A young woman’s life cut tragically short. In this episode, Fartumo Kusow, mother of Sahra Bulle, shares her story after her daughter was murdered by her estranged husband. She speaks in the hope of helping others recognize danger and protect those they love. Some stories shared are deeply personal and may be upsetting. Listener discretion is advised. Send us a message Support the show

Can domestic violence deaths be prevented? In this powerful episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, we are joined by Pamela Cross, a legal expert, advocate, and member of Ontario’s Domestic Violence Death Review Committee (DVDRC). Pamela provides deep insights into the barriers survivors face within the legal system and the ongoing work to prevent domestic violence fatalities. We also discuss the tragic case of Kiera Kagan, a four-year-old girl whose death, linked to domestic violence, undersco...

Discover the unspoken truths behind the glittering façade of celebrity beauty standards. Join me, Jerusha, as I lead an enlightening discussion with a panel of insightful youths—Nicole, Ritisha, Lola, Haniya, and Sarah—taking on the pervasive influence of the Kardashians and the impact their brand of glamour has on our self-perception. This heart-to-heart isn't just about calling out the often toxic beauty narratives; it's a clarion call for embracing our unique health journeys and rejecting ...

Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery, challenge societal norms, and work towards promoting a safer world? Join us and our special guest, Jeff Perera, a renowned speaker and writer who is a strong voice in addressing manhood and gender-based violence. Together, we cut through the noise to understand what it means to be a male ally and why it's critical to translate those words into tangible action. Our discussion takes a deep dive into the impact of traditional masculini...

Victorea Luminary shares her story of being a survivor of childhood abuse and narcissistic abuse. She has worked with others for over 25 years to move them from a space of trauma to transformation.In this episode, we discuss the warning signs of narcissistic abuse and the ripple effects of trauma into our relationships.** PLEASE NOTE: This episode discusses experiences of child abuse and domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.**Support the show

In this episode, NHL Stanley Cup Champion and Olympic gold medalist, Theo Fleury, shares his story of trauma, sexual abuse, and his journey to healing. Theo discusses the intersectionality of trauma, mental health, and addiction in his life, and discusses ways in which we can rewire trauma to forgive and get on the path to self-discovery, self-love, and healing.TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses suicide, self-harm, and experiences of sexual assault.Support the show

In this episode, international best-selling author Janine Latus tells the story of women who stay with their abusive partner. Janine shares her own personal experience with abusive relationships, and the message she wants everyone to know because she couldn't save her sister, Amy.You are going to want to share this episode with your family and friends!"Thou shalt not be a victim, thou shalt not be a perpetrator, but, above all, thou shalt not be a bystander." - Holocaust Memorial Inscrip...

Too often we hear disturbing news stories about sexual assaults on campuses, about street harassment, or public assaults witnessed by bystanders who did nothing to intervene or stop the harm. In this episode, we are putting the focus on bystanders- the people who could do something, and instead choose to do nothing. Gabriela Mejia from iHollaback joins our panel to discuss bystander intervention strategies. We also discuss everyday bystander scenarios with our game, WHAT DO YOU DO? ...

In this episode, Crystal Andrus Morissette shares her story and journey to self-love and empowerment after experiencing trauma. Crystal is a worldwide leader in the field of self-discovery and personal transformation, the founder of the SWAT Institute, and a five-time international best-selling author who has been featured on Oprah.com, The New York Post, CBS, CBC and many more high profile media platforms.This motivational and inspiring conversation will help you begin the journey of uncover...

YWOP Founder, Alison Springer, takes over The Youth Pod to help us celebrate the International Day of the Girl. Alison guides an all-female panel of HWP educators and youth through a powerful conversation on the challenges females face, what we want men and boys to know and do, and how toxic girl culture can be transformed into female pride and solidarity.Join the conversation! When women know and are confident in who they are, when females work together as allies, incredible things can happe...

In this episode, the Public Education team at HWP and a few of our teen Youth Ambassadors discuss the many important lessons that can be learned from the Gabby Petito story. The disappearance and death of Gabby Petito has created a media frenzy internationally, leading to the hashtag #gabbypetito receiving over 1 billion views! We discuss the overwhelming media coverage of Gabby's disappearance and death, the importance of recognizing yellow flags in what may seem like a picture-perfect relat...

In our season finale episode, we're chatting about influencers and trends! We are discussing the impacts of fitness, fashion and social media trends on our relationship with ourselves, with our bodies, and with our mental health. Join the conversation as we take a look beneath the surface to uncover what these trends are actually selling! Whether it's the 75 Day Hard Trend, Kylie Lip Kits, the Gua sha facial tool, or the fixation with big booties, thigh gaps and collar bones - we break ...

The Youth Panel weighs in on sexual harassment- what actually counts as sexual harassment? Are catcalling, flirting and pick up lines ok? We discuss real-life examples with our panel of teen boys and girls, who share some of their personal experiences. We'll also provide you with tips on how to intervene when you witness sexual or street harassment, and what you can do if it happens to you.Support the show

Brittany, from SAVIS (Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services of Halton), joins the Youth Pod to help reveal a hidden but prevalent issue within Halton - Human Trafficking. We'll be providing you with all the important information you need to know on what human trafficking is, how to spot a trafficker, what makes someone vulnerable to being trafficked, and what you can do to help stop human trafficking in our community.IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEEDS FURTHER SUPPORT, PLEASE REACH O...

In this episode, we are discussing everything you need to know about sexual assault and consent. Andrea and Chloe from SAVIS join the conversation to help break down facts and myths about consent, including the issues involved between alcohol and consent. We explore consent scenarios, as well as ways in which each of us can play a role in ending sexual violence. If you have questions about your own experience of abuse, or those of a friend or loved one. If you may be in the process...

We are continuing our conversation with Emmie and Amanda, from ROCK's Danielle's Place. In this episode Amanda shares her lived experience with an eating disorder, how she was able to overcome, and what life can look like after an eating disorder (even in a world with triggers). You'll be empowered with specific strategies you can use to build body acceptance into your day-to-day life, and help foster the inner resilience required to challenge the unhealthy messages you receive.We all have th...

This episode is the start of our Be-YOU-tiful Body Kindness Series. The goal of this series is to empower you to have a healthier relationship with yourself, and to simply BE YOU, because that is what being beautiful is all about!In this episode, we're discussing appearance ideals, comparisons and body talk. How can we empower ourselves to identify the harmful messages that the media is portraying? How can we challenge the sometimes subconscious internalization of appearance ideal...

In this episode, Jerusha and the teen panel are discussing Relationship Deal Breakers! When you're considering the type of partner you want in your life, there are plenty of things that may make your list. From their sense of humor, to their looks, to the way that they treat you - everyone has some sort of picture of who they classify as the ideal mate. But just as there are specific things that we look for in the person that we're dating, there are definitely boundaries and standards you sho...

Love at First Sight, They Complete You!...You Can Change Them?...Happily Ever After....the "GRAND" Gesture! We're breaking down the biggest romantic movie tropes you may be unknowingly buying into! Our romantic expectations can be sky high and out of touch. We can focus on and give value to the wrong things- "Why isn’t my partner getting me flowers, publicly declaring their love for me, or buying me lavish gifts?". We need to separate what’s realistic from what’s unrealistic, and disting...

In this episode, we're discussing the other side of the intimate partner violence story! Often we talk about and focus on the victims of abuse. In this discussion, we are taking a look at the other side so we can better and fully understand the issue of domestic violence, the whole story of abuse, of dating violence, and violence against women. In order to to understand the FULL picture- that includes discussing the "ABUSER", or those who use violence in relationships. Kelsey Harford, Y...