Episode 7: Athlete Safety in Figure Skating

Trigger warning: sexual assault, sexual/emotional/physical/verbal abuse, eating disorders

Ashley and Adam discuss the culture around athlete safety in figure skating and ways the sport can improve to be a safer place for everyone.

This conversation is based solely on the personal experiences and opinions of its participants. If you or someone you know needs help, these resources are available:

• National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-4673

• National Eating Disorders Association helpline: 1-800-931-2237 during select hours, or text NEDA to 741741 at any hour in a crisis.

• Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender National Hotline: 888-843-4564

• SafeSport: Report a concern online or at 833-587-7233, or for more immediate support, call the 24/7 SafeSport Helpline at 866-200-0796.

• National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

• Anyone who feels that they are in immediate danger of physical harm should call 911.