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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>The Victim Assistant</title><link>http://pandatheadvocate.blogspot.com</link><description><![CDATA[The Victim Assistant: Crime Victim Advocacy is a podcast dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources, information and support to victims of crime. I will discuss different crimes and the impact of victimization on individuals and society. NEW episodes will be exclusive to Patreon starting 4/5/24 Join my Patreon community.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/3275226/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>True Crime</category><copyright>Copyright The Victim Assistant</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg</url><title>The Victim Assistant</title><link>http://pandatheadvocate.blogspot.com</link></image><lastBuildDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:39:10 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>The Victim Assistant</itunes:name><itunes:email>thevictimassistant@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>The Victim Assistant: Crime Victim Advocacy is a podcast dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources, information and support to victims of crime. I will discuss different crimes and the impact of victimization on individuals and society....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Victim Assistant: Crime Victim Advocacy is a podcast dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources, information and support to victims of crime. I will discuss different crimes and the impact of victimization on individuals and society. NEW episodes will be exclusive to Patreon starting 4/5/24 Join my Patreon community.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="True Crime"/><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Surviving Trauma w/  Andrea Mack Certified Life Coach &amp; Transformational Speaker</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/surviving-trauma-w-andrea-mack-certified-life-coach-transformational-speaker--50780391</link><description><![CDATA[S4:Ep2. What is trauma? How to heal? In this episode, I have a heartfelt conversation with Andrea Mack, certified life coach and transformational speaker. We discuss her story of child sexual abuse, healing journey and how she helps others overcome adversity.<br />Info in podcast: <a href="https://www.wellandgood.com/how-heal-from-trauma/" rel="noopener">https://www.wellandgood.com/how-heal-from-trauma/</a><br />Guest Andrea Mack- Andrea-Mack.com<br />National Suicide Prevention Hotline-988<br />Crisis Hotlines-<a href="https://www.apa.org/topics/crisis-hotlines" rel="noopener">https://www.apa.org/topics/crisis-hotlines</a><br />TherapyRoute.com- international crisis hotlines<br />Support for adult survivors-<a href="https://www.childwelfare.gov" rel="noopener">https://www.childwelfare.gov</a><br />To work with me 1:1 coaching, read my blog, or visit my socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/thevictimassistant" rel="noopener">https://linktr.ee/thevictimassistant</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50780391</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 15:59:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/50780391/trauma.mp3" length="91609337" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>S4:Ep2. What is trauma? How to heal? In this episode, I have a heartfelt conversation with Andrea Mack, certified life coach and transformational speaker. We discuss her story of child sexual abuse, healing journey and how she helps others overcome...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[S4:Ep2. What is trauma? How to heal? In this episode, I have a heartfelt conversation with Andrea Mack, certified life coach and transformational speaker. We discuss her story of child sexual abuse, healing journey and how she helps others overcome adversity.<br />Info in podcast: <a href="https://www.wellandgood.com/how-heal-from-trauma/" rel="noopener">https://www.wellandgood.com/how-heal-from-trauma/</a><br />Guest Andrea Mack- Andrea-Mack.com<br />National Suicide Prevention Hotline-988<br />Crisis Hotlines-<a href="https://www.apa.org/topics/crisis-hotlines" rel="noopener">https://www.apa.org/topics/crisis-hotlines</a><br />TherapyRoute.com- international crisis hotlines<br />Support for adult survivors-<a href="https://www.childwelfare.gov" rel="noopener">https://www.childwelfare.gov</a><br />To work with me 1:1 coaching, read my blog, or visit my socials: <a href="https://linktr.ee/thevictimassistant" rel="noopener">https://linktr.ee/thevictimassistant</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2291</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advocacy,childabuse,healing,healingtrauma,mentalhealth,podcast,sexualabuse,survivors,truecrime</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:season>4</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Gun Violence in America, Sensible Solutions</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gun-violence-in-america-sensible-solutions--46233532</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode, I will discuss multiple solutions to help combat gun violence in America. Get ready for a  strong discussion on creating a culture of safety.  I will highlight sensible solutions, combating myths about guns and self-defense, and prevention strategies that work. Americans will see gun violence prevention through a public health perspective. Let's listen and learn.  No more senseless suffering. Resources and Information used in this podcast: <br />Everytown.org, preventioninstitute.org, Giffords  Law Center <a href="https://giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws/" rel="noopener">https://giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws/</a>, Gunviolencearchive.org, The Gun Shop Project  <a href="https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/means-matter/gun-shop-project/" rel="noopener">https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/means-matter/gun-shop-project/</a><br />Articles: <br />Quinnipiac Poll  <a href="https://poll.qu.edu/Poll-Release-Legacy?releaseid=3639" rel="noopener">https://poll.qu.edu/Poll-Release-Legacy?releaseid=3639</a>,  <a href="https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/guns-crime/reports/2017/10/05/440373/myth-vs-fact-debunking-gun-lobbys-favorite-talking-points/" rel="noopener">https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/guns-crime/reports/2017/10/05/440373/myth-vs-fact-debunking-gun-lobbys-favorite-talking-points/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46233532</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:15:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/46233532/guns.mp3" length="84403777" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this episode, I will discuss multiple solutions to help combat gun violence in America. Get ready for a  strong discussion on creating a culture of safety.  I will highlight sensible solutions, combating myths about guns and self-defense, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, I will discuss multiple solutions to help combat gun violence in America. Get ready for a  strong discussion on creating a culture of safety.  I will highlight sensible solutions, combating myths about guns and self-defense, and prevention strategies that work. Americans will see gun violence prevention through a public health perspective. Let's listen and learn.  No more senseless suffering. Resources and Information used in this podcast: <br />Everytown.org, preventioninstitute.org, Giffords  Law Center <a href="https://giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws/" rel="noopener">https://giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws/</a>, Gunviolencearchive.org, The Gun Shop Project  <a href="https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/means-matter/gun-shop-project/" rel="noopener">https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/means-matter/gun-shop-project/</a><br />Articles: <br />Quinnipiac Poll  <a href="https://poll.qu.edu/Poll-Release-Legacy?releaseid=3639" rel="noopener">https://poll.qu.edu/Poll-Release-Legacy?releaseid=3639</a>,  <a href="https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/guns-crime/reports/2017/10/05/440373/myth-vs-fact-debunking-gun-lobbys-favorite-talking-points/" rel="noopener">https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/guns-crime/reports/2017/10/05/440373/myth-vs-fact-debunking-gun-lobbys-favorite-talking-points/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2111</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advocacy,crime,endgunviolence,podcast,survivors,truecrime</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>National Crime Victim Law Institute- Interview w/ Meg Garvin Executive Director</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/national-crime-victim-law-institute-interview-w-meg-garvin-executive-director--45232232</link><description><![CDATA[Crime victims have rights! In this episode, I am excited to share a valuable resource in the arena of victims' rights: National Crime Victim Law Institute. This non-profit fights for victims' rights through legal advocacy, training and public policy. I interview, Executive Director, Meg Garvin and we discuss the organization and how they can help crime victims with resources and support in the court system. <a href="https://law.lclark.edu/centers/national_crime_victim_law_institute/" rel="noopener">https://law.lclark.edu/centers/national_crime_victim_law_institute/</a> <br />Visit their social media: <br />Twitter @NCVLI<br />YouTube  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/NCVLI" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/user/NCVLI</a><br />Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ncvli/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/ncvli/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45232232</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:26:14 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/45232232/ncvli.mp3" length="15759662" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Crime victims have rights! In this episode, I am excited to share a valuable resource in the arena of victims' rights: National Crime Victim Law Institute. This non-profit fights for victims' rights through legal advocacy, training and public policy....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Crime victims have rights! In this episode, I am excited to share a valuable resource in the arena of victims' rights: National Crime Victim Law Institute. This non-profit fights for victims' rights through legal advocacy, training and public policy. I interview, Executive Director, Meg Garvin and we discuss the organization and how they can help crime victims with resources and support in the court system. <a href="https://law.lclark.edu/centers/national_crime_victim_law_institute/" rel="noopener">https://law.lclark.edu/centers/national_crime_victim_law_institute/</a> <br />Visit their social media: <br />Twitter @NCVLI<br />YouTube  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/NCVLI" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/user/NCVLI</a><br />Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ncvli/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/ncvli/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>985</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advocacy,crime,crimevictimsrights,podcast,survivors,truecrime</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Caitlynne’s Law</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/caitlynne-s-law--44762848</link><description><![CDATA[In this special episode, I speak to Melanie Infinger, a mother, who is fighting for bail reform in Texas after her daughter’s murderer is set free on a PR bond at no cost. Melanie shares her daughter’s domestic violence relationship, the events leading to her death and her passionate fight to enact Caitlynne’s Law. Listener discretion advised. To learn more about Caitlynne’s story and how to support Caitlynne’s Law visit <a href="http://caitlynneslaw.org" rel="noopener">http://caitlynneslaw.org</a>. Additional resources: <a href="https://www.texastribune.org/2021/02/11/texas-bail-reform/" rel="noopener">https://www.texastribune.org/2021/02/11/texas-bail-reform/</a> , womenslaw.org,  National DV Hotline hotline.org 1800799SAFE, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/caitlynneslaw/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/caitlynneslaw/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44762848</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2021 14:56:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/44762848/interview_2.mp3" length="40576312" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this special episode, I speak to Melanie Infinger, a mother, who is fighting for bail reform in Texas after her daughter’s murderer is set free on a PR bond at no cost. Melanie shares her daughter’s domestic violence relationship, the events...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this special episode, I speak to Melanie Infinger, a mother, who is fighting for bail reform in Texas after her daughter’s murderer is set free on a PR bond at no cost. Melanie shares her daughter’s domestic violence relationship, the events leading to her death and her passionate fight to enact Caitlynne’s Law. Listener discretion advised. To learn more about Caitlynne’s story and how to support Caitlynne’s Law visit <a href="http://caitlynneslaw.org" rel="noopener">http://caitlynneslaw.org</a>. Additional resources: <a href="https://www.texastribune.org/2021/02/11/texas-bail-reform/" rel="noopener">https://www.texastribune.org/2021/02/11/texas-bail-reform/</a> , womenslaw.org,  National DV Hotline hotline.org 1800799SAFE, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/caitlynneslaw/" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/caitlynneslaw/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2536</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advocacy,crime,crimevictims,survivors,texas,truecrime</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Cults: Exposing Spiritual Abuse</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cults-exposing-spiritual-abuse--42371369</link><description><![CDATA[On this episode, we will explore the dangers and dynamics of cults and their leaders. Who joins a cult and why? Cult or Religion? Many times these cult leaders commit crimes that leads to victimization. We'll take a look at cult leader James Arthur Ray, featured on Oprah and The Secret, and "The Fatal Retreat" where three people died and many injured as a result of a spiritual exercise gone wrong. I hope that this episode can raise awareness. My sincere condolences to the families of the three people that died in this incident. Peace and Love to you. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2013/12/4/5038930/the-death-dealer-james-arthur-sweat-lodge-deaths-in-sedona" rel="noopener">https://www.theverge.com/2013/12/4/5038930/the-death-dealer-james-arthur-sweat-lodge-deaths-in-sedona</a> ;Mental Health Resource: <a href="https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/mental-health-resources" rel="noopener">https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/mental-health-resources</a>; Crime Victim Resource: The VictimConnect Resource Center <a href="https://victimconnect.org/about-us/about-our-services/" rel="noopener">https://victimconnect.org/about-us/about-our-services/</a> 855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) *This episode contains adult language.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42371369</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 16:02:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/42371369/cults.mp3" length="82575207" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>On this episode, we will explore the dangers and dynamics of cults and their leaders. Who joins a cult and why? Cult or Religion? Many times these cult leaders commit crimes that leads to victimization. We'll take a look at cult leader James Arthur...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode, we will explore the dangers and dynamics of cults and their leaders. Who joins a cult and why? Cult or Religion? Many times these cult leaders commit crimes that leads to victimization. We'll take a look at cult leader James Arthur Ray, featured on Oprah and The Secret, and "The Fatal Retreat" where three people died and many injured as a result of a spiritual exercise gone wrong. I hope that this episode can raise awareness. My sincere condolences to the families of the three people that died in this incident. Peace and Love to you. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2013/12/4/5038930/the-death-dealer-james-arthur-sweat-lodge-deaths-in-sedona" rel="noopener">https://www.theverge.com/2013/12/4/5038930/the-death-dealer-james-arthur-sweat-lodge-deaths-in-sedona</a> ;Mental Health Resource: <a href="https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/mental-health-resources" rel="noopener">https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/mental-health-resources</a>; Crime Victim Resource: The VictimConnect Resource Center <a href="https://victimconnect.org/about-us/about-our-services/" rel="noopener">https://victimconnect.org/about-us/about-our-services/</a> 855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846) *This episode contains adult language.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2065</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>abuse,advocacy,crime,podcast,spiritual,survivor,truecrime,victims</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Survivors of Homicide Victims: Exploring Grief and Support</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/survivors-of-homicide-victims-exploring-grief-and-support--39462757</link><description><![CDATA[Families of murder victims need long term advocacy and support. Through this episode, you will receive information and guidance on the benefits of grief support services and resources.  For more information and a comprehensive list of support services visit <a href="https://www.verywellhealth.com/grief-loss-bereavement-support-groups-1132533" rel="noopener">https://www.verywellhealth.com/grief-loss-bereavement-support-groups-1132533</a> https://ovc.ojp.gov/topics/homicide-victims-co-survivors<br />Goodtherapy.org]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39462757</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2020 15:49:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/39462757/homicide.mp3" length="20306128" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>The Victim Assistant</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Families of murder victims need long term advocacy and support. Through this episode, you will receive information and guidance on the benefits of grief support services and resources.  For more information and a comprehensive list of support services...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Families of murder victims need long term advocacy and support. Through this episode, you will receive information and guidance on the benefits of grief support services and resources.  For more information and a comprehensive list of support services visit <a href="https://www.verywellhealth.com/grief-loss-bereavement-support-groups-1132533" rel="noopener">https://www.verywellhealth.com/grief-loss-bereavement-support-groups-1132533</a> https://ovc.ojp.gov/topics/homicide-victims-co-survivors<br />Goodtherapy.org]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1270</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>advocacy,crime,homicide,mentalhealth,survivors</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>clean</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8df913434c877ce624dd8248f584d891.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
