Life After the Impact

Life After the Impact was LIVE with Ericka Naranjo, daughter of Jaime Naranjo, who was killed by a Sacramento sheriff during a mental health call on September 28, 2022. As the second anniversary of this devastating loss approaches, Ericka shared her father's story and how she has been advocating for mental health awareness within law enforcement. Mental illness is not a crime. Learn how YOU can ge...

On Life After the Impact, we had a compelling conversation with Yvonne de la Torre, widow of Alejandro Campos Rios, who was tragically killed by Fullerton PD. In this episode, Yvonne shared her personal journey and the profound impact Alejandro’s death had on her and the broader community. Tune in to hear Yvonne discuss: - The challenges and emotional impact of losing Alejandro in such a tragic ma...

Life After the Impact was thrilled to welcome on the podcast Alex S. Vitale, Professor of Sociology and Coordinator of the Policing and Social Justice Project at Brooklyn College and the CUNY Graduate Center. He has spent the last 30 years writing about policing and consults community based movements, human and civil rights organizations, and governments internationally. Prof. Vitale is the author...

Join us for this pivotal episode of Life After the Impact as we celebrate our exciting new partnership with Justis Connection featuring Civil Rights attorney, Kisha A. Brown. About Justis Connection: Justis Connection is on a mission to connect you with the best Black attorneys in your area. Their dedicated network of real-life legal eagles and authentic voices is committed to empowering individua...

On this episode of Life After the Impact, we explored the process of filing a civil lawsuit pro se—meaning without the assistance of an attorney. Many people believe that hiring a lawyer is necessary to take legal action, but the truth is, everyone has the right to represent themselves in court. We dove into the experiences of two courageous mothers who have chosen this path: LaToya Benton, LAI ho...

The fight for justice in the Ronald Greene case continues, but with disturbing developments. What began with five indictments has now dwindled to just two officers still facing trial, while one officer has quietly retired. How did we get here, and what does this mean for accountability? Tune in to Life After the Impact as we discuss the latest on the case and what it reveals about the ongoing stru...

Since its inception, Life After the Impact has been a platform dedicated to amplifying voices and stories that demand justice, accountability, and systemic change. Over the course of 66 episodes, we’ve engaged with guests who share their experiences, insights, and strategies in the fight for justice! Our journey has only just begun, but the impact we’ve seen so far underscores the power of collabo...

On August 6, 2024 Life After the Impact hosts and impacted mothers, Roxane and LaToya, spoke with Jowanna Washington to discuss the heartbreaking loss of her precious daughter. Nineteen-month-old Kaci Gisélle Cyprian was tragically killed when police gunfire struck her. In addition to this unimaginable loss, Jowanna's other child was also injured. Tune in to hear Jowanna's story and learn how you...

Join us for this critical discussion that happened LIVE in our Virtual Community Townhall on July 23, 2024. In light of current events and the ongoing challenges facing our nation, it's more important than ever to understand the power of your vote and how it can drive change. Our esteemed panelists, Dr. Zoe Spencer, Angelo Pinto, Esq., and Melina Abdullah, shared insights on how to make your voice...

On July 16, 2024, Life After the Impact presented a compelling episode featuring Jen ThomasBidwell. Jen shared her son's tragic story and the ongoing quest for justice surrounding Terron Evans Jr.'s death. In June 2020, Terron moved to Potsdam, New York, where his life took a dramatic turn. By September, he was dating Crystal Kipp, but their relationship quickly soured with alarming threats. Follo...

Join us on Life After the Impact as we interviewed Sheina and Sharlee Banatte about their cousin, Eudes Pierre, a beloved son, brother, cousin, friend, and valued community member whose life was tragically taken by the NYPD on December 20, 2021, in Brooklyn, NY. Eudes Pierre's legacy lives on through the tireless efforts of his dedicated family members, including his cousin Sheina Banatte, Managin...

On June 11th, "Life After the Impact" delved into the critical issue of how media coverage—or the lack thereof—affects the public perception of police brutality. Our special guest, Arianna Coghill, a journalist and social media manager who primarily writes about criminal justice reform and politics, joined us to discuss the ways in which the media can both expose and obscure the truth. Arianna is...

Roxane and LaToya discuss the importance of voting, how it affects the distribution of power, and learn practical ways to get involved in the electoral process.

"Life After the Impact" welcomed Deanna Sullivan. Deanna courageously recounted her fight for justice in the aftermath of her son, David Sullivan's tragic death, which occurred at the hands of Buena Park police on August 19, 2019. While the officers involved were initially acquitted of criminal charges in 2020, a recent civil jury has found them partially accountable for David's death, citing exce...

On May 14th, Life After the Impact had an important episode as we delved into the heartbreaking story of Darius Tarver, an active member of N.O.B.L.E (National Organization of Black Law Enforcement). Darius, with two degrees and on the Dean's list, was headed for a promising career in Federal Law Enforcement with goals of helping to change the very thing that killed him. Our guest for this episode...

Roxane and LaToya welcomed special guest Dr. Valerie F. Hunt to delve into a pressing issue: Activism Burnout. How do we maintain momentum within our movement without succumbing to exhaustion? Dr. Hunt will share her insights and expertise on navigating this crucial aspect of activism. Dr. Valerie F. Hunt (Dr. Beloved) is the daughter of Elder Merdie Hunt and Beloved Ancestor Richard Hunt. Dr. Hun...

On Life After the Impact, we speak to Samy Feliz, the brother of Allan Feliz, who was tragically killed by the NYPD on October 17, 2019. This event has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice across New York City. Even after recommendations for disciplinary action, the officer involved in the deadly shooting has not been charged, raising questions about the effectiveness of civilian revie...

On this episode of Life After the Impact we welcomed Vickki Willis, mother of Alteriq Pleasant, to share her heartfelt journey. Vickki delves into the heartbreaking circumstances surrounding her son's passing while in Cook County Jail on August 2, 2022. She provides valuable insights into Alteriq's arrest, the challenges he faced within the justice system, and the tragic medical emergency that ult...

On April 2nd, LaToya Benton interviewed Nicole Kesselring and Emma Kesselring-Bosman from The Reinvestigation Workgroup as part of Life After the Impact’s ongoing Advocates, Allies, and Accomplices series. The Reinvestigation Workgroup (RWG) is an organization based in Minnesota, whose “overarching goal as a workgroup is to get the authentic narrative of police killings out to the public. For ever...

On Tuesday, March 19th, hosts Roxane Johnson and LaToya Benton will discuss the importance of voting. YOUR vote counts. Join us to learn how YOU can get involved in the fight for justice.

On March 12th, LaToya Benton and Roxane Johnson interviewed Danielle Brown about the fight for her Son Donnell Rochester, who was killed by Baltimore City Police on February 19, 2022. Donnell was only 18 years old when he was shot by police officers who expressly violated multiple police department policies, and yet were not prosecuted. Join us to learn how YOU can get involved in the fight for ju...

The pastors are back! Life After the Impact hosted its annual townhall with our special guest pastors, Tuesday, March 5th. We discussed Letter from Birmingham Jail by Martin Luther King Jr. Guest pastors included: Pastor Gary Holland, Dr. Adrinne Blackstock, Reverend Anthony Galloway, and Reverend Dr. Greta Carter-Willis.

Life After the Impact hosts Roxane and LaToya interviewed Katie Wright about the fight for justice for her son, Daunte Wright. In the Minneapolis suburb of Brooklyn Center, former police officer Kim Potter shot and killed 20-year-old Daunte Wright after pulling him over for expired tags on April 11, 2021. When Daunte was attempting to get back into his car after officers tried to arrest him, Potte...

April Goggans is back! She joined hosts Roxane and LaToya on Life After The Impact for a second time to continue the discussion about the "Fundamentals of Organizing." You don't want to miss this conversation! April Goggans is an organizer, disrupter, abolitionist, single mother of one adult daughter, originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado she is now a proud Southeast DC resident since 2006. M...

While attending a Black Lives Matter protest after the killings of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd, Jorge Gomez was shot 19 times and killed by four Las Vegas police officers on June 1, 2020. Listen in to Life After the Impact hosts, LaToya Benton and Roxane Johnson, as they interviewed Jorge’s mother, Jeanne Llera, about her fight for justice for her son. Learn what YOU can do to join this fight.