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In this episode of the Teen Life Podcast’s series on the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why, the Teen Life staff is talking about sexual assault in the context of the show and our culture. Teenagers are bombarded with messages about sex every single day, and the popularity of the #MeToo Movement has shed a light on the problem of sexual assault in our culture. Season two of 13 Reasons Why addresses rape, consent, male rape, and virginity.
The Teen Life Podcast walks through these difficult topics in order inform and equip adults. Teenagers are struggling with these issues and need safe adults to be willing to have conversations around sex and sexual assault.
Do you know a teenager who has been sexually assaulted? Do you have a teen in your life who has been exposed to the topic of sex? Every single teen needs us to pour good advice, love, and a listening ear when it comes to this sensitive and vulnerable subject.

Resources:
- Podcast Episode: Dr. Beth Robinson Talks Teen Sexuality
- Netflix Series: 13 Reasons Why and Beyond the Reasons
- Book: Thirteen Reasons Why
- Website: 13 Reasons Why Resources
- Suicide Resources:
- National Suicide Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Website: teenlifepodcast.com
- Music: Under the Chandeliers
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Karlie Duke
Communications Director

Chris Robey
Former CEO

Beth Nichols
Social Worker, LCSW, Case Management
Karlie Duke | Director of Communications
Karlie has always had a heart for teenagers. Through her role at Teen Life, she loves to showcase the amazing stories coming out of Support Groups, but she is especially passionate about helping adults and teenagers find connection. Karlie has a BS in Communications with a minor in Family Studies from Abilene Christian University.
Chris Robey | Former CEO
Chris has spent most of his career empowering teenagers from all backgrounds. As the former leader of Teen Life, he is passionate about helping students make good choices while also giving adults the tools they need to communicate more effectively with teens. Chris is a graduate of Midwestern State University and holds a Master’s Degree in Family Life Education from Lubbock Christian University.
Beth Nichols | Social Worker, LCSW, Case Management
Beth Nichols graduated in 2003 with a degree in Social Work from Abilene Christian University. She completed her Masters Degree, also in Social Work, from the University of Tennessee in 2004. She believes teens are learning to navigate the world in a unique way, and loves having the opportunity to work with students and their families.