Martha Trujillo joins Dr. Sandie Morgan to ask what changes when communities stop seeing vulnerable youth as problems to be managed and start seeing them as young people in need of support. Martha Trujillo Martha Trujillo is the founder of Full Circle Orange County, an organization dedicated to supporting risk-impacted and at-risk students through […]
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Zoe Bellatorre joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they reveal why the most common form of child trafficking never makes the missing persons list — and why the quiet, compliant child sitting in the back of the classroom may be the one hiding the most. Zoe Bellatorre Zoe Bellatorre is a survivor advocate, trainer, and speaker
368: What If the Trafficker Lives Inside the Home? Read More »
Ray Bercini and Sara Elander join Dr. Sandie Morgan to explore what’s really at stake when a city like Los Angeles hosts the World Cup — and why the biggest trafficking risk might not be what you think. Ray Bercini and Sara Elander Ray Bercini serves as Task Force Coordinator and Law Enforcement Liaison
367: Stop Reacting to Events and Start Preparing Read More »
Dr. Nanyamka Redmond joins guest host Ruthi Hanchett as they explore how everyday adults — parents, teachers, coaches, and neighbors — can become a powerful protective factor in young people’s lives by building the kinds of relationships that help youth thrive and navigate risk. Dr. Nanyamka Redmond Dr. Nanyamka Redmond is a Research Scientist at
366: Why Information Alone Will Never Protect Young People Read More »
Brenton Fessler joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they explore why teenagers aren’t hiding their digital lives because they’re rebellious—they’re hiding because they don’t feel safe talking, and what trusted adults do next can change everything. Brenton Fessler Brenton Fessler is the Lead Pastor of Refuge OC Church in Orange County, California, where he provides vision
362 – Before Teens Hide Online, Youth Pastors Must Build Trust Read More »
Chris Simonsen joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they explore how communities can close the gap that makes young people vulnerable to trafficking—not with rescue mentalities, but with trauma-informed care, consistent relationships, and spaces where young people feel safe enough to stay. Chris Simonsen Chris Simonsen is the Chief Executive Officer of Orangewood Foundation, one of
361 – Prevention Starts with Relationships, Not Programs Read More »
Priscilla Ward joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they explore how true healing happens not through fixing or rescuing, but by learning to sit in discomfort, lead with curiosity, and create consistent communities where survivors can feel safe enough to begin their journey at their own pace. Priscilla Ward Priscilla Ward, LCSW, is the Founder
360 – Healing Through Community Read More »
Diana Mao joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they explore how economic empowerment serves as a frontline defense against human trafficking, revealing why desperation—not just deception—drives vulnerable families into exploitation. Diana Mao Diana Mao is a dynamic leader at the forefront of the fight against human trafficking and workforce development. As the President and Co-Founder
359 – Economic Empowerment: The Frontline Against Human Trafficking Read More »
Clayton Cranford joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they discuss how children need trusted adults who explicitly tell them that if something goes wrong online, it’s going to be okay—because what predators exploit most is a child’s fear of reaching out for help. Clayton Cranford Clayton Cranford is a former Orange County Sheriff’s Department Sergeant,
357 – Navigating New Threats: Parental Roles in Cyber Safety Read More »
Erin West joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as they uncover why that random text asking “Can you come for ribs?” might be the opening move in a $5 billion crime operation targeting vulnerable people through sophisticated romance and investment scams known as pig butchering. Erin West Erin West is a globally recognized expert in transnational organized
354 – Love Bombs and Long Cons: Understanding Pig Butchering Scams Read More »
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