TIC Talks- Tucson Indian Center Podcast

Ep. 8- SAAM

In this episode of TIC Talks, we sit down with Tanya, our DV Prevention & Education Specialist, to talk about what sexual assault awareness means, supporting survivors, breaking harmful myths, and how our community can help with prevention and healing. This conversation focuses on education, resources, and creating safe spaces for everyone. Resources available in the Tucson, Arizona area are below... National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 Emerge at 1-888-428-0101 Southern AZ Against Sexual Assault at 520-327-7273 Tucson Indian Center at 520-884-7131

Ep. 7- The Blind Bandit

This December on TIC Talks, we sit down with Angel Garcia Nunez, also known as The Blind Bandit. Angel shares his journey of healing, resilience, and how his connection with horses led him to become the first blind bronco rider. A powerful reminder that hope and purpose can be found even in unexpected places — especially during the holiday season.

Ep.6- TIC Members Story

This podcast brings in Sue a TIC Wellness Department member who has gone through a journey of addiction and is now in her sobriety journey and she tells her story with hope and courage to help others who may be in the same direction.

Ep. 5- Domestic Violence (DV) Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, support survivors, and focus on prevention. In this episode of TIC Talks, host Alyssa Dreiling sits down with Tanya Rios, Domestic Violence Education and Prevention Specialist with the TIC Wellness Department. Together, they discuss the many forms domestic violence can take, warning signs to look out for, how the community can support survivors, and resources available through TIC and beyond. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, know that you are not alone. Help is available. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 TIC Wellness Department: 520-884-7131

EP. 4- September is National Suicide Awareness Month

Our Suicide Prevention, Intervention, Postvention (SPIP) team and SAMHSA team share information on warning signs on suicide, coping skills, crisis hotlines, and personal stories to show that resiliency is powerful.