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.
Sexual harassment at work is not always obvious, and that is why so many people ask themselves, “Am I overreacting?” In this episode of Not in the Newsletter, Christina Phillips is joined by psychotherapist Deirdre Arato and employment discrimination attorney Melissa Vo to break down the subtle signs of sexual harassment, from comments that linger too long to unwanted touch, grooming, boundary testing, and behavior that makes you question your own reality. If something feels off at work but you keep telling yourself it is probably nothing, this conversation will help you understand what your discomfort may be trying to tell you.
Christina Phillips, Deirdre Arato, and Melissa Vo unpack how subtle sexual harassment can affect your confidence, mental health, work performance, and career path before there is ever one “big” incident. Through workplace scenarios involving hovering coworkers, lingering hugs, senior colleagues with career power, fear of blacklisting, and pressure to stay silent, this episode explains what to watch for, when to seek support, and how legal and therapeutic guidance can help you protect yourself.
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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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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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