Episodes

  • Recognizing Red Flags: Personal Safety and Empowerment with Gabi Garland

    Recognizing Red Flags: Personal Safety and Empowerment with Gabi Garland
    May 22 2025
    In this powerful kickoff episode of the Pass the Mic podcast, host Kimberly Taylor Judy interviews Gabi Garland, founder of Resilient Voice Media and domestic violence survivor. With candid vulnerability, Gabi shares her personal journey through domestic violence, the red flags she missed, and how that experience shaped her approach to personal safety and raising her children. Together, they discuss the importance of recognizing warning signs in relationships, trusting your instincts, and teaching children age-appropriate awareness skills. This conversation offers valuable insights for anyone who has experienced abuse or wants to protect themselves and their loved ones in an increasingly unpredictable world. Gabi Garland is the founder of Resilient Voice Media, a global podcast network and production company dedicated to amplifying the voices of extraordinary people. As a survivor of domestic violence and single mother for over 15 years, Gabi brings personal experience to her work empowering others to share their stories. Through her company, she created the Pass the Mic podcast, which features a new expert each month sharing their zone of genius and the "why" behind their work. Gabi's mission is to help people shine in the lane built to share their story and magic, particularly uplifting those who have overcome significant challenges. Her own journey from domestic violence survivor to successful entrepreneur and advocate informs her passionate approach to personal safety and empowerment. Key Topics Discussed: Recognizing Red Flags in Relationships: How Gabi missed warning signs and what she learned from that experienceThe Isolation Pattern of Abuse: How abusers systematically cut victims off from support networksThe Addiction Cycle of Abuse: Why leaving abusive relationships is difficult and how our bodies become conditioned to volatilityTrust Issues After Abuse: Gabi's perspective on how abuse survivors often find safety uncomfortableRaising Children with Safety Awareness: How Gabi taught her daughter to protect herselfPersonal Safety Practices: Practical approaches to situational awareness and self-defenseFinding Safe People and Places: The importance of having escape plans and trusted confidantsFrom Survivor to Advocate: How Gabi's experiences informed her mission to help others Key Topics Discussed: Recognizing Red Flags in Relationships: How Gabi missed warning signs and what she learned from that experienceThe Isolation Pattern of Abuse: How abusers systematically cut victims off from support networksThe Addiction Cycle of Abuse: Why leaving abusive relationships is difficult and how our bodies become conditioned to volatilityTrust Issues After Abuse: Gabi's perspective on how abuse survivors often find safety uncomfortableRaising Children with Safety Awareness: How Gabi taught her daughter to protect herselfPersonal Safety Practices: Practical approaches to situational awareness and self-defenseFinding Safe People and Places: The importance of having escape plans and trusted confidantsFrom Survivor to Advocate: How Gabi's experiences informed her mission to help others Powerful Quotes from the Episode "I think too often, especially if you've been through any sort of trauma or life circumstances, you don't always naturally trust yourself as much as you should or don't lean into it as much as you should. And I think that intuition is what will save your life." "I talked about it on my episode about my domestic violence story... all those moments that I missed, whereas, you know, the isolation and the 'oh, don't go hang out over there because I miss you.' And so you start moving away from or getting out of those social circles that you're accustomed to." "That is like a red flag for me that I feel like that's one of the earliest ones because it's the love bomb of like, 'I love you so much. I just want you to talk to me all the time.' And then what? And then now I've started to isolate you from the people that could help you in this environment." "It wasn't that I didn't meet other good guys after I had been out of a domestic marriage relationship. It's just good guys didn't feel safe because I had spent so many years being abused emotionally, physically, sexually, all of the things." "If you were safe, I was like, that was a red flag for me. And that is weird, and I don't think that we talk about that enough because we don't necessarily know to trust, one, to trust ourselves, but to trust our nervous system in safe spaces." "I think playing small does nobody any favors. And you need to be safe and protect yourself so that you don't have to worry when things happen." "I got in one fist fight in fourth grade and that was it over a peanut butter sandwich. I didn't realize not everybody got in fights all the time. I was that." "I love that you do this work. I think it's really powerful. I think it's really important." Resources CONNECT WITH Kimberly Taylor Judy KIMBERLY'S BUSINESS: Move With ...
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    49 mins
  • Single Parenting Perspectives: Kimberly Taylor Judy and Her Daughters

    Single Parenting Perspectives: Kimberly Taylor Judy and Her Daughters
    May 15 2025
    In this heartfelt episode of the Pass the Mic podcast, host Kimberly Taylor Judy sits down with two of her three daughters, Kristen and Callie, to discuss their experiences growing up in a single-parent household. With remarkable candor and vulnerability, they explore the challenges, unexpected blessings, and unique dynamics of their family journey. From navigating social perceptions in Christian circles to developing independence at young ages, the conversation offers valuable insights for single parents and their children. What emerges is a beautiful testament to resilience, faith, and the deep bond this family has forged through difficult circumstances, showing how challenges can ultimately strengthen family connections and personal growth. Kimberly Taylor Judy is a former federal police officer, national speaker, defense trainer, and founder of Move With Purpose Firearms and Defense Training. As a single mother to three daughters, Kimberly has balanced her professional career with raising her girls in a Christian home in Virginia. Her daughters Kristen (the oldest) and Callie (the youngest) join her for this conversation, offering their perspectives on growing up in a single-parent household. All three women share a deep faith and commitment to using their experiences to help others, demonstrating how their challenges have shaped them into accomplished, gracious young women who support each other through life's difficulties. Key Topics Discussed: Growing Up in a Single-Parent Home: The daughters' perspectives on what felt natural versus unnatural in their upbringingNavigating Christian Circles: Dealing with stigma and misconceptions about divorce in faith-based environmentsEarly Independence: How necessity fostered responsibility, life skills, and maturity at young agesFamily Bonds: How their circumstances created a uniquely close relationship between all four womenTransparency in Parenting: The value of honest communication during difficult seasonsCherished Memories: Simple moments that became meaningful because of their circumstancesSocietal Expectations: Dealing with assumptions and misconceptions about single-parent familiesFaith Journey: How their Christian foundation helped them find blessings within challengesSupporting Each Other: The ways they've learned to be each other's "battle buddies" through difficult times Powerful Quotes from the Episode "I feel like for what we've had we've made a lot of good out of it and one thing that I kind of love is that we do have all the girls in our home so that definitely makes it fun." "I didn't necessarily ever feel like we were in general lacking something... I think it becomes normal a lot quicker than you think." "I think in some ways I'm grateful for that because the reality of life is that you're not necessarily always going to have someone with you constantly, and so it kind of allowed for some independence." "You would think that people would maybe give some grace and expect the work of one person but for some reason... everybody else kind of looked at it and said it's one parent but she needs to be two." "The three of us was who we had and so we learned even on the days where we really annoyed each other like it's still very much a blessing to have a sibling." "I think kind of again just like the relationship and emotional parts of life is the things that I learned earlier which was helpful." "If you're just as much present as you can be... you three are amazingly accomplished young women who are as beautiful on the inside as you are on the outside." "Let everything that could seem like an inconvenience be a blessing because God is really faithful and that he does put a blessing in everything, even if it is really hard in the moment." Loved this episode? Follow Kimberly for more insights on personal safety, single parenting, and living with purpose. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review for the Pass the Mic podcast on Apple and Spotify! Resources CONNECT WITH Kimberly Taylor Judy Facebook and Instagram Links A Resilient Voice Media Production To work with us submit inquiry at www.resilientvoicemedia.comGabi Garland CEO of Resilient Voice MediaCONNECT WITH GABI: Instagram and FacebookFOLLOW THE PODCAST: Pass the Mic podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Personal Safety and Self-Defense: A Conversation with Jonathan Maynard

    Personal Safety and Self-Defense: A Conversation with Jonathan Maynard
    May 8 2025
    In this insightful episode of Pass the Mic podcast, host Kimberly Taylor Judy talks with Jonathan Maynard, a former law enforcement officer and father, about personal safety, self-defense, and empowering individuals—particularly women and children—to protect themselves. They discuss the importance of building confidence through proper training, situational awareness as the foundation of personal safety, and responsible firearms ownership. Jonathan shares his perspective as a father of daughters on empowering women through self-defense education, while both explore the misconceptions and challenges in personal safety training. Jonathan Maynard is a serial entrepreneur, former law enforcement officer, and father of three. During his five-year career in Southern Maryland as a patrol officer, he also handled cyber crime duties through his IT expertise. His law enforcement training has shaped his approach to personal safety, which he applies to his family life and business endeavors. With 28 years of marriage and experience raising children, Jonathan brings a valuable perspective on family safety and empowerment. Kimberly is a former federal police officer and proud single mom living in Virginia. She's the founder of Move with Purpose and Arms and Defense Training, where she empowers everyday people with practical, easy-to-understand defense skills. Kimberly is a national speaker, defense trainer, and Christian woman with a deep passion for protecting and uplifting others. Her mission is to make personal safety accessible to all, no matter their experience level. Key Topics Discussed: Building Confidence Through Training: How proper self-defense training provides the confidence to handle threatening situations (5:00)The Importance of Situational Awareness: Why keeping your head up and being aware of your surroundings is crucial for personal safety (22:00)Women in Self-Defense: The unique challenges women face and how confidence plays a critical role (6:20)Male vs. Female Instructors: Benefits of women learning from women while appreciating diverse perspectives (11:50)De-escalation Techniques: Using command voice and confident body language as powerful deterrents (24:40)Responsible Firearms Ownership: The need for comprehensive training beyond basic safety requirements (32:20)Non-Lethal Self-Defense Options: The effectiveness of tools like stun guns and pepper spray as deterrents (47:40)Advice for Those in Abusive Situations: Creating distance and finding resources for help (56:40) Powerful Quotes from the Episode: "I find that that's my responsibility as a dad, especially for my daughter, making sure that she has all the tools, that she's equipped, that she's trained." (3:40) "It's better to not live in fear, but to live in awareness. And that awareness is that sometimes bad things happen, but the more you are prepared for it, the less you will see it happening." (54:40) Additional Quote Options: "The fear comes in when you start looking at, if that situation happened, what would I do? How could I handle myself? And a lot of people think, man, I don't know if I'd be able to handle that." (5:10) "I can't always be there. So I have a responsibility as a husband and a father to protect the safety and wellbeing of my family. However, part of that protection is making sure that when I am gone, they know what to do." (7:20) "When the rubber meets the road, you are who you've got. And somebody may step in, but there are going to be times when you are not with anybody else. So the responsibility is 100% yours." (53:20) "I believe that it's important for women to get trained by women because you experience things different than men. Your bodies function physiologically different." (11:50) "If you are a lady that is just walking down the street and you're constantly looking around, they're going to go, 'ah, now that's not an easy target.'" (25:40) "Any woman or child in an abusive situation should know: you're not the problem. This isn't because of you. This is because that person is broken and they need help." (1:02:35) Loved this episode? Follow Kimberly on Instagram or visit www.resilientvoicemedia.com for more insights on personal safety, self-defense training for women, and situational awareness education. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on Apple and Spotify! CONNECT WITH Kimberly Taylor Judy Facebook and Instagram Links CONNECT WITH Jonathan Maynard Facebook and Instagram Links RESOURCES: A Resilient Voice Media Production To work with us submit inquiry at www.resilientvoicemedia.comGabi Garland CEO of Resilient Voice MediaCONNECT WITH GABI: Instagram and FacebookFOLLOW THE PODCAST: Pass the Mic podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • From Law Enforcement to Empowerment: Kimberly Taylor Judy's Journey

    From Law Enforcement to Empowerment: Kimberly Taylor Judy's Journey
    May 1 2025
    In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Pass the Mic podcast, Kimberly Taylor Judy shares her personal journey from federal law enforcement officer to single mom entrepreneur and founder of Move With Purpose, a firearms and defense training company. With raw honesty, Kimberly reveals how her experiences with toxic relationships, divorce, and personal loss led her to create a business empowering others through safety education. She discusses recognizing abuse patterns, the importance of creating peace in your life, and how finding your authentic voice can lead to healing. Kimberly's story demonstrates how personal challenges can transform into purpose, especially for single parents seeking to protect themselves and their children. Kimberly Taylor Judy is a former federal police officer, personal safety expert, and proud single mother of three daughters. After 9/11, she joined federal law enforcement before transitioning to contract security. Following two divorces and navigating the challenges of single parenthood, Kimberly founded Move With Purpose, a firearms and defense training company approaching its 10th anniversary. Her faith-driven approach combines practical defense skills with emotional resilience training. With clients ranging from domestic violence survivors to parents wanting to protect their families, Kimberly's authentic and direct teaching style has created a thriving community of empowered individuals. Her background in law enforcement, personal experiences with toxic relationships, and journey as a single parent inform her unique perspective on personal safety and healing. Key Topics Discussed: The Journey to Entrepreneurship: How Kimberly transitioned from federal law enforcement to founding her defense training company (8:15)Recognizing Abuse Patterns: Understanding the progression from verbal indicators to physical violence (18:20)Different Types of Abuse: Breaking down financial, spiritual, emotional, and physical abuse (25:40)Navigating Single Parenthood: Finding strength and resourcefulness while raising children alone (10:30)Creating Safe Spaces for Healing: The importance of allowing yourself room to process trauma (33:15)Red Flags in Relationships: Identifying patterns of behavior that indicate potential danger (17:25)Moving Forward After Divorce: Finding peace and setting boundaries with former partners (31:40)Teaching Children Safety Skills: Age-appropriate ways to build confidence and awareness (13:20) Powerful Quotes from the Episode: "I remind you that you're allowed to have the space that you need in order to heal. That may sometimes look like you have to leave one of my classes, or it may look like we sit down and talk about something that had nothing to do with what caused a problem between you and your ex." (1:00) "The pattern is what tells all. It's that simple. You could have a really bad night, but the pattern of the behavior that goes with that is what is the concerning part." (28:30) Additional Quote Options: "No is a complete sentence. You do not need to explain it. You do not need to justify it." (32:15) "If you're a single parent, oh my goodness, you're part of my tribe. We're the warriors of the bunch. And if we're good parents, we're friggin amazing." (35:40) "Move with purpose and intentionality. Anything that you do, try to do it with confidence. And everything that you do, try to do it with love." (36:40) "Your feelings are valid. Always. Now, are they 100% accurate and correct? That's a different story. But you can't have that story with someone that's not healthy." (30:50) "If peace in your home is gone, take a step back, take stock and understand why. If it is because there are safety concerns or patterns of indicated behaviors that toxicity exists, reach out to someone who can help you." (35:20) "I tell my clients the same thing. 100%. If you're healthy, you can give 100%. But if you're not healthy, sometimes 100% is like 20%. So the most you've got is 20%. That's still your 100%." (37:15) "We live in a world when abuse starts entering and toxicity starts entering and red flags start popping up... that a lot of people go, 'Oh, I can fix it.' This is not a fix-it situation." (23:40) "I think as single mothers, you just become resourceful. I think single parents, men or women, we are without a doubt some of the most resourceful, creative, when we let ourselves be empowered, people you will ever know." (11:30) Loved this episode? Follow Kimberly for more insights on personal safety, emotional resilience, and empowerment for single parents. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on Apple and Spotify! CONNECT WITH Kimberly Taylor Judy: Facebook and Instagram Links RESOURCES: A Resilient Voice Media Production To work with us submit inquiry at www.resilientvoicemedia.comGabi Garland CEO of Resilient Voice MediaCONNECT WITH GABI: Instagram and FacebookFOLLOW THE PODCAST: Pass the Mic podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
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    56 mins