Ask Ava
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Do you have questions about dating violence? Or, do you ever wonder what makes a relationship healthy? Look no further than the Ask Ava Podcast, where experts weigh in on these topics and more - like blackmail, gender, consent, and sexual assault. Questions come directly from New Jersey-based classrooms & groups.
This podcast is recommended for listeners 12+. Subscribe and stream all Ask Ava episodes wherever you get podcasts! Some episodes are also available on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@safesoundsomerset
The Ask Ava Podcast is produced by Safe+Sound Somerset. Located in Somerset County, we provide survivor services and prevention programs for domestic, dating and sexual violence. If you need support, please call or text our trained advocates on our confidential, free, 24/7 Helpline: 866-685-1122.
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S1E269 Ask Ava, Ep. 269: "When is jealousy abusive?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 269: "When is jealousy abusive?"You have a right to spend time with your friends, and have hobbies and activities that are important to you outside of your relationship. Join us for the…
S1E268 Ask Ava, Ep. 268: "What does verbal abuse look like in an abusive relationship?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 268: "What does verbal abuse look like in an abusive relationship?"Verbal abuse can be scary and have lasting impacts. Hear from special guest Jessica Fernandez about how to recognize…
S1E267 Ask Ava, Ep. 267: "How can you recognize gaslighting?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 267: "How can you recognize gaslighting?"Gaslighting is when someone uses manipulation and lies to purposely make you question your reality and your experiences. In the second…
S1E266 Ask Ava, Ep. 266: "What is financial abuse?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 266: "What is financial abuse?"Today we're launching a new 4-part Ask Ava series highlighting different types of abuse besides physical violence. In this episode, special guest Jessica…
S1E264 Ask Ava, Ep. 264: "How can I set boundaries without being mean?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 264: "How can I set boundaries without being mean?"Setting boundaries is a form of self-love; creating safety for YOU is not mean to someone else. Special guest Jessica Fernandez joins…
S1E265 Ask Ava, Ep. 265: "How can teens protect themselve against dating abuse when they start dating?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 265: "How can teens protect themselve against dating abuse when they start dating?"Before dating, it can be helpful to identify your goals for relationship and feel confident in your…
S1E263 Ask Ava, Ep. 263: "How can I help my friend in an abusive relationship?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 263: "How can I help my friend in an abusive relationship?"It's important to show your friend you believe them and support their decisions with care and concern, not with judgement. Join…
S1E262 Ask Ava, Ep. 262: "Why is it important to have men doing domestic and sexual violence prevention?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 262: "Why is it important to have men doing domestic and sexual violence prevention?"Join us for a special conversation with Safe+Sound Somerset's Community Outreach and Community…
S1E261 Ask Ava, Ep. 261: "How can I tell my current partner about a past sexual assault?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 262: "How can I tell my current partner about my past sexual assault?"You deserve to be believed and to not be blamed for the sexual assault. Let your partner know how you need them to…
S1E260 Ask Ava, Ep. 260: "What are the impacts of teen dating violence?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 260: "What are the impacts of teen dating violence?"Experiencing teen dating violence can have devasting impacts on individuals and whole communities. Join us as we talk about some of…
S1E259 Ask Ava, Ep. 259: "What are some red flags of abuse besides physical violence?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 259: "What are some red flags of abuse besides physical violence?"Red flag behaviors are actions that someone else uses to take away or violate your right to make your own decisions, set…
S1E258 Ask Ava, Ep. 258: "I'm experiencing emotional abuse...how can I get others to take me seriously?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 258: "I'm experiencing emotional abuse...how can I get others to take me seriously?"You deserve to feel safe. Emotional abuse violates our right to make our own choices, set boundaries…
S1E257 Ask Ava, Ep. 257: "Do victims share responsiblity for their assault because of the clothes they wear?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 257: Do victims share a responsibility for their assault because of the clothes they wear or the situations they put themselves in? NO! Assault only happens because the assaulter chooses…
S1E256 Ask Ava, Ep. 256: "What is Denim Day?"
Ask Ava Ep. 256: “What is Denim Day?”Denim Day is a global day of action where people make a fashion statement in support of survivors and to prevent sexual violence. Learn more about Denim Day and…
S1E255 Ask Ava, Ep. 255: "Is a Big Age Gap in a Relationship Bad?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 255: Is a Big Age Gap in a Relationship Bad?It depends….are there legal concerns? Does the age gap impact someone’s ability to make choices, set boundaries and freely give consent? In…
S1E254 Ask Ava, Ep. 254: "Why is Sexual Assault Awareness Month Important?"
Ask Ava, Ep. 254: Why is Sexual Assault Awareness Month Important? Together We Act, United We Change! April 2025 is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Listen to this week’s Ask Ava podcast to…
S1E253 Ask Ava, Ep. 253: What Can We Learn From the "American Murder: Gabby Petito" True-Crime Series?
Ask Ava, Ep. 253: What Can We Learn From the "American Murder: Gabby Petito" True-Crime Series? The recently released true-crime series soared to the number one show on Netflix and brought the…
S1E252 Ask Ava, Ep. 252: What is the Nonfatal Strangulation and Smothering Response Team?
Ep. 252: What is the Nonfatal Strangulation and Smothering Response Team? Join us for this special episode with guest Andrea Treadwell, who talks with us about the dangers of strangulation and…
S1E251 Ask Ava, Episode 251: What if someone says "your body, my choice"?
Episode 251: What if someone says 'your body, my choice'?Support the showReal answers for real questions
S1E250 Ask Ava, Ep. 250: "What if my partner needs to approve my social media posts?"
Ep. 250: "What if my partner needs to approve my social media posts?"Support the showReal answers for real questions
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