More to the Story
50 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsMore to the Story is a show that uncovers the true stories behind sexual violence, sexual abuse and rape. We'll examine some of the worst that our society can offer and discuss how it affects every one of us. We'll also meet the survivors and the people who fight against it and shine light on the hope and healing they create. More to the Story is presented by A Voice for the Innocent, which is a nonprofit community of support for victims of rape and sexual abuse. You are not alone.
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Episodes
Discussing Max & The Monster
May 15, 2020 16:07 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBAfter presenting the release of Max & The Monster, Jamie sits down with writer/director Jenna Kanell to dig deeper into the themes and messages in the film.
Counseling If It’s Been A Long Time
May 12, 2020 00:54 - 57 minutes - 65.7 MBJamie talked with Clark Echols, LPCC about how counseling can help someone, even if it's been a long time since they experienced trauma.
OVERCOME: Natalie Brady
April 08, 2020 04:02 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIn this episode of More To The Story: Overcome, Jamie sat down and talked with college student and jazz vocalist Natalie Brady.
Should I Really Go To Counseling?
March 22, 2020 05:25 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBThis month Jamie talked all things counseling with La Shanda Sugg, LPC. La Shanda is a therapist, a trainer, and the founder of Labors of Love Counseling and Consulting. She talks about why counseling and therapy might be a good idea, reminds us that patients and clients have power, and helps give some thoughts around general anxieties - especially with the uncharted waters of COVID-19.
OVERCOME: Alma Cheng
March 01, 2020 16:11 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBJamie talks with author and activist Alma Cheng about overcoming abuse in an immigrant family.
Unsupportive Partners
February 16, 2020 19:42 - 46 minutes - 53.1 MBThis month we talked with Candace Mumphrey, the founder of The Comma Life, a services that provides support, resources, and advisory for domestic abuse survivors. We talked about her organization, and then discussed healthy relationships and how to navigate a relationship that isn't supportive of past traumas.
How To Tell Your Parents
February 07, 2020 17:40 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBShould I tell my parents I was assaulted or abused? How should I approach them? What can I expect them to say? Nancy L. Moore, LISW-S, LCSW comes on this episode to help us break down these questions and more.
OVERCOME: Kristen Eby
January 17, 2020 17:07 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBIn this episode of More To The Story: Overcome, Jamie talked with long-time AVFTI friend and law school student Kristen Eby.
Ask A Counselor Mailbag (part 2)
December 22, 2019 16:57 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBIn this second of two episodes, Jamie and Carolyn Zahner answered your questions about sexual trauma, healing, and moving forward in life.
Ask A Counselor Mailbag (part 1)
December 22, 2019 16:56 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this first of two episodes, Jamie talked with Carolyn Zahner about what someone can expect when they are seeking out a therapist.
OVERCOME: Hannah Pollock
December 05, 2019 00:09 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBIn this episode of More To The Story: Overcome, Jamie talked with long-time AVFTI volunteer and event rep, Hannah Pollock.
Looking at Erin’s Law
November 17, 2019 00:43 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBJamie talked with advocates Lia and Sally who are working to make Ohio the 38th state to pass Erin's Law.
OVERCOME: Kristin DeWitt
October 29, 2019 03:45 - 1 hour - 89 MBIn this episode of More To The Story: Overcome, Jamie talked with AVFTI volunteer and avid music lover, Kristin DeWitt.
Being A Supportive Family Member
October 07, 2019 02:35 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBFor this episode, we talked with Miranda Pacchiana, MSW of The Second Wound about how family members can ensure they are responding properly if someone in their family has experienced sexual violence, and what being supportive really means.
A College Student’s Guide to Title IX
September 24, 2019 04:14 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBWe talked to Title IX Investigator Angela Zippin and Project Coordinator, Stacey Walden, both from Northern Kentucky University, to try and unpack as much as we can around all things Title IX.
OVERCOME: Becca MacCeile
September 09, 2019 17:24 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBIn this episode of More To The Story: Overcome, Jamie talked with author and AVFTI volunteer Becca MacCeile.
You Don’t Have To Have A Story To Have A Voice
August 24, 2019 22:28 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBJamie talks with AVFTI cofounder Eric Boggs about what drives him to work daily in the field of sexual violence despite not having been personally impacted.
OVERCOME: Jacqui Sweeney
August 07, 2019 18:44 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBIn the very first episode of More To The Story: Overcome, Jamie talked with AVFTI's Volunteer Director Jacqui Sweeney.
Announcement!
July 24, 2019 20:32 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBIntroducing More To The Story: Overcome episodes! These discussions with survivors will discuss first-hand experiences of what healing can look like.
Building A Community Of Kindness
June 21, 2019 17:12 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBAre there small, everyday things we can do to support people? What does it take to make a difference in the lives of people who are hurting? Can a small group of people really make much of an impact?
Understanding Obstacles For LGBTQ+ Survivors
June 19, 2019 23:11 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBJamie sat down with Em Joy of Women Helping Women and Alex Meadows of Women's Crisis Center to explore the sobering reality of the additional obstacles for survivors of sexual violence in the LGBTQ+ community.
Rape Kits, the Backlog, and More
May 02, 2019 14:15 - 58 minutes - 54 MBWe hear the term "rape kit backlog" very frequently in the news. We know it exists, and we know it's a problem. But what is it, exactly? What does it mean for survivors? And how do we fix it?
Exploring A Crisis Center’s Services
April 10, 2019 02:28 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBWe talk with the Outreach Services Coordinator at Women's Crisis Center in northern Kentucky. She helped to answer some common questions about the services available to survivors, possibly dispel some myths, and then help define a bunch of common terms.
An In-Depth Look at Trauma
March 09, 2019 04:49 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBJamie talks with Mary Vicaro, LPCC-S and founder of Finding Hope Consulting in order to get a deeper understanding of trauma.
Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships
February 03, 2019 16:51 - 56 minutes - 64.4 MBThis month, Women's Crisis Center's Stephenie Pence joins us to explore various behaviors and theories that help define what is a healthy relationship, and what might be considered abusive.
A Discussion with Patty and Ronnie from As It Is
January 14, 2019 03:20 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBJamie sat down with Patty and Ronnie of As It Is to discuss their upcoming tour, mental health, and more.
Pivotal Cases and Legislation
December 31, 2018 20:05 - 1 hour - 93.4 MBJamie talks with law student, Kristen Eby, about important court cases and legislation surrounding sexual violence.
Writing as a Form of Self Care
December 03, 2018 15:22 - 1 hour - 72 MBJamie talked with Lauren from Sharptooth, Bethany from Glassworld, and Ben from Ocean Deep about how writing can be a form of self care.
Returning Home For The Holidays
November 11, 2018 15:31 - 51 minutes - 58.4 MBJamie talked with Rachel Grant of Rachel Grant Coaching about tools for those who are reluctantly returning home for the holidays.
Sexual Violence in Media
October 17, 2018 03:35 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBJamie has a discussion with filmmaker and actor Jenna Kanell about sexual violence in media, and specifically in horror movies.
Sexual Violence in Fiction
October 06, 2018 20:59 - 50 minutes - 58.1 MBSexual violence in fiction- cheap plot device? Or reflection of reality? Let's talk about it.
Bystander Intervention
September 05, 2018 03:37 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBJamie sits down with Lori Droege and Casey O’Neill of the Women's Crisis Center to discuss bystander intervention techniques.
Sexual Assault on College Campuses
August 15, 2018 23:55 - 56 minutes - 64.6 MBCollege students face a higher risk of sexual violence than anyone else. So why are resources for them so lacking?
The 2018 Vans Warped Tour Team
August 04, 2018 21:05 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBWe sat down with AVFTI's Warped Tour Team learn about their favorite Warped memories, the work they do the rest of the year, and how they got involved with mental health and social work.
Sexual Violence in the LGBTQ+ Community
June 04, 2018 02:59 - 1 hour - 78.7 MBWe are joined by podcaster, speaker, and activist Callie Wright of the podcast The Gaytheist Manifesto to discuss sexual violence and how it impacts the LGBTQ+ community.
What Can We Do About Child Abuse?
April 15, 2018 17:59 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBWe brought in our friend and advisor Cassie Kingan, MA, LPC, CCPC, CCTP to dive into the issue of childhood sex abuse and what all do to help stop it.
A Conversation with Pat Thetic of Anti-Flag
January 14, 2018 17:33 - 58 minutes - 66.5 MBJamie sits down with Pat Thetic of Anti-Flag to discuss social and political activism in the punk rock scene.
A Conversation With Garrett Russell of Silent Planet
December 14, 2017 04:11 - 1 minute - 75.9 MBJamie sits down with Garrett Russell of Silent Planet while on Vans Warped Tour to discuss why Silent Planet takes on topics such as sexual violence, suicide and more.
A Conversation With To Write Love On Her Arms
August 04, 2017 00:45 - 48 minutes - 55 MBJamie sits down with Elizabeth and Harry of TWLOHA while on Vans Warped Tour to discuss the organization's origins, how they got involved, and what their tour highlights are.
A Conversation With Jake Luhrs of HeartSupport
July 04, 2017 00:30 - 45 minutes - 52 MBIn this episode, Jamie sits down and has a discussion with Jake Luhrs, founder of heartsupport and vocalist for metal band August Burns Red.
Roadblocks To Reporting
June 01, 2017 01:57 - 42 minutes - 48.3 MBIn this episode, we talk about the roadblocks that those affected by sexual violence and abuse face when they consider coming forward about what happened to them.
When Someone You Know is Accused
May 02, 2017 02:35 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBIn this episode, we are joined by our friends Shawna (War On Women) and Amber and to discuss how to take action when someone you know has been accused of sexual assault.
The Many Faces of Sexual Assault
April 02, 2017 17:33 - 53 minutes - 61.4 MBWe use this time to discuss the many people who are affected by sexual violence and their vastly different experiences.
Overcoming Sexual Assault
March 02, 2017 22:36 - 35 minutes - 41.2 MBThis episode highlights people who have overcome their trauma in order to help others.
Healthy Relationships
February 02, 2017 05:17 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBIn this episode, we discuss what a healthy relationship looks like and warning signs that help us recognize unhealthy and dangerous behaviors and habits.
Self Care
January 16, 2017 22:26 - 1 hour - 91.2 MBHave you ever heard the saying that you can't pour from an empty cup? In this episode, we discuss the meaning and importance of self care.
Continued Contact
December 20, 2016 03:07 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBIn this episode, we discuss the experiences of those who have felt like they had no other choice but to continue contact and examine the effect that it has on their lives.
Family: Support or Lack Thereof
November 21, 2016 23:34 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MBWith the holidays approaching, it's important to discuss the impact that family can have on a victim.
Is Supporting Someone’s Work Supporting Their Actions?
October 17, 2016 22:20 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBCan you separate the work of your favorite football player, your favorite singer or your favorite director from the horrible actions that they have committed?
Meet AVFTI’s Founders
September 19, 2016 21:44 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBThe founders of A Voice for the Innocent discuss why the nonprofit was created, their favorite moments, and toughest challenges.