Life After the Impact

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 the director of the juvenile halls in her hometown of Santa Barbara, California. Her life experiences informed Caitlin to be an ardent abol...

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 fast-paced, interactive learning experience inspired by speed dating. You’ll rotate through mini-sessions on: Civic Engagement Legal Advocacy Orga...

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 transparency, and calling for systemic change.

In this follow up episode, KB will speak about the Butler family, who is facing charges after an inciden...

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 officer while asleep in a car in Washington, DC. The shooting, captured on bodycam, has sparked national outrage and a federal civil rights in...

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, and discuss their continued call for answers and justice.

This is a conversation about loss, love, and the fight for accountability.

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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 have been indicted for manslaughter.In this episode, Arkela shares her journey—from the devastating loss of her son to the relentless pursuit...

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 through the basics of the legislative system, providing an overview of how laws are made, how policies are shaped, and the ways in which citiz...

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 deemed, a suspicious vehicle, for an abrupt lane change. In an attempt to stop the car and conduct a data check, the officer's actions led to a...

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 Anthony has been a force in her community, breaking barriers and creating opportunities for those whose voices often go unheard. In this s...

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 study. In this groundbreaking research, she explores continental and diasporic African ways of knowing governance and examines how those way...

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 inequality, systemic oppression, and empowering women of color.

This episode explores Dr. Spencer’s personal and professional journey, highlighting...

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 practicing attorney, representing cases such as Xzavier Hill, she remains a force for justice and advocacy. From the courtroom to the commu...

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.

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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 the system and refusing to give up, no matter how tough the road got.

Brian’s death, which occurred on October 8, 2021, sparked a series o...

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 now, the case is still open, in federal civil court in Cleveland under federal judge Ruiz. They have been waiting years 18 months to hear his...