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Host Joe Pignataro and Brian Waldron take an in-depth look each week at the VAFA. Victorian Amateur Football Association, the countries premier local football code. Interviews, analysis, humor, tips for the weekend's game and so much more each and every week.
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Not only is masculinity a wilderness, we often feel alone in it. Male loneliness is at epidemic levels which is not only tragic, it correlates to more men seeking commercial sex. Unfortunately, the demand for commercial sex is precisely what drives human trafficking! On this podcast, we discuss aspects of modern masculinity with leaders across various social justice and professional backgrounds so you can increase your tools for navigating the Masculine Wilderness.
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Justice. Hope. Freedom. Learn about the issues of sex trafficking & exploitation and where this issue intersects with other societal ills such as violence, abuse, poverty, gangs, vulnerable populations, etc. Here, I will highlight individuals and organizations that are working to bring justice to the enslaved. Listen to podcast interviews (approximately 10-35 minutes in length) from experts, activists, survivors, law enforcement, leaders from Oregon and around the world. Isaiah 61:3 - To bes ...
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In this episode of the Masculine Wilderness Podcast, Tom Perez from Epic Project has a deep conversation with author and journalist Ruth Whippman. They dive into her new book, BOYMOM, which talks about the struggles boys face in a world of "toxic masculinity." Ruth opens up about raising three boys, the impact of the Me Too movement, and the big cu…
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In this episode of the Masculine Wilderness Podcast, host Tom Perez, CEO and founder of Epik Project, interviews John Richmond, an American attorney and diplomat renowned in the global anti-trafficking movement. John shares his extensive career experiences, from serving as a U.S. Ambassador to monitor and combat trafficking to his current roles at …
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In this episode of the Masculine Wilderness Podcast, Tom Perez, CEO and founder of Epic Project, chats with Ian ('Pancakes') and Chris ('Critter'). They dive into their personal stories about tackling men's mental health and suicide prevention. The guys talk about how their friendship and love for motorcycles sparked the creation of the 'Get Lost F…
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In this episode of the Masculine Wilderness Podcast, host Tom Perez interviews Curtis Miller, the principal consultant at ConnectEd. They discuss the power of storytelling and the importance of belonging in creating positive cultural change. Curtis shares his personal journey and how he discovered the impact of sharing stories in building relations…
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In this episode, Nicholas Kristof discusses his journalism career and commitment to ending violence against women and girls. He shares stories of vulnerability and exploitation, highlighting the gender inequities and discrimination that exist worldwide. Kristof emphasizes the importance of education and role models in shaping the kind of men and bo…
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Pasha Dashtgard, Director of Research for the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab (PERIL), discusses online male extremism and the Manosphere. The Manosphere is an interconnected network of blogs, websites, and influencers that promote male supremacist ideology. It includes groups like men's rights activists, pickup artists, ince…
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In a world where many, particularly women and girls, face the horrors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation, efforts to combat these injustices must go beyond addressing individual acts of violence to dismantle the systemic structures that perpetuate inequality and harm. We’re all in this together, and each of us has a role to play in creati…
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Creating the world we want to see for our sons demands active engagement in the fight against sex exploitation and trafficking. As men, we bring unique perspectives and strengths to this crucial work, including the ability to challenge and transform harmful gender norms that perpetuate exploitation. We can use our voices to advocate and support sys…
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In today's digitally driven, amplified, and hyper-connected world, our children face unprecedented challenges, making it crucial to equip them with the tools to navigate societal pressures. By modeling empathy, resilience, and a strong moral compass, we can help them thrive and become respectable individuals. This involves a deliberate effort to mo…
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Fighting Sexual Abuse in Our Community with Yasmin Vafa Sexual abuse is a deeply entrenched issue within our community. However, the focus on the most extreme forms of sex trafficking can blind us from the pervasive reality of everyday sexual exploitation and violence that occur right in our backyard. While attention to extreme cases is crucial, it…
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When we stay silent about the big problem of abuse and human trafficking, it's like saying it's okay. However, by breaking the silence, we empower the next generation to confront these issues head-on, fostering a culture of awareness, advocacy, and empathy. It's about shattering the barriers of fear and ignorance and equipping young people with the…
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Fighting human trafficking begins with raising safe sons who are compassionate, empathetic, and committed to making the world a better place. By instilling values of humility and empathy in our boys, we cultivate a generation of men who not only understand the gravity of exploitation but actively work to combat it. It doesn't require formal members…
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Surviving human trafficking is a journey marked by unspeakable trauma, profound resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Those who have endured this horrific ordeal have faced unimaginable horrors, stripped of their autonomy, dignity, and basic human rights. Yet, amid the darkness, survivors emerge as beacons of hope, reclaiming t…
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In a world where the shadows of human trafficking and sexual exploitation loom large, the fight for justice and human dignity is more urgent than ever. We're called not only to see ourselves for who we truly are but also to recognize the pain of others and respond with unwavering strength and compassion. Each day presents an opportunity to stir up …
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Kevin Branzetti, co-founder and CEO of the National Child Protection Task Force, boasts a distinguished 29-year career in law enforcement, primarily focused on counterterrorism and violent extremism with the NYPD for 22 years and later at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office for seven years. During his tenure at the DA's office, he spearheaded …
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Survivor Turned Advocate: Andrea Heinz's Healing, Hope and Advocacy for Abolition of Sex Trade Have you ever wondered how sexual exploitation and sex work impact the individuals involved, particularly women? The ripple effects of commercial sex and sexual exploitation extend beyond the immediate exchange, influencing emotional, psychological, and r…
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The miracle of her rescue marked the beginning of a new chapter, but it came with its own set of challenges. Yet, from the dark experience emerged a remarkable woman with an unwavering commitment to turning pain into purpose. Elizabeth's journey led her to establish the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, a testament to her dedication to bringing hope and …
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Rod Davis with TEARS Ministries which stands for True Evangelism Always Requires Sacrifice, was founded by Rod and Twila Davis and is a faith-based not for profit based in La Vega, Dominican Republic. They see first had how girls and boys in their community in the Dominican Republic are groomed and recruited into sex slavery. What they provide as a…
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Kristen A. Jenson is the founder of Defend Young Minds and is the author of the Good Pictures Bad Pictures series of read-aloud books. She is also the executive producer of the Brain DefenseTM: Digital Safety curriculum—a powerful and engaging video-based course for families and educators. Kristen shares about major ways pornogarphy sets kids up fo…
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Dignity Coconuts was born in 2010 and is a social enterprise with a mission to stop modern-day slavery for coconut farming communities. Years of nonprofit work fighting trafficking revealed many of the women were trafficked from poor rural farming areas. The coconut industry uses predatory loans and corrupt buying practices to enslave farmers, leav…
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Jay Benke is an abduction and child sex trafficking survivor located in Oregon. As a person whose disabilities and LGBTQ2IA+ identity intersect with her survivorship, she brings a unique perspective as she serves the community. She specializes in advocacy for the disabled, trafficked children and youth, victims of intimate partner violence, people …
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Vanessa Russell, Founder of Love Never Fails in California. Love Never Fails formed in December 2011 after the Founder's teenage dance student experienced human trafficking in the SF Bay Area. They are committed to the well-being of all youth and driven to restore, educate and protect them from sex trafficking. Their approach addresses a survivor's…
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This episode we are going to talk about the work I do to prevent sex trafficking and domestic violence. I, Adrienne Livingston, am a co-developer of the Girl Empowerment Curriculum along with Michele Lathrop. We created this curriculum to serve as a resource for churches, Christian schools and nonprofits to use to educate and address the underlying…
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I have the pleasure of welcoming to the show Traci Rossi, Executive Director of Friends of the Children, Portland Chapter. Traci has over 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience with an emphasis in education, community outreach, and service to girls, women, children, and families. Traci was recently named a 2020 Woman of Influence by the Portla…
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Claire Barrera an artist, activist and educator based in Portland, Oregon. They have worked in the anti-violence movement for over 20 years. Currently they work as the Sex Trafficking Senior Strategist with Multnomah County and organize with Brown Girl Rise. In 2009, Multnomah County established the Multnomah County Sex Trafficking Collaborative wh…
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Katelynn Spencer is a survivor-leader in the fight against image-based sexual abuse. Her personal fight for justice began upon finding out that a friend, who groomed her into making a sex video with him, uploaded it and another one she was unaware that he had recorded, onto Pornhub, a global pornography platform, without her consent. The videos had…
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Yasmin Vafa, Executive Director with Rights4Girls shares about their work to advocate for the dignity and rights of young women and girls so that every girl can be safe and live a life free of violence and exploitation. Yasmin has testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on the need for legislative reform for girls in the legal system. Learn…
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After 2 years of interruptions, a complete season of VAFA football was played. Joe Pignataro and Josh Heriot recap season 2022, and all the moments that stood out from a memorable year across the Men's competition, the Women's competition, the Masters and the Under 19's. The countdown is on for 2023, but before we look forward. We look back on the …
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On September 19, 2022 confirmation came through that the Yarra Old Grammarians and Manningham Cobras in Division 2 had agreed to a merger thus becoming the Old Yarra Cobras. A week out from pre-season beginning for the new club, President Nick Paton, Men's coach Nathan Monaco and Women's coach Michael James join Joe Pignataro to discuss the process…
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A massive evening on RSN Carnival with Joe Pignataro, Eliza Wright, Josh Heriot and Mitch Dyer going through the VAFA's 2022 best and fairest players across Premier B to Division 3 Women's, Premier B to Division 4 Men's. The Under 19's, Under 23's and the Mecwacare Masters. A congratulations to all our award recipients on producing a terrific seaso…
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Joe Pignataro, and Brian Waldron look ahead to a terrific weekend of footy coming up - Can Old Brighton keep the wins going as they battle Collegians for a spot in the William Buck Premier Grand Final? Or will Collegians get back to their winning ways? Dale Bower has taken Uni Blacks to the Premier B Grand Final and will play in A-Grade in 2023, he…
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Lucy Watkin and Eliza Wright bring you the William Buck Premier Women's Grand Final preview episode, we go into the camps of St Kevins and Kew ahead of the big dance. Bree Doyle was a member of the 2019 Premiership SKOB outfit, can they go back to back? While Jess Burger is hoping to coach the Bears to the promised land.…
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Bumper edition of For the Love of the Game. The home and away season for William Buck Premier and Premier B is done, we now move into the finals series. The Divisional finals series is up to the Preliminary Final weekend while De La have gone down in the Mecwacare Masters.By VAFA Media
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Heading into the final round of William Buck Premier, Old Melburnians will head to Old Brighton in an Elimination Final. The winner will play in September while for the loser, it's curtains on 2022, captain of OM's Josh Freezer is our headline guest.. For the Divisions, the finals start this weekend on Saturday and right through Sunday.…
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Joe Pignataro and Brian Waldron wrap up the third last round of the home and away season for Premier A, and Premier B. Plus look ahead to the final home and away round for the Divisions before moving into finals. Marcus Stavrou, captain of Old Xaverians is our special guest as the red and black army try to push their way into the top 4 with 2 games…
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Lucy Watkin and Eliza Wright take you Inside the Boundary, as we preview every Grand Final from Premier B through to Division 3 Women's. In William Buck Premier Women's, we have moved into the first weekend of the finals series. Eloise Defina, a star of the Old Camberwell side, joins us. As the Wellers go for an unlikely Premiership in Division 1, …
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Joe Pignataro and Brian Waldron are back to talk through the great divide in William Buck Premier between the top 5 and the bottom 5, in Division 2 Men's, Brunswick and MHSOB have fought out a magnificent draw, while for the Women's competition, from Premier B to Division 3, they're on the doorstep of Grand Finals this weekend!…
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We've moved into the final month of the home and away season for 2022. Brian Waldron has selected a team from outside the top four who can still win this years Premiership. Collegians have made it six wins in a row, while Anthony 'Plugger' Lynch joins us to talk about St Kevin's strategy under his coaching guidance and the use of drones at training…
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St Bernard's and University Blues both claim wins from inside the relegation zone of William Buck Premier. It's a happy Brian Waldron this week as De La Salle claim a victory in Premier B, while after being berated for 15 weeks, Nick Armistead makes an appearance to respond plus take an in-depth look at the Albert Park Falcons, and Division 4 overa…
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The final home and away round of the season hits Premier B-Division 3 this weekend. The final four in Premier B is anyone's guess, while De La Salle must win over MCC in Division 3 if they're to play the finals. St Bede's has produced the most dominant season to date we've ever seen, coach of the Tigers, Belinda Ousley is our headline guest. Plus t…
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