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Can We Talk About That?

DASO + Ingamo Homes

Hey, I’m Sophie Foster, and welcome to our podcast! Each week, I sit down with local experts to ask the questions we"re all wondering about gender-based violence - what abuse really is, when to reach out, and how we can help prevent it—right here in Oxford County. This podcast is brought to you by the women"s shelters in Oxford County - Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (DASO) and Ingamo Homes - and funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation Seed Grant. New episodes are released every Wednesday!

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Episode 35 - The Power of iHEAL: Trauma-Informed Care...

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2026/03/25

In this episode, we sit down with registered nurses Jacqueline Forget and Emily Robertson from the iHEAL program, which supports individuals who have experienced intimate partner violence across Oxford County, Elgin County, and St. Thomas.Through a trauma- and violence-informed approach, iHEAL helps survivors move beyond crisis and toward long-term healing, safety, and stability. Jacqueline and Emily share what this work looks like on the ground—how they build trust with clients, support both

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00:38:46

Episode 34 - Walking With Us: Solidarity and Action...

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2026/03/11

In this episode, I sit down with Patricia Marshal‑DeSutter, founder of Building the Fire (formerly the Indigenous Solidarity and Awareness Network).Patricia shares about the work Building the Fire is doing to support Indigenous communities, raise awareness, and foster meaningful solidarity in the movement to end violence against Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two‑Spirit People (MMIWG2S+). Together, we explore what it means to move beyond awareness toward real action, centering

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00:54:54

Episode 33 - When Survival is Criminalized: The...

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2026/02/25

What happens when the legal system meant to protect survivors ends up criminalizing them?In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, we’re joined by Dr. Jenniffer Olenewa, who shares insights from her PhD research on the criminalization of women and survivors of gender-based violence.Together, we unpack the history of how survivors have been treated by the justice system, explore growing conversations around coercive control and the potential criminalization of femicide, and examine why these

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00:24:38

Episode 32 - Reflecting on Impact: Our 2025 OTF Seed...

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2026/02/11

In this special episode, we’re celebrating a major milestone: the closing of our 2025 Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) Seed Grant for our Can We Talk About? project. We were honoured to welcome our local MPP, Ernie Hardeman, to join us for our Final Recognition Event — a moment to reflect on the impact of this work and to say a heartfelt thank you to OTF for their support.Together, we highlight what this funding made possible, the community partnerships that brought the project to life, and why

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00:31:37

Episode 31 - You’re Not Overreacting: Understanding...

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2026/01/28

In this episode, we sit down with Tracey Marshall from Threat Management Matters (TMI) to unpack the realities of criminal harassment. What does it actually look like? Why is it so often misunderstood, minimized, or dismissed? And what are the real risks when it isn’t taken seriously?Together, we explore how criminal harassment impacts survivors, how it escalates, and why recognizing early warning signs is critical for prevention and safety. This conversation challenges common myths and highlights

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00:25:27

Episode 30 - Nobody Taught Us This: Consent, Youth,...

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2026/01/14

Consent is something many of us were never properly taught — yet its absence has lifelong impacts. In this episode, we’re joined by Brooke McCoy, Ingamo’s Child and Youth Worker, to explore how conversations about consent often fail young people, and what that silence can lead to as they grow into adulthood.Drawing from her frontline experience supporting children and youth impacted by gender-based violence, Brooke shares insight into what kids and teens are actually navigating today, the warning

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2026 Podcast Update

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2026/01/07

We’re wrapping up our 2025 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant and feeling incredibly grateful 💛Good news — we’re not saying goodbye.New podcast episodes will now drop every other Wednesday so we can keep these conversations going sustainably.Thank you for being here. We can’t wait to share what’s next!Feel free to put in the comments any topics or guests you have in mind for future episodes 👀

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00:35:40

Episode 29 - Beyond "Just Leave": Real Support for...

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2025/12/31

Many of us want to support survivors of gender-based violence—but we’re afraid of saying the wrong thing, or we don’t realize that our well-intentioned advice can actually cause harm. In this episode, Krystal Snider joins us to talk about what real support and advocacy look like beyond the phrase “just leave.” We discuss the complexities survivors navigate, the importance of listening and believing, and how friends, family, and community members can offer support that is safer, more respectful, and

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00:37:04

Episode 28 - How We Know It’s Getting Dangerous: Risk...

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2025/12/24

In this episode, we’re joined by Tracey Marshall, founder of Threat Management Matters, to explore how risk is assessed in situations of gender-based violence. Drawing on her extensive experience in threat assessment and law enforcement, Tracey explains how professionals determine when a situation is becoming dangerous and what signs to watch for. We discuss practical strategies for survivors, allies, and service providers to recognize escalating risk and take steps to stay safe. This conversation

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00:19:40

Episode 27 - When It’s Someone You Know: Sexual Abuse...

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2025/12/17

In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Ferguson from Oxford Sexual Assault Services (OSAS) to talk about one of the most difficult but important realities: sexual abuse that happens at the hands of friends, family members, and people we trust.Sarah helps us unpack why this type of harm is so often minimized or misunderstood, how grooming and trust-building play a role, and what survivors need in the aftermath.We also discuss how supporters can respond in trauma-informed, non-judgmental ways—and why

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00:18:38

Episode 26 - Reddit Reactions: "Why Didn't My Partner...

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2025/12/10

In today’s Reddit Reactions episode, we dive into a heartbreaking relationship story shared by a woman who becomes seriously ill and ends up in the hospital for a week. Instead of getting the support she needs, she’s met with distance, defensiveness, and signs of emotional abuse she can no longer ignore.We also explore the bigger picture: her partner recently lost his job, may be struggling with depression, and the hospital stay seems to expose deeper issues that have been building in their

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00:20:15

Episode 24 - Survivor Story: Jerry Acchione

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2025/12/03

This episode features Jerry Acchione, the City of Woodstock's Mayor, who opens up about his childhood living with an abusive father and the strength it took for his mother to seek safety for their family. At just 11 years old, Jerry entered a women’s shelter with his mom and siblings—an experience that would change the course of his life. Jerry talks about resilience, generational trauma, and the importance of supporting shelters and violence-prevention work in our communities.Resources &

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00:21:57

Episode 23 - Not Just a Partner Problem: The Role of...

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2025/11/26

In this episode, we’re joined by Tim Kelly, past Manager of the Family Violence and Counselling Program with the Children’s Aid Society, and a long-time leader in supporting families impacted by abuse.Tim helps unpack a crucial reality: abuse in relationships is never just a partner problem—it directly affects parenting, children’s wellbeing, and the overall safety of the home.We discuss how abusive behaviours can show up in fatherhood, the lasting impact on children, and why meaningful

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00:44:48

Episode 22 - The Overlooked Intersection: Disability...

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2025/11/19

In this episode, we sit down with consultant and advocate Marianne Park-Ruffin for an honest and eye-opening conversation about the intersection of disability and gender-based violence. Marianne offers both lived and professional insight into how people with disabilities experience GBV, the unique vulnerabilities they face, and the barriers that often prevent them from accessing support.Together, we explore what inclusive services should look like, how organizations can better respond, and why

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Episode 22 - Survivor Story: Tajay

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2025/11/12

In this moving episode, we sit down with Tajay, a survivor of gender-based violence, who shares her story with honesty, courage, and grace. Tajay takes us through her journey — from surviving abuse to rebuilding her life, reclaiming her voice, and rediscovering who she is beyond what she’s endured.Together, we talk about what life after leaving really looks like — the quiet strength it takes to heal, the uncertainty of new relationships, and the beauty of learning to love yourself again. Tajay

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Episode 21 - It Should Never Get This Far: Preventing...

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2025/11/05

In this episode, I sit down with Amy Maddess, who previously served as the Domestic Assault Resource Team (DART) Coordinator for Oxford County, to talk about the ongoing work to prevent femicide and the critical importance of recognizing and responding to strangulation as a serious risk factor for lethality in intimate partner violence.Together, we unpack what femicide means, why strangulation is often a predictor of escalating violence, and what communities and service providers can do to better

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00:27:46

Episode 20 - When Care Turns Controlling:...

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2025/10/29

What happens when care crosses the line into control? In this episode, we’re joined by Margaret McPherson, a research associate for the Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children at Western University.Together, we explore how patterns of power and control can appear in caregiving relationships, the warning signs of financial, emotional, and physical abuse, and what it means to support older adults with dignity, autonomy, and safety.Whether you work with seniors, support

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00:18:33

Episode 19 - Say What You Mean: Building Healthier...

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2025/10/22

How do we actually say what we mean—and hear what others are really saying—in our relationships? In this episode, Joanna Parker joins us to unpack what healthy communication looks like, how to navigate conflict without losing connection, and why clear, compassionate conversations are essential for building safer and more respectful relationships.Whether you’re trying to set boundaries, repair trust, or just communicate better day to day, this episode offers practical tools and insight to help you do

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00:15:11

Episode 18 - Reacting to Reddit: “Check Your Husband,...

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2025/10/15

This week’s Reddit Reaction episode is a wild one.I bring back Brooke McCoy, Natasha McMillan, and Czarina Garcia to unpack a real post where a woman gets an unexpected knock at her door — from her neighbour — asking her to dress more modestly in her own home because her husband keeps watching her clean through the window...We dig into what’s really going on here: gender-based violence culture, victim blaming, the way women are pitted against each other, and how society still protects creepy men

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Episode 17 - Building Trust: Reporting Sexual Assault...

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2025/10/08

In this episode, I sit down with OPP Detective Lisa Narancsik to explore what happens when someone reports sexual assault. We talk about how police support survivors, what to expect during the process, and how trust is built between communities and law enforcement.Lisa offers an inside look at trauma-informed policing, common misconceptions about reporting, and how survivors can make informed choices about whether and how to come forward.This honest, compassionate conversation sheds light on the

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