Teach Us: How To Step In & Stop Harm




Help us get these evidence-based, youth-led resources into high schools around Australia.
Not every moment is clear-cut. Sometimes, someone crosses a line and you don’t know whether (or how) to step in.
In this episode, host Anthony Stefanos is joined by Tom Forrest, Lucy McEvoy and Dan Principe for a real-world conversation about these tricky moments when something feels off - and you're not sure what to do.
Whether it’s a mate making unwanted advances at the pub, someone being inappropriate at work, or a stranger pushing boundaries, stepping in as a bystander isn’t always easy. We unpack how to speak up without losing your friends or starting a fight, and how even small actions can make a big difference.
Plus, we explore how to support someone after the fact, when stepping in at the time wasn’t possible. This is a practical and honest conversation about instinct, courage and the ripple effects of saying something.
FEATURING:
Anthony Stefanos:
Host of the Teach Us Consent podcast series, Anthony is a youth communicator and presenter known for guiding bold, honest conversations with empathy and clarity.
Daniel Principe:
Youth advocate and educator, helping young men challenge toxic culture with empathy and courage.
Tom Forrest:
ABC Indigenous journalist and proud Yorta Yorta man, bringing honesty, warmth, and lived experience to the mic.
Lucy McEvoy:
Co-captain of the AFLW Sydney Swans and passionate about being part of the solution.
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