Episode 61: Tanya and Lauren | Open Discussion on Treatment for Sex Offenders
In this episode, Lori is joined by Tanya and Lauren. This is an open and frank discussion on sex offenders and sexual offenses.
Oct 31, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Louder Than Silence
Join us on the Louder than Silence podcast to hear stories from survivors of child abuse and neglect as well as experts in the fields of policy, public health, and pediatrics. Together, we're ending child abuse and neglect by uniting voices and being Louder than Silence. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by EndCAN - The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect.
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Episode 60: Making the Change with Keri Richmond
In this episode, Lori Poland is joined by Keri Richmond, a changemaker, storyteller, and advocate for children and families. Through her work in Washington, DC, Keri champions the power of lived experience, engaging in substantive policy expertise on child welfare and health issues. Her influence extends to the halls of Congress and the White House, where she passionately shares recommendations for systemic change. CEO and founder of Keri Hope CO and a founding executive director of Unbelievably...
Oct 28, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 60
Episode 59: Alreen Haeggquist
In this episode, Lori visits with Alreen Haeggquist who is an attorney, an advocate, a transcender, a victim but also a survivor, fighter and thriver! Alreen came to where she was due to the abuse she suffered as a child and because she remained silent when it happened to her sister. Today, she helps other victims work through the process of sharing their stories and fighting for justice. She has an amazing book, "Fired Up: Fueling Triumph from Trauma" Website: www.alreen.com...
Jun 19, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 59
Episode 58: Generational Addiction and Abuse with Kevin Peterson
Kevin Peterson is an expert in the correlation of substance abuse and child abuse. In this podcast, Kevin talks about the steps and shares, "The 12th step is 'carry the message'!" His childhood was overshadowed by his mom's hidden prescription drug abuse, and they, as children, were taught to lie to cover for her. By the age of 13, he himself was drinking and using drugs, and he liked it. At the age of 26, his father told him they loved him but were done. His parents were making a change, and th...
Apr 23, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Episode 57: Breaking the Silence On Sexual Assault with Alli Meyerhardt
In this episode, Lori Poland is joined by Alli Meyerhardt, the founder and executive director of Breaking Silence, a national organization designed to give a voice to survivors of abuse. As a survivor herself, Alli knew that the story many had to share would pave the way to ending sexual assault and domestic violence. She followed this vision and began a nonprofit that focuses on teaching people about the consequences of sexual assault, ways in which they can prevent it, and the realities of con...
Jan 19, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Episode 56: Lori Shares Her Story with Jon Vaughn
In this episode, Lori Poland is once again joined by fellow survivor, Jon Vaughn. To change things up, Jon interviews Lori about her experiences as a survivor. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN): www.endcan.org Episode Takeaways: What made Lori write her book? “When we are survivors, there is a developmental process, and my sentences became paragraphs, and then a book. It is one of the faces of survivorship – we st...
Jan 12, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Episode 55: What is Sex Trafficking? with Stephanie Knapp
In this episode, Lori Poland is joined by Stephanie Knapp, a supervisory child and adolescent forensic interviewer for the FBI's child victim services unit. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN): www.endcan.org Episode Time Markers 1:00 - Lori introduces Stephanie Knapp and shares their connection 4:22 - Here we are! 4:50 - Stephanie shares her background and what she does in the world 7:43 - Today’s topic introductio...
Jan 05, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Episode 54: What is Child Neglect? with Dr. Desmond Runyan
In this episode, Lori Poland is joined by Dr. Desmond Runyan. Dr. Runyan is a member of the Board for EndCAN and has researched child abuse for over 30 years while maintaining a clinical practice evaluating possible child abuse victims and serving as a general pediatrician. He has published over 170 articles, book chapters and books. His research has addressed the identification and consequences of child abuse and neglect in the United States and in other countries. The Louder than Silence podca...
Dec 29, 2023•35 min
Episode 53: Surviving Abuse as a College Athlete ft. Jon Vaughn
Lori Poland is once again joined by fellow survivor Jon Vaughn. In this installment, Vaughn discusses the sexual abuse he experienced while playing football at the University of Michigan. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Episode Time Markers 1:02- Lori introduces Jon Vaughn 2:01- “That doesn’t happen in my neighborhood” 2:38- Jon shares his story 4:13- Rite of passage to college destroyed 5:30- 40-year reign of ...
Dec 22, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Episode 52: Starting the Conversation about Sexual Abuse and Violence ft. Tom Krumins
In today’s episode, Lori is joined by Tom Krumins, Executive Director of Keep Kids Safe. Tom considers himself a wanderer, a builder and a storyteller. A survivor himself, he is committed to advancing trauma-informed solutions through policy, education, and community mobilization. As a visionary civic entrepreneur, Tom believes in developing new and innovative organizational models that encourage positive change throughout society. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the Nationa...
Dec 15, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Episode 51: What is Psychological Abuse? ft. Dr. Stuart Hart
In today’s episode, Lori is joined by Dr. Stuart Hart, Founding Director of the Office for the Study of the Psychological Rights of the Child and Professor Emeritus of the School of Education, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis. He is the present Chairperson for the Children’s Rights Section within the Child Well-Being and Advocacy Committee and Past President of the International School Psychology Association, the Past President of the National Association of School Psychologists...
Dec 08, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Episode 50: Sharing My Truth ft. Jon Vaughn
In this episode, Lori is once again joined by fellow survivor, Jon Vaughn. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Episode Time Markers 1:00 - Lori introduces Jon Vaughn 2:40 - As survivors, we are redefining the definition of hero 5:09 - Expectations of those sharing their story 5:50 - Jon shares the process of speaking his truth 8:50 - Definition of betrayal 11:34 - Jon shares who is “person” was throughout his life ...
Dec 01, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Episode 49: Surviving and Thriving ft. Kalpashree Gupta
In this episode, Lori is joined by Kalpashree Gupta, owner of Knekxt Group, LLC. She is also a survivor of child sexual abuse and shares her advice for others in moving forward through their journey of healing so they can reclaim their lives. She wants to help people survive and thrive. Episode Time Markers 0:36 - Lori’s introduction of Kalpashree 1:57- Kalpashree shares about herself 3:19- Kalpashree’s primary intention for survivors of child sexual abuse 6:00 - We don’t measure severity 6:56 -...
Nov 24, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Episode 48: Understanding Physical Abuse ft. Stacie LeBlanc
In this episode, Lori is joined by Stacie LeBlanc, JD, MEd. Stacie is CEO and co-founder of The UP Institute, a think tank for upstream child abuse solutions and the executive director of UP for Champions, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) providing programs and services to child maltreatment professionals. Stacie began her career as a child abuse prosecutor more than 25 years ago. She opened Child Advocacy Centers in rural and urban parishes in Louisiana, became the chief of the Felony Child Abuse Division...
Nov 17, 2023•29 min
Episode 47: What is Child Abuse? ft. Dr. Richard Krugman
In this episode, host Lori Poland is joined by EndCAN’s co-founder, Dr. Richard Krugman. Dick has worked in the field of child abuse for decades. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Episode Time Markers: 1:37 - Introducing Dick and the reason for launch Season 3. 3:05 - Thank you Lori! 3:20 - Definition of child abuse from Dick’s point of view. 7:05 - Physical abuse; shaken baby syndrome. 10:12- Sexual abuse defini...
Nov 10, 2023•31 min•Ep. 47
Episode 46: Why We're Here ft. Jon Vaughn
In this episode, host Lori Poland is joined by activist, former NFL player, and fellow survivor, Jon Vaughn. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by the National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Episode Time Markers: 1:26 - Intro with Jon; how he and Lori met. 4:27 - Jon’s metamorphosis when he met another survivor and talked about the transition of taking back the control of their lives. 5:57 - Do unto others as you would want done unto you. 6:31 - Analogy of wee...
Nov 03, 2023•43 min•Ep. 46
Episode 45: I Live Here: Learning to Heal Through Embracing Your Story
Executive director of The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (ENDCan ), Lori Poland, sits down for an interview with Joy Thomas from the ACE Resource Network. Poland shares her journey in writing her memoir - "I Live Here: Learning to Heal through Embracing Your Story" - about surviving childhood abuse. She has transcended her life to help, support, and be the change she wishes to see in the world. https://endcan.org What are ACEs? ACEs are Adverse Childhood Experiences. They are...
Aug 28, 2022•25 min•Ep. 45
Episode 44: What Needs to Happen to End Child Abuse and Neglect
In this episode, listen in as Lori Poland, CEO of EndCAN talks with Jon Conte. Jon is a colleague and friend of Richard Krugman, Chairman of our board here at EndCAN. Jon is working a research project about what needs to happen to end child abuse and neglect. Jon R. Conte is a teacher and scholar whose area of expertise centers on mental health issues related to child abuse and trauma. He holds a bachelor of arts in sociology-anthropology from Whittier College as well as a master and a doctorate...
Aug 18, 2022•40 min
Episode 43: Confronting the Silence of Sibling Sexual Abuse
In this episode, Brad Watts returns for a second conversation on the topic of sibling sexual abuse with host Lori Poland. Brad is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, and author of "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic". Brad Watts' website: https://bradwattslpc.com/ Link to Brad Watts' book: "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic" The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The...
Jun 17, 2022•26 min•Ep. 43
Episode 42: Child Care Abuse and Tomorrow the Film
In this episode, host Lori Poland is joined by activist, filmmaker, and fellow child abuse survivor, Paul Howard . Paul discusses his experiences surviving abuse in a child care institution as well as his related film, " Tomorrow ". The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Tomorrow film website: https://www.tomorrowthemovie.com Paul Howard's website: https://www.getpaulhoward.com/ Be our Guest Would you like to share y...
Jun 10, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Episode 41: Surviving Child Abuse and Thriving at Life
In this episode, host Lori Poland is joined by fellow child abuse survivor Sabrina Rose. Sabrina shares her story and the actions she took to cope in the hopes of positively impacting other survivors. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . 📚 Book Link: Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse: Practical Self-help For Adults Who Were Sexually Abused As Children by Carolyn Ainscough An Evening for the Future: Dessert Party Be...
Mar 25, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Episode 40: Inspiring Youth with Survivor Brooks Griffin
In this episode, host Lori Poland is joined by fellow child abuse survivor Brooks Griffin of The Inspired Network . Brooks discusses his ACE score, the impact of child abuse and neglect on his life and his family relationships, as well as the importance of engaging with today's youth. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Follow The Inspired Network on Facebook An Evening for the Future: EndCAN Benefit Party Join En...
Feb 28, 2022•25 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Episode 39: No One Said Anything
In this episode, host Lori Poland is joined by fellow child abuse survivor Marybeth Givens. Marybeth reflects on the abuse she endured as a child and the silence that often surrounds child abuse and neglect. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . An Evening for the Future: Dessert Party Benefit Join EndCAN in Denver, CO on July 9 at Mile High Station for a dessert party fundraiser! Learn more Be our Guest Would you l...
Jan 27, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Episode 38: Adolescent Sex Offenders and Sibling Abuse with Brad Watts
Lori Poland is joined by Brad Watts, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, and author of "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic". Brad discusses his work treating adolescent sex offenders as well as the silent epidemic of sibling sexual abuse. Brad Watts' website: https://bradwattslpc.com/ Link to Brad Watts' book: "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic" The Louder than Silence podcast is br...
Nov 19, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Episode 37: Supporting Foster Parents & Children in Foster Care
Lori Poland is joined by Aubrey Sullivan of Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth (SAFY) for a discussion around supporting children in the foster care system, preventing child abuse, who should consider being a foster parent, and resources for foster parents. SAFY's website: https://www.safy.org/ The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Walk Together to End Child Sexual Abuse Join us for a virtual step challe...
Nov 12, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Episode 36: Child Abuse, Addiction, and Treatment
In this episode, Lori Poland hears from child abuse survivor John Giordano as he shares his story of experiencing child abuse and its impacts on him throughout his life. John discusses his journey through addiction, the recovery process, and his work as an author, speaker, and therapist. John Giordano's website: https://johnjgiordano.com/ The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Walk Together to End Child Abuse and Neg...
Jul 26, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Episode 35: Surviving a Cult and Being a Light for Abused Children with Kelley Richey
Children everywhere deserve to be safe and supported, including children being homeschooled. Lori Poland is joined by Kelley Richey, co-host of The Family Ties Podcast , who survived child abuse and being raised in a cult. Lori and Kelley discuss the importance of community when it comes to keeping kids safe. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Walk Together to End Child Abuse and Neglect Register today to join us...
Jul 16, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Episode 34: The Power of Positive Childhood Experiences
The Louder than Silence podcast is BACK! Lori Poland discusses the impact of ACEs - adverse childhood experiences - and how positive childhood experiences can buffer the impact of trauma. Lori is joined by producer Lyndsay Lack. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Walk Together to End Child Abuse and Neglect Register today to join us virtually or in person as we raise funds for child abuse prevention! Links Report...
Jun 30, 2021•31 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Episode 29: By Survivors, For Survivors
Lori talks with Grace French, founder and President of The Army of Survivors, whose mission is to bring awareness, accountability, and transparency to sexual violence against athletes at all levels. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Links The Army of Survivors Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to louderthansilence@endcan.org . Stay Connec...
Jun 25, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Episode 18: The Power of Being Believed
Alli Watt, Executive Director of Breaking Silence, discusses the importance of believing survivors when they share their stories of abuse. Alli explains the importance of empathy in eradicating child abuse and neglect, and how Breaking Silence uses immersive storytelling to cultivate empathy in the visitors of their exhibits. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) . Links Breaking Silence Be our Guest Would you like to...
Jun 18, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 18
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