RAGE

In this episode of RAGE, hosts Jess and Emma are joined by Hanna, a Crisis Counsellor with Lanark County Interval House and Community Support, to unpack what it really means to break the cycle of violence.

Together, they explore how intimate partner violence is rarely a single incident — it’s a pattern shaped by power, control, fear, love, survival, and systemic barriers. The conversation takes on one of the most common — and harmfu...

In this episode of RAGE, we explore the history, significance, and ongoing impact of Take Back the Night—a global movement that began in the 1960s to challenge sexual violence and reclaim public spaces for women and marginalized communities. We’ll break down why this movement is still vital today, especially in light of rising intimate partner violence, high-profile cases like the Hockey Canada trial, and proposed cuts to WAGE fund...

What is an inquest, and why does it matter in the fight against gender-based violence? In this episode of RAGE, we break down the purpose and process of inquests, exploring how they uncover systemic failures and lead to recommendations for change.

We take a close look at the CKW (Renfrew County) Inquest, which examined the 2015 murders of three women—Carol Culleton, Anastasia Kuzyk, and Nathalie Warmerdam—by a man known to them. The...

In this episode of RAGE, we dig into what harm reduction really means — and why it matters far beyond substance use. Often misunderstood or reduced to needle exchanges and naloxone, harm reduction is a philosophy rooted in dignity, safety, and autonomy.

We explore how harm reduction shows up in the context of gender-based violence, sexual health, safety planning, and systems that too often punish rather than protect. From crisis wor...

In this special Perspectives episode of RAGE, we honour Indigenous Peoples Day by focusing on the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S). We explore the systemic violence, colonial legacies, and gaps in justice that continue to put Indigenous lives at risk. Through powerful stories and critical reflection, we discuss the urgent need for accountability, safety, and lasting cha...

June is a time to celebrate love, identity, and community — but it’s also a time to confront the hard truths that often go unspoken. In this Pride Month episode, we dive into how gender-based violence shows up in LGBTQ+ relationships. We explore the unique barriers faced by queer and trans survivors, how systemic erasure makes it harder to get support, and why inclusive services are a necessity — not a luxury.

With a focus on Canadi...

Welcome to the very first episode of RAGE: Rural Advocacy for Gender Equality, the podcast by Lanark County Interval House where we amplify bold conversations about gender-based violence and rural advocacy.

This month, for Sexual Assault Prevention Month, we’re talking about the complexities of power, prevention, and consent. From everyday dynamics to high-profile cases, we ask: What does consent really look like? How does power dis...