Are you living your ideal life? This week's episode features author, artist, and activist, Junauda Petrus- Nasah. As we discuss her latest book- CAN WE PLEASE GIVE THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO THE GRANDMOTHERS?, we delve into what it means to reimagine a better, more positive future. Based on her viral poem after the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri in 2014, Petrus inspires readers to imagine a radically positive future where police aren’t in charge of public safety and community well-being.  How to connect with and support Junauda: Purchase her books here Follow on Instagram  Visit her website  Mentioned in this Episode:  The Erotics of Abolition by  Junauda Petrus-Nasah Erased Ly*chings- Ken Gonzales-Day   Be Well, Sis Partners: Athletic Greens– Redeem your offer for 1 year of high-quality Vitamin D + 5 free travel packs   BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/bewellsis Let’s Get Checked: If you want to feel more empowered in your health and wellness and get tested at home, visit trylgc.com/bewellsis and get 25% off your test using code BEWELLSIS    

Reimagining the Possibilities | Junauda Petrus-Nasah

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Reimagining the Possibilities | Junauda Petrus-Nasah

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