Rise Above Justice Movement Podcast

Rise Above Justice Movement Podcast

The Rise Above Justice Movement Podcast amplifies voices driving social change. Unscripted, unedited, and raw conversation is our specialty. Each episode features activists, thinkers, and everyday people challenging injustice and inspiring action. Join us as we explore stories of resilience, resistance, and the power of rising above. We are deeply committed to ensuring that the stories of those who our systems have impacted are amplified, despite not being, or being under covered, by the mainstream media. Instagram: @RiseAboveJusticeMovement Website: RiseAboveJusticeMovement.com

Episodes

December 5, 2025 55 mins

This episode is a part of our Bonus Episode series, featuring the best interviews we have done.

In this episode, we sat down and talked with JoDee Neil, a former Prosecutor and a fierce and badass human being who advocates for children and marginalized communities.

Her book 'Outcry Witness' will be available in April 2026.

You can learn more about JoDee via her website, https://www.jodeeneil.com/

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with one of our favorite humans and collaborators, Andrew Springer. Andrew has an extensive background in news, production and has now founded his own non-corporate news source, @NoticeNews.

"Andrew Springer is an Emmy award-winning journalist, producer, entrepreneur, and scholar. He’s the co-founder and CEO of NOTICE News, a startup dedicated to reporting the news through a progressive lens. ...

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with L (She/They) who is a sexual health educator, survivor, and advocate for survivors.

"L is a sexual health educator, teaching in New York City, and completed a Master’s degree in Sexology. L has a passion for sexual and reproductive health, consent, pleasure, sexual ethics, harm reduction, and relationship skills.

L is motivated to be in this field due to their own experiences of long-term ...

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In this episode, we sat down with a incredible human being, Alisa Zipursky.

Alisa is a writer, public speaker, published author and a survivor of Childhood Sexual Abuse (CSA).

'Healing Honestly' can be purchased nationwide at your favorite online stores.

You can follow Alisa on social media @RealGoodTraumaTalk

You can also follow her work on Substack, healinghonestly.substack.com/

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Marialana Kinter, who is running to represent District 7 of Florida in Congress.

We discussed domestic violence, and her time in the Military, and why she is running for Congress, and went over parts of her campaign platform.

You can learn more about Marialana on her website KinterForCongress.com or by following Marialana on social media @KinterForCongress

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Jimanekia Eborn, a survivor turned Sex Educator and Sexual Assault and Trauma Expert.

"With a Masters in Health Psychology, Jimanekia [she/her] has worked in mental health for the past 16 years in sex education and sexual trauma support. She also has a background in alt medicine and balances eastern and western ideals.

She is the host of Trauma Queen - a podcast working to normalize conver...

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In this episode, we sat down and had a in depth conversation with our friend of our movement, Issy Vine.

Issy is a former Metropolitan Police employee, whistleblower, and passionate advocate for truth and accountability, and founder of SpeakUPNowUK.

You can follow Issy on social media @IssyVine and @SpeakUPNowUK

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Bonnie Bell, the sister of Danielle Bell, who has been missing since September 30th, 2001.

Danielle went missing on the day of September 30th and has not been heard from since. Listening to this episode, you will be able to piece things together and understand the concern about finding Danielle Bell.

You can follow Bonnie on social media @DanielleBellsSister

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with our friend and Restorative Justice Practitioner based in Canada, Dee Rooke (They/Them)

We talked about Dee's experience in Law Enforcement and Dee explains what Restorative Justice is and looks like.

Dee Rooke (they/them) is a social justice advocate, social work student, restorative justice practitioner, and hopes to become an expert in disrupting sexual harm before it occurs. They have b...

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Meg Schnetzer, a complex trauma survivor, licensed educator, and someone that we found to be an incredible human and advocate for survivors.

Meg can be found on social media @_HealWithMeg_

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Terra Newell, known for taking down John Meehan, aka 'Dirty John' is a survivor baddie, podcast host, true crime storyteller, and advocate for ethical storytelling and what that means and looks like for survivors.

You can follow Terra on social media @TerraNewell

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Marina Lacerda, who was previous best known as 'Minor Victim #1' in the 2019 Jeffrey Epstein case.

Marina Lacerda has turned her pain and rage into advocating for justice for survivors.

It was a honor of a lifetime to sit down and talk with Marina.

You can follow Marina on social media @MarinaLacerdaForSurvivors

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Karen Hansen, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse turned advocate for survivors, and professionally, she focuses on Interior Design.

Karen currently serves on the Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Commission and represents victims & Survivors of Crime.

You can follow Karen on social media @Wren_Hansen_

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We sat down and spoke with Emily Quint, a survivor, published author, and advocate for restorative justice.

Emily is based in Canada and advocates for policies to help survivors navigate alternative ways of gaining justice.

You can follow Emily on social media @EmilyFindsHealing

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Amanda Ross, who is the Niece of April Wilkens.

April Wilkens is a DV survivor who is wrongfully incarcerated in Oklahoma. In this episode, we learned more about April, her story, and what Amanda is doing to raise awareness about getting justice for April Wilkens.

You can learn more about April Wilkens on the website, https://aprilwilkensblog.wordpress.com/ and on social media @FreeAprilWi...

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with our friend, Lola Graham. Lola lives in Canada and is a survivor, turned advocate for restorative justice and is a wellbeing educator.

Lola Graham is a Trauma-Informed Well-Being Educator, Life Coach, Speaker, and an Ontario Chapter Rep for Survivors for Justice Reform. She blends professional expertise with her lived experience as a sexual-assault survivor, bisexual, and neurodivergent wo...

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Kelsey Cohen from Michigan, who is a cancer and domestic violence survivor and has been deeply involved in organizing her community to get them involved and help make change.

Listen as we talk about ways that Kelsey has been involved, and turning her story and rage into action.

You can follow Kelsey on social media @KelseyDoingHerBest

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In this episode, we had an unfiltered, unhinged and unedited conversation with Colleen Luckett, also known as the @TheAbortionFluencer on social media. Be sure to follow along with her journey as she advocates for abortion access and reproductive rights, alongside investigative journalism.

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In this episode, we sat down and talked with Summer Willis. An athlete, survivor, and the inspiration behind the 'Summer Willis Act,' which closed a loophole and helped survivors gain justice, and created the 'Strengths Through Stride' non-profit, which is about determination and helping others see justice and understand that healing is possible.

You can follow Summer Willis on social media @LikeSummerWillis

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In this unedited, and unfiltered episode of the Rise Above Justice Movement podcast, we sat down and talked with Audrey Wascome, a survivor of CSAM, and advocate in Louisiana.

Audrey is the definition of a leader and the inspiration behind 'The Audrey Wascome Act'

You can follow Audrey on social media @AudreyHayworth

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