The Warm Line

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The Warm Line is a trauma-informed podcast about sexual harassment, gender-based violence, economic abuse, workplace safety, healing, and survivorship. Hosted by advocates and survivors Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright, the series combines personal stories, practical guidance, expert perspectives, and supportive resources for people directly and indirectly affected by abuse and harassment. Created in partnership with Futures Without Violence, each episode addresses questions that survivors, employees, advocates, supervisors, HR professionals, union representatives, family members, and friends

Episodes

  1. Jun 15

    Building Resilience After Trauma: Community, Support, and Long-Term Healing

    How can survivors manage difficult memories, intrusive thoughts, or emotional triggers? What roles can community, peer support, counseling, and survivor groups play in long-term healing? In part two of Becoming a Survivor, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright continue the conversation about recovery after abuse, harassment, or violence. This episode focuses on developing mental resilience without denying or minimizing what happened. The hosts explore grounding and mindfulness practices, balanced or neutral thinking, and ways to respond to difficult thoughts with greater patience and self-compassion. They also discuss the value of expanding one’s support network through survivor communities, group spaces, trusted relationships, and qualified mental-health professionals. Healing is not always linear. This episode encourages survivors to recognize their progress, seek support that respects their needs, and approach recovery without rigid expectations. In this episode: Responding to intrusive thoughts and emotional triggers Mindfulness, grounding, and balanced thinking Why healing may involve progress and setbacks The benefits of survivor and community support groups Building a wider network of trusted support The role of ongoing counseling and professional guidance This episode provides general educational information and is not a substitute for individualized mental-health treatment. Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence, trauma, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

  2. Jun 15

    Healing After Abuse: Self-Care, Boundaries, and Becoming a Survivor

    What can healing after abuse or harassment look like? How can someone begin rebuilding a sense of safety, setting boundaries, and reconnecting with the people and activities that support them? In part one of Becoming a Survivor, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright discuss the deeply personal journey from experiencing harm toward healing and resilience. They explore self-awareness, self-care, emotional boundaries, and the gradual process of reengaging with activities that bring comfort, meaning, or empowerment. The episode also examines the importance of support systems. Listeners will hear about seeking trauma-informed counseling, communicating needs to trusted friends or family members, and creating spaces where healing can happen without pressure or judgment. There is no single timeline or formula for recovery; this conversation honors the many ways survivorship can take shape. In this episode: Understanding healing as an individual process Recognizing personal needs, boundaries, and triggers Reconnecting with positive or empowering activities Communicating with trusted friends and family Considering therapy or professional support Letting go of pressure to heal on someone else’s timeline This episode offers general educational and supportive information and is not a substitute for individualized mental-health care. Content advisory: This episode discusses domestic violence, sexual violence, discrimination, trauma, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and review the show notes for supportive resources.

  3. Jun 15

    What Is Economic Abuse? Recognizing Financial Control and Reclaiming Independence

    What is economic abuse, and how can someone recognize it? Can controlling access to money, employment, credit, transportation, or financial information be a form of abuse? In this episode of The Warm Line, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright explore economic abuse within intimate relationships, workplaces, and broader systems of inequality. They discuss how financial control can limit a person’s freedom, make it harder to leave an unsafe situation, and create long-term consequences involving employment, housing, credit, debt, and financial security. The conversation places economic abuse within the larger history of gender, racial, and economic inequality. Listeners will learn about subtle and overt signs of financial control, the importance of economic independence, and possible steps toward rebuilding financial autonomy with support from trusted advocates and professionals. In this episode: A clear definition of economic and financial abuse Common signs of financial control or exploitation How abuse may affect employment, credit, debt, and housing The relationship between financial security and personal safety Gender, race, and disparities in access to economic power Resources and strategies that may support financial autonomy This episode provides general educational information. Financial and legal circumstances vary, and listeners may benefit from consulting qualified professionals or advocates. Content advisory: This episode discusses domestic violence, economic abuse, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

  4. Jun 15

    Workplace Harassment and Unions: Building Safer, More Supportive Workplaces

    What role should employers, HR departments, supervisors, and unions play when workplace harassment or abuse occurs? How can employees find allies and advocate for safer working conditions? Joined by a special guest, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright examine how workplaces and unions can prevent and respond to sexual harassment, domestic violence, discrimination, and other forms of misconduct. The conversation explores the responsibilities of employers, the potential role of union representatives, and the challenges workers may face in male-dominated industries or environments shaped by unequal power. The episode also considers how organizations can move beyond reactive policies and build cultures grounded in respect, accountability, safety, and meaningful support. It offers valuable insights for workers, union members, HR professionals, managers, advocates, and organizational leaders. In this episode: How to identify potential allies at work The role of HR professionals, supervisors, and union representatives Harassment in male-dominated industries and unions How power imbalances can contribute to workplace misconduct Supporting employees affected by domestic violence Proactive strategies for safer and more equitable workplaces Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence, domestic violence, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

  5. Jun 15

    The Ripple Effect of Abuse: Supporting Survivors, Families, and Communities

    How does abuse affect people beyond the individual survivor? What can friends, family members, coworkers, advocates, and communities do to provide meaningful support? In the final episode of The Warm Line, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright are joined by a special guest to explore the ripple effect of sexual violence, domestic violence, harassment, and abuse. The conversation examines how trauma can affect relationships, families, workplaces, and entire communities—and how those same communities can become part of the healing process. The episode discusses empathy, secondary impacts, barriers to collective healing, and the importance of listening without judgment or pressure. It also considers how shared stories can reduce isolation, deepen understanding, strengthen prevention efforts, and inspire lasting cultural change. This conclusion to the series reminds listeners that while the effects of abuse can spread outward, so can support, accountability, resilience, and healing. In this episode: How abuse can affect families, friends, and relationships The indirect and community-wide effects of trauma How to support a loved one without taking away their agency The role of empathy in individual and collective healing Barriers that prevent communities from responding effectively How communities can support prevention and lasting change Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence, domestic violence, discrimination, trauma, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

  6. Jun 15

    I’m Experiencing Sexual Harassment - What Should I Do Next?

    What should you do if you are experiencing sexual harassment at work? Should you document the behavior, confront the person, report it internally, or seek help outside the organization? This episode of The Warm Line offers a practical, trauma-informed overview of the options someone may consider after experiencing sexual harassment. Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright discuss how to document incidents, preserve relevant communications, identify trusted support, and think carefully about whether direct confrontation feels appropriate or safe. The episode also explains how internal reporting may work, whom an employee might contact, and why confidentiality and retaliation concerns matter. Listeners will hear about options for seeking outside support from advocates, worker organizations, legal professionals, or other trusted resources. The goal is not to prescribe one response, but to help listeners understand that they have choices and deserve safety, dignity, and support. In this episode: How to document possible workplace harassment What details may be helpful to record Factors to consider before confronting a harasser How internal workplace reporting may work Finding support inside and outside the workplace Understanding that there is no single “correct” response This episode provides general educational information and is not a substitute for individualized legal advice. Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

  7. Jun 15

    The Hidden Impact of Sexual Harassment: Why People Don’t Report and What to Know

    Why do so many people choose not to report sexual harassment? How can harassment affect someone emotionally, psychologically, and professionally—even when others cannot see it? In this episode of The Warm Line, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright examine the silent and often overlooked effects of sexual harassment. They discuss the prevalence of harassment, why incidents frequently go unreported, and how fears of retaliation, disbelief, career consequences, social pressure, or financial instability can prevent people from speaking out. The conversation also answers common questions about recognizing harassment, deciding whom to talk to, and understanding third-party harassment involving clients, customers, contractors, or other nonemployees. This episode offers context for people experiencing harassment and guidance for coworkers, supervisors, advocates, and loved ones who want to respond with greater care. In this episode: The emotional and professional impact of sexual harassment Why people may delay reporting or decide not to report Fear of retaliation and damage to one’s career Frequently asked questions about identifying harassment Harassment involving customers, clients, and other third parties How to create a more supportive environment for disclosure Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

  8. Jun 12

    What to Know Part 1: The Language

    What is sexual harassment, and how is it different from sexual assault? What do terms such as consent, quid pro quo, and hostile work environment actually mean? In the first episode of The Warm Line, Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright break down the essential language surrounding sexual harassment and sexual misconduct. Through clear definitions and relatable examples, they examine verbal, nonverbal, and physical behaviors that may cross personal or workplace boundaries. The episode also explores the difference between quid pro quo harassment and a hostile work environment, along with catcalling, unwanted advances, inappropriate jokes, gestures, and comments. Whether you are questioning something you experienced, supporting another person, or trying to create a safer workplace, this conversation can help you recognize behavior that should not be ignored or minimized. In this episode: Definitions of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and consent Quid pro quo harassment versus a hostile work environment Verbal and nonverbal signs of harassment Catcalling, unwanted advances, and inappropriate comments Why understanding the language can help people identify and address misconduct Content advisory: This episode discusses sexual violence, discrimination, and workplace harassment. Please listen at your own pace and prioritize your well-being.

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About

The Warm Line is a trauma-informed podcast about sexual harassment, gender-based violence, economic abuse, workplace safety, healing, and survivorship. Hosted by advocates and survivors Kiesha Preston and Suzette Wright, the series combines personal stories, practical guidance, expert perspectives, and supportive resources for people directly and indirectly affected by abuse and harassment. Created in partnership with Futures Without Violence, each episode addresses questions that survivors, employees, advocates, supervisors, HR professionals, union representatives, family members, and friends

Information

  • Creator
    Futures Without Violence
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Futures Without Violence
  • Show Website
    The Warm Line