Randi's House of Angels (RHOA) Podcast
Recovery, Healing, Outreach, Awareness: A Podcast About Domestic Violence Domestic or intimate partner violence is a complex and silent epidemic that affects millions of people worldwide. To respond to the overwhelming issues associated with domestic violence, Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA) has produced a series of podcasts that will bring this epidemic to the forefront of public consciousness and break the silence that often shrouds it. By creating a dedicated platform, RHOA hopes to create a safe space for survivors, advocates and experts to share their stories, insights and knowledge. A series of topics will be discussed that can offer vital support and resources to victims and survivors, helping them realize that they are not alone and that there is help available. It can also serve as a catalyst for raising awareness and fostering necessary conversations within families, communities and institutions to empower individuals, foster empathy, and inspire collective action towards eradicating domestic violence while creating a safer, more compassionate society. We invite you to access these podcasts here.
Episodes
Season 1, Episode 1:
Introduction to the PodcastContent: Who is Randi’s House of Angels (RHOA)? Why was RHOA created? This podcast shares the past experiences of Executive Director Nancy Chavez, including some tragic events in her life that led the creation of this foundation.
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests: Nancy Chavez, Founder and Executive Director of Randi’s House of Angels
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Season 1, Episode 2:
How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship?(Part 1)
Content: Non-threatening behavior, respect, trust and support, honesty and accountability.
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests – Sahara McGrath, Coordinator of the Shippensburg University (SU) PAGE Center & Emily Ott, Public Education Coordinator at Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland & Perry Counties
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Season 1, Episode 2:
How do I know if I am in a healthy relationship?(Part 2)
Content: Responsible parenting, shared responsibility, economic partnership, negotiation, and fairness
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests: Sahara McGrath, Coordinator of the Shippensburg University PAGE Center & Emily Ott, Public Education Coordinator at ...
Season 1, Episode 3:
Am I being abused?Exploring the different types of abuse in relationships
Release Date: November 13, 2023
Content:
What is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), what is abuse, Physical, sexual, psychological/emotional, financial, cultural, social, spiritual, verbal, cycle of violence/power and control wheel, IPV resources.
Season 1, Episode 4:
Why didn’t they leave?Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships
(Part 1) Release Date: November 27, 2023
Content:
Why don’t victims of domestic violence leave relationships? What do assailants do to keep them from leaving? What did you experience? What triggered you to leave? What did Diane l...
Season 1, Episode 4:
Why didn’t they leave?Exploring the reasons why people stay in unhealthy relationships.
(Part 2) Release Date: December 11, 2023
Content:
Why don’t victims of domestic violence leave relationships? What do assailants do to keep them from leaving?
Barbara Roddin, wife, mother of three child...
Season 1, Episode 5:
How can I support someone who is in an unhealthy relationship?Release Date: January 8, 2024
Content:
Today we are discussing ways to support and empower the target of the abuse (e.g., consistently validate the person’s feelings, point out their strengths and accomplishments, support targets of abuse to believe in themselves, show empathy),...
Season 1, Episode 6:
Do people successfully leave their abuser?Do abusers become able to have healthy relationships?
Published: January 22, 2024
Content: Queen Afi Gaston will discuss how victims continue to repeat the cycle of domestic violence. Including a candid account of a survivor’s story and her experience in being victimized and becoming the abuser. Her experience will give you a perspective on how victims migrat...
Season 1, Episode 7:
What is the impact of IPV on Children?Published: February 5, 2024
Content: The impact of domestic violence regarding age, long-term, relationships – mother, father, siblings, future intimate partner, etc.
Facilitator: Sherry Peters
Guests: William Kellibrew IV
William Kellibrew IV is a global advocate for civil, human, women, children, and victims’ rights. He is a sou...
Season 1, Episode 8:
Wrap Up and Take Aways from Season 1 Podcast EpisodesPublished: February 19, 2024
Content: Hosts of the podcast recap their favorite moments during season one, including red flags of domestic violence, positive take-aways, and services that victims can utilize.
Guests: Dr. Ellen Smith, Sherry Peters, Nancy Chavez
Resources: National Resource Center on Domestic Violence:https://nrcdv.org/ Rand...
Season 2, Episode 1:
Silent Epidemic: Understanding the Link Between Domestic Violence and Homelessness Content: Intersectionality and Vulnerability, Barriers to Seeking Help, Trauma-Informed Care, Innovative Solutions Facilitator: Sherry Peters Guest: Rhonda Hendrickson Rhonda Hendrickson is a graduate of Public Affairs at Penn State University and Elizabethtown College’s School of Contin...
Season 2, Episode 2:
What is the relationship between Domestic Violence and Pet Abuse?Release Date: August 12, 2024
Content Areas: Link Between Pet Abuse and IPV, Impact on Victims and Pets, Support for Pet-Owning Victims, Legislation and Policies Facilitator: Sherry Peters Guest: Dr. Cassandra Reyes Cassandra L. Reyes, PhD, is an associate professor of criminal justice at West Chester University (WCU). Prior...
Season 2, Episode 3:
When Love is Love and Violence is Not:How to Navigate Domestic Violence in LGBTQ+ Relationships
Release Date: August 26, 2024
Content Areas: Understanding the Unique Challenges: Intersectionality in LGBTQ+ IPV, Stereotypes and Stigma, Barriers to Seeking Help Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith Guest: Dr. Jayleen Galarza, Shippensburg University Dr. Jayleen Galarza Patterson (Dr. Jay;...
Season 2, Episode 4:
More Than a Crush:Understanding Teen Dating Violence
Release Date: September 9, 2024
Content Areas: Recognizing Warning Signs: Red Flags, Factors Contributing to Teen Dating Violence, Prevention and Education Facilitator: Sherry Peters Guest: Ann Gerras Today, we will explore the various forms of teen dating violence, including physical, emotional, verbal, and digital abuse, a...
Season 2, Episode 5:
From Victim to Victor: The Resilience RevolutionRelease Date: September 23, 2024
Content Areas: Defining Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Support Systems, Tools for Resilience Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith Guests: Sherry Peters, Nancy Chavez Today we will be defining what resilience means in the context of intimate partner violence and sharing stories from survivors/victims who have t...
Season 2, Episode 6:
Exploring How Cultural Traditions Impact Domestic ViolenceRelease Date: October 7, 2024
Content Areas: Introduce the topic of cultural perspectives on intimate partner violence (IPV), cultural norms and expectations, stigma and silence, and breaking the cycle. Facilitator: Dr. Ellen Smith Guest: Dr. Samuel Benbow Today, we are discussing the importance of understanding the intersecti...
Season 3, Episode 1:
Examining the Role of Law Enforcement in Domestic Violence Situations: Challenges, Responsibilities, and Best PracticesRelease Date: August 18, 2025 Content Areas: How officers handle these often high-stakes situations, the challenges they face in protecting victims while ensuring due process, Lethality Assessment Protocol, the importance of trauma-informed responses, collaboration with socia...
Season 3, Episode 2:
Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health Stigma in Domestic Violence SituationsRelease Date: September 1, 2025 Content Areas: Today, we are discussing the stigma surrounding mental health and how it can prevent victims from seeking help, and how domestic violence impacts the mental health of survivors, including PTSD, depression, and anxiety. We will look at the role of mental health pr...
Season 3, Episode 3:
Influence of Pop Culture on Domestic Violence: Harmful Tropes and Changing NarrativesRelease Date: September 15, 2025 Content Areas: Today, we are discussing how domestic violence is portrayed in movies, TV shows, and music, and its impact on public perceptions and the normalization of abusive behaviors in relationships through common media tropes. The role of celebrities and influencers in s...
Season 3, Episode 4:
Trauma-Informed Juvenile Probation: An Evolving Approach and Breaking the Cycle for YouthRelease Date: September 29, 2025 Content Areas: Today, we are discussing how trauma-informed care is reshaping probation practices & why, as well as how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including exposure to intimate partner violence (IPV), impact youth in the system. We will look at the link bet...
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