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Conversations and Connections is a podcast from the Family Crisis Center of East Texas. Each week we’ll discuss various topics focusing on sexual assault, domestic violence, prevention, healthy relationships, victim support, legal advocacy, and more. You can email us at ConversationsAndConnections@fccet.com with any questions or comments.
Episodes

Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
In this episode, Stuart talks with Justin Holland, a recovery coach with the Alcohol and Drug Addiction Council's Recovery Support Services Program. Justin describes how the RSS program works to help those who are recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.

Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Many Texas universities have their own police departments to help keep students, faculty, and visitors safe. In this episode, Stuart talks with Lt. Amanda Kennedy with UPD about the services they provide to protect students and to educate them on campus safety, including sexual assault awareness programs.

Monday Feb 26, 2024
Monday Feb 26, 2024
In this episode, Stuart talks with Drew Crecente, the founder of Jennifer Ann's Group... an organization who's mission is to raise awareness of teen dating violence through video games. Drew lost his daughter Jennifer Ann to dating violence, and he has taken up the cause for awareness.

Monday Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
A look at the pressures young male teens face today and how it effects their attitude and relationships towards their romantic partners as well as sex.

Monday Feb 05, 2024
Monday Feb 05, 2024
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. In this episode, Stuart talks with SANE nurse Kim Riddle about this issue, what it looks like, and what can parents and educators do to help.

Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Need some help coping with the stresses in life? Are you in need of help getting your home or office de-cluttered? Maybe you need a life coach! In this episode, Stuart talks with life coach Michelle Cox on how everyone, even kids can benefit!

Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Coming up on April 20th, the first Veterans Stand Down event will take place in Nacogdoches. This is an event to assist the veterans in the East Texas area with various resources. Stuart talks with organizers Josh Fleming and Melissa Russel about this important event.

Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Many East Texans have heard of Burke, but does everyone know exactly what services that agency provides? In this episode, Stuart talks with Kinnie Reina about the multitude of services Burke has to offer and their upcoming Mission Possible event!
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Monday Jan 08, 2024
Monday Jan 08, 2024
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. In this episode, Stuart talks with the agency's Mallory Dotson on what Human Trafficking is, and why it's important to recognize this all-important topic.

Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
In this episode, Stuart talks with agency intern Tess Rowland. Tess isn't one of the typical interns the agency usually has. Her major is in hospitality. We'll take a look at how that has ties in to the work the Family Crisis Center has done this fall.