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Episode 09: Jakari Richardson: Rekindling Black Unity and Challenging Systemic Barriers
In this compelling episode of 'What I Know Now,' Jakari Richardson explores the economic and social challenges in the black community, detailing how scarce business opportunities contribute to cycles of crime and mass incarceration. He emphasizes the transformative role of education and psychological enlightenment in overcoming systemic oppression. The episode also highlights the therapeutic value of barbershop conversations where black and brown men engage in deep discussions about identity, healing, and empowerment, urging listeners to foster unity and resilience within their communities.
Episode 08: System Impacted Youth Iyanna Wright
Cole and Joel are joined by two incredible guests, Iyanna and Bilal, to delve deep into the realities of the juvenile justice system and the poignant lessons that emerge from their personal journeys.
Episode 07: System Impacted Adult Devetta Blakely
Hosts Cole and Joel talk with Devetta as she shares her transformative journey—a tale of resilience, community, and the power of support systems.
Episode 06: Lieutenant Nikki Edwards
Joel sits down with the passionate Lieutenant Nicki Edwards from the Kent County Sheriff's Office, for a for a conversation that dives deep into the transformative power of life skills, mentorship, and support for inmates, particularly juveniles affected by the "raise the age" legislation.
Episode 05: Judge Kellen Dotson
Cole and Joel sit down with Judge Kellen Dotson to dive deep into the intricacies of the criminal justice system and explore the transformative power of love, patience, and education within it.
Episode 04: System Impacted Youth Bilal Al-Raed
Cole and Joel as they sit down with Bilal, a former student, now an artist and poet who pivoted his life from the brink of juvenile life sentencing to the boundless realms of college and creativity.
Episode 03: Juvenile Justice Association of Michigan
Cole and Joel dive deep into a passionate discussion about foster parenting, juvenile justice system, and the marginalization of people of color in parent-child dialogues.
Episode 02: Stacy McGinnis
Cole and Joel sit down with Stacy McGinnis, a retired superintendent of the juvenile Detention center in Grand Rapids with over 30 years of experience in the juvenile justice system.
Episode 01: How It All Started
Cole and Joel dive into the challenges faced by young fathers and how they are supported.