or any of the services they offer, including their Victim Services department, visit their website at wirpc.org or give them a call at (309) 837-2997.

Have you heard the term re-exploitation? On today's episode, we dive into a conversation about the work Freedom a la Cart has been doing around re-exploitation within our organization. Guests Paula Haines, Freedom a la Cart CEO, and Jomel Spurlock, Director of Victim Services for the Human Trafficking Initiative + Freedom a la Cart board member share what changes have been made in our organization to better combat re-exploitation and share tips on what you can do within your organization. Keep the conversation going in the comments and let us know what you think of today's episode! Learn more about empowHER and purchase tickets here!Thank you for listening today! Be sure to follow us on social to stay up to date on all episode releases, events happening at Freedom a la Cart, and more.

Did you know that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have experienced some form of domestic violence? This is a community-wide issue that we want to talk about on this episode of "Let's Talk About It". In this episode, our team visits Peace River Center's Victim Services to connect with Kirsten Pindar, Director of Victim Services for Peace River Center, about what is domestic violence and the resources that Peace River offers for victims. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, visit peacerivercenter.org to learn more about their services or call one of their hotlines: Polk County Hotline: 863-413-2700 Hardee & Highlands County Hotline: 863-386-1167 Find more episodes Let's Talk About It Podcast: heartlandforchildren.org/podcast

21-year-old Julian Chavez repeatedly violates not only bond conditions but a restraining order filed by a 20-year-old woman. Chavez stalked the woman and broke into her home, yet still bonded out of jail. While Chavez is out on bond, he was convicted of four misdemeanors, yet remained free and in possession of a handgun. Reports say the District Attorney's Office asked 232nd Criminal District Court Judge Josh Hill to revoke Chavez's bond and deny bail for the latest charge. Instead, bond was set at  $100,000.     Joining Nancy Grace Today: Nicole Deborde Hochglaube  - Criminal Defense Lawyer (Houston TX), Former Prosecutor, Twitter: @debordelaw, HoustonCriminalDefense.com Chau Nguyen - Licensed Trauma Therapist (Houston, TX), JEM Wellness and Counseling, JEMWellnessCenter.com, Facebook: "Chau Nguyen", Twitter: @chauhtx, Instagram: @chaunguyenhouston Mike Hermann - Private Investigator (California), www.hermanninvestigations.com, Former Police Lieutenant, Contract Court Investigator focusing on Guardianships, Parental Rights Terminations, and Conservatorships, Co-Founder of non-profit organization "PTSD Brotherhood, Inc.", Co-Host: "PTSD Brothers: Brotherhood of Service Podcast", PTSDBrotherhood.org Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, Crime-Stoppers.org, Facebook: "Andy Kahan and Crime Stoppers of Houston", Twitter: @AKahanCrimeSto1, Instagram: @AndyVictimAdvocate  Randy Wallace - News Reporter, FOX 26 Houston   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, Zahabiyah Yamasaki and I talk about how trauma-informed yoga can help survivors of sexual trauma, the power of the fully accepting, non-judgemental relationship, and tips for yoga teachers including trauma-informed language and the energy trauma-informed yoga teachers should bring into the classroom. Zabie shares why a survivor might choose yoga over talk therapy, the limitations on resources for survivors on college campuses and how she has been able to launch her 8-week trauma-sensitive yoga program in Universities nationwide. Zabie Yamasaki is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga which is an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultation for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie has trained thousands of yoga instructors and mental health professionals and her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum is now being implemented at over 30 college campuses and trauma agencies including the University of California (UC) system, Stanford, Yale, USC, University of Notre Dame, and Johns Hopkins University. She is a survivor, mother, partner, daughter, sister, friend, and activist. She has received countless awards in victim services and leadership, including the Visionary in Victim Services award from one of the largest rape crisis centers in California and the Voice of Courage Award from Exhale to Inhale. She is the author of the book and affirmation deck published by Norton: Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion and forthcoming children's book published by PESI, Your Joy is Beautiful: The Magic of Knowing You Are Enough, Just as You Are.  ----------------------------------------- Your support is deeply appreciated! Find me, Lara, on my Website / Instagram You can support this podcast with any level of donation here. Opening and Closing music: Other People's Photographs courtesy of Daniel Zaitchik. Follow Daniel on Spotify.

Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke is a former United States Secret Service Agent and current consultant in the fields of forensic and clinical psychology and professor at George Washington University, where she teaches Abnormal Psychology and the Psychology of Crime and Violence. Mary Beth holds a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology, a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology, and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. She is also the author of the best selling book " The Protector: A Woman's Journey from the Secret Service to Guarding VIPs and Working in Some of the World's Most Dangerous Places"With more than 25 years of psychology, security and investigative work, she has accomplished such varied feats as leading an inquiry during the “Iraqgate” investigation and an investigation for 60 Minutes on the Duke Lacrosse scandal, serving as the only female to ever officially protect a foreign president outside of the United States and creating a Stalking Risk Assessment Prototype for the Stalking Unit of Victim Services in Queens, NY, among others.

Nicolas Cruz pleaded guilty to killer 17 people, students and teachers at  Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.  The penalty phase of the trial is underway with jurors are being asked to decide whether Cruz should spend the rest of his life in prison or be sentenced to death.  So far there have been 11 days of defense testimony, including the shooter's biological sister, who did not grow up in the same household as Cruz. During her testimony, she was asked about her mother's use of heavy use of alcohol while pregnant and her knowledge of a reality show based on another brother, Zachary Cruz.   A heated exchange between the judge and the defense has resulted in a motion being filed by the defense for Judge Elizabeth Scherer to remove herself from the case. When the defense suddenly rested its case without notice, Scherer called the defense decision  "the most uncalled for, unprofessional way to try a case."  The defense had indicated an intention to call 40 witnesses, but rested after only 25.  The sudden announcement meant prosecutors weren't ready to start their rebuttal case. Joining Nancy Grace Today: Dale Carson - High Profile Attorney (Jacksonville), Former FBI Agent, Former Police Officer (Miami-Dade County), Author: "Arrest-Proof Yourself, DaleCarsonLaw.com Dr. Bethany Marshall - Psychoanalyst (Beverly Hills, CA), DrBethanyMarshall.com, New Netflix show: 'Bling Empire' (Beverly Hills) Sheryl McCollum - Forensic Expert, Founder: Cold Case Investigative Research Institute in Atlanta, GA, ColdCaseCrimes.org, @ColdCaseTips   ME - Dr. Priya Banerjee, M.D. - Board Certified Forensic Pathologist, Anchor Forensic Pathology Consulting, Assistant Medical Examiner Andy Kahan - Director of Victim Services and Advocacy at Crime Stoppers of Houston, crime-stoppers.org, Facebook: "Andy Kahan and Crime Stoppers of Houston", Twitter: @AKahanCrimeSto1, Instagram: @AndyVictimAdvocate  David Ovalle - Crime Reporter, Miami Herald, Twitter: @davidovalle305, MiamiHerald.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're talking to Wendy Medina.  Wendy is the Program Supervisor of the Victim Services Unit in the Kansas City Kansas Police Department.  On the organization chart, the Chaplain's Association falls under the VSU, so technically, Wendy is my boss.  But I know her as a compassionate professional who reaches out to the victims of crime, explains to them their rights and resources, and creates a bridge of trust between the victim's family and the police department.This is part of law enforcement that you may not know much about, so Wendy is going to explain what Victim Services does and how kind of resources and services are afforded to victims of crime.  Make sure you listen as she describes not only the job itself but the type of personal qualities her team has that make them so effective in this kind of work.  She also talks about what an advocate can do to stay emotionally healthy.Subscribe/Follow here:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-chaplain/id1570155168Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CGK9A3BmbFEUEnx3fYZOYMusic is by Chris Haugen and also by Winking Fox MusicHey Chaplain Podcast Episode 038

REBROADCASTDomestic ViolenceMegan and Bill are joined by the Honorable Karen Adam and Annette Burns to discuss domestic violence. This is part one of this conversation.Links & Other NotesTHE VIDEO THAT WAS DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE Conversations About Domestic Violence in Family Law with 16 ExpertsBIOS Bios for Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq., Honorable Karen Adam, and Annette Burns, J.D.DOMESTIC VIOLENCE EXPERTS INTERVIEWED IN THE VIDEO Abi Ajibolade, Executive Director, The Redwood, Toronto, Ontario Amy G. Applegate, JD, Clinical Professor of Law, Maurer School of Law, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana Linda Bortell, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist, Bortell Psychological, Inc., Los Angeles, California Melissa Brickhouse-Thomas, LCSW, Manager, Victim Services, Glendale Police Dept., Glendale, Arizona Gabrielle Davis, JD, Legal and Policy Advisor, Battered Women's Justice Project, Minneapolis, Minnesota Loretta M. Frederick, JD, Senior Legal & Policy Director, Battered Women's Justice Project, Minneapolis, Minnesota Anna Harper-Guerrero, LMSW, Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer, Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse, Tucson, Arizona Amy Holtzworth-Munroe, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Dept. of Psychological & Brain Science, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana Hilary A. Linton, JD, LLM, Mediator, President, Family Mediation Services (mediate393) Toronto, Ontario Jan Maiden, JD, Family Law/Domestic Violence Attorney, Law Office of Jan Maiden, San Diego, California Wendy Million, City Magistrate, Tucson City Court Domestic Violence Court, Tucson, Arizona Charles A. Sawchenko, MSW, Police Lieutenant (Ret), Delaware State Police, Dover, Delaware William Spiller, Jr., JD, Family Lawyer and Minor's Counsel, Law Offices of William Spiller, Jr., Los Angeles, California Nancy Ver Steegh, MSW, JD, Professor of Law, Mitchell Hamline School of Law, St. Paul, Minnesota Neil Websdale, PhD, Director, Family Violence Center, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona David Wexler, PhD, Director, Relationship Training Institute, San Diego, CaliforniaSubmit a Question for Bill and MeganAll of our books can be found in our online store or anywhere books are sold, including as e-books.You can also find these show notes at highconflictinstitute.com/podcast as well.Note: We are not diagnosing anyone in our discussions, merely discussing patterns of behavior. (00:00) - Welcome to It's All Your Fault (02:53) - Dealing With Domestic Violence (04:40) - Meet Our Guests (06:37) - Impetus Behind DV Video Series (07:32) - Overall Objective (08:44) - Surprises (10:07) - Karen's Motivation (13:59) - Survivor vs. Victim (17:09) - Annette's Motivation (19:41) - Biggest Issues in Divorce & Co-Parenting (29:53) - Intimate Partner Violence vs. DV (32:03) - Coercive Control (34:33) - HCPs (41:32) - Last Words (43:11) - Coming Next Week: Part 2 Learn more about our exclusive Family Law Consultation Group right here and sign up to be part of the 2024 session today!

Today on the How We Can Heal Podcast, Lisa Danylchuk and Zabie Yamasaki discuss healing through trauma-informed yoga. Zabie walks us through her start in yoga and her path to helping survivors with her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum.  About Zabie Yamasaki:Zabie is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga, an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultation for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie has trained thousands of yoga instructors and mental health professionals and her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum is now being implemented at over 30 college campuses and trauma agencies including the University of California (UC) system, Stanford, Yale, USC, University of Notre Dame, and Johns Hopkins University.Zabie is widely recognized for her intentionality, soulful activism, and passionate dedication to her field. She is a trauma-informed yoga instructor, resilience and well-being educator, and a sought after consultant and keynote speaker. She has worked with thousands of survivors to support them in their healing journey, ground them in their own worthiness and remind them they are inherently whole. Zabie centers survivors in her work, and provides them with tools to help uncover trauma imprints, support the healing process, create balance of the nervous system, and lessen the grip that past experiences of trauma may have on the heart.She received her undergraduate in Psychology and Social Behavior and Education at UC Irvine and completed her graduate degree in Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs at The George Washington University. Her work has been highlighted on CNN, NBC, KTLA 5, and The Huffington Post.Zabie  is a survivor, mother, partner, daughter, sister, friend, and activist. She has received countless awards in victim services and leadership, including the Visionary in Victim Services award from one of the largest rape crisis centers in California and the Voice of Courage Award from Exhale to Inhale. She is the author of the book and affirmation deck published by Norton: Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion.Outline of the episode:[3:19] Zabie's first yoga experience[7:14] The start of yoga teacher training[20:37] Understanding how trauma translates into our everyday lives[35:34] Everyday grounding and powerful tools from Zabie[43:04] Processing stress and learning to rest[54:29] The future of trauma-informed yoga[1:00:50] What gives Zabie hope these daysResources:Website: zabieyamasaki.comZabie's book, Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual AssaultSusana Muńoz Mantra, "I'm not behind or unproductive. I'm doing as much as my mind and body are allowing me to do under perpetual stress and fatigue."Full Transcript: howwecanheal.com/podcastTell Me About You: https://forms.gle/WuF5K8XggF7Spn1A9

In today's powerful episode of Everything Is Teachable, we talk to Zabie Yamasaki—trauma-informed yoga instructor, educator, activist, and Teachable creator. Hear from her about her journey to becoming a source of inspiration and healing for her online course students all around the world, how she approaches her course material with sensitivity and empathy, and how she practices self-care as an online business owner.Zabie Yamasaki, M.Ed., RYT (she/her) is the Founder of Transcending Sexual Trauma through Yoga which is an organization that offers trauma-informed yoga to survivors, consultation for universities and trauma agencies, and training for healing professionals. Zabie has trained thousands of yoga instructors and mental health professionals and her trauma-informed yoga program and curriculum is now being implemented at over 30 college campuses and trauma agencies including the University of California (UC) system, Stanford, Yale, USC, University of Notre Dame, and Johns Hopkins University. Zabie received her undergraduate in Psychology and Social Behavior and Education at UC Irvine and completed her graduate degree in Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs at The George Washington University. Her work has been highlighted on CNN, NBC, KTLA 5, and The Huffington Post.Zabie is widely recognized for her intentionality, soulful activism, and passionate dedication to her field. She is a trauma-informed yoga instructor, resilience and well-being educator, and a sought after consultant and keynote speaker. She has worked with thousands of survivors to support them in their healing journey, ground them in their own worthiness and remind them they are inherently whole. Zabie centers survivors in her work, and provides them with tools to help uncover trauma imprints, support the healing process, create balance of the nervous system, and lessen the grip that past experiences of trauma may have on the heart. She is a survivor, mother, partner, daughter, sister, friend, and activist.She has received countless awards in victim services and leadership, including the Visionary in Victim Services award from one of the largest rape crisis centers in California and the Voice of Courage Award from Exhale to Inhale. She is the author of the book and affirmation deck published by Norton: Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of Sexual Assault: Practices for Healing and Teaching with Compassion.For all things creator news, important tips, and more, sign up for Teachable's newsletter here: https://teachable.com/newsletter-signup?utm_source=site&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=newsletter-signup-podcastWhere to find Zabie:Website: zabieyamasaki.comOnline courses: https://transcending-sexual-trauma-through-yoga.teachable.com/p/comprehensive-trauma-informed-yoga-training-all-8-modules and https://transcending-sexual-trauma-through-yoga.teachable.com/p/reclaiming-rest-trauma-informed-meditations-for-living-with-more-easeInstagram: @transcending_trauma_with_yoga Follow Teachable on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachable ?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=podcast-instagramLinkedInL https://www.linkedin.com/company/teachable/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=podcast-linkedinTwitter: https://twitter.com/teachable?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=podcast-twitterTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@teachablehq?utm_source=tiktok&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=podcast-tiktok See you next week!

I recently sat down with Antuan Magic Raimone to learn about his journey to become the first male universal swing for the five US companies of the popular musical, Hamilton. It's a remarkable career story for someone in his field as he has been able to make a solid living as a performer from the start, without compromising his values. That is not to say that he did not experience some bumps in the road. Yet, he learned from those experiences, kept his ego in check, while maintaining his love for his craft and his confidence in his talent.  Antuan grew up Blue Springs, Missouri, a small suburb near Kansas City. He was raised by his mother, a single parent and for a period of time, they lived as a family with his two older half-sisters until they became independent. Antuan stated that his sisters had vocal talent and while each aspired to pursue entertainment careers, their lives went in other directions. His mother sang in the church choir. He sang in the choir there since he was a little boy and joined his school choir in middle school. As a kid, Antuan was a fan of Jean-Claude Van Damme and dreamed of making movies as a  martial arts actor. At ten, he took Tae Kwon Do, earning his black belt in just two years. His instructor, recognizing his talent, offered him a scholarship to increase his class time. This led to competing in the Junior Olympics, with an eye toward the US Olympic team, expected to open up to Tae Kwon Do a few years later, but Antuan burned out. At the risk of disappointing his mother and instructor, he decided to stop. Mom was very supportive. His instructor tried to offer accommodations to make it work, but Antuan stood his ground. MTV was coming onto the scene. Antuan loved Janet Jackson's music videos and would mimic her moves. He aspired to become one of her backup dancers. He got involved in school plays, musical theater to be exact. Antuan loved it, although he learned about how unfair the world could be, especially to a young black male trying to get cast in musicals that were originally written for all white characters. Throughout high school and college, he learned how to navigate numerous disappointments, painfully and yet, with hope. As the author of Becoming Magic: A Path of Personal Reconstruction, a TEDx speaker, and Soldier of Love, Antuan has more than 20 years of experience in musical theater. He champions light, love, and joy for others. His passion and purpose are to empower people to live a whole life, where mistakes can exist, fear isn't debilitating, and vulnerability is not a weakness. In this week's Work From The Inside Out podcast, learn more about Antuan's journey: Antuan has worked as a singer, dancer, choreographer, and actor on cruise ships, in theme parks, regional theater, and on Broadway. A sexual violence survivor, Antuan is on the Advisory Council for the Office of Victim Services of New York, has given many keynote addresses, spoke on a panel at the Men's Sexual Assault Summit, and at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. Learn more and connect with Antuan here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/antuan-raimone/ https://www.facebook.com/antuan.raimone/ https://twitter.com/AntuanRaimone https://www.thesoldieroflove.us/

Long-time friend of Plan A Kasie Lee joins Jess and Teen to discuss the state of the San Francisco criminal justice system. Led by a progressive DA, controversy has surrounded lighter sentencing, decriminalization, and bail reform, as violent crimes against Asians skyrocket. Kasie is the Chief of Victim Services and an Assistant District Attorney with the San Francisco DA. Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/planamag Check out the new Plan A merchandise shop: plan-a-4.creator-spring.com/ TWITTER: Jess (@cogitatotomato) Teen (@mont_jiang) SUBMISSIONS & COMMENTS: editor.planamag@gmail.com EFPA Theme: "Escape From Plan A" by Ciel (@aerialist)