Curing D Community

Curing D Community

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Curing D Community episodes

  • Finding a MOTIVE — The Story of DWallsCanTalk

    In this powerful episode of Curing D Community, host Justin Ward sits down with Detroit entrepreneur, hip-hop artist, and founder of MOTIVE (Music Opportunities To Incarcerated Voices Everywhere), Demetric Walls, also known as DWallsCanTalk.

    From facing incarceration at a young age to discovering the power of music and using his voice to inspire change, Demetric shares his journey of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and giving others a second chance.

    Together, Justin and Demetric discuss the importance of youth mentorship, rehabilitation, restorative justice, and how music can become a powerful tool for healing and transformation.

    What happens when you turn your pain into purpose? Sometimes, all it takes is finding a MOTIVE.


    43 min
  • Finding a MOTIVE — The Story of DWallsCanTalk

    In this powerful episode of Curing D Community, host Justin Ward sits down with Detroit entrepreneur, hip-hop artist, and founder of MOTIVE (Music Opportunities To Incarcerated Voices Everywhere), Demetric Walls, also known as DWallsCanTalk.

    From facing incarceration at a young age to discovering the power of music and using his voice to inspire change, Demetric shares his journey of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and giving others a second chance.

    Together, Justin and Demetric discuss the importance of youth mentorship, rehabilitation, restorative justice, and how music can become a powerful tool for healing and transformation.

    What happens when you turn your pain into purpose? Sometimes, all it takes is finding a MOTIVE.


    1 min
  • Gun Violence: Breaking the Cycle with Kell Myrick & Jerjuan Howard

    I sat down with Kell Myrick, CEO of Judah Protection LLC, and JerJuan Howard, Director of Youth Affairs for the City of Detroit, for an important conversation about gun violence, youth, and our communities.

    To watch The Community Cure and explore more of my work, visit my official website: TheJustinWard.com

    40 min
  • Teen Takeovers

    A community-focused talk and discussion series hosted by actor, activist, and puppeteer Justin Ward. The show features honest conversations with both teenagers and adults, tackling critical real-world topics such as youth mental health, gun violence prevention, financial literacy, and community support systems. Guests are invited to share their perspectives and experiences. The show typically includes a skit in the middle that brings the issue to life, followed by a final discussion where everyone comes together to find the cure. for the issue


    Watch Curing D Community and explore more of Justin Ward’s work at thejustinward.com

    49 min
  • Gun Violence: Breaking the Cycle with Kell Myrick & Jerjuan Howard

    I sat down with Kell Myrick, CEO of Judah Protection LLC, and Jerjuan Howard, Director of Youth Affairs for the City of Detroit, for an important conversation about gun violence, youth, and our communities.

    To see to the full interview and explore more of my work, visit my official website: TheJustinWard.com

    40 min
  • (2026) Promo Curing D Community

    Do you believe gun violence is mainly a problem of individual choices, or is it also a reflection of deeper problems in our communities? Why?
    I sat down with Mr. Kell Myrick, CEO of Judah Protection LLC , and Mr. Jerjuan Howard, Director of Youth Affairs for the City of Detroit, for a real conversation about gun violence, youth, and what we can do to create safer communities.

    2 min

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A community-centered talk series hosted by Justin Ward featuring honest conversations about youth and community issues, with perspectives from both teenagers and adults—all with the goal of coming…