DCO Discourse...
Episode Archive
Episode Archive
333 episodes of DCO Discourse... since the first episode, which aired on January 9th, 2019.
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Episode 188: On World Suicide Prevention Day 2022
August 29th, 2022 | Season 2 | 10 mins 49 secs
world suicide prevention day 2022
World Suicide Prevention Day is on September 10th, this week we explore the history of the day, why it is important, and what we can all do to meet this year’s theme: creating hope through action.
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Episode 187: On Mental Health Validation
August 22nd, 2022 | Season 2 | 18 mins 27 secs
mental health validation
This week Caitlin Plant, Program Manager at Distress and Crisis Ontario, sits down with her good friend, Sabrina, to talk mental health, validation, and navigating suicidal ideation.
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Episode 186: On Suicide Prevention with a 7th Grader
August 15th, 2022 | Season 2 | 10 mins
suicide prevention with a 7th grader
This week Caitlin and her daughter, a 7th grader, have a short conversation about suicide prevention, share some resources related to suicide and suicide loss, and talk about a new project being shared by DCO for World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th.
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Episode 185: Archived Episode: On Suicidality and Suicidal Ideation
August 8th, 2022 | Season 2 | 22 mins
suicidality and suicidal ideation
If you are struggling with suicidal ideation, you are not alone. This week’s interview shares some tips on how to manage suicidal thoughts, suggestions for effective self-care, and a very personal story of one person’s battles with mental health and suicide.
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Episode 184: On Navigating Privilege
August 1st, 2022 | Season 2 | 14 mins 44 secs
privilege
Having privilege means that you possess an unearned advantage in society through some aspect of your identity, in comparison to folks who lack that attribute. While it can be uncomfortable to recognize that you have unearned advantages over others through no fault of theirs, working through your discomfort can allow you to utilize your privilege in a way that promotes more equitable outcomes for others in society.
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Episode 183: On Sextortion
July 25th, 2022 | Season 2 | 13 mins 30 secs
sextortion
Sextortion is a form of organized digital crime that has been on the rise throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Blackmailers pose as attractive individuals, convince victims to send sensitive images or videos, and then threaten to share the content with others in the victim’s life. This podcast contains more information on what sextortion is, how to potentially avoid it, and what to do if it’s happening to you or someone you know.
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Episode 182: On a 7th Grader's View of Gender Roles and Bodily Autonomy
July 18th, 2022 | Season 2 | 12 mins 6 secs
body autonomy, gender roles
This week, Caitlin sits down with her daughter, now a 7th grader, to gain her perspective once again on some current events. Together, they discuss gender roles, bodily autonomy, and the recent decision by the United States Supreme Court to overturn Roe v Wade making the criminalization of abortion a reality in some states. If you would like more information or potential tips for managing stress related to these events, please listen to last week’s episode.
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Episode 181: On the Overturning of Roe v. Wade.
July 11th, 2022 | Season 2 | 19 mins 34 secs
tips for managing stress related to roe v. wade.
This week, we are exploring the implications of the overturn of Roe v. Wade and potential impacts on the physical and mental health of women and others who can become pregnant. We also offer some ways to help and tips for managing stress related to Roe v. Wade.
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Episode 180: On the ONTX program
July 4th, 2022 | Season 2 | 13 mins 34 secs
ontx
The Ontario Online Text Crisis Service (or ONTX) operates from 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM EST, daily, and can be reached by visiting our website at www.dcontario.org or by texting SUPPORT to 258258.
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Episode 179: On Body Image, Self Esteem, and Mental Health
June 27th, 2022 | Season 2 | 11 mins 46 secs
body image, mental health, self esteem
On the podcast this week, we are share information on body image, self esteem, and mental health, especially important as we enter the hot summer months when pressures to have a “beach body” are present in so many forms.
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Episode 178: 2SLGBTQIA+ Resources Podcast
June 20th, 2022 | Season 2 | 11 mins 9 secs
2slgbtqia+
This episode provides further information on mental health challenges and concerns faced by many 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, as well as providing resources for anyone who needs support for themselves or someone else.
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Episode 177: On Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation – Part 2
June 13th, 2022 | Season 2 | 24 mins 47 secs
2slgbtqia+, on gender identity, part 2, sexual orientation
Last week, for Pride month, we shared part one of a panel interview we did with a university student group that promotes Sexual and Gender Diversity. This week, we share part two and hope that the panelists journeys teach you as much as they did us.
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Episode 176: On Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation – Part 1
June 6th, 2022 | Season 2 | 29 mins 48 secs
2slgbtqia+, gender identity, part 1, sexual orientation
June is Pride Month in Canada, and as such, we have decided to dedicate the next two episodes of DCO Discourse to sharing a panel interview we did with a university student group that promotes Sexual and Gender Diversity. The stories that this trio of young adults shared with our organization about discovering their individual identities and the journeys they’ve walked are very powerful and we hope that you are as moved by their journeys as we are.
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Episode 175: On Mental Health, with a 6th Grader
May 30th, 2022 | Season 2 | 12 mins 8 secs
6th grader, on mental health
This week Caitlin and her daughter, a 6th grader, sit down to talk about mental health, how they talk about it school, and how parents can have conversations with their kids about mental health.
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Episode 174: On The Challenges of Parenting
May 21st, 2022 | Season 2 | 11 mins 31 secs
challenges of parenting
This week, Caitlin explores the topic of parenting, specifically explaining why parenting can be so challenging in our modern, Western society. While hoping that this episode helps parents feel less alone, she also shares some potential resources for support.
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Episode 173: On Caregiver Needs
May 16th, 2022 | Season 2 | 12 mins
caregiver needs, ontario caregiver organization
This week’s episode includes more information about the current struggles caregivers in Ontario are facing, as well as providing more concrete examples of how we all can help. Much of this week’s information comes from the Ontario Caregiver Organization, which can be found at www.ontariocaregiver.org.