Jes and Rob discuss the movie Just Mercy, its themes, and how the movie impacted their lives.Quick Episode Summary:19 Intro!1:04 Personal CheckinJes celebrates a milestone in her son's lifeRob's 3-year-old is a Kanye West fan and 4:09 Overview of mass incarceration in Americahighest incarceration rates in the entire world97% of people take a plea bargain in place of going to trial. 8:39 Just Mercy OverviewDominique Gilliard unpacks the movie from the viewer's point of view. Harper Lee and Just Mercy geographical connectionThe story of Bryan Stevenson and Walter McMillian12:22 Jes gives her initial thoughts "You are guilty from the moment you are born."14:19 Rob gives his initial thoughtsSeeing Bryan Stevenson as a mentor from afar. Learning just as much from the company as the movie's content. 17:14 Remembering the cost of seeking justice21:24 The hidden cost of processing the contentExperiencing content based on what you uniquely bring to the table.Choosing when and when not to talk during tough conversations. 24:46 Episode debrief and looking ahead to pt. 225:54 Outro26:28 Next episode previewThank you to DJ Pdogg and Producer Lo Key for our awesome music throughout the show! Follow DJ Pdogg online:www.djpdogg.comTwitterInstagramFollow Producer Lo KeyInstagramArticles and Links mentioned by Rob and JesCapitol Broadcasting Podcast NetworkJust Mercy - MovieJust Mercy - BookEqual Justice InitiativeDominique Gilliard - Rethinking Incarceration (Book)Just Mercy discussion guideOur sponsors:ReCity NetworkCoastal Credit UnionOur hosts:Jes Averhart, cofounder of Black Wallstreet HomecomingRob Shields, executive director of the Recity Network.Our Producer:Michael Baylor

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