In this powerful and raw episode, Dawn Olivia sits down with Joseph “King Justus” Saunders, a true voice of transformation and hope from Chicago’s South Side. Once immersed in the grip of gangs, violence, and drugs, King Justus made a courageous decision to rewrite his story—and today, he’s doing the same for others.
Now a respected youth mentor, life skills instructor, rapper, poet, and community activist, King Justus shares how resilience helped him rise above his past. From the streets of Chicago to stages in Thailand and Australia, he uses his gifts to promote justice and healing through spoken word and music. Handpicked as an Ambassador of Poetry by Illinois Poet Laureate Angela Jackson, his message resonates far and wide.
Tune in as we explore:
+His journey from surviving to serving
+The role of faith, purpose, and art in healing
+How he's pouring back into Chicago’s youth
+And what it means to truly love the people
This is more than an interview—it’s a testimony of transformation.
Guest: @justus4mypeople - Joseph Saunders
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