Men Can Stop Rape
August 23, 2008
Hosted by Susan Bartelstone
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Episode Description
When Golda Meir was the Prime Minister of Israel, back in the early '70s, an outbreak of nighttime assaults against women occurred. A curfew on all women was suggested but Golda refused. Since it’s the men who are attacking the women, she stated, let the MEN stay home at night. That's right, Baby! Put the responsibility where it belongs and then address the source of the problem. Today, Susan Bartelstone interviews Stephen Glaude, the Executive Director of a remarkable national organization called Men Can Stop Rape which is doing just that by mobilizing young boys (ages 10 and up) to prevent violence against women. Their programs challenge the harmful aspects of traditional masculinity, teach boys to value alternative visions of male strength, and show them how to foster healthy relationships and alliances with women. And, they're changing the attitude of millions of young boys. If you've ever wondered what can be done to stop rape, you don't want to miss this important show.
Crime Prevention 101
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Welcome to Crime Prevention 101, the Personal Safety radio show with an optimistic perspective on a sober subject. Get set for personal safety stories that demand to be heard whether heartbreaking, infuriating or just plain weird; learn about hot crime topics and people who are making the headlines; and find out about the trends and legal developments that are going to impact your life, either positively or negatively, in the future. Most importantly, be empowered and inspired by success stories about people who've fought off an attacker or deterred a crime. You’ll also get a chance to address your own personal safety concerns, either by phone or e-mail. So, tune in to “Crime Prevention 101.” It'd be a crime not to listen!
Susan Bartelstone
Talking the talk because she's walked the walk! Years ago, Susan Bartelstone had a bad break-up with a guy, complete with physical and emotional bruises, and determined to learn how to protect herself. Today, she's a certified Crime Prevention Specialist and personal safety expert, with 17 years combined training in WWII Combatives, self defense and martial arts. Along the way, she deterred five extremely dangerous criminal encounters, fought her way out of a surprise attack and, for more than 18 years, from such organizations as American Express, the U.S. Post Office and the Livery Cab Owners Coalition of New York.. Author of Think Fast and Prevent a Violent Crime: How to Respond to Danger in 20 Seconds (or Less!), which is based on her own experiences, she’s been featured in a long and varied list of media, including the “Today Show,” “America’s Most Wanted” and Self Magazine.
Over the years, she’s helped thousands of people solve their personal safety dilemmas with her personal safety programs and her practical advice—which stresses the many opportunities you have to avoid or defuse a criminal encounter and how to use your brains instead of your muscles in a fight.
