Juvenile Justice || What I Know Now

Visibility in the System: Nicholas Dean on Fatherhood, Adversity, and Advocacy | S3E1

Season 3 of "What I Know Now" kicks off by spotlighting the power of visibility—how being seen, heard, and valued shapes lives and communities. In this episode, Nicholas

Episode 37 - Community, Culture, and Comebacks: Adam Hoeksma’s Lessons on Legacy After Hard Times

In this season finale episode of What I Know Now by The Delta Project, host Cole Williams sits down with Adam Hoeksma, owner of Shiny Diamond Auto Detailing & Hand Wash,

Episode 36 - Healing After Incarceration: How Taylor Made Re-Entry Changes Lives in Michigan

In this powerful episode of What I Know Now, host Cole Williams welcomes Dee Dee Taylor, founder and president of Taylor Made Re-Entry, for a candid conversation about th

Episode 35: Rewriting the Narrative - Michael Buxton’s Path from Prison to Business and Community Empowerment

In this unique episode of What I Know Now, host Cole Williams sits down with Michael Buxton—Grand Rapids business owner, film director, and formerly incarcerated man—for

Episode 34: The Kid in the Courtroom - Why Youth Perspectives Matter in Justice Reform

What if young people had a real voice in the justice system? In this moving episode of "What I Know Now," host Cole Williams sits down with Cayden Brown, a 19-year-old ad

Episode 33: Respect, Basketball, and Becoming a Father: Coach O’s Wisdom for Young Men

In this powerful episode of "What I Know Now" by The Delta Project, hosts Cole Williams and Nick Williams sit down with Grand Rapids legend Derrick "Coach O" Owens, a bas

Episode 32: Community-Based Change: Liz Frederick on Safe Spaces and Alternatives to Incarceration

Welcome to What I Know Now, a Podcast by The Delta Project. In this episode, we dive into the realities of reimagining the juvenile justice system with special guest Liz

Episode 31 -Reimagining Justice: Renee Cummings on Algorithms, Data Activism, and Youth Empowerment

What happens when artificial intelligence meets the world of justice and youth reform? In this thought-provoking episode, host Cole Williams welcomes renowned criminologi

Episode 30: Mentors Matter - Nala Barlow’s Story of Resilience and Hope

In this episode of "What I Know Now" from The Delta Project, Host Cole Williams sits down with Nala Barlow, a clinical mental health professional working inside a juvenil

Episode 29: Seeing Kids First: Building Trauma Informed Juvenile Justice with Indu Wilson

Welcome to "What I Know Now," a podcast by The Delta Project, where we dive deep into the realities and reimagination of the juvenile justice system. In this episode, Col

Episode 28: Beyond the Walls: Youth Voices on Hope, Healing, and Change in Juvenile Justice w/ Marshall Mansfield & Jordan Lyle

Welcome back to "What I Know Now," a podcast by The Delta Project where real stories spark real change. In this episode, host Cole Williams sits down with guests Marshall

Episode 27: Navigating Fatherhood, Leadership, and Legacy - Christopher Lovelady on Purposeful Impact

In this inspiring episode of What I Know Now, Cole Williams sits down with Christopher Lovelady, Executive Director of All Good Sports, to unpack the power of mentorship,

Episode 26: Time, Truth, and Transformation: Jimmy’s Journey Through Incarceration and Reconnection

Welcome to "What I Know Now," a podcast by The Delta Project, where we dive deep into life inside the juvenile justice system and what it takes to turn things around trul

Episode 25: Building Trust and Healing Hurts - Gayle Harvey on Community, Advocacy, and Moving Forward

Welcome back to What I Know Now, the podcast by The Delta Project where we dive deep into the realities of life inside—and after—the juvenile justice system. In this epis

Episode 24: Coping, Community, and Courage: The FOIL Story with Tiesha Hogue

In this powerful episode of "What I Know Now," hosted by Bilal and Cole Williams, we hear from Tiesha Hogue, a mother whose life was transformed when her son became incar

Episode 23: Mindset Shifts and Second Chances: Eric Freeman’s Story of Transformation and Resilience

Welcome to "What I Know Now," the podcast by The Delta Project, where we dive deep into the realities of the juvenile justice system and explore the journeys of those who

Episode 22: How Wardell Frazier Jr. Is Transforming Grand Rapids Through Arts and Youth Leadership

Welcome back to “What I Know Now,” a podcast by The Delta Project dedicated to honest, raw conversations about life inside—and beyond—the juvenile justice system. In toda

Episode 21: From Iran to Advocacy: Ayda’s Journey Through Law and Juvenile Justice

Welcome back to "What I Know Now," the podcast from The Delta Project where we dive deep into the realities of the juvenile justice system and the journeys of those worki

Episode 20: Abdul Ciise On Navigating Life's Challenges Through Education and Mental Health Awareness

Join us on this compelling journey as we sit down with Abdul Ciise, a remarkable figure who's transforming the landscape for underrepresented communities in education. In

Episode 19: Nick Williams Talks Finding Purpose and Love After Incarceration || A Delta Project Podcast

In this powerful episode of "What I Know Now," journey with our hosts Cole and Bilal as they delve into the raw and transformative stories of Nick Williams. Exploring lif