Can We Talk About That?

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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!

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 21 - It Should Never Get This Far: Preventing Femicide in Our Community with Amy Maddess

    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 identify warning signs and intervene early. Amy shares insights from her experience coordinating Oxford County’s DART network, and we discuss what real prevention looks like — from collaboration to community awareness.Resources & Support:Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comDomestic Abuse Resource Team (DART) OxfordWebsite: https://dartoxford.ca/Follow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    29 min

  2. OCT 29

    Episode 20 - When Care Turns Controlling: Understanding Elder Abuse with Margaret McPherson

    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 a loved one, or simply want to understand this hidden form of violence, this conversation will help you recognize when care turns controlling — and what we can all do to prevent it. Links from this episode: Julie Diamond's book - Power: A User's Guide https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/power-a-u...Peter Seng's book - Presence: Human Purpose and the Field of the Future https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/presence-human-purpose-and-the-field-of-the-future/9780385516303.html It's Not Right: Neighbours Friends and Families for Older Adults https://eapon.ca/projects/its-not-right-neighbours-friends-and-families/ Elgin-Oxford Legal Clinic https://www.eolc.ca/ Resources:Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comFollow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    28 min

  3. OCT 22

    Episode 19 - Say What You Mean: Building Healthier Communication in Relationships with Joanna Parker

    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 it with care and confidence.Resources & Support:Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comFollow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    19 min

  4. OCT 15

    Episode 18 - Reacting to Reddit: “Check Your Husband, Not Me”

    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 over women’s comfort and safety.Tune in for an honest (and sometimes hilarious) breakdown of this all-too-real story.Resources & Support:Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comFollow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    15 min

  5. OCT 8

    Episode 17 - Building Trust: Reporting Sexual Assault and Talking to Police

    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 challenges and changes happening within policing, and what it takes to create safety and accountability for everyone.Resources & Support:Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comOxford Sexual Assault Services (OSAS)Website: https://oxchc.ca/homepage/services/oxford-sexual-assault-services-osas/Phone (call or text): 226-232-6149Follow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    27 min

  6. OCT 1

    Episode 16 - Little Voices, Big Impact: How GBV Affects Children

    In this episode, I sit down with Brooke McCoy, Child and Youth Worker at Ingamo Homes, to explore how gender-based violence impacts children and youth. We talk about the ways kids experience and understand violence in their homes and communities, what supports can make a difference, and how caregivers and service providers can help break the cycle.Brooke brings years of front-line experience supporting children and families, offering insight into the resilience of young people and the importance of creating safe, supportive environments.This conversation sheds light on the often-overlooked perspectives of children—reminding us that their voices matter, and that the effects of GBV ripple far beyond adults.Resources + Support: Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comFollow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    24 min

  7. SEP 24

    Episode 15 - Hidden in Plain Sight: Understanding Human Trafficking in Our Community

    Human trafficking isn’t always visible — and it isn’t always what people imagine. In this episode, I sit down with Krystal Snider, who brings both lived experience and years of frontline work in the anti-trafficking field.Krystal shares her personal journey, unpacks the myths that keep trafficking hidden, and explains how it shows up in everyday communities like ours. She also offers insight into what prevention, early intervention, and effective response can look like when we truly understand the issue.If you’ve ever thought “that doesn’t happen here,” this episode will challenge and change your perspective.Links from our Conversation:Victim Assistance Services of Oxford CountyWebsite: https://www.vasoc.on.ca/ Canadian Centre to End Human TraffickingWebsite: https://www.canadiancentretoendhumantrafficking.ca/National Hotline: 1-833-900-1010Resources + Support: Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comFollow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    29 min

  8. SEP 17

    Episode 14 - It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way: Supporting Men to Stop Violence

    In this episode, I sit down with Tim Kelly, Manager of the Family Violence Counselling Program at Oxford County’s Children's Aid Society (CAS), to explore what it looks like to support men in breaking the cycle of violence. Tim shares insights from his years of experience working directly with men who use violence, offering a nuanced look at accountability, healing, and change. Together, we discuss the importance of prevention, the challenges and successes of intervention programs, and why creating space for men to take responsibility is essential for safer families and communities.Links from our Conversation: https://www.neighboursfriendsandfamilies.ca/nff_online_course/index.html Resources + Support: Domestic Abuse Services Oxford (Emergency shelter & 24/7 crisis line)Website: www.daso.caCrisis Line Toll-Free Number: 1-800-265-1938Ingamo Homes (Second stage housing & support)Website: www.ingamohomes.comChildren's Aid Society OxfordWebsite: https://www.casoxford.on.ca/Follow us on Instagram: @canwetalkaboutthat

    22 min
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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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