EPISODE · Mar 31, 2026 · 37 MIN
Episode 6: Evolving Ambitions
from Before They Could Dream: An Exploration of Youth Justice and Incarceration in the United States · host Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions
Travel back to the late 1980s and early ’90s, to Galveston Street in Washington, D.C. Once a child with dreams of becoming a scientist, James is forced to confront the consequences of harmful policies and a broken criminal justice system that reshape his life. This episode explores parental loss and the lasting ripple effects of harm, and how it extended to the family and friends who supported James throughout his journey. Mother and survivor ayoola mitchell joins us, along with experts Dr. Robert Kinscherff, Eduardo Bocanegra, Marsha Levick, and Josh Rovner, to provide critical context on the complex issues at play.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.
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
Travel back to the late 1980s and early ’90s, to Galveston Street in Washington, D.C. Once a child with dreams of becoming a scientist, James is forced to confront the consequences of harmful policies and a broken criminal justice system that reshape his life. This episode explores parental loss and the lasting ripple effects of harm, and how it extended to the family and friends who supported James throughout his journey. Mother and survivor ayoola mitchell joins us, along with experts...
NOW PLAYING
Episode 6: Evolving Ambitions
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
No similar episodes found.
Similar Podcasts
No similar podcasts found.