Content warning: sexual exploitation and sexual abuse

In this episode, we sit down with Carissa and discuss the critical work of the RCMP in child exploitation cases, focusing on the importance of child forensic interviews, the mental health impact on officers, and the necessity of open communication between parents and children. We explore the challenges faced by law enforcement in navigating the justice system, the role of education in preventing child exploitation, and the balance between caution and kindness in parenting. The discussion highlights the importance of community support and resources, as well as the need for parents to be informed and proactive in protecting their children.

In this conversation, Carissa shares her personal journey with Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD), discussing her diagnosis, daily life, and the impact on her relationships and motherhood. The discussion highlights the differences between OCPD and OCD, the challenges of rigidity in routines, and the importance of seeking help. Carissa emphasizes the need for understanding and support from loved ones, as well as the potential for growth and change through therapy.

In this episode, Hannah and Stephanie continue the conversation with Robert about how being a man influenced his role as an EA, how he coped with anxiety and depression, and what masculinity means to him.