Media & Interviews

Conversations that move men, families, and communities.

From Spanish-language TV interviews to radio shows and statewide webinars, Jon speaks on healthy masculinity, domestic and dating violence prevention, veterans’ issues, and faith-filled leadership.

“Strength formed through struggle isn’t something to hide — it’s something the world needs.”

—Jon Deras
Healthy Masculinity Teen Dating Violence Awareness Veterans & Mental Health Spanish & English
As Seen On
Telemundo 48 Marin Independent Journal PG&E County of Marin University of San Francisco San Francisco State University
KWMR The Oakland Press TAY Radio Marin Cuerpo Corazón Comunidad CPEDV 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Featured Clips

A glimpse of Jon’s voice and heart in action.

Telemundo 48 – Teen Dating Violence

Spanish-language TV interview on warning signs, prevention, and how families can support teens.

988 Campaign Project – Suicide Prevention

“Hope & Help: This is Jonathan’s Story” — a vulnerable segment about mental health, resilience, and asking for help.

Radio & Podcast Interviews

Conversations with youth, advocates, and communities on love, safety, and strength.

EPICENTER · PODCAST

Epicenter – Champion Men’s Zone

KWMR · Audio only

An in-depth conversation introducing the Champion Men’s Zone — inviting young men into conversations about nonviolent strength, consent, and leadership.

KWMR

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

KWMR Radio · Youth-led awareness

Jon and his students raise awareness about teen dating and domestic violence, centering youth voices and community responsibility.

TAY RADIO MARIN

TAY Radio Marin – Teen Dating Violence Awareness

TAY Radio Marin · Youth & young adult audience

A conversation focused on warning signs, healthy boundaries, and how young people can look out for themselves and each other in relationships.

TAY RADIO MARIN

TAY Radio Marin – Domestic Violence & Resources

TAY Radio Marin · Community resources

Jon outlines local resources, how to recognize abuse, and what real support looks like for teens, young adults, and their families.

CUERPO CORAZÓN COMUNIDAD

Abuso y Asalto Sexual

Spanish-language community segment

Diálogo sobre el abuso y el asalto sexual, la prevención de la violencia y los recursos disponibles para sobrevivientes y sus familias.

CUERPO CORAZÓN COMUNIDAD

Apoyando la salud mental de los hombres

Spanish-language community segment

Una conversación sobre la salud mental de los hombres, derribando estigmas y promoviendo el apoyo emocional dentro de la comunidad latina.

CUERPO CORAZÓN COMUNIDAD

Cómo Mantener Relaciones Saludables

Spanish-language community segment

Conversación práctica sobre cómo construir y mantener relaciones saludables con énfasis en el respeto, la comunicación y los límites.

COMCAD / C4DP

COMCAD – C4DP Interview

Center for Domestic Peace · Approx. 02:57

A short feature highlighting prevention work with youth and the importance of engaging men and boys in ending violence.

Television & Campaigns

Bringing messages of safety, dignity, and hope to a wider audience.

TELEMUNDO 48

Telemundo 48 – Teen Dating Violence

Spanish-language segment

Jon speaks (in Spanish) on teen dating violence, signs that something may be wrong, and how parents and caring adults can open up conversations with their kids.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Veterans Awareness TV Commercial

Awareness campaign

A commercial by PG&E and SFSU raising awareness of veterans’ experiences and the need for ongoing support, justice, and community for those who served.

Video Features & Webinars

Deep-dive conversations on men’s mental health, sexual violence, and prevention in the military.

988 CAMPAIGN

988 Campaign Project – Suicide Prevention

“Hope & Help: This is Jonathan’s Story”

Jon shares his mental health journey to encourage others to seek help, break isolation, and use the 988 Lifeline as a bridge to support.

CPEDV / PPN

California Partnership to End Domestic Violence – Violence Prevention in the Military

Statewide webinar

A webinar exploring the intersection of military culture, trauma, and domestic violence, with strategies to better support service members and veterans.

VETERANS SUMMIT

Veterans Summit – College of Marin (2012)

Veterans Service Center · College of Marin

Early footage from a Veterans Summit at College of Marin focused on veteran transition, education pathways, and community-based support for returning service members.