Phoenix Cast

Join Em & Megan for this short episode where they talk a little bit about Megan's coming out journey, whether Facebook relationship statuses are still a thing, and how heteronormative scripts dictated both of their lives until they embraced forms of relationship anarchy. To learn more about the book Sexual Citizens which is discussed briefly, visit their GoodReads page !  The PCA remains...

In the 2nd installment of our Healthy Relationship Series, host Em Alves chats with Director of the PCA, Megan Cullen to unpack how their families of origin and culture have affected their views of healthy relationships, and how they see those things show up in their relationships today.  Plus, Megan has a shocking revelation about her parents’ role in her first relationship and relives her first...

Welcome to the newest series of the Phoenix Cast in which we unpack and demystify healthy relationships! In this first episode of the series, Victim Advocate, Harriet McTigue joins our host to talk about the Hollywood relationship tropes that have bothered them the most and begin to define what a healthy relationship even is.  The Phoenix Center at Auraria is the interpersonal violence resource ce...

Join VPE Coordinator Em Alves and Guest Hosts Kristin Kushmider,  PhD, assistant vice chancellor of Health, Wellness, Advocacy and Support at CU Denver, and Katherine Miller, MA., advocacy services program manager at the Phoenix Center at Auraria (PCA) , as we discuss their article in CU Connections ' Be Kind To Your Mind: Mental Health Awareness Month and the Psychological Effects of COVID-1...

Join Em and Megan in their final episode unpacking the Netflix series Unorthodox . This week, they discuss the concept of forgiveness and who it is truly for: harmer or harmed? As mentioned later in the episode, please consider donating however you are able to any of the below causes to provide support for the changes sought in our country to end racism: Bail Funds Support Black Owned Businesses i...

Hello listeners, thank you so much for tuning in. In memory of the monumental and ongoing loss of Black life within the United States at the hands of white supremacy, we are holding the release of this week’s episode to amplify melanated voices. In the description below you will find links to other podcasts by Black podcasters, centering Black stories and experiences. We ask that you take a listen...

In Episode 6 of the Phoenix Cast Em and Megan continue their discussion of Netflix’s Unorthodox , and begin to unpack the complexities of defining sexual assault and why some people may not identify their experiences as assault. This episode contains open discussion of spoilers, notably the sexual assault depicted in Unorthodox .  Listener discretion is advised. PCA 24/7 Helpline: 303-556-2255 (CA...

In Episode 5 of the Phoenix Cast, Em & Megan continue unpacking the Netflix series Unorthodox and tackle the question of Yanky's character: villain or victim? MAJOR Spoilers ahead for the series! You can reach the Phoenix Center at Auraria helpline 24/7 365 if you need help: 303-556-2255. Learn more about us on our website ! If you are in crisis and need immediate support, please call our...

In episode 4 of the Phoenix Cast, Em and Megan begin their series unpacking Netflix’s Unorthodox and answer the question “Why doesn’t Esty just leave?”  Warning: MAJOR spoilers ahead! Note: We are not religious scholars and can only speak from our individual experiences about this specific portrayal of Deborah Feldman’s fictionalized life. Join us next week for our unpacking of Unorthodox Episode...

In Episode 3, VPE Coordinator Em Alves, and interns Jenae Murray, Racheal Reed, and Naomi Hattenhauer continue to discuss Netflix's Tiger King. This episode we talk about the unaddressed sexual coercion and "sex cults" present throughout the docuseries, and the problematic choices of the documentarians. 24/7 Helpline: 303-556-2255 (CALL) Note: The views expressed herein are represen...

Podcast host and Prevention Education Extraordinaire Em Alves takes on Tiger King alongside PCA interns (Racheal, Naomi, and Jenae) in episode 2 of The Phoenix Cast! Join us to learn more about how misogyny plays a role in the editing, filming, and reception of Tiger King! 24/7 Helpline: 303-556-2255 Check out our latest #SAAMUnderQuarantine newsletter to participate and show your support, #PCASpi...

Join the Phoenix Center at Auraria for our very first episode of the Phoenix Cast.  Violence Prevention Education Coordinator Em Alves speaks with Director Megan Cullen about what Comprehensive Sex Ed can look like and how to start young. 24/7 Helpline: 303-556-2255 Check out our #SAAMUnderQuarantine newsletter to participate and show your support: https://mailchi.mp/fdec22d47437/saamunderquaranti...