Peace4Kids Podcast

• Black and Brown Realities – Division, Solidarity, History & Hope

  In this powerful episode of The Peace4Kids, ROCMove Podcast, we dive deep into the complex racial experiences of Black and Brown communities, exploring history, systemic barriers, and the narratives that have both united and divided these groups.Host, Leila Garcia, shares personal reflections on growing up Mexican-American and navigating cultural identity. Zaid Gayle brings his historical insight into the Black experience, from redlining and migration to modern-day challenges. Together, they unpack divisive media rhetoric, immigration struggles, law enforcement issues, and the perceptions of race.Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that sheds light on the shared struggles and potential for solidarity between Black and Brown communities.Music in this episode is lovingly provided by: Stephen Muldrow. Sound bite clips include: Robert Kraft's Foundation to Combat Antisemitism Super Bowl ad. "No Reason to Hate" featuring Tom Brady and Snoop Dogg; President Trump's Congressional Address; LAPD Police Chief, Daryl Gates' speech on casual drug users.

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• Welcome to Season 3

  In this episode we meet the host of Season 3! We explore their hopes and concerns for this season, and how vulnerability and speaking your truth can have some unintended consequences. As always, we invite you to offer your suggestions for topics that you'd like us to explore. You can message us directly on Instagram @ Peace4Kids or ROCMove, or email us at [email protected]. Episode music graciously provided by Stephen Muldrow

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• The Power of Self-Care

  As Black History Month comes to a close and Women's History Month begins, Mir celebrates this moment with a conversation with two dynamic leaders in the Peace4Kids community. Jhamasa Lewis-Adams and Jasmine Lamitte discuss how, as Black women, they have developed holistic practices to ensure their sense of safety and wellbeing, They also highlight how they are sharing these practices through the launch of THRIVE, a Peace4Kids program serving young adults leaving the foster care system. For more information on THRIVE please click here or check out details on our website. Music in this episode graciously provided by Stephan Muldrow.

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• The "Mind Over (Foster Care) Matter" Episode

  This episode (recorded live on the beautiful campus of Cal State LA) features longtime community advocate, educator, and Pomona's own: Meet Miranda Sheffield. Our conversation is sweeping. Learn about the tenacity of our guest, what foster care was like in the late 20th century, the importance of the Foster Care Ombudsperson Office to youth in foster care, and the nuanced implications of the child welfare system. Learn More In California, if you want to learn more about the Foster Youth Bill of Rights or you are concerned about the rights of a foster child, you can call the Ombudsperson's office at 877-846-1602. You can also file a complaint online. Shoutout to Stephen Muldrow for the music you hear on this episode, much love!

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• The "GO PATO!" (Part 2) Episode

  Where were we? In case you missed it: we heard from the Legendary Pato Banton in Part One of this series. For Part Two, we pick up where we left off, with Pato confronting himself at a creative crossroads. This episode features live performance footage from Pato's Peace4Kids concert at our 25 Year Family Reunion :) Don't miss a heartfelt reflection on innovation, determination and transformation. #GoPato #Peace4Kids #25Years #FamilyReunion

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