• Temperature Check: Self-Compassion Summer Is In
    Jun 18 2026

    Summer is in full swing! Beach trips, river floats, pool parties, and more - as the temperature climbs societal pressures can too. On this episode, Educators share affirmations and discuss self-compassion & our bodies as a reminder to be kind to yourself this summer.

    Resources

    Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/

    HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)

    For free virtual bystander intervention trainings visit righttobe.org

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.

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    27 mins
  • Men in the Movement
    May 4 2026

    oin Kiara and Ely as they interview a guest, Brandon. He used to be one of us – A Prevention Educator and A Primary Prevention Coordinator doing sexual violence prevention work with HCWC. Brandon’s joining us for an episode about Men in the Movement to end sexual violence in our community. Stick around till the end for our first ever fun bird fact!

    🎧 Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts.

    Resources:

    HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    To Learn More:

    Futures Without Violence: https://futureswithoutviolence.org/priority/men-boys/

    Recognize Violence Change Culture: https://www.joinrvcc.org/resourcehub

    Documentaries:

    • Tough Guise
    • Tough Guise 2
    • The Mask You Live In

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.

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    35 mins
  • Soundtrack to Our Relationships
    Feb 16 2026

    Description:

    On this episode of Outspoken, Kera, Kiara, and Lilian take us on a musical journey through the Soundtrack to Our Relationships. They explore how the music we listen to can shape our views on relationships, love, boundaries, and belonging. Listen to hear their picks for songs about support systems, healthy & unhealthy relationship dynamics, breakups, and self-compassion!

    Listen to the Soundtrack to Our Relationships playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/02s2g3umk64AZgfiV3yQLk?si=HppAWU-UQwODTNCkZMCywA

    Resources

    Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/

    HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)

    Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: @HCWCenter

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.

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    56 mins
  • Healthy Breakups
    Jan 7 2026

    On this episode, Megan and Ely, are joined by community partner Marisa, a Health Promotion Specialist from Texas State University, and discuss the need for skills around healthy breakups and what that looks like for all kinds of relationships. They explore helpful and unhelpful tips for breaking up in friendships, family relationships, romantic/sexual relationships, and unhealthy/abusive dynamics. Since relationships are a part of all of our lives, join us in getting more intentional about how we can have healthy relationships even when we’re ending them.

    Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Resources

    HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)

    Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/

    Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/

    Students Against Violence at TXST: Students Against Violence

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.

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    49 mins
  • Your Communities and Groups: Exploring Healthy, Unhealthy or Abusive Dynamics
    Dec 11 2025

    On this episode, Megan, Ely, and special guest, HCWC Children’s Counselor, Hanyue, look at community dynamics. They explore how our groups can shape our views on power and control, and whether or not our leadership is promoting a healthy or unhealthy environment. Tune in and build skills to create healthier communities where everyone is free from abuse.

    Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Resources

    Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/

    HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC & @HCWCenter

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Candid Conversations: Consent Where Have You Been Loca?
    Oct 28 2025

    It’s been 20 years since Twilight...let’s talk about it! On this episode of Outspoken, our educators introduce their first installment of Candid Conversations, a series where we sit down, press record, and share our unscripted thoughts.

    Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.

    #HoaHoaHoa #WhereHaveYouBeenLoca #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC

    Resources

    Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/

    Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/

    Safe Bae: https://safebae.org/

    Right to Be: https://righttobe.org/

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org

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    49 mins
  • Summer Media 2025
    Sep 5 2025

    On this episode of Outspoken, our educators wrap up summer with a deep dive into what they’ve been watching over the last few months. Listen now to hear how relationship dynamics, consent, and cultural expectations show up in pop culture and entertainment!

    Resources

    Stop the Hurt: https://stopthehurt.org/

    HCWC 24-Hour HELPline 512-396-4357 (HELP)

    Love is Respect: https://www.loveisrespect.org/

    For resources on general media literacy, like internet safety practices for youth, visit https://medialiteracynow.org/resource-library/

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: @HCWCenter

    Thank you to everyone who contributed to the making of this podcast episode.

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Empowering Youth
    Apr 15 2025

    On this episode of Outspoken, our educators discuss what empowering youth looks like and how it helps prevent violence in our communities. Listen now to learn how to effectively empower the youth in your life!

    Listen now at stopthehurt.org/outspoken and anywhere you listen to podcasts. Follow us on social media and share your thoughts using #OutspokenPodcast.

    #EmpowerYouth #Outspoken #Podcast #NewPodcastAlert #HCWC

    Resources

    • Stop The Hurt
    • Love is Respect
    • Safe Bae
    • Right to Be
    • The Trevor Project

    If you or someone you know has experienced abuse and is seeking support or services, additional resources can be found at hcwc.org/resources

    Learn about these topics and more at stopthehurt.org

    Follow us on social media!

    Instagram: stopthehurt_HCWC

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    41 mins