Defense with April Frazier Camara

11/18/24 • 37 min

"We need to redefine public safety by engaging with Black communities to explore alternative measures beyond traditional policing, aimed at genuinely addressing their needs and concerns."

April Frazier Camara discusses the pivotal role of public defenders in safeguarding individual rights and ensuring fairness within the justice system. She highlights the systemic inequities in law enforcement and the essential work of the Black Public Defender Association (BPDA) in redefining public safety for Black communities. In this conversation, Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams adds insight on how media often misrepresents public defenders, emphasizing the need for changing narratives and advocating for more equitable legal representation.

"We need to redefine public safety by engaging with Black communities to explore alternative measures beyond traditional policing, aimed at genuinely addressing their needs and concerns."

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Entrepreneurship with Renee Malone

People are often shocked when I tell them that only 3% of black women-owned businesses last longer than 3 years. Another little shocking piece of data is that only 1.1% of black woman-owned businesses are employers.

Facing financial turmoil at the end of 2019 and the subsequent impacts of the pandemic, Renee Malone navigated her business through adversity by focusing on foundational work, equity, and resilience. Alongside host Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams, she reflects on the unique challenges Black female entrepreneurs face and emphasizes the importance of aligning with clients who value their work. This episode sheds light on the perseverance required to sustain and grow a Black woman-owned business in America.

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"Now is not the time to fight the language war. We're not gonna win it. It's the time to be about it."

Dr. Johnson-Williams dives into some urgent and pressing themes surrounding the current political and economic climate in America. She discusses the rise of authoritarianism and its interplay with race and capitalism, emphasizing that race is a fundamental aspect of America's identity and economy. As she navigates through the complexities of this moment, Dr. Johnson-Williams offers guidance on sustaining meaningful work and self-care amidst these challenges. She speaks candidly about the importance of language, democracy, and capitalism, and provides advice for those striving to enact social transformation while maintaining peace and joy.