Table Talks with New Directions

March is all about female empowerment! What better way to celebrate empowerment than by recognizing the EmpowHER Event award winners! This week we will chat with Jennifer Grassbaugh, the winner of the Grit and Grace award and her nominator, Rachel Springer. The recipient of this award is a single mom who has overcome adversity and demonstrates resilience. She has transformed her life and the lives...

March is all about female empowerment! What better way to celebrate empowerment than by recognizing the EmpowHER Event award winners! This week we will chat with Tanya Strausbaugh, the winner of the Heart award and her nominator, Tara Scarazza. The Heart Award was born out of COVID19 and the need to acknowledge greater endeavors in support of our humanity with a focus on others over self. She is a...

March is all about female empowerment! What better way to celebrate empowerment than by recognizing the EmpowHER Event award winners! This week we will chat with Kathie Brown, the winner of the Raising the Bar award and her nominator, Elaine Robinson. The recipient of this award is an extraordinary woman who has manifested a legacy that continues to inspire others. She has dedicated her life to th...

March is all about female empowerment! What better way to celebrate empowerment than by recognizing the EmpowHER Event award winners! This week we will chat with Lisa Wilson, the winner of the Vision Builder award and her nominator, Lori Houck. The recipient of this award is a woman with less than 10 years of experience in her field who has wasted no time making an impact and breaking down barrier...

Have you ever wanted the inside scoop on teen relationships?! In partnership with Tuesday TAC Chat, I got to sit down with TAC students and their partners to discuss these important questions:  How do teens set boundaries?  How do they navigate arguments?  What tips do they have for parents to navigate their youth dating?  These questions and more answered in todays exciting ep...

New Directions Prevention programs take an upstream approach, focusing more of building protective factors when preventing harm.  Tune in to today's episode of Table Talks to learn more about how our upstream Prevention process, is incorporated into various Prevention programs. Additionally, we will discuss how New Directions' Healthy Relationship curriculum relates to Safe Dates- an upstream...

What's more exciting than a new Prevention Educator?! Tune in to today's episode to meet Libby McConnell, New Directions' newest Prevention Educator. We will discuss what drew her to the position, as well as the new possibilities associated with a larger Prevention team!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! There's no better gift than being joined by Captain McKnight from the Mount Vernon Police Department and Jackie Pack from New Directions for todays episode. These two very special guests highlight the partnership that exists between MVPD and New Directions, the Lethality Assessment Program's role in preventing violence, and tips for safety planning during the holidays.

On todays episode of Table Talks, we sat down with Brittany Whitney, the Assistant Director of Law, and Ellie Cline, the Victim Advocate, from the Office of the Mount Vernon Law Director! Brittany and Ellie talk through various legal processes related to domestic violence, the risks of strangulation, and how to offer support to survivors of domestic violence.  WARNING: Details in this episode...

On todays episode of Table Talks, we sat down (virtually) with Ohio Domestic Violence Network's Substance Use and Mental Health Program Director Cheryl Stahl!  Cheryl talks her passion behind her work, challenges and rewards associated with advocacy, and ultimately what it means to be a champion for survivors. 

On todays episode of Table Talks, New Directions' Assistant Director and Legal Advocate Jackie discusses the correlation between mental health and domestic violence, and the importance of shifting our language and perspective! *Please listen at your own discretion 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month! This month we will recognize Champions for Survivors who work to advocate for and with survivors of domestic violence. On todays episode of Table Talks, New Directions' Youth Advocate Katie discusses the warning signs that may be present in domestic violence situations, tips on approaching someone who is a suspected survivor or domestic violence, as we...

On todays episode of Table Talks, New Directions' Shelter Supervisor and Housing Advocate Bailey discusses do's and don'ts of showing support, different avenues of support survivors may need, and resources available to help navigate the healing journey! 

On todays episode of Table Talks, New Directions' Sexual Assault and Campus Advocate Lauren discusses the importance of advocacy within the hospital setting, the cost associated with a forensic exam, and the importance of working as a collective to stand up for all survivors!

Let's spill the tea on a hot topic- consent! On today's episode of Table Talks, we will discuss all things consent. Why is consent important? How do you know if someone is giving or NOT giving consent? And last, why is consent such an uncomfortable topic for so many to discuss? All these questions and more will be answered!

Have you ever wondered what the key is to having a healthy relationship? Look no further, you have found the episode for you! Today we will chat about the top four 'must haves' in relationships of ALL KINDS. 

June is Pride Month! The Ace and Aro Alliance of Central Ohio, is the state’s first organization to specifically focus on the asexual and aromantic community. On today's episode of Table Talks, we had the opportunity to sit down with Lyn Alexander, the Deputy Director of Virtual Programs for the Ace and Aro Alliance of Central Ohio.  Today, Lyn will discuss Aromantic Communities, and how they...

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Awareness Month This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with Katie, New Directions' Youth Advocate and Danielle, the Social Services Administrator for Knox County Job and Family Services to discuss child sexual abuse.  On today's episode of Table Talks, listeners will learn about each agency and the passion for helping children....

This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with the founder of Recover with Carly, host of the Recover with Carly Podcast, body acceptance and body neutrality content creator, and Eating Disorder Therapist- Carly Compton We were so excited to sit down and talk body image, acceptance, neutrality, eating disorder awareness, and the toxicity behind diet culture. In today's episode, Carly shares he...

March is all about female empowerment! What better way to celebrate empowerment than by recognizing the EmpowHER Event award winners! Each of these women have gone above and beyond with the impact they have made in the lives of others, and in their community. Tune in to find out exactly how amazing these women are! Disclaimer: New Directions does not own the rights to this music Music: Who Says by...

March is all about female empowerment! On today's episode of Table Talks, we sat down with Andrea Inverso, Life Coach, Professional Listener, and founder of WomenLead, a movement on a mission to help women find their voice, learn to use it, and learn to trust it! Disclaimer: New Directions does not own the rights to this music Music: Who Says by Selena Gomez

March is all about female empowerment! What better way to recognize Women's History Month than by empowering one another and ourselves. On today's episode of Table Talks, we chat about New Directions' plans for March, the history behind Women's History Month, and some exciting podcast episodes to come! Disclaimer: New Directions does not own the rights to this music Music: Who Says by Selena Gomez

Our society tells men that they should not feel certain emotions or express their feelings. This idea is extremely harmful to male identifying individuals and fosters the stereotypes that men continue to face every single day. On today's episode of Table Talks, we will hear from Tim Ellis, and AIM Facilitator and Youth Pastor, who will help to raise awareness for men's health, by starting the conv...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This month, New Directions is focusing on community partners and how we work together to connect and strengthen our community.  In today's episode, we will hear from Chelsea Moore, a School Social Worker from the Knox Learning Center! She will discuss her role within the school, and how the Learning Center and New Directions have worked together t...

On todays episode of Table Talks, we will talk Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR): a training that  helps community members recognize warning signs for suicide and assist others in need! In todays episode, listeners will learn the basics of QPR, the prevalence of suicide amongst Knox County youth, and how to support individuals experiencing suicidal ideation. WARNING: This content maybe difficul...