Hope, Hip-Hop, and Housing (Episode 22)

01/01/2025 37 min Temporada 2 Episodio 22

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Episode Synopsis

In this powerful episode of the Lives We Love podcast, we hear from Jeff Johnson, a former hip-hop artist turned advocate for marginalized youth, to explore the intersection of music, mentorship, and social change.
🔑 Key Topics Covered:

Jeff’s inspiring journey from music to youth advocacy.
His 14-year relationship with LifeWorks and efforts to provide stable housing and community youth in Austin.
How creative expression, like spoken word and hip-hop, is used to empower young people.
The challenges facing youth in Austin post-COVID and how LifeWorks is adapting to meet their needs.
The transformative power of hope and its role in disrupting the status quo.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about breaking cycles of trauma, building community, and using creativity to foster growth and change.
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