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Hosted by Christina Phillips, a former dancer, active mother, and passionate advocate, this show brings honest conversations to the questions most women are afraid to ask. From harassment to chronic stress, panic attacks, and being a working parent…no topic is off limits.
Each episode features Christina alongside a rotating team of attorneys and therapists who provide expert insight, legal clarity, and practical solutions. These conversations are sparked by real questions that women are asking online.
Can Federal Employees Sue for Harassment?
Federal employees have workplace rights, but the process works very differently than it does in the private sector. In this episode of Not in the Newsletter, Christina Phillips is joined by federal employment attorney Jon Bell and psychotherapist Deirdre Arato to break down the deadlines, procedures, and risks federal employees need to understand before filing a complaint.
Jon explains why these cases often require specialized legal experience, from EEO contact and MSPB claims to mixed case complaints, union grievances, security clearance issues, retaliation, and agency investigations. One of the biggest traps is the 45-day EEO contact rule, which may require federal employees to contact an EEO counselor within their own agency within 45 days of the discriminatory act.
Christina, Jon, and Deirdre also discuss what happens when the agency involved in the complaint is part of the investigation process, why HR may not be enough, how retaliation can show up through reassignment or career damage, and why documentation matters from the beginning. They also unpack the emotional toll these cases can take when someone is afraid to speak up, worried about losing their career, or still working inside the same agency they are filing against.
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How Entertainment Culture Can Hide Sexual Harassment
In this episode, you will learn: What sexual harassment can look like in entertainment, dance, theater, and performance spaces Why “don’t cause problems” culture keeps performers silent How gag orders, contracts, and blacklisting fears can be used to pressure victims…
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Can Your Job Punish You for Medical Time Off?
In this episode, you will learn: What to know when your boss denies medical time off How reasonable accommodation works for health-related needs Why mental health appointments can still matter legally and emotionally How FMLA can protect your job while…
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A Whistleblower’s Choice Between Truth and Income
In this episode, you will learn: What whistleblowing really means in the workplace Why employees hesitate before reporting unethical or illegal behavior How retaliation can show up through isolation, bad reviews, exclusion, or termination Why documentation matters before and after…
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Is This Sexual Harassment or Am I Overreacting?
What you’ll learn: How subtle sexual harassment can start with small boundary violations Why asking “am I overreacting?” can be a sign something is wrong How changing your behavior at work can signal a hostile environment Why grooming often escalates…
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The Dark Side of Being the Only Woman on the Team
In this episode, you'll learn: How to recognize subtle signs of workplace discrimination and gender bias Why being the only woman in the room can trigger chronic stress and self-doubt What behaviors may constitute illegal workplace discrimination How to document…
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Why Men Stay Silent About Harassment
In this episode, you will learn: Why men often do not report sexual harassment at work How shame, masculinity norms, and fear of retaliation keep men silent Why harassment protections apply to men too How documentation can help when systems…
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Is It Ever Okay to Date Someone at Work?
What you’ll learn: Why workplace dating feels different from relationships outside of work How post-breakup gossip can become a legal issue Why workplace relationships can lead to self-monitoring, shame, or pressure What to do if your boss asks you out…
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The Truth About HR Nobody Tells You
In this episode, you’ll learn: Why HR works for the company and not the employee How retaliation can show up after a complaint Why confidentiality is often misunderstood in workplace investigations How documentation protects you in legal and HR situations…
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The Real Reason Women Still Don’t Report Sexual Harassment
Hosted by Christina Phillips, Dorina Cela, and Deirdre Arato, this episode explores why so many women stay silent, the real risks of reporting, and how power dynamics and past trauma can shape decisions in the moment. You’ll hear how workplace sexual harassment cases actually play out, what protections exist (and where they fall short), and how to navigate these situations with the right support—whether that’s legal guidance, therapy, or trusted allies.
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