Episode 4: Where Dandelions Grow

Eddie, a lover of the outdoors with dreams of playing professional football, takes us back to his childhood in Washington, D.C., during the height of the “superpredator” myth era. As fear-driven policies take hold, his story reveals the devastating impact of gun violence on communities of color and the isolation of youth placed in solitary confinement. This episode features expert analysis from Marsha Levick and Eduardo Bocanegra, adding critical context to Eddie’s lived experience. Themes may include physical, mental, and sexual abuse, along with adult language.A partnered production of The Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions (AIFCS), The Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth (CFSY), Green Buzz Agency and our expert panelists.