What happens when fear, stoked by aggressive immigration enforcement, becomes as dangerous to our health as the disease itself?

For Black and Latino Americans—particularly those from immigrant backgrounds—the intersection of diabetes and ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) activity is not just a policy debate; it’s a matter of life and death. From the Somali neighborhoods of Minneapolis to the Latino corridors of the Southwest, we are witnessing a silent scourge that threatens to roll back decades of hard-won health gains.

This episode of the African American Diabetes Podcast goes beyond the typical health conversation! Leon Rock, Podcast Host chats with Eric Kennedy, a true visionary who transformed his diabetes and Congenital Insensitivity to Pain (CIP) diagnosis into a driving force for advocacy and systemic change.

From empowering individuals to leading prison reform with Mass CURE, Eric's journey is a testament to the power of purpose.

Tune in, Wednesday, Jan 7th 2026 at 7PM!

Leon Rock, Host of the African American Diabetes Podcast is unpacking the REAL reason diabetes rates are so high in the Black community. It’s not just genetics—it’s RACISM, STRESS, and BAD POLICY. Get the facts, reclaim your health, and find out how you can join the African American Diabetes Association to build hyper-local power!