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Life After the Impact

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This is Life After the Impact, a podcast FOR impacted families BY impacted families that focuses on what happens after the media, the lawyers, and the activists are gone. Impacted families are left to face the loss of a loved one to police sponsored violence. We will focus on their continued fight for justice and how YOU can get involved.

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Episodes

  1. Women's History Month: A Conversation with Attorney E. Paige White

    During this Women's History Month, join Life After the Impact's conversation with E. Paige White, a trailblazing woman in law. E. Paige White is a distinguished criminal and civil rights attorney whose career has been defined by a series of impactful and high-profile roles. Currently serving as...

  2. Women's History Month: A Conversation with Qiana L. Johnson

    During this Women's History Month, join Life After the Impact's conversation with Qiana L. Johnson. Qiana is a legal empowerment strategist advancing structural accountability within public institutions — and a 2026 candidate for Clerk of the Circuit Court in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Her...

  3. Civil Rights and Civil Unrest Part 2: A Pattern Not an Incident

    Tuesday, February 17th, hosts Roxane Johnson and LaToya Benton will be continuing their discussion, putting current civil unrest and political repression in historical context. Join us in discussion Tuesday at 9 pm EST.

  4. Civil Rights and Civil Unrest: A Pattern Not an Incident

    Tuesday, February 3rd, hosts Roxane Johnson and LaToya Benton will be putting current civil unrest and political repression in historical context. Join us in discussion Tuesday at 9 pm EST.

  5. Life After the Impact: Justice for Chello Featuring Deonte Cooley and Malcolm Pullium

    🎙️ This Tuesday at 9PM — Life After the Impact We discuss the indictment in the killing of Marchello “Chello” Woodard and ask the hard questions about accountability, transparency, and justice. 🎧 Featuring community voices Deonte Cooley and Malcolm Pullium 📅 1/20 | 🕘 9PM #JusticeForChello...

  6. Life After the Impact: Justice for Herbert Hightower Featuring His Sister Castill Hightower

    On this episode of Life After the Impact, we sit down with Castill Hightower, sister of Herbert Hightower Jr., whose life was tragically cut short during a mental health crisis involving Seattle police. Herbert’s story, long mischaracterized as “suicide by cop,” reflects a broader and troubling...

  7. What Does Civic Duty Mean To You?

    What Does Civic Duty Mean to You? Life After the Impact with: Chylanna Maley Rick Hartley Calvin Peterson Charles Elliot Hilary Robbins Hellerbach & Jabari Lane

  8. Holistic Health in the Fight for Justice

    Join Us Tuesday, November 19th for a powerful conversation on the importance of holistic health in the fight for justice — exploring how mental, emotional, and spiritual rejuvenation are essential to our collective healing and liberation. Our featured guests: Asia “Sunrise” Hawk Founder & CEO, A...

  9. Over-Policing in Washington DC With Darby Hickey, Senior Policy Counsel at DC Justice Lab

    DC Justice Lab is Actively Opposing Bills in Congress to repeal the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2021 would have the following effects: • Restore the old officer discipline process that allows officers who commit major misconduct to stay at MPD when leaders want to...

  10. Over-Policing in Baltimore

    Baltimore Abolition Movement joins Life After the Impact this week, to unpack how private and campus police forces have virtually no accountability measures. As Johns Hopkins pushes to create its own private police force, we’ll explore what that means for a city already struggling with...

  11. #112 Fighting for Justice for Tahmon Wilson: Featuring Tahmon's Mother and Attorney Adante Pointer

    Fighting for Justice for Tahmon Wilson: Featuring Tahmon's Mother and Attorney Adante Pointer California Attorney General Rob Bonta [email protected] Sample Letter to the Attorney General: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aQ1vfS674QCRCyPqbeIstJJe0FIJPBWYzx8atA_cXrY/edit?tab=t.0 Stay up to...

  12. #111 A Deep Dive into Qualified Immunity and the Supreme Court Filing of LaToya Benton’s Case for Xzavier Hill with Attorney E. Paige White

    Join us next week on Life After the Impact as we sit down with seasoned attorney Elizabeth Paige, founder of EPW Law PLLC, to explore the high-stakes legal battle surrounding LaToya Benton’s case for her son, Xzavier Hill. Now making its way to the Supreme Court, this case challenges critical…

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  13. #110 Bringing Our Fight to the Supreme Court: Justice for Xzavier Hill

    Join us tonight to learn the latest updates in the fight for Justice for Xzavier Hill. LaToya Benton is the mother of Xzavier Hill and the co-founder of Life After the Impact, a national advocacy organization that uplifts and supports families affected by police violence and state-sanctioned...

  14. Life After the Impact: #109: SEEKING JUSTICE - The Killing of Marchello "Chello" Woodard

    On July 2, 2025, in Erie, PA, Marchello Woodard — a father, son, and beloved friend — was allegedly shot and killed by a state parole agent. The very person entrusted with guiding and supporting him instead took his life. Marchello was unarmed and posed no immediate threat. He was just two weeks...

  15. Life After the Impact #108: Coalition of Concerned Mothers

    Please join us on Life After the Impact tonight for a powerful conversation with the Coalition of Concerned Mothers as we speak on the emotional, legal, and lasting toll of qualified immunity. Ahead of LaToya Benton’s Supreme Court filing on behalf of her son Xzavier Hill on 9/23, we’re coming...

  16. Life After the Impact #107: Strategies and Insights for Navigating the Supreme Court with Dr. Zoe Spencer

    Join Life After the Impact as we interview one of our favorite guests, scholars and thought leaders, Dr. Zoe Spencer, on strategies and insights into fighting for justice within the Supreme Court. #SupremeCourt #LifeAfterTheImpact #LifeAfterTheImpactPodcast

  17. Life After the Impact #106: Updates in the Case for Justice for Mohammad Isaifan

    Join us on Life After the Impact as we interview Kimberlee Vaughn on the updates in her husband's case. Mohammad Isaifan was killed by the police in 2019. Since Mohammad’s death, Kimberlee has been fighting for justice and accountability. Legal Decision PDF:...

  18. Life After the Impact #105: A Live Interview with Caitlin Holbrook

    Join Life After the Impact on July 1st as we talk to an advocate for change, Caitlin Holbrook. Learn how you too can get involved to create change. Caitlin Holbrook is a rising law student at Georgetown University Law School. Eight of her family members have been incarcerated, and her mother was...

  19. Life After the Impact #104 Updates on the Case for Justice for Jimmy Atchison

    Join us next Tuesday in speaking with Jimmy Hill regarding updates in the fight for justice for his son, Jimmy Atchison, who was killed by Atlanta police in January 2019. #JusticeForJimmyAtchison #LifeAftertheImpact #LifeAftertheImpactPodcast

  20. Life After the Impact #103: A Conversation with David Black - Wrongfully Incarcerated for Over 25 Years

    Join us for this episode of Life After the Impact, as LaToya and Roxane interview David Black, who was wrongfully incarcerated for over 25 years. #WrongfulIncarceration #LifeAfterTheImpact #LifeAfterTheImpactPodcast

  21. Life After the Impact: Important Updates on the Case for Justice for Xzavier Hill

    On this special episode of Life After the Impact, we hear from one of our hosts, LaToya Benton, regarding updates in her son's case and the ongoing fight for justice. Tune in to learn what YOU can do to support this fight. We aren't giving up. We aren't stopping. The fight for justice continues....

  22. Life After the Impact #101: US Senate Candidate Dr. Dakarai Larriett

    Join us Tuesday, June 3rd for this exciting interview with US Senate candidate Dr. Larriett Dakarai. Learn how you can support his campaign. During this episode we will also follow up with him regarding his case regarding being subjected to racial profiling, false arrest, and an attempted drug...

  23. Life After the Impact: Celebrating 100 Episodes

    Join us for the 100th episode of Life After the Impact—a podcast and nonprofit rooted in resilience, advocacy, and transformative justice. Our foundation is held in honor of Xzavier Hill and Jamaal Bryd, whose lives continue to drive our fight for justice. We begin with Speed Education—a...

  24. Life After the Impact #99: Kristen Bonner and the DC Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression Part 2

    Joining us for a second conversation on May 27th, 2025 is Kristen Bonner of the DC Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (DCAARPR), a leading organizer in the fight for police accountability in DC. DCAARPR has been on the front lines supporting the Martin family, demanding…

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  25. Life After the Impact #98: Justice for Dalaneo Martin Featuring DCAARPR Part 1

    On this episode of Life After the Impact, we begin a powerful two-part series highlighting families and communities forever changed by police violence and systemic injustice. Our first episode will focus on the tragic killing of Dalaneo Martin, a 17-year-old fatally shot by a U.S. Park Police...

  26. Life After the Impact #97: A LIVE Conversation About the Fight for Justice for Christopher DeArman

    On January 20, 2023, Christopher De Arman was fatally shot by San Diego Police Officers Christopher Aguilar and Jacob Meyers during a late-night traffic stop. In this episode of Life After the Impact, we sit down with Christopher’s family to remember his life, reflect on the night he was killed,...

  27. Life After the Impact #96: A Conversation with Arkela Lewis about the Fight for Justice for her Son Jaylen Lewis

    Join us for a powerful and emotional conversation with Arkela Lewis, the mother of 25-year-old Jaylen Lewis, who tragically lost his life during a police encounter in Jackson, Mississippi. After months of public outcry and advocacy, the officers involved Micheal Rhinewalt and Steven Frederick…

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  28. Life After the Impact #95: Delegate Joshua Cole on Empowering Change

    Life After the Impact is proud to air the session that Delegate Joshua Cole led on April 12,2025, aimed at empowering the community with a deeper understanding of the legislative process and how it impacts justice at both local and state levels. In this session, Delegate Cole guided attendees...

  29. Life After the Impact #94: A Live Conversation with Sam Hamer about the Fight for Justice for Her Partner Rashad Nelson

    Join us for a moving and powerful conversation with Sam Hamer, as she reflects on the aftermath of the tragic crash that claimed the life of her longtime partner, Rashad Nelson, and two friends. The incident occurred when a Monona police officer initiated a pursuit of a vehicle due what they...

  30. Life After the Impact Women's History Edition #93: Bonita Anthony, Virginia House of Delegates

    Rounding out our Women's History Month Series, we are excited to welcome Delegate Bonita Anthony. Tune in on March 25, 2025, at 9:00 PM EST for an inspiring conversation with Delegate Anthony, a trailblazer in public service, community advocacy, and empowering women in leadership. Delegate Bonita...

  31. Life After the Impact Women's History Edition #92: Attorney and Professor Angi Porter

    Continuing our Women’s History Month Series, Life After the Impact is thrilled to join in conversation with Professor and Attorney Angi Porter. Part of our discussion will include Professor Porter’s scholarly work in Africana Legal Studies, the extension of Africana Studies methodology to legal...

  32. Life After the Impact #91: Women's History Month Edition - Featuring Dr. Zoe Spencer

    In honor of Women's History Month, we’re excited to bring back Dr. Zoe Spencer, an educator, author, and advocate for racial justice and equity. Dr. Spencer’s work spans over two decades in higher education, where she has become a powerful voice for change, focusing on issues like racial...

  33. Life After the Impact #90: Women's History Month Edition - Featuring Attorney Verbena Askew

    As we kick off Women’s History Month, Life After the Impact is proud to launch with a conversation that honors resilience, leadership, and legacy. Our first guest is Attorney Verbena Askew, a trailblazer who made history as the first Black female judge in Virginia. Now continuing her impact as a...

  34. Life After the Impact #89: Lisa & Anthony - Fighting for Justice for Their Son and Brother Brandon Keys

    Listen in to learn how YOU can support the fight for justice for Brandon Keys. This episode features his mother Lisa and brother Anthony. During this episode, we learned about the tragic events that transpired the night Brandon was killed by St. Paul Police in Minnesota on December 7, 2023....

  35. Life After the Impact #88: Against the System - The Fight for Justice for Brian Umana with His Brother Roberto Umana

    Life After the Impact on February 18, 2025 featured Roberto Umana, focusing on his powerful journey following the tragic death of his brother, Brian Umana, at the hands of National City police. This episode will explore Roberto’s relentless fight for justice, a fight that saw him going up against...

  36. Life After the Impact #87: Kimberlee Vaughn's Fight for Justice for Mohammad Isaifan

    In this episode, Life After the Impact hears from Kimberlee Vaughn, the wife of Mohammad Isaifan, who was tragically killed by the police in 2019. Since Mohammad’s death, Kimberlee has been fighting not only for justice for his killing but also for accountability and a sense of closure. As of…

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  37. Life After the Impact #86: Organizing for Change in the Midst of Chaos and Turmoil

    Join us tonight on Life After the Impact as LaToya and Roxane discuss the current political chaos and turmoil, and how we can and must continue to organize for change. To take daily action, sign up at 5calls.org. #LifeAftertheImpact #LifeAftertheImpactPodcast #OrganizingForChange

  38. Life After the Impact #85: A LIVE Conversation with Rosie Blake about the Fight for Justice for Her Son Valentia Jovan Fresco

    On January 28th, 2025, Life After the Impact dove into a case that has left the Rockford community reeling for nearly a decade. On April 16, 2016, 34-year-old Valentia Jovan Fresco was tragically killed during an altercation with two security guards from Metro Enforcement, a private security...

  39. Life After the Impact #84: A Conversation with Tracy Shand about Her Fight for Justice for Her Brother Leonard Shand

    In this episode of Life After the Impact, Roxane and LaToya discuss the ongoing fight for justice for Leonard Shand with his sister Tracy Shand. On September 26, 2019, Leonard’s life was forever altered by the actions of police officers Lieutenant Zachary Nemser and Private First Class Scott…

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  40. Life After the Impact #83: A LIVE Conversation with Susan Ospina about Her Son Michael Benicio Ospina

    On February 19, 2024, a tragic incident unfolded in Winslow Township, New Jersey, when a fatal crash resulted in the death of Michael Benicio Ospina. A year later, his family, friends, and community are still seeking justice and answers from state officials. In this episode of Life After the...

  41. Life After the Impact #82: LIVE with LaTanya Jones and Jamual Forrest about Bishop Jones

    Life After the Impact sits down with LaTanya Jones and Jamual Forrest, the mother and cousin of Bishop Jones, who was fatally shot by a Montgomery County police officer on May 30, 2024. LaTanya reflects on the heartbreak of losing her son, the ongoing grief her family endures, and the profound...

  42. Life After the Impact Season THREE #81: The Year in Review and The Year Ahead

    As we reflect on 2024, we must face the harsh reality that 1,334 lives were lost at the hands of police last year, as reported by police mapping data. These tragedies highlight the ongoing need for meaningful change in our justice system. Now entering 2025, the fight for police accountability and...

  43. Life After the Impact #80: A Conversation with Dr. Dakarai Larriett on His Fight for Justice

    On December 3, 2024, Life After the Impact aired a powerful interview with Dr. Dakarai Larriett, who was subjected to racial profiling, false arrest, and an attempted drug plant by Michigan State Police Troopers George Kanyuh and Matthew Okaiye. These officers fabricated stories, mocked his…

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  44. Life After the Impact #79: A Live Conversation with Mandie Diaz about Jimmy Lopez

    On Life After the Impact on November 26th, 2024, we featured a LIVE conversation with Mandie Diaz, the mother of Jimmy Lopez, and his grandmother, Renee Hurley. On July 4, 2023, Jimmy, a 26-year-old father of two, was tragically killed by Hemet police officers after they responded to a report of…

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  45. Life After the Impact #78: A LIVE Conversation with Pastor Carl Soto about Police Brutality

    On November 19, Life After the Impact had a critical conversation with Pastor Carl Soto, a dedicated activist and community leader, following the recent brutalization he suffered at the hands of the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Pastor Soto, co-founder of Black Lives Matter Restoration...

  46. Life After the Impact #77: A Live Conversation with Lurlean Hudson and Werlean Kittling About Derrick Kittling

    In this episode of Life After the Impact, we welcomed Lurlean Hudson and Werlean Kittling to share their heartbreaking story following the tragic death of their brother, Derrick Kittling. On November 6, 2022, Derrick, 45, was shot and killed during a traffic stop by a deputy in Rapides Parish....

  47. Life After the Impact #76: A Conversation with Carrie Miles about Fighting for Justice for Her Nephew Derrick Clark

    Join us for Life After the Impact on October 29th 9pm EST when we will feature a LIVE conversation with Carrie MIles about the fight for her nephew Derrick Clark, who was killed horrifically by law enforcement in Milwaukie, Oregon on June 18, 2022, during a minor traffic stop. Derrick was only 24...

  48. Life After the Impact #75: A Conversation with Mona Hardin about Her Son Ronald Greene - An Update in the Case for Justice

    On October 15th, Roxane Johnson and LaToya Benton had a discussion with Mona Hardin to learn about the recent developments in the case for justice for Ronald Greene. Just two weeks ago, Louisiana prosecutors dismissed the negligent homicide charge against a veteran trooper involved in Greene's...

  49. Life After the Impact #74: A LIVE Conversation with Deanna and Andrew Joseph about their Son Andrew Joseph III

    Life After the Impact dove deep into the inspiring journey of Deanna and Andrew Joseph who have been fighting for justice for their son Andrew Joseph III (Pee-Wee). Their story is a testament to resilience and determination in the face of overwhelming challenges. On October 10 2024, the Joseph...

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This is Life After the Impact, a podcast FOR impacted families BY impacted families that focuses on what happens after the media, the lawyers, and the activists are gone. Impacted families are left to face the loss of a loved one to police sponsored violence. We will focus on their continued fight for justice and how YOU can get involved.

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