Best Lafasa Podcasts (2025)

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Girls Rides at LSU Conversation with the president 16:38

4M ago16:38

16:38

Under the shadow of the Madison Brooks tragedy, Girls Rides at LSU was started by a few students who saw a way they could share rides with each other so they would feel safe, reduce the possibility of being harmed and in effect they could help each other out economically and grow relationships. The model that they have set up has grown exponentiall…

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Love Yourself in the "Right Now" 49:27

8M ago49:27

49:27

Do you lack confidence and constantly compare yourself to the things you are not? As humans, many of us don't feel like we are in a place where we want to be physically and emotionally, and trauma only compounds these feelings of inadequacy. If you're in that phase, we are here to bring you out. Inspired by a real-life body shaming experience, this…

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Get Reacquainted with LaFASA in 2024! 33:37

10M ago33:37

33:37

Since we began recording podcasts, LaFASA has had quite a bit of change in personnel. You'll hear some familiar voices, but also new voices and learn about new positions. Listen as we talk serious, and cut loose, get to know the people at LaFASA in 2024.

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Treating Trauma with a Holistic Approach 30:45

1y ago30:45

30:45

Are you living your optimal life? Maybe you're experiencing pain or other maladies that affect you and prevent you from living the way you want to live. Did you know that your mind plays a huge role in your physical health and that the body can show physical symptoms manifested from past trauma or from living with secondary trauma as a care-taker? …

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Madison Brooks and Her Legacy 21:33

1y ago21:33

21:33

LaFASA talks with Ashley Baustert, mother of Madison Brooks, the LSU sophomore who was sexually assaulted and left on a dark highway without a cell phone. Ashley talks about who Madison was and how she continues to make a difference in the lives of others through the Madison Brooks Foundation. LaFASA is always impressing the point that prevention l…

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A beautiful reading of poetry by the author, Zoe Fay-Stindt 29:26

2y ago29:26

29:26

Zoe Fay-Stindt's poetry has appeared in museum galleries, on the radio, on the streets of small towns, in community farm newsletters, and other strange and wonderful places. Their work has also been nominated for the Pushcart Prize, and has been featured in RHINO, Muzzle, VIDA, Southeast Review, The Florida Review, Ninth Letter, Poet Lore, and othe…

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Dogs are the best!! Service dogs are even better! :D 43:31

2+ y ago43:31

43:31

Dogs are the best. It's been shown that the friendship of a dog can decrease stress, increase endorphins, and increase our life expectancy. For those who have suffered trauma in some capacity, dogs are especially beneficial and Service Dogs can enhance their independence and healing process in ways other methods, such as counseling and therapy, can…

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Maintaining Dignity: A Talk with Hope Ministries 33:38

3+ y ago33:38

33:38

Did you know that most government programs cannot help prevent homelessness? They are structured to help someone who has already received an eviction notice. While government programs can be a safety net, the primary goal is prevention. Hope Ministries is an organization with amazing and dedicated people who want to help people from becoming homele…

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Louisiana now has statewide text-based crisis intervention! 36:48

3+ y ago36:48

36:48

LaFASA has added text-based contact for crisis and general assistance to it's Helpline. This is amazing and adds another dimension to the ways that survivors can get help. In this podcast we talk with Katie Boleware, the program's coordinator, and her intern Courtney, about how the program got started, was formed, the volunteers, who we encourage t…

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The Benefits of Being Grateful 13:21

3+ y ago13:21

13:21

Being grateful has some pretty awesome side effects. Let's talk about those things.

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How helping survivors of DV with their pets is a good decision for everyone 22:27

3+ y ago22:27

22:27

LaFASA recently spoke in a podcast with Mark Medina from Metro Centers for Community Advocacy, one of LaFASA’s dual member centers. We talk about how important it is to consider all family members, including pets, who are affected by domestic violence. Local DV agencies and advocates can also help those in need to create an action or safety plan wh…

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Sexual assault is being addressed in the Louisiana Film industry 24:00

3+ y ago24:00

24:00

Virginia Tucker is the writer and director of the 9 minute short film "Touched," a film that addresses sexual assault and the after effects it has on survivors. It is one of 20 finalist films competing September 30 thru October 1 at PrizeFest in Shreveport, La. LaFASA sits down with Virginia to discuss her film, what inspired it, and how it can imp…

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Introducing SAFE to the LaFASA Family 21:23

4y ago21:23

21:23

SAFE - SOUTHEAST ADVOCATES FOR FAMILY EMPOWERMENT We talk with Nnenna Minimah, Executive Director of SAFE and get a proper introduction. If you're in the Tangipahoa, St. Helena, or Livingston Parish area and you are in need of help, please find help or contact them at https://www.safelouisiana.org.

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Natalie Herndon Talks about Kindness Rocks 22:05

4y ago22:05

22:05

LaFASA is working with Natalie Herndon, Senior Marketing Specialist at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady North American Region, to promote compassion and kindness in Baton Rouge and throughout the state. Finding a creative and beautiful rock painted with a positive message can brighten anyone's day. To watch this interview on youtube, visit: http…

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A Survivor's Story Told Through Poetry 28:44

4y ago28:44

28:44

Nadia Khansa is a survivor who found her path to wholeness through writing poetry and drawing. After experiencing war, sexual violence, and intense hardship with mental health, "Breathing in Spring" is the story of healing. The book is divided into 4 chapters, Dying, Haunting, Resurrecting, and Breathing, and take the reader on a journey through th…

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Art Therapy for Survivors with Karis Bouillon 34:21

4y ago34:21

34:21

Art therapy is a technique rooted in the idea that creative expression can foster healing and mental well-being. Art, either creating it or viewing others’ art, is used to help people explore emotions, develop self-awareness, cope with stress, boost self-esteem, and work on social skills. Karis Bouillion is a counselor with STAR in the greater bato…

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Making Your Case: Legal advocacy for survivors 1:02:05

4y ago1:02:05

1:02:05

Can you have legal representation if you don't report to the police? Can you get a restraining order without reporting to the police? Also, did you know that it's incredibly important to have a knowledgeable attorney assist when petitioning for a restraining order or to represent your needs during a trial? These are all topics that we discussed whe…

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Is Safety on Campus an Illusion? - Let’s Talk Campus LIfe part 2/Discussion with Samantha Sheppard and guest Josef Canaria 36:59

4+ y ago36:59

36:59

In light of February being Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, our talk will center around campus sexual assault and safety. Safety means different things to different people. What are the perceptions of campus safety to students? What is true campus safety? This conversation highlights what students should actually do to promote a…

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Survivors Organizing for Criminal Justice Reform with Katie Hunter-Lowrey from The Promise of Justice Initiative 30:27

4+ y ago30:27

30:27

Every survivor has a different idea of what accountability looks like after a sexual assault. While some may want to pursue the traditional criminal legal response, others may be more wary of these systems. What does accountability look like for a sexual assault survivor who does not support the current iteration of the criminal justice system? Can…

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The Poetic Process as an Instrument for Healing with Malaika Albrecht and Dr. Kristie Cato 51:44

4+ y ago51:44

51:44

There is no single approach that has been proven to be the most effective when treating survivors of incest, CSA, and sexual assault. In our experience, by using empathy as the main motivator, poetry and narrative therapy approaches can be integrated by survivors to not only allow them to process and reauthor their story of abuse, but also to provi…

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Empower Yourself through Martial Arts 1:04:18

4+ y ago1:04:18

1:04:18

Working through aspects of Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS) using self-defense can be helpful to many survivors of violence find new joy in life. Feeling in control and empowered is the goal when you train in martial arts, especially according to David Vincent. Anybody, regardless of your physical ability or your emotional status, can train in this disc…

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Jillian Guinta, Healing oppression and bad behaviors with yoga techniques 32:36

4+ y ago32:36

32:36

This podcast details a Trauma-informed perspective on: - Understanding privilege and how stress and damage to one’s psyche impedes connection and, therefore, empathy - Privilege as different types of "wealth" and "currency” - Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - How trauma impacts the brain and nervous system - How trauma becomes cyclical -- trauma create…

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Coping with Personal Finance Obstacles 29:40

4+ y ago29:40

29:40

Survivors of sexual assault, and trauma in general, often will experience tertiary effects due to trauma. Tertiary effects are long-term effects that are set off as a result of a primary event. These kinds of changes in behavior can include loss of concentration skills, lack of ambition, but also a loss of ability to maintain financial stability. A…

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The Added Trauma of Natural Disasters 33:23

4+ y ago33:23

33:23

Jessie Nieblas, Brittany Hunt, and Kelli Knight of LaFASA discuss the unique challenges that survivors face in the aftermath of a disaster. In light of Hurricane Laura ripping through Louisiana, we understand survivors of sexual assault have the added trauma and PTS that comes into the recovery equation. This is a great conversation that delves int…

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The Lighthouse Program is a Beacon for Students at LSU 34:16

5y ago34:16

34:16

NOTE: This podcast was recorded prior to the Corona pandemic. The 2020 Fall Semester is going to look very different at colleges across the state as attempts to keep everyone safe and healthy are being made, however - at LSU - Lighthouse services are still available to students. In this podcast, LaFASA talks with Susan Bareis with the Lighthouse pr…

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Discover Yoga Therapy for Trauma Recovery with Jillian Guinta 31:12

5y ago31:12

31:12

Join us as we talk with Jillian about trauma recovery for the mind and body. Traumas are emotional events that overwhelm us and our ability process and move through them. As a result, a traumatized person can feel that they are at the mercy of the world around them. In this workshop, we will explore the impacts that traumas have on the mind, body a…

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Let's Talk About Louisiana: Monica Taylor and Wanjennia Atkins of the La. Attorney General's office 35:06

5y ago35:06

35:06

Check out our conversation with Monica Taylor and Wanjennia Atkins of the Louisiana Attorney General's office. How is the AG taking on the sexual assault issues in our state? A special department was created to specifically address sexual assault and domestic violence. Monica (LaFASA board member) and Wanjennia want you to know they are on our team…

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Justin Boardman Talks Neurobiology / Trauma to the Brain PART 2 35:47

5y ago35:47

35:47

We continue our discussion about how trauma affects the brain and why it is so important to include this science when conducting sexual assault investigations. Retired Detective Justin Boardman was in Law Enforcement for 15 years. For seven years, he was been assigned to the Special Victim’s Unit. During his first year in Investigations, Justin was…

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Justin Boardman Talks about Trauma Informed Interviews 48:11

5y ago48:11

48:11

Retired Detective Justin Boardman was in Law Enforcement for 15 years. For seven years, he was been assigned to the Special Victim’s Unit. During his first year in Investigations, Justin was awarded Investigator of the Year, conducted nearly 300 forensic child victim interviews, and 140 adult sexual assault victim interviews. Justin co-authored (al…

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Exploring the Forensic Exam After Sexual Assault 29:56

5+ y ago29:56

29:56

Cassandra Billiot is a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) who works with the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office in Louisiana. You may not know much about what happens and why during an evidence gaining exam, but Cassandra is here to give the details that set your mind at ease. Exams don't have to be scary, and if you are worried about who gets i…

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Jody Plauche Discusses Why Gary Why 29:08

5+ y ago29:08

29:08

During this episode we talk with Jody Plauche'. He has written a book that has been recommended by many to any parent with minor children. Recounting his own experiences, he brings light and insight into the way predators gain trust and can take advantage of children.

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Mark Schettler with Shift Change 31:07

5+ y ago31:07

31:07

Shift Change is a non-profit in the New Orleans area vested in promoting education and visibility in regards to sexual harm reduction and sexual harassment. Mark Schettler is the co-founder and tells his story and why this organization is so important to have in our community.

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Let's Talk Campus Life: Part 1 30:24

5+ y ago30:24

30:24

In August, Kelli and Josef visited LSU's main campus to discuss what Title IX is and how it affects students and faculty. They talk with Jennie Stewart who is LSU's Title IX Coordinator working with their 9 campuses statewide.

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Episode 2: LaFASA at NSAC interviewing Suzanne Estrella 10:03

5+ y ago10:03

10:03

Meeting new people at conferences is one of the highlights of attending them. LaFASA caught up with PCAR's staff attorney and had a great conversation.

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Introducing "Keepin' It Teal!" 21:31

6y ago21:31

21:31

Meet some of the members of Louisiana Foundation Against Sexual Assault as we explain how we fit into the support and prevention scene and explore the theme "I ask."

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