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April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. One underrepresented issue that falls under this umbrella is stalking. An estimated 13.5 million people are stalked every year in the United States; and nearly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men have been the victim of stalking at some point in their lives. In this episode, Dr. Green talks with Dr. Mary Beth, an expert who has served as a Special Agent in...

April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Our goal is to raise awareness of the reality of sexual assault in the US, in order to help those at risk protect themselves from violence and support survivors in their recovery. Listen in as Dr. Green talks about some of the most important topics related to Sexual Assault including: consent, tips for parents of young children and teenagers, how t...

Did you know that today, in 2022, only 14% of the top fashion brands are run or owned by women? This week's episode of Ending Domestic Abuse features Kay Unger, a prominent fashion designer, entrepreneur and philanthropist who started her own fashion company when the gender disparity in this industry was even wider. Listen in as Kay delves into her amazing career path as a female leader in the fas...

This week's episode of Ending Domestic Abuse with Dr. Ludy Green features Dr. Cheri McDonald, a licensed marriage and family therapist, coach, and creator of the DrCheriBreakFree approach to PTSD counseling. Listen as they discuss Dr. Cheri's path to a career in the mental health field and first steps that YOU can take to begin to heal from past trauma.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

In this episode, Dr. Green starts a series of sitting down with women at the top of their fields to ask them about their successes, failures, and journeys throughout their career paths.  This episode features Barbara Marcus, the President and Publisher of Random House Children's Books. Barbara discusses the calculated risks and career-changing steps she has taken in her life, including pursuing ch...

This week on Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green talks with life coach Linda Bonnar about the importance of finding internal strength and confidence to overcome Imposter Syndrome. Those who struggle with imposter syndrome often doubt their abilities and may feel as if they did not earn their achievements. Linda emphasizes that we all must place value on ourselves, and this extends to taking care...

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. We are using our platform to raise factual awareness about what human trafficking truly looks like, who is most at risk, and what you can do to prevent it and support survivors. This week, Dr. Green is joined by Laura Parker, founder and CEO of The Exodus Road, an organization that works to fight trafficking by educating the public, supportin...

In this episode, Dr. Green talks to Christina Vitagliano, a survivor of child sex abuse who has since found success as a CEO and entrepreneur. This past year, she published her memoir, Every Nine Minutes, to share her story as a child victim and how she dealt with the abuse that continued throughout her teenage years. You can find her book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Every-Minutes-Memoir-Chr...

In this episode, Dr. Green sits down with JoNan Cunningham, author of The Robot Lesson, a children’s book about how to treat others with kindness and equality, even if they are different from you. Together, they discuss the importance of introducing topics like bullying, injustice, and discrimination to young children through storytelling to create a more empathetic generation. You can find The Ro...

Although Domestic Violence Awareness Month has come to an end, listening and giving a voice to survivors is something we must do all year long. In this episode, Dr. Green speaks with Angeline Constantinou, a survivor who went from creating an exit plan for leaving an abusive partner to becoming a successful, financially independent businesswoman, speaker, and podcast host. Learn more about your ad...

Mothers in this country endure not only judgement and criticism from others but also tangible financial consequences for their decisions. Whether they choose to stay home with their children (a 24/7 job valued by the market at zero), try to return to work after a gap, or even remain childless, ALL women of childbearing age face pay gaps, discrimination, and lost wages. In this episode, Dr. Green t...

In this episode, Dr. Green sits down with Gloria Feldt, a best-selling author, speaker, and advocate who has dedicated her life to empowering women financially, emotionally, and politically. Together, they discuss the specific barriers that women face in achieving power, and how we must support each other to build a generation of "dangerously successful" women.  Learn more about your ad choices. V...

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In this week’s episode, Dr. Green focuses on a topic that is essential for every person, especially survivors of abuse, how to practice self-love, self-care, and how to create a healthy routine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Dr. Trent Claypool, a clinical psychologist who specializes in sexual assault prevention. Together, they discuss how men can participate in the dismantling of and healing from toxic masculinity. They emphasize that we must include men in conversations about intimate partner violence while continuing to empower female and nonbinary survivors. Learn more about your ad choi...

Are you struggling with stress or anxiety? Do you feel like you are constantly staring at our phone screen? Do you want to learn how to live in the moment and be more in-control of your thoughts? Listen in today to learn the basics of mindfulness from Dr. Ludy Green. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Ludy Green sits down with Mary Kathryn Nagle, Cherokee citizen, lawyer, playwright, and activist. They discuss the often silent epidemic of violence faced by Indigenous women and children, and the mental, emotional, and physical toll of intergenerational violence and trauma. They also explore the legal, social, political, and economic reforms that must happen to bring justice...

July is National Minority Mental Health Month. Although on a broad scale the importance of mental health care is better understood, there are still too many people who face doubt, ridicule, judgement, and a lack of resources when seeking help for mental illness. Dr. Green and Ayushee Ghoshal discuss the mental health stigma that still exists in many communities and cultures. Ayushee shares her pow...

The Ending Domestic Abuse Podcast is celebrating its one year anniversary! In this episode, Dr. Green reflects back on the previous year and discusses how the pandemic has impacted domestic abuse victims and resources with special guest Jennifer Frazee, Executive Director of A Safe Place, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Marya Meyer, the Executive Director of the Women's Fund of Miami-Dade County in Florida. Together, they discuss the specific issues related to domestic/sexual abuse and human trafficking impacting the women of Miami-Dade, and the work that The Women's Fund does to prevent violence and empower victims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

In this episode of Ending Domestic Abuse, Dr. Ludy Green speaks with Suzanne Dubus, CEO of the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center. Suzanne opens up about her own experiences with domestic violence and shares how she makes sure the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center is a safe and welcoming space for all victims of violence, regardless of gender, sexuality, or sexual identity. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

In this episode, Dr. Ludy Green talks with Australian author Michelle Derrig who wrote a children's book that is helping prevent child abuse. They discuss Michelle's new book, Only For Me, which empowers young children by teaching them about their bodies and how to protect their privacy. Only For Me is available on Amazon now: https://www.amazon.com/Only-Me-Michelle-Derrig/dp/0994452802 Learn more...

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Every day, 5 children in the US die from child abuse and neglect. This week, Dr. Ludy Green and Samantina Zenon have a difficult and open conversation about how to do better to protect and listen to children, and begin the journey of healing from childhood trauma. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Ludy Green talks money managing tips for millennials and Gen Z with financial expert Erin Lowry, creator of Broke Millennial. Green and Lowry give young people tips for following their career goals, surviving a recession, and creating a healthy relationship with money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this One-on-One episode, Dr. Ludy Green gives YOU the secret to finding success in your career and life: a mentor. Dr. Green shares stories about her own mentors, the mentees she has watched become leaders, and some key tips for finding your mentor match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is not only domestic violence victims who struggle with financial literacy or depend on others to manage their finances. This issue is seen in women regardless of demographic-- even female breadwinners. This week, Dr. Ludy Green interviews finance expert and CEO Meredith Moore who offers a few life lessons for surviving the pandemic, while also stressing the importance of women becoming engaged...