Reflecting on Season 2 of American Dreams: Behind the Journey

In this wrap-up episode of 'American Dreams' season 2, the team reflects on the creation and emotional journey of the podcast, featuring insights from team members Erika, Simone, and Will. They revisit significant episodes, share behind-the-scenes moments, and explore compelling stories of resilience and injustice, from Marcus Alston's controversial conviction to Sammy's wrongful imprisonment. The conversation broadens to touch on systemic issues within the prison system, the impact on families, and the enduring quest for justice and humanity. Tune in to understand the profound takeaway and mission behind Season 2 of 'American Dreams.'

American Dreams: Reproductive Justice is hosted, created and executive produced by Erika Washington.

Associate Producer Simone Endress

Edited by: Erika Washington, Simone Endress and Wil Black

Researcher: Simone Endress

Editing and Music Supervision by Wil Black for Black Gypsy Music

Graphic Design by Mingo Collaso

American Dreams courtesy of Flobots

Special thanks to KUNV 91.5

This podcast is empowered by Make it Work Nevada, a Project of Tides Advocacy

For more information please visit Make It Work Nevada.org and find us on all the socials to learn more about our work to create a world we all can thrive in.

“A Different Kind Of Pedestal”

You’re out of prison, now what?

As we wrap up our journey with Phillip Sample, Alvin Hill and Cincere Al’Talet and this season of American Dreams, we hear directly from them what prison was like and how they navigated their day to day in both state and federal lockup.

How has their family and community ties affected their journey through their newest chapter as advocates for the community? Is this pedestal harder to to stay on and is there a safety net that will protect them.

Many formerly incarcerated individuals with felony convictions now have access to vote but that doesn’t mean they feel obligated or motivated to cast a ballot. We talk about how they feel about voting and what change could really mean.

In this episode we also hear from Assemblyman Howard Watts on what the passing of Nevada's question 4 could mean for Nevada.

Plus, hear the hit song, “Black Exploitation” in its entiretity–the song inspired by season 2 of American Dreams Reproductive Justice. Available on all streaming platforms.

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American Dreams: Reproductive Justice is hosted, created and executive produced by Erika Washington

Associate Producer Simone Endress

Edited by: Erika Washington, Simone Endress and Wil Black

Researcher: Simone Endress

Editing and Music Supervision by Wil Black for Black Gypsy Music

Graphic Design by Mingo Collaso

American Dreams courtesy of Flobots

Special thanks to KUNV 91.5

This podcast is empowered by Make it Work Nevada, a Project of Tides Advocacy

For more information please visit Make It Work Nevada.org and find us on all the socials to learn more about our work to create a world we all can thrive in.

In this episode of American Dreams: Reproductive Justice we introduce you to three men whose individual stories intersect through violence, struggle and ultimately success and investment into the community that shaped them.

High unemployment rates, broken infrastructure, crack cocaine and gang violence plagued the inner city of Detroit during the 1980’s. Families struggled to piece together any resemblance of an American Dream without the resources or the comfort needed to rest well or long enough to dream.

Alvin Hill, Cinceré Al’Talet, and Phillip Sample give us a glimpse into what it’s like to walk in their shoes. Their experiences are laid out in a raw and unapologetic way that gives space for us to understand how you could end up incarcerated and how you can also become powerful educated community leaders.

Their story continues in episode 5.

American Dreams: Reproductive Justice is hosted, created and executive produced by Erika Washington

Associate Producer Simone Endress

Edited by: Erika Washington, Simone Endress and Wil Black

Researcher: Simone Endress

Editing and Music Supervision by Wil Black for Black Gypsy Music

Graphic Design by Mingo Collaso

American Dreams courtesy of Flobots

Special thanks to KUNV 91.5

This podcast is empowered by Make it Work Nevada, a Project of Tides Advocacy

For more information please visit Make It Work Nevada.org and find us on all the socials to learn more about our work to create a world we all can thrive in.