Ending Domestic Abuse

In this week’s episode of  Ending Domestic Abuse,  I wanted to take some time to speak one-on-one with you all, our listeners! January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, so we will be discussing some reports focused on human trafficking from recent years and learning about steps you can take to recognize the signs of trafficking within your own communities.  It is importan...

We are honored to have Dr. Rondi Walker on this week’s episode of  Ending Domestic Abuse . Dr. Walker, a plastic surgeon with decades of experience, has been dedicated to ending domestic abuse through her involvement in nonprofits such as Knock Out Abuse and through referring clients to social workers and support systems. In the past, Dr. Walker has referred victims of domestic violence to our ser...

On this episode of Ending Domestic Abuse , we welcome back Kate Roberts, founder and CEO of the Body Agency and founder of the Maverick Collective, the Ikigai Company, and Katmonda Lifestyle. With Domestic Violence Awareness Month just wrapping up, Kate joins us to talk about the BodyNEXT Campaign, the implications of domestic violence on long-term health, and the work being done globally by the B...

This week’s episode of Ending Domestic Abuse features two incredible women with a passion for educating women on how to defend themselves. Our guests today are Former Deputy Sheriff, Joy Farrow, and Technologist and Domestic Violence Survivor, Laura Frombach. With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are very excited to have Joy and Laura share their expertise and talk about their n...

On this episode of Ending Domestic Abuse , Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Judge Kimberly Todd, who some of you may remember as the very first guest on the podcast back in 2020. We’re so excited to have her back on the show to talk more about her experiences as a judge in the Adult Drug Court and Veterans Treatment Court. She joins us today to talk about an incredible program which encourages people to...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Erin Loos Cutraro, founder and CEO of She Should Run - a nonprofit that encourages women from all backgrounds to run for public office! Erin’s incredible career spans education, politics, and strategic planning, all of which were underscored by Erin’s dedication to gender equality for women and girls. Join us as Erin shares more about...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with premier designer Yvette Irene. Yvette’s incredible career in design and her charm have made her a national television personality, with features and series on HGTV, the Food Network, and the Magnolia Network (formerly DIY Network). Recently, Yvette has started pursuing a career in acting as she pivots into (what she calls) “the better...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Adam Joel, impact-driven filmmaker and survivor of relationship abuse. Adam recently wrote and directed the Last Drop— a new sci-fi film about relationship abuse inspired by the memories of real survivors. If you're interested in learning more about this project or hosting your own screening, contact Adam at thelastdropfilm.com/hos...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Patricia “Trish” Gillespie, director of the documentary “The Fire That Took Her.” This documentary recounts the life and legacy of Judy Malinowski, a woman whose life was cut short by a horrifying act of domestic violence. Join us as we discuss Trish’s career as a storyteller, what drew her to Judy’s story, and the multi-year process o...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Wendy Federman - a Broadway Producer, philanthropist, businesswoman, and film producer (amongst other professions)! Wendy has won 13 Tony Awards for her work as a producer. We are honored to have Wendy join us to share her life story and advice for those looking to follow their dreams in the world of the arts.

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Kanchan Bhaskar - an author, mother, immigrant, and survivor of Domestic Abuse. As Women’s History Month comes to an end, we are honored to have Kanchan on the podcast to share her remarkable story of breaking free from an abusive marriage. Her memoir “Leaving: How I set myself free from an abusive marriage” will be released on April 1...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Kate Roberts -  founder and chief executive officer of The Body Agency, which focuses on increasing access and awareness of women’s healthcare globally. She is also the founder of the Maverick Collective, the Ikigai Company, and Katmondo Lifestyle. Listen in to learn about the status of women’s health across the globe today, how i...

January was National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month in the United States. This episode of Ending Domestic Abuse is another part of our one-on-one series where Dr. Ludy Green speaks directly to you, our listeners! Tune in to hear Dr. Green share her expertise on the subject, dispel common myths and misconceptions about human trafficking, and increase awareness about prevention work.

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with actress and survivor Katherine Kendall Butler.  She is a silence breaker in Hollywood, meaning she was one of the first women to speak to the New York Times for their report released in 2017 about her assault by Harvey Weinstein. She recently starred in the film “She Said,” a biographical drama depicting the processes behind relea...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Sheila Nevins - an award winning film producer. Recently, she produced “The Fire That Took Her,” a documentary which recounts the life and legacy of Judy Malinowski - a woman whose life was ended after a horrific act of domestic violence. Sheila currently serves as the Head of MTV Documentary Films where she helps bring important stori...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Naz Meknat - an author, celebrity stylist, immigrant, and survivor of Domestic Abuse. Her memoir “7000 Miles to Freedom” recounts her experiences in an abusive relationship, during which she was kept hostage by her then-husband without being able to take legal action in post-revolutionary Iran. Naz currently works as a celebrity stylis...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Katie Hood -  chief executive officer of the One Love Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young people with the resources necessary to understand signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships. Listen in to learn about the legacy of Yeardley Love, what the early signs of an unhealthy relationship are, and how a partnership wi...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Kimberly Blackburn - a mother, author, and survivor of Domestic Abuse. Kimberly discusses her recent publication, “Dirty Love,” a book which details her experiences in a physically, emotionally, and financially abusive relationship. She shares the courage it took to write this book, and why she feels now is the moment to share her stor...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with the Ambassador of the Republic of Ecuador to the United States, Ivonne A-Baki. In her roles as diplomat, peace negotiator, humanist, politician, and artist, Ambassador A-Baki has been instrumental in empowering women across the globe. The Ambassador also shares her advice for those impacted by the issue of Domestic Violence, as October...

Music is a powerful tool for both expression and understanding of emotions and for healing from trauma. For survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault, music therapy can help people regain a sense of self, strengthen their ability to recognize and release their emotions in a healthy way, and feel more in control of their actions and thoughts. Join Dr. Ludy Green in this week’s one-on-one episo...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with entrepreneurs Leah Sullivan and Delaney Drexler, about their self-made swimwear business Peachy Keen Swim. Sustainability, social responsibility, and self-love come together in Peachy Keen’s size-inclusive swimwear. Their newest line “Be a Good Human” focuses on inner care to inspire women and people everywhere to find confidence and s...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with film director and screenwriter Livia De Paolis about her experiences as a woman in the theater and film industry. Her most recent film "The Lost Girls," which she directed and wrote, explores the ramifications of multi-generational family trauma through centering on the experiences of four women. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

In this episode of Ending Domestic Abuse, Pat Mitchell shares her incredible life story as a producer, CEO, abuse survivor, and advocate for women's rights and gender equality. Together, Pat and Ludy discuss how "Becoming a Dangerous Woman" can help all women not only achieve our own goals, but also serve as role models and pillars of support for other women in our communities and across the world...

In this episode, Dr. Ludy Green and British anti-trafficking advocate and survivor, Rachel Lloyd, continue the important discussion of how policy and programs can do more to stop human trafficking. Listen in to learn about Rachel's story and GEMS, the organization she founded to support young girl survivors coming out of the sex trafficking industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

In this episode, Dr. Ludy Green talks with best-selling author Agapi Stassinopoulos about her newest book, Speaking with Spirit. They discuss the power of mindfulness, meditation, and connection to higher power-- however you define that. Agapi stresses the importance of connecting to something larger than just ourselves (whether means God, religion, the universe, or even just other humans). This c...