Remember Why You're Here

Season 2 Recap: A Roundtable Chat with the RWYH Team

In this season finale of Remember Why You’re Here, your host Crystal Cardenas turns the spotlight to our producer, Emma Zornes, to kick off 2025. What were the standout moments, and how do they really feel about each other? This lighthearted and candid discussion reflects on the season and so much more. Tune in and enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at the podcast to close out this incredible season! To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/ [http://cirinc.org/podcast/].  For any accessibility needs or podcast requests (such as topics/speakers/etc.) email Emma Zornes at emma.zornes@cirinc.org  Music: Walk Together by Olexy Free download: https://pixabay.com/music/search/walk%20together/

A Professional’s Perspective on Munchausen by Proxy (ft. Bea Yorker)

In this episode, host Crystal Cardenas chats with Bea Yorker, a psychiatric nurse specializing in child and adolescent mental health, with a background in law. They discuss the challenges of diagnosing Munchausen by Proxy, an often complex and misunderstood disorder. Bea also shares information about her upcoming training on the topic, “Munchausen by Proxy and Medical Child Abuse: Updates for Interdisciplinary Practice,” which is set to take place on January 26th at the CAPSAC Pre-Conference in San Diego.  Learn more about the CAPSAC Pre-Conference and register here: https://www.capsac.org/events To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/ [http://cirinc.org/podcast/].  For any accessibility needs or podcast requests (such as topics/speakers/etc.) email Emma Zornes at emma.zornes@cirinc.org

Motherly Love Outside of the Binary (ft. Natalie Perkins)

In this episode, join CIR’s Executive Director, Natalie Perkins, as she shares the challenges of running a nonprofit and her journey as a mother of a transgender daughter. Our host, Crystal Cardenas, opens up conversations about parenting struggles, the importance of open communication, and the value of learning and growing from mistakes. Please listen to this extra personal and touching episode. Are you inspired by this episode? Donate Directly to the ALLY For Parents Project for this Giving Tuesday! With your donation, we will be able to create educational content to guide parents and guardians with supporting their LGBTQ+ children. Donate at cirinc.org/donate [http://cirinc.org/donate]. To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/ [http://cirinc.org/podcast/].  For any accessibility needs or podcast requests (such as topics/speakers/etc.) email Emma Zornes at emma.zornes@cirinc.org

Breaking the Cycle: Transforming Pain into Purpose (ft. Cari Teran)

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Crystal is joined by Cari Teran, Founder and CEO of Healing to You [https://healingtoyou.org/] and Vice-Chair of the California Child Abduction Task Force [https://cirinc.org/abduction/catf.html]. Cari has extensive experience working with children affected by complex trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and abduction. In this episode, Cari shares her journey and the inspiration for starting California’s only nonprofit providing mobile medical and mental health services for survivors of abuse and assault. She opens up about her own experience navigating the weight of generational trauma and healing from an abusive relationship. Together, they discuss common misconceptions about domestic violence, how to identify unhealthy versus abusive relationships, and the barriers to leaving an abusive relationship.  Disclaimer: The following podcast episode discusses topics related to domestic violence. Please be advised that the content may be sensitive or triggering for some listeners. Your well-being is important, and support is available. Please take care and prioritize your safety and mental health while engaging with this content. To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at ⁠cirinc.org/podcast/⁠ [http://cirinc.org/podcast/].  For any accessibility needs or podcast requests (such as topics/speakers/etc.) email Emma Zornes at emma.zornes@cirinc.org  Music: Walk Together by Olexy

The Intersection of Language, Identity, and Collective Healing (ft. Laura LeCave)

In this episode, Laura Lecave, an inspiring social activist and advocate for equity and diversity, and the Bilingual & Bicultural Programs Manager at Positive Images, shares her insights on suicide prevention and the importance of collective healing. With her extensive background in early childhood education and a deep passion for community empowerment, Laura sheds light on creating inclusive environments and amplifying marginalized voices.  Are you inspired by this topic? CIR hopes to create a free online course dedicated to helping parents of LGBTQ+ youth understand and navigate the changes in their child's life with acceptance and liberation! To read more about the ALLY For Parents Project and donate today, please visit our website: https://cirinc.org/donate/donateally.html [https://cirinc.org/donate/donateally.html] To learn more about Positive Images, visit: https://www.posimages.org/ [https://www.posimages.org/] To access this episode’s transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/ [http://cirinc.org/podcast/] For any accessibility needs or podcast requests (such as topics/speakers/etc.) email Emma Zornes at emma.zornes@cirinc.org