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  • Episode 1: Bryan Stevenson

  • By: Common
  • Narrated by: Common
  • Nov 19 2020
  • Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (74 ratings)

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Episode 1: Bryan Stevenson

By: Common
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  • Summary

  • Does justice have a soundtrack? Harvard-trained lawyer Bryan Stevenson has made it his mission to challenge racism in the criminal justice system. He’s the author of the best-selling book “Just Mercy” and was played by Michael B. Jordan in the movie of the same name. Stevenson and Common hold a fascinating conversation about life on death row, the role of music in inspiration, and the best way to bravely live a life that matters.

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I followed because of this

I loved listening to Bryan speak of his love for music and justice and when he recognized his purpose. The conversation between Common and Byran can be put on repeat as it's a call to action. This conversation alone made me follow Common's work.

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on another level

Bryan Stevenson really does vibrate on another level. I want to find a way there. I loved how Common asked questions and let Bryan have all the space he wanted to answer. ❤️

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Take the time out to listen to this

I was so encouraged, challenged and inspired by this episode. It is always golden to hear Mr Stevenson speak. And thank you Common for hosting and leading this conversation so eloquently and gracefully.

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Powerful and Inspiring!

Always enjoy listening to Bryan Stevenson. Thanks to Common for asking interesting questions outside the box. Loved the way Bryan Stevenson relates his love for music and faith to his work. His passion for justice is contagious!

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Bryan Stevenson—a Post Apartheid Hero

This podcast was most interesting in that it touched on the internal spiritual and creative and artistic motivations of a man who is virtually unknown in a lot of circles; yet his life’s work is so powerful and seminal that it shapes the contours of a new Post Apartheid moral and legal jurisprudence for the benefit of a new America.

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un-A-Brit-edged and unapologetic

Can Mr Stevenson audioread George Orwell's 1984 for Audible? Our people, especially Americans, need representation in this venture. He would bring a wider audience to this Bible-prophetic book.

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This podcast is like gold being poured into broken pieces, creating a new work of art. Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!!

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Powerful start to a great series

Someone asked me recently who, if I could pick anyone alive today, I would most want to have a dinner conversation with and Bryan Stevenson immediately came to mind. Listening to this conversation felt almost like a realization of that dream. I’ve listened to A LOT of interviews with Mr Stevenson and I greatly appreciated how much new territory Common was able to cover, including how the power of musical expression and language has influenced and given shape to his life, his career, even the way he crafts a lyrical defense argument so that it flows and resonates. Huge credit to the generous amount of thought, sincerity and curiosity that Common brings to these interviews. Loved this episode and the one with Misty Copeland. Looking forward to the rest.

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This is the best podcast episode I've ever heard!

This is what it's all about! Are you tired of politics, fighting, division, lack of hope and purpose in this world? You NEED this podcast! You need tn hear the value and light Bryan Stevenson brings to the world.

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Wow

Wow Common I am viewing you and your work with new lenses. It’s like discovering a new book store in my neighborhood and I could spend all day there so much to discover
I really love your interview style you share yourself and experiences about the topic and this makes your guest comfortable and share genuinely
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