This week the girls discuss rape among men. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/ [email protected] 312-480-4101
Apr 24, 2020•55 min
Charlotte and Venus join us today to enlighten us a little bit more on the subject of child molestation. They address child on child molestation as well as adult on child molestation. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) California Coalition Against Sexual Assault 916-471-6174 We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/ [email protected] 312-480-4101...
Apr 16, 2020•59 min•Ep. 38
In this episode of #girlslikeus the girls duo discusses rape in relationships, because YES! Your partner can sexually assault you. A relationship does not mean consent. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) Arizona Coalition to End Domestic Violence 609-279-2900 We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/ [email protected] 312-480-4101...
Apr 09, 2020•51 min•Ep. 37
Why News April Edition 2020 Today the girls sit down and discuss how some convicted serial rapists are attempting to use this global epidemic to possibly get out of jail. We have also offered some tips which we think might help to ease the anxiety around all this. What are your tips? Make sure to let us know. If you are in the Pennsylvania and need resources or help through this epidemic please feel free to reach out to us or contact the following agencies; Women's Center of Montgomery County, N...
Apr 02, 2020•50 min•Ep. 36
This epidemic that we are facing is not only affecting people's health but it has a major impact on survivors as well as victims. This week the Charlotte and Venus discuss how you staying help can not only save a life from a virus but from bending the curve to allow these victims and survivors to leave, or even see justice. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/gir...
Mar 26, 2020•37 min•Ep. 35
As we are facing many changes as a country we are aware of how it might trigger many things especially for those of us who are healing from a traumatic experience. This week listen to a re-run of one of our favorite episodes that is full of love especially in a time like this. Remember you are strong. This week Charlotte and Venus are joined by Nova (Charlotte's niece) and Maya (Venus' best friend) who not only give us a closer look on the night of the assault but also offer some tips and their ...
Mar 19, 2020•43 min•Ep. 34
On this episode of #girlslikeus Charlotte and Venus catch us up on some current events. The articles discussed on this episode; https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/17/nyregion/nypd-rape-victims-division.html https://chicago.suntimes.com/education/2020/2/27/21156765/lincoln-park-high-school-sexual-assault-investigation The Grownish Episode mentioned is called Messy. Season 2 Episode 7 Don't forget to share us, and rate us. Florida Council Against Sexual Assault 850-297-2000 National Sexual Assault Ho...
Mar 12, 2020•57 min•Ep. 33
This week the girls share with us some information about the consent laws in North Carolina. Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/ [email protected]
Mar 05, 2020•42 min•Ep. 32
Join the girls this week to discuss CONSENT. HOW DO YOU DEFINE CONSENT? DO YOU HAVE A CONSENT CONVERSATION WITH YOUR PARTNER? To find @encounterswithmen click on the link below. Share your story and follow. https://www.instagram.com/encounterswithmen/ Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/ [email protected]...
Feb 27, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 31
Today Charlotte and Venus discuss current events in the news. In this new segment of #girlslikeus called Why News?! the girls will discuss current events in the news of sexual assault cases. Today's episode covers three stories; From Chicago-Lincoln Park High School and the basketball team https://chicago.suntimes.com/platform/amp/education/2020/2/3/21120465/lincoln-park-high-school-students-boys-basketball-thuet-gordon-principal-coach Nicki Minaj's brother's sentencing of 25 years for child mol...
Feb 20, 2020•43 min•Ep. 30
Marissa joins Charlotte and Venus and shares her story. Marissa is also an advocate who is the founder of The answer is kNOw. https://www.facebook.com/TheAnsweriskNOw/ To find @encounterswithmen click on the link below. Share your story and follow. https://www.instagram.com/encounterswithmen/ Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook....
Feb 13, 2020•58 min•Ep. 29
Charlotte and Venus are joined by Jazzy who is not only a survivor but a life coach. Jazzy shares with us many helpful tips on how to help ourselves heal and forgive. Jazzy can be found at ; https://www.jazzysdlihc.com/ [email protected] IG: https://www.instagram.com/jazzy.sdlihc/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/empowermentcoach/ Don't forget to share, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) American Samoa American...
Feb 06, 2020•39 min•Ep. 28
This week the girls sit down and give us a little update on their situation at work and also sit down with Soul Health Coach Baylee Yanker. She can be found; https://www.facebook.com/baylee.coach/ To find @encounterswithmen click on the link below. Share your story and follow. https://www.instagram.com/encounterswithmen/ Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girl...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 27
This week the girls sit down with an amazing survivor, advocate, veteran, and man. As we all know rape/sexual assault is already under-reported, and it is way less reported when it comes to male victims. Remember that a victim is a victim no matter the sex, gender, sexual preference, social class, age, or heritage. James Landrith is a veteran, a survivor, and also a ten-year advocate with an extensive background on sexual assault advocacy. He can be found; https://jameslandrith.com/ https://www....
Jan 23, 2020•50 min•Ep. 26
This week the Duo sit's down and give us their thoughts on what they think the outcome on the upcoming Weinstein trial will bring, and they also give us a little update on Ace McBroom. To find @encounterswithmen click on the link below. Share your story and follow. https://www.instagram.com/encounterswithmen/ Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Fa...
Jan 16, 2020•41 min•Ep. 25
On this 2 part special the girls sit down and discuss Weistein's victims and the charges finally presented against him after 3 decades of sexually abusing women. To find @encounterswithmen click on the link below. Share your story and follow. https://www.instagram.com/encounterswithmen/ Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/gi...
Jan 09, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 24
Marissa joins Charlotte and Venus and shares her story. Marissa is also an advocate who is the founder of The answer is kNOw. https://www.facebook.com/TheAnsweriskNOw/ To find @encounterswithmen click on the link below. Share your story and follow. https://www.instagram.com/encounterswithmen/ Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook....
Jan 02, 2020•57 min•Ep. 23
This week Charlotte and Venus sit with us to update us on their healing process. Where they currently are, what has been happening and the next steps that they are considering on taking. They also address a current case that is circulating in Chicago. A woman was sexually assaulted in broad daylight while the personnel from the establishment watched. To watch and read the whole story visit the link below. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/12/03/woman-sues-el-hefe-chicago-alleged-se...
Dec 26, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 22
This week the girls catch us up on some current events that had made the news revolving sexual assault cases. To view the Gooding video mentioned in this episode click the link below; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55EqMm8tom0&feature=youtu.be Don't forget to share us, and rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them) We can be reached at; IG:_girls.like.us Facebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/ [email protected]...
Dec 19, 2019•58 min•Ep. 21
This week the girls from #girlslikeus are joined by Kate from (Surviving Justice: Realities of Reporting Rape Podcast). Kate, Charlotte, and Venus discuss the similarities in their cases, the differences, and how the justice system has either failed them or helped them. To listen or learn more about Surviving Justice: Realities of Reporting Rape you can go to the following; IG: _survivingjustpodcast Twitter: @SJRRRpodcast http://survivingjustice.org/#/home http://survivingjustice.buzzsprout.com/...
Dec 12, 2019•58 min•Ep. 20
This week the girls sit down and discuss the Ace Family, specifically Ace McBroom, and his father and a story that has been all over YouTube. Cole Carrigan goes into detail about his friend being sexually assaulted by both Ace McBroom and his father. The girls also dive into Jessi Smiles story a popular now YouTuber whom was assaulted by her ex boyfriend after suffering a concussion. https://youtu.be/i13Crxy8pd4 National Sexual Assault Hotline; 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) https://www.rainn.org/ (you c...
Dec 05, 2019•50 min•Ep. 19
#GIRLSLIKEUS would like to thank each and every one of our listeners. (US, Mexico, Brazil, UK, Ireland) We are beyond grateful that you tune in and listen and take everything we have to share. As we sit down with our families to eat and be thankful on this US holiday, let's all please remember to listen, pay attention, do not dismiss a victim's claims, and make this a topic of conversation. Here is a re-run of our favorite episode that we have made thus far. We want to thank our guests and our s...
Nov 28, 2019•42 min
In this week's episode, Charlotte and Venus discuss the BACKLOG and why it's a problem when it comes to victims. National Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-HOPE (4673)https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them)We can be reached at;IG:_girls.like.usFacebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/[email protected]
Nov 21, 2019•55 min
How important is DNA in sexual assault cases? Can it make it or break it? What are some key elements that you should know when it comes to DNA and a sexual assault case? Is it really like what we see on TV?The girls also discuss a recent case that didn't get much media attention.Let us know what your thoughts are, and don't forget to rate us. National Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-HOPE (4673)https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them)We can be reached at;IG:_girls.like.usFacebook: fa...
Nov 14, 2019•55 min
Have you ever wondered who created the first rape kit? Where it was created? Who was actually passionate enough to sit down create it and push towards its use in hospitals?This week the girls (Charlotte and Venus) dive into the history of the rape kit and the new struggle of the rape kits not being tested. National Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-HOPE (4673)https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them)We can be reached at;IG:_girls.like.usFacebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/girlslikeus...
Nov 07, 2019•52 min
This week Charlotte and Venus are joined by Nova (Charlotte's niece) and Maya (Venus' best friend) who not only give us a closer look on the night of the assault but also offer some tips and their own personal experience on how to help a survivor of sexual assault. National Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-HOPE (4673)https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them)We can be reached at;IG:_girls.like.usFacebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/[email protected]
Oct 31, 2019•43 min
The duo is back this week sharing with us their thoughts and feelings regarding Netflix's limited series Unbelievable. They also discuss an article from an Australian reporter Kellie Scott who gives an insight at how similar our struggles are with Australian women when it comes to the topic of sexual assault and coming forward. https://www.abc.net.au/life/netflix-unbelievable-shows-why-sexual-assault-claims-retracted/11554660National Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-HOPE (4673)https://www.rainn....
Oct 24, 2019•1 hr 3 min
Charlotte and Venus sit down with us this week for another constructive chit-chat and discuss rape culture in the hip-hop/rap culture. The articles featured in this episode are as follows;https://www.vibe.com/2018/12/hip-hop-wont-have-me-too-moment-op-edhttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/sylviaobell/times-up-metoo-abusive-men-hip-hophttps://nypost.com/2019/01/26/why-hip-hop-needs-its-own-metoo-moment/https://pitchfork.com/news/cardi-b-discusses-sexual-harassment-from-magazine-photographer/ Nat...
Oct 17, 2019•56 min
This week the girls discuss the much-acclaimed State of the Culture episode where Remy Ma stated- that women who receive a monetary settlement after a sexual assault occurrence are prostitutes. What are your thoughts? To watch the full episode of State of the Culture see below;https://youtu.be/UkKj3xbonpkNational Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-HOPE (4673)https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them)We can be reached at;IG:_girls.like.usFacebook: facebook.com/girlslikeus619/girlslikeus61...
Oct 10, 2019•1 hr 6 min
We have made it to Episode 10!. This week the girls do something a little bit different and conduct an interview with each other, to check-in on their feelings and thoughts regarding the traumatic experience as well as the production and putting their stories out there. National Sexual Assault Hotline;1-800-656-4673https://www.rainn.org/ (you can also chat with them)We can be reached at;IG:[email protected]
Oct 03, 2019•58 min