Who Judges The Judge? Hosted By Jordana H. Goldlist

Christophe Lewis was 20 years old when he made a decision that cost him the next decade of his life. Convicted of second-degree murder in 2011, he was handed a life sentence with a 12-year parole ineligibility period and sent to Millhaven Institution.In November 2012, he refused a strip search being conducted by a female guard — illegal under CSC protocol. Thirty guards responded. What followed was caught on CCTV. Then CSC said the footage was lost.Years of grievances were dismissed at every level. When his case finally reached the national level, CSC upheld the complaint for excessive force — and in the same breath said his behaviour contributed to the assault. He fought for nearly a decade to get the footage, get charges laid, and get to trial. One guard was convicted of assault with a weapon. The sentence: 12 months probation and 60 hours community service.Lewis was released on parole in November 2021 and still technically serves a life sentence. He's also the founder of Freedom Is A Must Foundation, a youth mentor working across Canada, a real estate investor, and a Concordia University student.A broken crayon can still colour.

Audrey Hyams Romoff's mother was one of the youngest children to survive the Auschwitz concentration camp, liberated at just 8 years old — and that childhood trauma shaped four generations of women in ways Audrey never fully understood until decades later.Audrey Hyams Romoff is the founder of Overcat PR and author of The Ripple Eclipse, a memoir tracing four generations of women in her family and the inherited trauma that runs through all of them. She recently traveled to Auschwitz with PBS NewsHour for the 80th anniversary of its liberation.She explains:- How profound childhood trauma can physically alter your DNA — and be passed to your children and grandchildren (epigenetics)- Why her mother's Holocaust survival made Audrey's most ordinary life decisions feel like abandonment to her- What Audrey found when she opened boxes of her parents' belongings years after their deaths — and the 127-page unedited interview transcript that changed how she understood her mother- Why she doesn't believe in closure — and why "livable" might be the most honest goal anyone can have after profound loss- How compartmentalization can be both a survival tool and a trap that prevents healing📍 FOLLOW JORDANA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanagoldlist/Website: https://www.jhgcriminallaw.com/📍 FOLLOW AUDREY:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audreyhyamsromoff/Website: https://www.instagram.com/audreyhyamsromoff/📍 THE RIPPLE ECLIPSE:Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Ripple-Eclipse-Turning-Inherited-Trauma/dp/1998206491Indigo: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-ripple-eclipse-turning-the-tide-of-inherited-trauma/61b10bc2-2995-3b17-b869-cecd03246f95.htmlBarnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-ripple-eclipse-audrey-hyams-romoff/1148428319

Shana McCalla, founder of Find Ontario's Missing Boys, discusses the crisis of Black boys aged 12 to 16 disappearing across Ontario and being found in trap houses as far as Thunder Bay and Saskatchewan. She explains how boys from two-parent, high-income households are being lured with job opportunities, gifts, and mentorship, then forced to work 24/7 in drug houses under threat of violence.Shana shares how she traveled to Thunder Bay to rescue a 15-year-old who hadn't eaten or slept in a month, what the inside of these trap houses actually look like, and why a 14-year-old missing for 10 months was found living with a 48-year-old woman eight hours from home. She breaks down the sophisticated trafficking networks moving boys from Brampton to remote Saskatchewan, why parents are being refused the right to file missing person reports, and how stereotypes about single-parent homes are preventing people from seeing this as human trafficking.

Melissa Lantsman, Conservative MP for Thornhill and Co-Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party, discusses Canada's crime crisis, bail reform, addiction policy, and why young Canadians are losing hope. She explains the Conservative position on repeat violent offenders, why safe injection sites aren't working, and the $360 million spent annually on programs that keep addicts sick instead of funding recovery.Melissa shares her journey from immigrant family to Parliament Hill, why her father shaped her political worldview, and what needs to change for skilled immigrants arriving in Canada today. She also breaks down the Stand Your Ground bill, the legal gun owner debate, and why protecting the status quo is failing workers and young people across the country.

Staxxx Facts is a mental health advocate, certified life coach, and founder of Black Status Social Network who discusses breaking mental health stigmas, redefining success beyond money, and building authentic community. He shares how he navigated growing up in Toronto's Weston Road surrounded by gang violence, why he stayed out of that life, and what it means to truly put yourself first when your freedom depends on it.Staxxx talks about the power of saying no, why inspiring others is the only real measure of wealth, and how the internet spreads dangerous misinformation that people believe without question. He also discusses the harsh reality that the justice system isn't broken—it's functioning exactly as it was designed to—and why accountability is the first step to changing your life.

Marlee Liss, founder of Survivors for Justice Reform (S4JR), shares her experience choosing restorative justice over criminal prosecution after being sexually assaulted by a stranger. She discusses why 94% of sexual assault victims don't report to police, how the criminal court system re-traumatized her at every step, and what happened when she sat in a healing circle with her assailant after he completed seven months of therapy.Marlee explains the difference between restorative justice and the traditional court system, why she fought Crown prosecutors to pursue this path, and what her assailant revealed during their eight-hour facilitated dialogue. She also addresses the biggest misconception about restorative justice—that it lets perpetrators "off the hook"—and shares why thousands of people around the world have reached out saying they wish they'd known this option existed.Follow Jordana: jordanagoldlist

Markez Graham is 11 years old, in grade six, and he's got a plan to fix Toronto. He talks about lowering taxes to address the cost of living crisis, creating a three-month housing program that transitions people from homelessness to self-sufficiency, and why Canada should prioritize fixing its own problems before sending billions abroad. Markez opens up about the importance of good teachers versus bad ones, why he's grateful his parents restrict his social media access, and how travel has taught him to see the world from multiple perspectives. He's not just thinking about being mayor—he's got his eyes set on becoming Prime Minister one day.Follow Jordana: jordanagoldlist

Drew James grew up in Mount Olive, Rexdale, where standing up for yourself was the only way to survive a neighbourhood filled with sharks. Today, he is a serial entrepreneur rolling through Palm Beach in a Rolls Royce and accessing rooms at Mar-a-Lago with the 1% of the 1%. This is not just a success story; it is a breakdown of how to navigate a cold business world by building genuine relationships and mastering the power of vocabulary. Drew details his journey from selling 1,000 CDs a month in high school to out-earn his teachers, the fluke that landed him a contract with Rough Riders, and the moment he decided to sell his diamond watch to stop "faking it" in rooms filled with billionaires. From his latest venture with Bank Vodka to wholesale jewelry manufacturing at Maison Centauri, Drew explains why mediocrity is a choice and why your ability to articulate your value is the ultimate weapon for anyone trying to escape their circumstances.FOLLOW DREW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdrewjames/ Bank Vodka: https://www.instagram.com/andrewbankvodka/ Maison Centauri: https://www.instagram.com/maisoncentauri/FOLLOW JORDANA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanagoldlist/ JHG Criminal Law: https://www.jhgcriminallaw.com/

Shantelle Bisson is an entrepreneur, author, and founder of multiple businesses including a marina acquisition that shocked her community. Having experienced childhood sexual abuse and domestic upheaval, Shantelle has built a reputation for transforming trauma into triumph and mentoring women through her charity work. She discusses the systemic failures plaguing domestic violence response, the pressure on families in crisis, and the challenges of maintaining hope in an adversarial world.

Criminal defence lawyer Marco Sciarra explains why the justice system is holding on by a thread, the corruption behind the Maplehurst scandal where murder charges were stayed, and the reality of defending your home in Canada.Marco Sciarra is a criminal defence counsel and the founder of Sciarra Law. A survivor of a cancer diagnosis during his articles, Marco has built a reputation for advocacy in the courtroom and mentorship to young lawyers. He discusses the systemic failures plaguing Canadian courts, the pressure on the judiciary, and the challenges of maintaining integrity in an adversarial system.

Ex-Bank Robber Chris Seecharan exposes the "Zombie Fold", why Fentanyl withdrawal lasts 30 days, and why standard 7-day detox programs are failing addicts.Chris Seecharan is a survivor of a 10-year heroin and fentanyl addiction who turned to robbing banks to support his habit. After serving a federal prison sentence and achieving 7+ years of sobriety, he now works as a community outreach worker. In this episode, Chris breaks down the terrifying mechanics of the "Fold," the new "Zombie" drug sweeping Kensington and Toronto, and the controversial reality of involuntary treatment.

Poet, author, and youth mental health advocate KP PARKER exposes how childhood violence, 8 years of probation, and losing his father to gun violence nearly destroyed him - and reveals how poetry became his path from survival to helping incarcerated youth heal.

Nital Gosai, founder of Gosai Law and co-creator of the housing-tech platform Husmates, shares her journey from a turbulent childhood marked by mental-health stigma and family chaos to becoming one of Canada’s leading advocates for inmate rights, personal-injury clients, and access to affordable housing.A civil-rights-driven lawyer and entrepreneur, Nital exposes the human cost of Canada’s broken justice system, how trauma fuels purpose, and what it takes to build a purpose-led firm from scratch. Her work spans prison reform, mental-health awareness, and social-impact entrepreneurship, proving that real change starts with those who refuse to look away.

What happens when someone who’s seen the cycle of violence firsthand decides to break it for the next generation?Marcell Wilson joins Jordana Goldlist to share his story of transformation, from growing up surrounded by fear and survival in Toronto to building the One by One Movement, an organization dedicated to preventing violence and creating real community change.Marcell reveals how social media, mental health, and the fentanyl crisis have intensified violence across Canada, why prevention works better than punishment, and how government funding often fails the people most at risk. He opens up about mentorship, advocacy, and what true rehabilitation looks like — not in theory, but in practice.

What happens when you survive attempted murder, have undeniable evidence, and still watch your case collapse in court? Actress and advocate Cait Alexander tells her true crime survival story, from a horrific domestic violence attack in Toronto to being silenced by Canada’s broken justice system under the Jordan Rule.Cait reveals how she nearly lost her life to intimate partner violence, how Crown Attorneys failed her, and why she’s now suing the government alongside other survivors. She opens up about domestic abuse, coercive control, PTSD, justice denied, and founding End Violence Everywhere (EVE) to support others facing similar battles.

Solitair — Toronto hip hop artist, mentor, and leader with the Forgiveness Project (Project F Word) and TO Wards Peace, co-founder at 4Sound Media Studios — breaks down youth crime, drill/hip hop’s influence vs. reflection, and why incarceration alone doesn’t solve violence. The conversation explores what actually reduces shootings: long-term mentorship, housing, education, employment, culturally relevant support, and city-wide programs funded like essential services, not short election-cycle pilots.Key topics: media narratives vs. on-the-ground realities; why longer sentences often harden people; how “right to defend your household” talk is growing in Canada; when rap lyrics show up in court (free speech vs. accountability); the pandemic’s impact on fentanyl and street economics; and building scalable prevention through partnerships like the NBA Foundation, OCAD University (credit-bearing prison courses), and MLSE Foundation.

In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Persaud, CEO of A1 Films and founder of The Commitment Program, who grew up in Toronto housing, entered the justice system at 14, and later pled guilty to firearm charges. Instead of letting prison define him, he turned survival into purpose, building a grassroots movement to steer youth away from the cycle of violence and incarceration.Jeremy shares what it feels like to grow up believing “your own existence is illegal.” He opens up about crash-out culture, recidivism traps, and why so many youth feel forced to carry guns just to stay alive.We explore how parole conditions, what rehabilitation actually looks like, and why early community support matters more than punishment. From jail workouts that turned into a youth program, to workshops on financial literacy and know-your-rights, Jeremy shows how resilience and leadership can break the cycle.

Nadia Ghanny reveals how surviving family tragedy at 5 days old shaped her mission to transform the criminal justice system from within, working with offenders for over 20 years.In this episode, I sit down with Nadia Ghanny, a University of Guelph-Humber professor teaching community corrections. Born in Guyana, she became an orphan at 5 days old following domestic violence. Raised by adoptive parents, she discovered her traumatic origins at age 11.Instead of seeking revenge, Nadia chose rehabilitation over punishment. She shares how she shifted from wanting justice through harsh sentences to helping offenders transform their lives. Now writing pre-sentence reports and parole investigations, she literally holds people's futures in her hands.Nadia opens up about intergenerational trauma driving youth crime, why harsh prison conditions don't work as deterrents, and how education reform could prevent crime. She explains why problem-solving skills and financial literacy should be mandatory curriculum.We explore victim mentality versus resilience, what authentic rehabilitation looks like, and how seeing humanity in offenders creates real change. From wanting punishment to helping transformation, Nadia's journey proves our most difficult experiences can become our greatest tools for serving others.

In this episode, I sit down with Elijah "Of The Saint" de los Santos, a young media entrepreneur who transformed himself from a kid in Toronto housing projects into one of hip-hop's most sought-after photographers and videographers. His client list includes Drake, Jesse Reyez, and countless other major artists.Of The Saint opens up about growing up with a single mother and a father struggling with addiction, and avoiding the street life that claimed many of his childhood friends. He reveals how sports and his mother's entrepreneurial spirit shaped his hustle mentality from an early age.From dropping out of college on a soccer scholarship to starting his production company with just a $200 camera, Of The Saint shares the exact strategies he used to turn every small opportunity into the next big break. He breaks down how he strategically networked at industry events, reached out to influencers for collaborations, and never took no for an answer.We dive deep into his breakthrough moment when Drake shared his OVO Fest photo, catapulting him to viral fame and opening doors throughout the industry. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from Rolling Loud, collaborations with Billboard magazine, and what it's really like working with hip-hop's biggest names.This is a masterclass in recognizing opportunities, strategic networking, and turning your passion into profit. Of The Saint reveals his step-by-step process for building industry connections, why your network truly is your net worth, and how to create opportunities where none exist.

Richard Miller of Keep Six speaks on police accountability after the death of Chadd Facey and shares how justice system failures continue to impact Black communities and trust in law enforcement.Richard Miller returns to the podcast to speak on one of the most devastating cases in recent memory, the death of 19-year-old Chadd Facey, tackled and fatally injured by an off-duty police officer after selling a fake Apple Watch. The officer, originally charged with manslaughter, was convicted only of simple assault and received one year probation and a three-year firearms ban.Richard, founder of Keep Six and a respected community advocate, was asked by the Attorney General to provide a formal community impact statement at sentencing. In this conversation, he shares how the outcome of this case has deepened mistrust in police and the justice system. Together, we explore race, accountability, the limits of reform, and Richard’s policy recommendations for meaningful change including independent oversight, trauma support, and lived-experience leadership in justice spaces.

Sex trafficking survivor Timea Nagy exposes shocking truths about victim vs criminal treatment, trauma healing, prison conditions & why the justice system fails both victims & offenders in this raw talk.In this explosive episode, I sit down with internationally recognized human trafficking advocate Timea Nagy, who survived trafficking from Hungary to Canada and became the founder of Canada's first victim services safe house. After 20 years fighting for trafficking victims, she's exposing uncomfortable truths about trauma, healing, and systemic failures.Timea doesn't hold back—she challenges victim mentality, explains why trauma never fully heals, and reveals how both traffickers and victims come from the same unresolved trauma. She shares her controversial views on prostitution laws, victim services that create dependency, and why throwing money at outcomes instead of prevention keeps the cycle spinning.We dive deep into prison conditions, triple-bunking inmates, the billion-dollar crime industry, and why the system benefits from recidivism. Timea explains the neuroscience of trauma, generational programming, and her new mission to revolutionize social services through "Trauma Lab"—focusing on root causes instead of band-aid solutions.From financial trauma workshops to mentoring former pimps, this conversation will challenge everything you think you know about victims, criminals, and healing. Timea's raw honesty about taking responsibility for your own trauma recovery, breaking victim mentality, and the reality of "trauma porn" in advocacy work is both shocking and necessary.This isn't your typical survivor story—it's a wake-up call about personal responsibility, systemic change, and what real healing looks like when you stop waiting for the world to save you.

Why she married a man serving life for murder—true crime, criminal psychology, parole denial, love behind bars, forensic justice, and what really happens when you fall for a convicted killer.In this episode, I sit down with B, a fierce advocate, mother, and social media storyteller, who is married to a man serving a life sentence for second-degree murder. Their relationship spans 22 years—through separation, reunion, and everything the justice system could throw at them.B opens up about meeting her husband at 18, navigating public judgment, facing off with the parole board, and why she stayed—even when the odds, and everyone around her, said to walk away. She shares how their love transformed her wild teenage years into a grounded, purposeful life and how she now uses her platform to support other prison families and mentor at-risk youth.This isn’t just a love story—it’s a testimony to loyalty, resilience, and what it means to see the humanity in someone the world has written off. From prison phone calls to social media advocacy, B is rewriting the narrative around incarceration and showing what real support looks like.

How to build a beauty brand from nothing, escape addiction, redefine clean cosmetics, and disrupt the industry with sustainability, purpose, and Indigenous leadership—this story has it all.In this episode, I sit down with Jenn Harper, the founder of Cheekbone Beauty, an Indigenous-owned cosmetics brand now sold in Sephora stores across North America. Jenn shares how a dream two months into sobriety sparked a mission to create a brand rooted in cultural pride, environmental sustainability, and representation.She opens up about her childhood in St. Catharines, discovering the legacy of residential schools in her family, battling alcoholism, and losing her brother to suicide. From working in seafood sales to launching a globally recognized beauty line with no chemistry degree or formal business education, Jenn takes us through the highs, lows, and grit it took to build something bigger than herself.Today, she’s pioneering what she calls Indigenous Beauty—a movement that fuses ancestral wisdom with sustainability science, creates scholarship opportunities for Indigenous youth, and redefines what it means to lead with purpose.• Instagram: @jordanagoldlist• YouTube: Who Judges the Judge?• Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.com

In this episode, I sit down with Deluxson Yogarajah, a youth violence prevention worker and psychotherapy student who went from committing fraud while studying criminology to mentoring the very kids he once could’ve become.Deluxson opens up about growing up in Jane and Finch, witnessing domestic violence, navigating poverty, and stepping into criminal life after years of staying on the right path. He shares how being falsely accused of a crime he didn’t commit led him to double down on the ones he did—and why getting arrested became the wake-up call that changed his life. Today, he’s helping youth break cycles of violence, trauma, and survival through mentorship, mental health advocacy, and his grassroots organization Finding Your Heart.Key Takeaways:Hear how Deluxson went from excelling in school to committing fraud while studying criminal lawUnderstand the emotional weight of growing up in a home shaped by addiction and domestic violenceLearn why a false accusation triggered a spiral—and how getting caught became the turning pointDiscover how he rebuilt his life from $60 in the bank to becoming a full-time mentor and leaderExplore the youth programs he’s built to prevent the next generation from repeating the same mistakesGet inspired by how one person believing in him sparked an entire movement of changeStay connected with Jordana: • Instagram: @jordanagoldlist • YouTube: Who Judges the Judge? • Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.com

In this episode, I sit down with Stanislav Kravtchouk—known worldwide as Mr. Raptors—who transformed from street life to building a million-dollar car wrapping empire.Stanislav opens up about immigrating to Canada at age 11 from Russia, growing up in welfare housing, and surviving the violent streets of Ottawa. He shares how getting stabbed 11 times became the turning point that led him away from crime and toward entrepreneurship. Despite having no experience in the automotive industry, he built North America's largest car wrapping business with locations across Canada, USA, Dubai, and South Africa.Key Takeaways:Learn how Stanislav leveraged street survival skills to build a legitimate multimillion-dollar business after nearly losing his lifeDiscover the moment he walked away from retaliation and criminal life to pursue entrepreneurship against all oddsUnderstand how he approaches money management with his philosophy that "scared money don't make money"Explore how creating a nightclub-like atmosphere in his shops revolutionized the car wrapping industryRecognize how he evaluates potential business partners based on their character under pressureLearn how he rebuilt after a traumatic home invasion that affected both his family and businessStay connected with Jordana: • Instagram: @jordanagoldlist• YouTube: Who Judges the Judge?• Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.com

In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Markoff—paralegal, entrepreneur, and survivor.Kristen opens up about growing up in Brampton, facing childhood trauma, falling into addiction, and surviving a long-term abusive relationship. She shares how a gun hidden in her car by her then-boyfriend led to criminal charges that nearly ended her career and her freedom. But despite being told by three lawyers to take a plea, she found one—Leora Shemesh—who actually believed she was innocent.We talk about resilience, the flaws in the justice system, and what it takes to rebuild your life after the system tries to break you. Kristen doesn’t pretend to have it all figured out—she just shows what it means to keep going.Follow, rate, and review Who Judges the Judge? on Apple Podcasts and Spotify to help these stories reach more people.Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlight clips.Stay connected with Jordana: • Instagram: @jordanagoldlist • YouTube: Who Judges the Judge? • Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.com

This episode, I’m joined by Lee Whitley the creator of Lee’s Oil, a cannabis-based product he’s used to help people with illness. But before that, Lee spent 20 years in prison for a marijuana charge.From being extradited to the U.S. and facing a potential 80-year sentence, to coming home and building something he believes can save lives Lee’s story is about second chances, personal conviction, and never backing down.We talk about prison, regulation, the justice system, and how his brother’s death inspired him to take action. Lee doesn’t claim to have all the answers but he’s committed to making a difference, no matter the pushback.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Who Judges the Judge? on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others find these powerful stories.Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlights.Stay connected with Jordana: • Instagram: @jordanagoldlist • YouTube: Who Judges the Judge? • Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Lee Whitley: • Instagram: @leehelps_oil • Website: www.leehelps.com

This episode, I’m joined by Adrianne Fekete entrepreneur, certified life coach, and founder of I Am Unbreakable. She’s also the first woman in North America to own a private investigation company. But her journey didn’t start with success.From being told she’d never amount to anything, to working with U2 and the Rolling Stones, Adrianne’s story is all about persistence, reinvention, and showing up no matter what.We talk about starting over, raising kids as a single mom, building from nothing, Adrianne shares how storytelling, service, and tattoos became part of her healing.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Who Judges the Judge? on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others find these powerful stories. Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlights.Stay connected with Jordana: • Instagram: @jordanagoldlist • YouTube: Who Judges the Judge? • Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Adrianne Fekete: • Website: www.iamunbreakable.com

This episode, I’m joined by Kim Appelt, a celebrity fashion stylist, author, content creator, and YouTuber with over 8 million views. She’s styled some of the biggest names in entertainment and built a career at the top of the fashion industry. But behind the red carpets and magazine covers, Kim faced a battle far greater than any she could have imagined—a breast cancer diagnosis that changed everything.We dive deep into her journey—from following her passion as a stylist to navigating the physical, emotional, and psychological impact of breast cancer.🔹 How does a life-changing diagnosis reshape your identity, career, and confidence? 🔹 What’s the unspoken reality of breast cancer in an industry obsessed with outward appearance? 🔹 How do you rebuild your strength—physically and mentally—after surviving cancer?This episode is an unfiltered look at resilience, reinvention, and redefining beauty on your own terms. If you’ve ever wondered how to find your strength after a major setback, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Who Judges the Judge? on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others discover these important conversations.Stay connected with Jordana:• Instagram: @jordanagoldlist • YouTube: Who Judges the Judge? • Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Kim Appelt:• Instagram: @stylebykimxo 

This episode, I’m joined by Christophe Lewis, a real estate investor, social worker, and the founder of Freedom is a Must—a foundation dedicated to mentoring at-risk youth and breaking cycles of crime. But before any of that, Christophe was sentenced to life in prison for murder.We dive deep into his journey from growing up in one of Toronto’s toughest neighborhoods, to getting caught in the system, and ultimately, to his fight for redemption and justice.🔹 What does it really mean to live with a life sentence—even after parole?🔹 How does systemic injustice shape the lives of young men before they even have a chance?🔹 What’s the untold reality of navigating prison, parole, and the barriers to true freedom?This episode is an unfiltered look at crime, consequences, and second chances. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to escape the streets and rebuild a life, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others discover these important conversations. Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlights.Stay connected with Jordana:• Instagram: @jordanagoldlist• YouTube: Who Judges the Judge?• Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Christophe Lewis:• Foundation: www.freedomisamustfoundation.org

In this episode, I’m joined by Ryan Handlarski, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer who isn’t afraid to take on the toughest cases. We dive deep into his experiences in the courtroom, the flaws within our justice system, and the ethical dilemmas that keep defense lawyers up at night.From defending clients charged with murder and drug trafficking to launching his Acquittal Suits Initiative—Ryan brings a unique and thought-provoking perspective to our conversation.🔹 How does the criminal justice system set people up for failure—and what needs to change?🔹 Why do some clients win cases they shouldn’t, while others lose despite overwhelming reasonable doubt?🔹 What’s the real story behind Canada’s firearm laws, and how are legal gun owners being unfairly targeted?This episode is an unfiltered look at the legal, moral, and human complexities of criminal defense law. If you've ever questioned how the system works—or why it often fails—this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others discover these important conversations. Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlights.Stay connected with JordanaInstagram: @jordana.goldlistYouTube: Who Judges the Judge?Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Ryan HandlarskiWebsite: www.rhcriminaldefence.com

Welcome back to Who Judges the Judge? This podcast is aimed at questioning how we judge the world around us. Each episode, I sit down with extraordinary individuals who have faced adversity, found resilience, and transformed their struggles into strength.Today, I am joined by Warren Falkenstein, better known as Walk With Warren. Warren is a champion of positivity, resilience, and the power of showing up, despite living with an undiagnosed physical disability that has shaped his entire life.In this conversation, Warren shares his deeply personal journey—from childhood medical uncertainty and societal barriers to his remarkable transformation from a wheelchair to walking with crutches. He opens up about navigating life with chronic pain, the role of love and gratitude in overcoming adversity, and why showing up matters, even when life feels impossible.Warren’s story is a powerful reminder that our struggles don’t define us—our mindset does. Whether you're facing physical, emotional, or mental challenges, this episode will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to redefine your own limits.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others discover these important conversations. Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlights.Stay connected with JordanaInstagram: @jordanagoldlistYouTube: Who Judges the Judge?Website: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Warren FalkensteinWebsite: walkwithwarren.comInstagram: @walkwithwarren

Welcome back to Who Judges the Judge? It is aimed at questioning how we judge the world around us. Each episode, I sit down with extraordinary individuals who have faced adversity, found resilience, and transformed their struggles into strength.Today, I am joined by Leora Shemesh, one of the most accomplished criminal defense lawyers in Canada and my cousin. Leora’s legal career spans over 25 years, from defending high-profile cases to navigating the complexities of a justice system that she both trusts and critiques. But what makes her story truly remarkable is her own journey through the system she advocates within.In this conversation, Leora opens up about her battle to clear her name after facing criminal charges—a fight that tested her resilience, reshaped her perspective, and deepened her commitment to her clients. She also reflects on her most challenging cases, the flaws in the system, and the enduring lessons from her experiences as a lawyer and advocate.Don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—it helps others discover these important conversations. Subscribe to the Who Judges the Judge? YouTube channel for full episodes and highlights.Stay connected with Jordana:Instagram: @jordanagoldlistWebsite: www.jhgcriminallaw.comFind out more about Leora Shemesh:Website: www.leorashemesh.com

Welcome to my new podcast, “Who Judges The Judge?” It is aimed at questioning how we judge the world around us. Please join me on the show as I interview a series of guests who have developed strength and discovered skills from situations of struggle and adversity that have allowed them to succeed in their lives today.Today, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Richard Miller, founder of Keep6ix. Keep6ix is a not-for-profit Toronto-based organization, serving the Greater Toronto Area, that was founded in 2017 to make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk youth from racialized communities who have been impacted by the criminal justice system.Keep6ix offers various programs and services to help youth avoid going down a disempowering path toward incarceration. We also support and advocate for those who are currently incarcerated and provide post-release support so that they can overcome systematic barriers and stigma and begin to reintegrate positively into the community.Learn more about Richard & Keep6ix here: https://www.keep6ix.org/

We have something a little different for you in this episode! We take a walk in Yorkville with Sean, the Watchfinder. This conversation is raw and real and spotlights the synergies between street life and transferring those skills into a legitimate business that impacts the community.Welcome to my new podcast, “Who Judges The Judge?” It is aimed at questioning how we judge the world around us. Please join me on the show as I interview a series of guests who have developed strength and discovered skills from situations of struggle and adversity that have allowed them to succeed in their lives today.I am happy to welcome Sean Sherzady, founder of Watchfinder Canada based in Yorkville.Find out more about Sean here: https://www.instagram.com/watchfindercanada/

Welcome to my new podcast, “Who Judges The Judge?” It is aimed at questioning how we judge the world around us.Please join me on the show as I interview a series of guests who have developed strength and discovered skills from situations of struggle and adversity that have allowed them to succeed in their lives today.I am happy to welcome Rhiannon Rosalind as my next guest. Rhiannon is a leader, changemaker, and self-proclaimed broker of the new economy.Find out more about Rhiannon here: https://www.rhiannonrosalind.ca/

Welcome to my new podcast, “Who Judges The Judge?” a podcast aimed at questioning the way we judge the world around us.Please join me on the show as I interview a series of guests who have developed strength and discovered skills from situations of struggle and adversity that have allowed them to succeed in their lives today.I am happy to welcome my next guest, Diogo Snow! Diogo is a world-renowned artist with an amazing story of building success through hard work, tenacity and ART.Find out more about Diogo here: https://www.instagram.com/diogosnow/

Welcome to my new podcast, “Who Judges The Judge?” a podcast aimed at questioning the way we judge the world around us.Please join me on the show as I interview a series of guests who have developed strength and discovered skills from situations of struggle and adversity that have allowed them to achieve success in their lives today.I am happy to welcome my next guest Teriann Carty who is also known as the GRANOLA QUEEN. Teriann has built a granola empire but you may be surprised where she started. Teriann talks openly about her addiction and childhood. This is an episode that will keep you curious, and entertained, but also have you walking away feeling a little more wise.Find out more about Tariann here: https://terianncarty.com/

Welcome to my new podcast, “Who Judges The Judge?” a podcast aimed at questioning the way we judge the world around us.Please join me on the show as I interview a series of guests who have developed strength and discovered skills from situations of struggle and adversity that have allowed them to achieve success in their lives today. Our first guest is  renowned artist, Max Jamali. Learn more about Max here:  https://maxjamali.com/Please listen, like, subscribe & share!