Good Trouble with Embrace Boston

In this episode of Good Trouble, we sit down with Jay Vilar, Executive Director of The Fountain Fund, an organization working to dismantle the barriers formerly incarcerated people face when reentering society.

Jay shares his personal journey, the powerful mission of The Fountain Fund, and how financial justice is deeply linked to racial and economic equity. From restorative lending to policy change, we dig into the bold, necessary work of returning citizens building new futures.

Hosted by Embrace Boston, Good Trouble brings together the voices of leaders, change-makers, and culture-shapers who are re-imagining what equity, justice, and community look like.

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What does it take to design a city where everyone feels they belong? On this episode of "Good Trouble," we sit down with architect, artist, and changemaker Jha D Amazi, Principal at MASS Design Group. Jha D’s work challenges Boston’s legacy and uplifts stories that demand space, dignity, and justice.

We explore how memory and design intersect, how public spaces can heal trauma, and why collaboration — not performative allyship — is key to systems change. Jha D shares her personal journey, the power of community in shaping memorials, and what “making good trouble” looks like when you’re designing for the future.

Whether you're an artist, student, neighbor, or city builder, this episode is for you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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In this powerful episode of "Good Trouble," we sit down with two generations of change-makers: José C. Massó III — legendary cultural leader and voice of "¡Con Salsa!" — and his son, José F. Massó, Chief of Human Services for the City of Boston.

Together, they unpack what it means to build community across decades, lead with love and accountability and carry the weight of legacy into new civic frontiers. From Latinx heritage and public service to the evolution of Boston’s cultural landscape, this is a conversation rooted in pride, purpose and possibility.

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If you don't know Nia, you haven't been around Boston long. She is the executive director of the Boston Ujima Project, which brings together the people, businesses and investors to help create a community-based economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Three local powerhouse activists who are helping to make Boston a true reflection of itself, not only in June but year-round: Meet Embrace Boston's Elizabeth Tiblanc, Black Pride's Eilakeisha Spencer and Wyatt Jackson of We Move in Color Collaborative, Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Catherine Morris, the founder of BAMSFest, and Lisa Simmons, the executive director of the Roxbury International Film Festival, sit down with Greg to talk about their upcoming festivals, and where we are at in Boston right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Embrace Boston and Good Trouble are getting ready to put on an event for Boston and beyond on April 26 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Freedom March from Roxbury to Boston Common. Embrace Boston’s Elizabeth Tiblanc is in the hot seat this week with everything you can expect and why this event on the Common is a can’t miss for everyone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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He has carved a path of culture and inclusivity throughout the city of Boston by creating businesses and events that welcome everyone. He is a “good troubler” in every sense of the word. Now, Robert Eugene stops by to talk to Greg about his mission and what’s next for himself and the city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Greg Ball catches up with Dr. Rufus J. Faulk, author of "My Life and Times: Lived Experiences of Growing Up in the Public Education System in Roxbury," a former member of Mayor Michelle Wu’s cabinet and a proud Bostonian. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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Greg Ball sits down with the head brewer and one of the co-owners of Brockton Beer Company, one of the top Black-owned breweries in Massachusetts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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