Lori Poland is joined by Brad Watts, Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, and author of "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic". Brad discusses his work treating adolescent sex offenders as well as the silent epidemic of sibling sexual abuse.Brad Watts' website: https://bradwattslpc.com/Link to Brad Watts' book: "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Confronting America's Silent Epidemic"The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN). Be our Guest   Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected  If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!    Leave us a review on Podchaser  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate  

Lori Poland is joined by Aubrey Sullivan of Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth (SAFY) for a discussion around supporting children in the foster care system, preventing child abuse, who should consider being a foster parent, and resources for foster parents.   SAFY's website: https://www.safy.org/ The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).    Walk Together to End Child Sexual Abuse Join us for a virtual step challenge as we mobilize people across the country to collectively take 1,000,000 steps in honor of the Global Day to End Child Sexual Abuse on November 18. Sign up today at https://endcan.org/endchildsexualabuseday/  Be our Guest   Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected  If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!    Leave us a review on Podchaser  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate   

In this episode, Lori Poland hears from child abuse survivor John Giordano as he shares his story of experiencing child abuse and its impacts on him throughout his life. John discusses his journey through addiction, the recovery process, and his work as an author, speaker, and therapist. John Giordano's website: https://johnjgiordano.com/  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Walk Together to End Child Abuse and NeglectRegister today to join us virtually or in person as we raise funds for child abuse prevention!Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect. 

Children everywhere deserve to be safe and supported, including children being homeschooled. Lori Poland is joined by Kelley Richey, co-host of The Family Ties Podcast. Lori and Kelley discuss the importance of community when it comes to keeping kids safe. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Walk Together to End Child Abuse and NeglectRegister today to join us virtually or in person as we raise funds for child abuse prevention!Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect. 

The Louder than Silence podcast is BACK! Lori Poland discusses the impact of ACEs - adverse childhood experiences - and how positive childhood experiences can buffer the impact of trauma. Lori is joined by producer Lyndsay Lack. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Walk Together to End Child Abuse and Neglect Register today to join us virtually or in person as we raise funds for child abuse prevention! Links Report: Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities 2019Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect.  

Lori talks with Grace French, founder and President of The Army of Survivors,  whose mission is to bring awareness, accountability, and transparency to sexual violence against athletes at all levels. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).   Links The Army of Survivors Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect.   Volunteer Volunteer your time and skills to help us end child abuse and neglect. Join us today!  

Alli Watt, Executive Director of Breaking Silence, discusses the importance of believing survivors when they share their stories of abuse. Alli explains the importance of empathy in eradicating child abuse and neglect, and how Breaking Silence uses immersive storytelling to cultivate empathy in the visitors of their exhibits.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).   Links Breaking Silence  Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect.   Volunteer Volunteer your time and skills to help us end child abuse and neglect. Join us today!  

The impact of child abuse and neglect can last a lifetime, and yet the statute of limitations puts an expiration date on when survivors can get justice. Marci Hamilton, CEO of CHILD USA, joins us on the podcast to discuss her fight for reforming the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse. CHILD USA is a thinktank that examines the best findings from both social science and legal analysis to create the best policies for child protection. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).   Links CHILD USA Justice Denied by Marci Hamilton  Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect.   Volunteer Volunteer your time and skills to help us end child abuse and neglect. Join us today!  

In this episode, EndCAN’s Executive Director Lori Poland discusses the link between childhood abuse and health issues later in life with Jenn Drake-Croft, Director of Child Well-Being with the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth. Jenn explains the Adverse Childhood Experiences study (ACEs), and how a systemic public health approach can lead to lasting solutions when it comes to mitigating child abuse and neglect.  The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).  Links Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth Frameworks Institute Research on Child and Adolescent Development Building Strong Brains Tennessee Model Learn more about ACEs  Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect.   Volunteer Volunteer your time and skills to help us end child abuse and neglect. Join us today!

Summary Broadcast meteorologist, singer, and survivor Meredith Garofalo joins Lori for a meaningful conversation about how she’s found happiness and success in life despite her childhood abuse. Meredith says artistic expression saved her life and she hopes to empower her fellow survivors to find the strength to discover what brings them hope and joy in their own lives. The Louder than Silence podcast is brought to you by The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN).   Links Follow Meredith Garofalo on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram  Be our Guest Would you like to share your story or nominate someone to be a guest on our show? Send an email to [email protected].   Stay Connected If you enjoy this podcast, please rate us, subscribe, and share!  Leave us a review on Podchaser Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter  Donate You can make a difference today by supporting EndCAN’s mission to end child abuse and neglect.   Volunteer Volunteer your time and skills to help us end child abuse and neglect. Join us today!