Chris Thomas (he/him) is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of “The Defensive Line” and Martha Thomas (She/her) is the Co-Founder and Chief Education Officer of “The Defensive Line” and they are both Unapologetically Black Unicorns. Chris and Martha share the impact of their son Solomon Thomas (Cowboys Defensive Tackle) and their late daughter Ella and how they were inspired to start “The Defensive Line” which promotes communication and connection around suicide prevention. They talk about the importance of having a conversation around suicide, how our differences should be celebrated and getting everyone the proper resources and an action plan.

To learn more about “The Defensive Line” visit: https://thedefensiveline.org/

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Contact the show: [email protected]

Transcripts are available on Apple Podcasts.