In this episode, Brayden and Sonakshi have a hope-filled conversation about criminal justice reform. Guests, Vanessa Gates and Ellen Clark share their perspectives on the American legal system, identifying flaws and discussing new ways forward.

Vanessa Gates is the teen court coordinator and the youth service coordinator for the City of Lone Tree, CO.

Ellen Clark is a former member of the Denver Mayor's Youth Commission and a 2022 Graduate of North High School.

Engineered by Devonte Parker
Edited by David Ladon
Produced by Lauren Steavpack and David Ladon

Generation Collaboration is produced in partnership with Colorado Young Leaders and Youth on Record, with support from CiviCo, Colorado’s community leadership development organization to activate civic-minded leaders.

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Our theme song "Find It" is by Esmé Patterson.
Additional music for this episode by LXXXVIII