Best Sophisticated Ignorance Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Season 5 Episode 4: Unveiling the Impact of Domestic Violence on Children: Beyond the Myth of the Child Witness 49:17

2d ago49:17

49:17

Discover the hard truths about the impact of domestic violence on children, as we, David and Ruth Reymundo Mandel, discuss the "Myth of the Child Witness" chapter from David's book "Stop Blaming Mothers and Ignoring Fathers: How to transform the way we keep children safe from domestic violence." We promise you'll come away with a deeper understandi…

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Season 5 Episode 3: An Introduction to the David Mandel's Book "Stop Blaming Mothers and Ignoring Fathers: How to transform the way we keep children safe from domestic violence" 45:09

16d ago45:09

45:09

In this episode, Ruth and David start with a round up of their March 2024 Safe & Together trip to Australia and New Zealand with highlights from the 7th annual Safe & Together Asia Pacific conference with it's focus on work with First Nation peoples, feedback from podcast listeners, and an update on how the Model is transforming the Federal Circuit…

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Season 5 Episode 2: Women’s Use of Force in Intimate Relationships: An Interview with Lisa Young Larance 58:45

2M ago58:45

58:45

Both men and women can be violent and controlling. In this episode of Partnered with a Survivor, Ruth and David speak with international expert Lisa Young Larance about her research and clinical practice related to women’s use of force in intimate relationships. In the conversation, Lisa highlights the importance of context and intersectionalities …

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Season 5 Episode 1: Sexual and Domestic Violence In the Military: An Interview with Never Alone Advocacy 56:01

2M ago56:01

56:01

Sexual and domestic violence in the military challenges recruitment, retention, team cohesion, operational readiness, security and organizational health. Yet, most militaries around the world are still struggling to effectively address these problems. Gaps in the response harm military families, and allow the destruction of the careers and health o…

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EP 221 - 2023... Allegedly 58:06

4M ago58:06

58:06

Rovie & Vixon J. end 2023 with a year recap of some of the wildest headlines, from Rihanna's Super Bowl performance to the great Alabama Boat Battle. They also recall multiple celebrities shenanigans and call out all the other nonsense that's occurred in the last 12 months. See yall in '24. Visit our site: sophigpodcast.com Follow the pod on IG: @s…

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Season 4 Episode 12: Research That Puts Survivors at the Center 48:27

4M ago48:27

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Historically research hasn’t always involved or benefited the population being studied. Dr. Elizabeth Dalgarno, the Director, and Founder of the SHERA Research Group is staunch advocate of research that is undertaken by and with the people it concerns rather than “on” them. In this far-ranging interview, Ruth, David, and Dr Dalgarno discuss: SHERA’…

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Season 4 Episode 11: Human Resources Policy & Domestic Violence: Creating A Domestic Violence-Informed Organization 52:24

5M ago52:24

52:24

Domestic violence represent 27% of workplace violent events 1 in 5 victims take time off from work due to abuse 20% of victims of domestic abuse had taken off month or more in prior year 56% arrived late at least 5x/month 53% missed at least 3 days of work/month 65% of companies do not have domestic violence policy (SHRM) These statistics only repr…

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EP 220 - Clean Yourself King w/ Brendan 54:31

5M ago54:31

54:31

Clean Yourself King! Rovie & Vixon J. are joined by new friend of the show, Brendan, as they discuss men and their standards of hygiene and cleanliness. They discuss their grooming routines, how they present themselves to their partners and sharing their own views on what's important when it comes to maintaining a healthy regime. No doo doo stains …

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EP. 219 - The Math Is Mathing 51:09

5M ago51:09

51:09

The Math is Mathing! Rovie & Vixon J. discuss the Boy Math/Girl Math memes that took over the timeline by breaking down some of the meanings behind the memes. Caribbean Math also enters the chat as they share instances they can relate to. Plus, a daughter shares too much with their Mom and oxtail contraband (smh). Visit our site: sophigpodcast.com …

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Season 4 Episode 10: Ensuring the Voice of the Child is Heard, and Child’s Best Interests are Considered in Domestic Abuse Cases: How the Safe & Together Model Helps Promote the Rights of Children 51:31

5M ago51:31

51:31

Are children domestic violence victims in their own right? Are they co-victims with the adult survivor? What is the relationship between the child and the adult survivors’ experiences How do we hold domestic violence perpetrators accountable in their role as parents? How do we consider the child’s relationship to the perpetrator in decisions relate…

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EP 218 - Keep It Professional 54:46

6M ago54:46

54:46

Keep it professional! Rovie & Vixon J. discuss the meaning of being professional in different industries and capacities. They share their own experiences in their workplaces, how appearance and behavior affects perception, being genuine at work and customer service in Caribbean spaces. Plus, advising a professional in limbo and Keith Lee giving the…

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Season 4 Episode 9: The Last Drop Film: A revolutionary new tool for professionals working with young people around Coercive Control 34:24

6M ago34:24

34:24

The problem of dating violence and coercive control among young people has been sorely overlooked, and educational resources are hard to find...until now! In order make coercive control visible to youth & to fill a gap in professional education materials & intervention strategies for young people, we have partnered with the revolutionary new abuse …

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Season 4 Episode 8: “Heart Healing”: An interview with Mibbinbah’s Lisa and Jack Bulman 58:24

6M ago58:24

58:24

In this episode, Ruth & David speak with Lisa & Jack Bulman of Mibbinbah Spirit Healing about their work in community to facilitate healing from intergenerational trauma, support healthy relationship connections and strengthen the wellbeing of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander men and families. Mibbinbah uses a “whole of communities” approach whi…

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EP 217 - Super (Pass) Bros. 54:12

6M ago54:12

54:12

They stay fly! Rovie & Vixon J. dissect the world of "passport bros" and discover their mentality and behaviors. They discuss "90 Day Fiancé" and its portrayal of these type of men and determine if their way of life is beneficial or damaging. Plus, Rovie wins small for her birthday, $1000 dates and another unwanted guest to the cookout. Visit our s…

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EP 216 - My Son Handsome as HELL 57:31

7M ago57:31

57:31

Why are you calling your son handsome? Dutty! Rovie and Vixon J. discuss emotional incest and its effects on our development from childhood to adulthood. They break down how being a "boy-mom" or "girl-dad" affects your children and if have too close of a relationship with a parent is a good or bad thing. Plus: Rovie evolves to a new level of peace;…

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EP 215 - Do Bad All By Myself 56:47

8M ago56:47

56:47

Rovie & Vixon J. break down what makes a black person bad? Is it behavior, actions or something else? They discuss Lizzo's recent legal issues, the hoax that was Carlee Russell and other examples that prove their case. Plus, Vixon gives a listener some sound advice in a new segment. Visit our site: sophigpodcast.comFollow the pod on IG: @sipodcastF…

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EP 214 - Wine Pon Di Road 56:06

9M ago56:06

56:06

Wine Pon Di Road! Rovie & Vixon J. are back to talk about the history of Carnival and how it has evolved from its roots until now. They review the nature of the different cultures of carnival season and their own experiences either playing mass or being a part of the celebration.Visit the site: sophigpodcast.comFollow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG)Follow R…

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Season 4 Episode 7: Survivors Are Better Parents Than Most People Think (even survivors themselves) 53:01

10M ago53:01

53:01

In this episode, David & Ruth talk about why the Safe & Together Institute focuses on survivor protective capacities and some of the research behind this approach. While assessments of harm and risk, and trauma frameworks are important, these approaches highlight danger and pathologies. But these approaches, while necessary, are not sufficient enou…

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Season 4 Episode 6: “The Professional Part of Me is Not Separated from the Personal:” An interview with Nneka MacGregor 1:15:23

10M ago1:15:23

1:15:23

Survivors, who are professionals, can live in fear that if they share their experience in the workplace, they will be dismissed and disregarded. In this episode, Ruth & David speak with Nneka Mcgregor, founder & Executive Director of WomenattheentrE, about the need to transform our systems so that professionals who are survivors, can safely share t…

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Season 4 Episode 5: An interview with Caring Dads co-creator Dr. Katreena Scott 1:06:09

10M ago1:06:09

1:06:09

There are few intervention programs for fathers who use violence as part of their parenting. In this episode, David & Ruth take a deep dive into the work that needs to happen with violent fathers with Dr. Katreena Scott, the co-creator of the Caring Dads program. In this interview, David Ruth and Katreena speak about The importance of intervening w…

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Season 4 Episode 4: Being abused by a partner while advocating for others: An interview with Leah Vejzovic, the Safe & Together Institute North American Regional Manager 59:36

11M ago59:36

59:36

Professionals working in domestic violence and related fields are not immune from being abused by their partner. In fact, their role as a domestic violence or related professional can create some unique vulnerabilities that perpetrators are willing and able to exploit as part of their efforts at control. In another episode in the series about pract…

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Season 4 Episode 3: The silent effects of non-fatal strangulation: A conversation with international & lived experience expert, Nneka MacGregor 1:04:33

12M ago1:04:33

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Strangulation attempts are a common element of domestic violence perpetrators’ patterns of behaviors. Non-fatal strangulation has long been identified as a risk factor for domestic violence homicide. Less attention has been paid to the short, medium and long term effects of non-fatal strangulation on survivor functioning and well-being. In this int…

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Season 4 Episode 2: Coming “Out” As A Survivor in a Professional Setting: A Practitioner’s Journey 1:03:02

12M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Listening to the voice of lived experience experts, AKA survivors of all forms of abuse and neglect, is becoming more and more a part of the domestic violence-informed professional landscape. At the same time, self-disclosure, in professional spaces, of being an abuse survivor can be a fraught for some practitioners. It can be associated with fears…

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Season 4 Episode 1: Using the Concept of Partnering with Survivors to Promote Worker Health and Well-Being 48:07

1y ago48:07

48:07

Working with domestic violence means professionals come into contact daily with complex & challenging trauma. Beyond the complexity involved with working toward the safety of the family, working with domestic violence survivors often confronts professionals with their own prior experiences of abuse and trauma. Partnering with survivors using the Sa…

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EP 213 - (Half) Black and Proud! 43:13

1y ago43:13

43:13

Happy Half Black History Month? We reveal why Rovie is more privileged than the rest of us, social media coons, biracial relations, why Henny and other brown drinks continue to have a grip on us, plus a nine year old being smarter than Vixon (no surprise).Visit the site: sophigpodcast.comFollow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow Rovie: @n…

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EP. 212 - New Year, Same Pod 50:40

1+ y ago50:40

50:40

So, what had happened was… we’re back to the pod as we discuss what went down from the last time we recorded until now, including the Britney Griner case, the War in Ukraine, Rode v. Wade being overturned, Queen Elizabeth passing away, snow in Miami, SouthWest Airline cancellations, Tory Lanes and Meghan, plus Nick Cannon’s 12th child?! 2022 was a …

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Season 3 Episode 13: What Domestic Violence Perpetrators Steal From Survivors 36:57

1+ y ago36:57

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When we think about domestic violence only in terms of what is added - violence and danger - instead of what is taken away (safety, self determination, quality of life), we fail at naming some of the most profound effects of domestic violence perpetrators’ behaviors on survivors. In this episode, David & Ruth talk about what survivors' often "lose"…

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Season 3 Episode 12 Weaponize & Fabricate: How Domestic Violence Perpetrators’ Behaviors Intersect with Survivors’ Mental Health and Substance Misuse Issues 1:00:24

1+ y ago1:00:24

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Toxic Trio. Triple Play. Trifecta. All over the globe, professionals working with families have shorthand jargon that reflects the prevalence of the complex mixture of issues that many families experience. Unfortunately these phrases do not usually enhance the ability to partner with survivors or intervene with perpetrators. In this episode of Part…

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Season 3 Episode 11: Pivoting to The Perpetrator: An essential tool for interrupting victim blaming 1:11:25

1+ y ago1:11:25

1:11:25

Conversations about domestic violence often start from a victim blaming perspective: “Why doesn’t she leave?” or “Why does she keep choosing him over children?” or “I can’t trust her to understand the impact on children. She has a trauma history.” These victim blaming statements interfere with partnering with survivors and holding perpetrators acco…

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Season 3 Episode 10: “Slow Motion Murder:” Widening the understanding of the link between domestic violence and child deaths 1:07:00

1+ y ago1:07:00

1:07:00

With upsetting frequency, the news will report a story of a child murdered by their mother’s partner. Sometimes this murder happens in the context of separation. Other times it is part of perpetrators' overall pattern of violence toward multiple family members. Unfortunately, dramatic homicides only tell part of the story. There are strong correlat…

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Season 3 Episode 9: Coercive Control in Children's and Mother's Lives: An interview with author and academic Dr. Emma Katz 1:31:16

1+ y ago1:31:16

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In this episode, David & Ruth discuss with Dr. Emma Katz in her new book, “Coercive Control in Children’s and Mother’s Lives.” Dr. Katz shares the story behind the development of this groundbreaking book, where she shares her learnings from interviews with 15 groups of mothers and their children. In this far ranging conversation, David, Ruth and Dr…

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Season 3 Episode 8: Understanding Reproductive Coercion: An Interview with Dr. Heather McCauley 1:05:35

1+ y ago1:05:35

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In this episode, David & Ruth continue their series on reproductive coercion as part of the cycle of intimate partner violence with an interview with Dr. Heather McCauley from the Michigan Consortium on Gender Based Violence MSU. Dr. McCauley discusses the newest research on reproductive coercion, the correlations to intimate partner violence, unwa…

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The Reunion Continues 39:55

2y ago39:55

39:55

A quick look into boundaries, mourning relationships and foot fetishes...

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Welcome Back!!!! 44:50

2y ago44:50

44:50

We are glad to be back!!! Let’s GO!!!

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Season 3 Episode 7: Understanding and Validating Survivors' Acts of Resistance 48:52

2y ago48:52

48:52

Too often conversations about domestic violence define survivors as passive trauma survivors with the emphasis on the negative mental health and addiction consequences of the perpetrators' patterns of behavior. And while these impacts are real they only tell part of the story. On a daily basis, survivors engage in small and large acts of resistance…

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Season 3 Episode 6: 7 Myths about the Safe & Together Model 55:34

2y ago55:34

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In this episode David & Ruth go 'myth busting!" Like any effort to promote change, there can be misconceptions of what the Safe & Together Model does or is about. The Safe & Together Model is not immune to this mischaracterizations. In their conversations, David & Ruth tackle the following 7 mistaken perceptions of the Safe & Together Model and dis…

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Season 3 Special Minisode: Interview with Celine Donovan, a New Zealand Safe & Together Model Certified Trainer 7:40

2y ago7:40

7:40

In this short, special bonus episode, Ruth interviews Celine Donovan, a Safe & Together Model Certified Trainer, working for Tatauko Mai, the only Safe & Together Institute Partner Agency in Aotearoa (New Zealand). Ruth caught up with Celine in coffee shop in Christchurch. They spoke about about how the Model has changed her practice. Celine, who a…

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Season 3 Episode 5 Minisode on Worker Safety & Well Being: Managing Your Own Fears About the Safety of the Family 22:28

2y ago22:28

22:28

In this final installment of the minisode series on worker safety and well-being, Ruth and David discuss the importance best practice around the question of practitioners own fears about the safety of the family. Anyone who has worked with domestic violence cases has felt fear and worry for the safety of the adult and child survivors. Sometimes the…

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Season 3 Episode 4: Reproductive Coercion 52:32

2y ago52:32

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Reproductive coercion is part of a perpetrator's pattern of coercive control and is a common and powerful tool that is used to entrap & control victims using pregnancy & children. Forcing women to become pregnant & maintain a pregnancy has long term implications for women & children's lives. Not only do adult survivors suffer the consequences, but …

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EP. 211 - Mature Audiences Only 58:14

2y ago58:14

58:14

Rovie & Vixon J. tackle the over-sexualization of children in media and within our social circles. They discuss how young they were exposed to sex, examine what "legal" means as a minor, and the damages of adults profiling younger people in a sexual way.Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW)Follow the pod: @sipod…

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EP. 210 - (Suplex) Like A Rockstar w/ Talia Janette 59:02

2y ago59:02

59:02

Rovie & Vixon J. "get in the ring" with Talia Janette, an amateur wrestler, who shares her experience starting off in the industry. They describe their schooling, their first match, misconceptions about the industry and what it was like being backstage at a WWE show.Follow Talia: @taliajanette01 (IG/TW) Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)…

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EP. 209 - Bottomless to Sober w/ Jessica Dueñas 53:01

2y ago53:01

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Rovie & Vixon J are joined by Jessica Dueñas, creator of Bottomless to Sober, who shares her journey to sobriety. She discusses the events that caused her addiction, how she was able to share her story with her loved ones and her experience in rehabilitation.Follow Jessica and check out her site: @yesiladuena & @jduenas24 (IG/TW) bottomlesstosober.…

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EP. 208 - Finding Your Circle w/ Jarrod D. King 56:13

2y ago56:13

56:13

Rovie & Vixon J. are joined by Jarrod D. King, one host of the "Boyfriends" podcast, to discuss the state of gay culture and building community from his perspective. They define lifestyle versus sexuality, the dating scene and how to navigate the different sections of identity and expression.Follow Jarrod and Boyfriends Pod: @jarroddking & @boyfrie…

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EP. 207 - See Attachment Below 44:30

2y ago44:30

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Rovie and Vixon J. go over Attachment Theory and the different attachment styles that define adult relationships. They also take the Attachment Style quiz to determine their own styles and see if it matches their personalities.Take the attachment style quiz here: https://www.attachmentproject.com/Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow …

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EP. 206 - So You Want To Start A Podcast? 59:05

2y ago59:05

59:05

Rovie & Vixon J. talk about the nature of podcast culture today and how people may use or abuse the platform. They define the difference between a healthy and toxic podcast and how hosts can be more responsible to their audiences.Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW)Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast…

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EP. 205 - Reality Is Blind 1:04:49

2y ago1:04:49

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Rovie and Vixon J. dive into reality tv and how it skews dating and relationships. They review the recent “Love Is Blind” series, the notion of being the “second choice,” and how dating in real life parallels from what we see on TV.Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW)Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podca…

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EP. 204 - Shut Up And Work Hard 57:29

2y ago57:29

57:29

Rovie & Vixon J. discuss Kim Kardashian’s latest remarks about women in business needing to work harder. They review what hard work looks like, is the age of the “hustler” dead and what goes into maintaining a work/life balance.Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW)Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (…

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EP. 203 - All Up In My Phone 1:01:51

2y ago1:01:51

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Left me on read? Rovie & Vixon J. discuss our world of cell phone etiquette and how it shapes how we communicate, from texting do's and don'ts, if certain messaging practices can be seen as disrespectful and what personal space and access looks like through technology.Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW)Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW)Follow …

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EP. 202 - Are Ukraine-ing Me?! 48:36

2y ago48:36

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Are you serious? Rovie & Vixon J. discuss the crisis happening in Ukraine, specifically how foreign refugees from Africa, and other countries have been treated trying to leave the country. They review the media's role in shaping the narrative, and how or if we can sympathize for what's going on over there, considering the circumstances.Follow Vixon…

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Season 3 Episode 3: Minisode on Worker Safety & Well Being: When Workers Have Their Own Histories of Abuse 22:13

2y ago22:13

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In this fifth installment of the minisode series on worker safety and well-being, Ruth and David discuss the prevalence of histories of abuse amongst professionals and how agencies can proactively shape their human resources, training and supervision to this reality. One of the main takeaways from this episode is that having staff who have abuse hi…

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