The first ever “Denim Run” is coming up! We catch up with KNX Hero Summer Willis, who is changing the landscape when it comes to reporting sexual violence & supporting survivors!
About this episode
Heather Jordan interviews Summer Willis about the upcoming Denim Run and the importance of supporting survivors of sexual violence.
Heather Jordan chats with former KNX Hero of the Week Summer Willis about the new “Denim Run” running event in Santa Monica on April 12th, 2026. Summer is a marathon runner and sexual assault survivor, and with the assistance of LA's Laurence Cohen, she is spearheading this movement all across the nation! Heather and Summer also talk about the importance of speaking out against sexual violence, and ways to support victims with positivity and strength! Photo of Summer Willis, courtesy of photographer Tierney Gearon.
People in this episode
Host: Heather Jordan
Guest: Summer Willis
Topics covered
- sexual violence
- supporting survivors
- Denim Run
- marathon running
- advocacy
Keywords
- Denim Run
- sexual violence
- Summer Willis
- marathon
- support survivors
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Santa Monica
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