Ask Ava
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.
Music is "Fresh Cut" produced by Beats By Dillin.
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Latest Episodes
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 last part of our series looking at non...
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 verbal abuse in this third instal...
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 installment of a 4-part Ask Ava series ex...
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 Fernandez talks about the warnin...
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 right to make your own choices, se...