Aspire: The I Have The Right To Podcast
Join the I Have the Right to team and thought leaders as we Aspire to eradicate sexual assault. Inspired by Co-Founder Chessy Prout’s courageous voice and memoir, I Have The Right To- A High School Survivor’s Story of Sexual Assault, Justice and Hope, co-authored by investigative journalist Jenn Abelson, our mission is to create an ecosystem of respect, education, and support for all students! Aspire is meant to be a beacon of hope and opportunity for growth -- by offering a forum for dialogue - about issues affecting our culture and the way we live, interact, love, learn and grow. Real Men, Real Conversations: Aspire touches on both sides of the coin; Co-Founder of I Have the Right To and father of Chessy Prout, Alex Prout, and High School Student Leaders and Co-Hosts, Hugh Eastman and Gabriel Viscogliosi, share their voices with discussions about what it means to be a man- does it mean being aggressive, stoic, and not taking no for an answer? Or giving your buddy a hug and telling him you love him? Alex, Gabriel, and Hugh share how, across generations, common masculinity tropes impact us all, and how we can inspire the future to act with "aspirational masculinity". They interview guests to get their perspectives, while discussing how rigid gender norms can create harmful barriers for all. All this, and more, in “Real Men, Real Conversations”. Survivor Advocacy: In the “Survivor Advocacy” segment, Co-Founder and mother of Chessy Prout, Susan Prout, and Executive Director of I Have the Right To, Katie M. Shipp, highlight the power of survivor voices in driving meaningful change. These episodes —deeply inspired by Chessy’s unwavering courage to speak out despite attempts to silence her— amplify powerful survivor stories, engage with experts, and explore the path forward in the fight for justice and safety. Listeners will gain insight into where we’ve been, where we need to go, and how we can collectively create lasting impact. Together, we’ll explore diverse perspectives to drive meaningful, lasting advocacy and build a safer, more just future for all. We amplify survivors’ voices and address the root causes of sexual violence by creating open dialogue around its causes. Each episode features a variety of guests discussing survivor experiences, the aftermath of sexual assault, healthy masculinity, and the future we envision - free from sexual assault. Let’s explore, learn, and aspire together.
Episodes
In this episode of Aspire, Executive Director of I Have the Right To and Co-Host Katie Shipp is joined by Co-Host Chessy Prout, Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, for a compelling conversation with bestselling author and women's empowerment expert Leslie Morgan Steiner.
They delve into the complexities of domestic violence and survivor empowerment. Leslie shares her journey, detailed in her book 'Crazy Love,...
In today’s episode, we dive into the complex intersection of mental health and masculinity, with an honest and courageous conversation. Co-Host of Aspire and Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, Alex Prout, opens a candid discussion with our special guest, Board Member of I Have the Right To, Steve Peacock.
Steve, an advocate, survivor, father, and friend, returns to Aspire to share his deeply personal story of navigatin...
In this episode of Aspire, I Have the Right To Executive Director and Co-Host Katie M. Shipp joins Co-Host and Co-Founder of I Have the Right To Susan Prout to dive into a powerful conversation with Dr. Jo-Anne Finkelstein. Dr. Finkelstein is a clinical psychologist and author of Sexism and Sensibility. Together, they explore the subtle and systemic ways society undermines girls' confidence—from pink hockey stick...
In this powerful conversation, we dive deep into what it means to lead with intention, empathy, and authenticity. Host and Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, Alex Prout, joins Hosts and high school students Gabriel Viscal and Hugh Eastman join this discussion on aspirational masculinity, sharing how their lives are shifting as they transition from underclassmen to upperclassmen in high school.
They explore how leadersh...
In a world where outdated ideas of masculinity still hold power, Aspire seeks to redefine what it means to be a man. Host Alex Prout, Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, alongside Co-Hosts and high school students, Gabriel Viscogliosi and Hugh Eastman, tackle the challenges young men face in breaking free from socially constructed norms.
Through honest conversations, personal stories, and expert insights, they explore h...
In this personal and thought-provoking episode of Aspire, host and Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, Alex Prout, joined by hosts and high school students Gabriel Viscogliosi and Hugh Eastman, welcome former NFL athlete Don McPherson.
Don is Board Member of I Have the Right To, College Football Hall of Famer, and longtime advocate for gender-based violence prevention. He shares his journey from athlete to activist, di...
In this episode of Aspire - The I Have the Right To Podcast, host Alex Prout, Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, joined by hosts and high school students Gabriel Viscogliosi and Hugh Eastman, explore the profound impact of fatherhood on masculinity. Together, they discuss how traditional roles shape men’s identities and the ways in which these norms can either strengthen or limit emotional expression.
They examine the ...
In this week’s episode of Aspire, Executive Director of I Have the Right To, Katie Shipp and Co-Founder of I Have the Right To, Susan Prout, welcome Mal Wrenn Corbin, author of Raising Wrens. Mal shares her journey from a turbulent childhood in Worcester, Massachusetts, to becoming a first-generation college graduate and a leader in the financial services industry.
Her memoir, Raising Wrenns, intertwines personal histo...
In this week’s episode of Aspire - The I Have the Right To Podcast, host and Co-Founder of I Have the Right to, Alex Prout, speaks with Board Director of I Have the Right To, Steve Peacock. Steve is a father, financial industry professional, and advocate for survivors of sexual abuse. He shares his deeply personal journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse, the decades-long silence that followed, and the pivotal mome...
In this powerful second episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, host Katie M. Shipp, Executive Director of the nonprofit I Have the Right To, is joined once again by co-hosts and co-founders Susan and Alex Prout. Together, they dive deeper into the topics introduced in the first episode, addressing the harmful concept of the "perfect victim" and the ongoing struggle for justice and support for su...
In this episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, co-hosts Katie M. Shipp and Susan Prout are joined by Chessy Prout, a survivor, author, advocate, and filmmaker. Together, they discuss Chessy's journey as a survivor of sexual assault at St. Paul's School, her decision to share her story publicly, and the powerful role of community in her healing process.
Chessy opens up about the emotional challen...
In this episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, host Alex Prout is joined by his co-hosts and high school juniors Gabriel Viscogliosi, and Hugh Eastman as they dive deep into the current state of masculinity, focusing on its impact on young men. The conversation explores the importance of aspirational masculinity, emphasizing empathy, integrity, and resilience. They discuss the challenges young men face to...
In this episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, we explore the concept of failure and its impact on aspirational masculinity. Join hosts Alex Prout, Gabriel Viscogliosi, and Hugh Eastman as they dive into the societal pressures surrounding failure, the importance of embracing setbacks as opportunities for growth, and the role of encouragement and support in overcoming challenges. Together, they discuss how...
In the first episode of Aspire: The I Have the Right To Podcast, host Katie M. Shipp, Executive Director of I Have the Right To, is joined by co-hosts Susan and Alex Prout, co-founders of the nonprofit and parents of Chessy Prout, a survivor of sexual assault.
In this powerful conversation, the Prouts share their personal journey following Chessy's assault at St. Paul's School, the challenges they faced, and...
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