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.
Why Workplace Harassment Victims Stay Silent
Why do so many people remain silent about workplace harassment, even when they know something is wrong?
In this episode of Not in the Newsletter, Christina Phillips is joined by media psychologist Dr. Wendy Walsh and employment discrimination attorney Dorina Cela to examine the psychological, professional, and legal forces that can make speaking out feel impossible.
Dr. Walsh shares her experience confronting misconduct in a powerful media organization and explains how predators may test boundaries, identify vulnerability, and use trust or influence to maintain control. Dorina breaks down the legal distinctions between harassment, assault, retaliation, and defamation, including how threats of legal action may be used to discourage people from telling their stories.
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Can Federal Employees Sue for Harassment?
In this episode, you will learn: What makes federal employment cases different from private sector cases Why federal employees may only have 45 days to contact EEO How MSPB cases, EEO complaints, union grievances, and mixed case complaints can overlap…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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…
View Episode 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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